Get Personalized Physical Therapy at FYZICAL in Littleton for Shoulders
Shoulders are amazing joints that provide great mobility and functionality, but they require care and attention to stay healthy. At FYZICAL Therapy and Balance Centers in {Littleton}, our physical therapists specialize in helping our patients reach and maintain optimal shoulder health through personalized care and effective treatment strategies.
Here's how physical therapy can help in keeping your shoulders strong and flexible:
Assessment and Treatment Plans
Our licensed physical therapists will assess your shoulder(s) during your first appointment. This assessment helps identify any weaknesses, imbalances, or areas of tightness that may contribute to discomfort or reduced mobility. Based on the assessment, we'll create a personalized treatment plan for your specific needs and goals.
Manual Physical Therapy in Littleton
Our physical therapists in Littleton are trained in manual therapy techniques that can help improve shoulder mobility, reduce pain, and restore function. These techniques may include joint mobilizations, soft tissue mobilizations, and manual stretching exercises tailored to your needs.
Dry Needling for Shoulder Pain
Dry needling is a technique using fine needles inserted into muscle trigger points in the shoulder to relieve pain, enhance mobility, and promote muscle relaxation. It's effective for reducing chronic shoulder pain and improving range of motion, often complementing other physical therapy treatments.
Strength and Stability Exercises
Strengthening the muscles around the shoulder joint is essential to improve stability and preventing injuries. Our physical therapists will show you exercises that will help strengthen your rotator cuff muscles, deltoids, and other muscles that support your shoulder. These exercises are gradual and adjusted to your current strength and fitness level.
Range of Motion Exercises
Improving the range of motion in your shoulders is crucial for everyday activities and sports performance. Physical therapy can include specific stretching exercises and techniques to improve flexibility in the shoulder joints and surrounding muscles.
Improving Your Posture
Did you know that bad posture can lead to shoulder pain? Our therapists will provide education and exercises to help you improve your posture, both during activities and while at rest, reducing strain on the shoulder joints.
At Home Exercises for Shoulder Pain
An important part of physical therapy is giving you the knowledge and tools to help your shoulder pain. We'll teach you about good body mechanics, ergonomic tips, and ways to avoid injuries in the future. We'll also develop a personalized home exercise program so you can continue to strengthen and stretch your shoulders between appointments.
Rehab and Injury Recovery
If you've had a shoulder injury or surgery, physical therapy is essential for your recovery journey. Our physical therapists will work closely with you to promote healing, regain strength and range of motion, and gradually return to your normal activities or sports.
Prevention
Physical therapy focuses on preventing future shoulder problems beyond treating existing issues. Our therapists can assess your movement patterns and guide you in modifying activities or exercises to reduce the risk of injury.
Our goal at FYZICAL Therapy and Balance Centers in Applewood is to provide you with the tools and knowledge to keep your shoulders pain-free. Whether you're an athlete, office worker, or active retiree, we're here to support you every step of the way.
If you're suffering from shoulder pain or have any questions about how physical therapy can help, contact us to schedule an appointment today! We can work together to create a plan that's just right for you.