Arthritis can be an incredibly debilitating ailment and is the most common disability in the United States. At Balanced Body Physical Therapy, arthritis is one of our specialties. Symptoms of Arthritis include:
- Pain and limited function of joints
- Inflammation of the joints
- Joint stiffness
- Swelling
- Redness and warmth
- Tenderness
When you come to Balanced Body Physical Therapy, your physical therapist will start with an evaluation to determine the extent of your arthritis and understand any underlying factors affecting you. This is typically measured by:
- Physical measurement of the affected joints
- Strength testing
- Comprehensive interview
- Health history
Each patient is then set up with an individualized plan to help alleviate pain and improve quality of life. Arthritis treatment includes:
- Heat and Electrical Stimulation: Used to decrease pain, inflammation, and swelling of your affected joints.
- Manual Therapy: Used to help you gain a greater range of motion.
- In clinic strength training and stretching
Patient Education
Patient Education is critical to your success as a patient at Balanced Body Physical Therapy. Our goal is not to schedule endless visits for you; rather, we want to improve your pain and range of motion while teaching you how to manage your condition after therapy. Expect us to provide training brochures and one-on-one time at every appointment to help accomplish this objective.
Next Steps
If you have arthritis, or think you may have it, submit an appointment request today. We will schedule you for an evaluation in our beautiful Salt Lake City office.