Ouch! Should I See A Physical Therapist?

So you just got hurt or you’ve been dealing with pain for weeks, months or years. Rest hasn't worked and over-the-counter pain medications only help for a short period of time. Your quality of life is suffering and your ability to perform daily activities is becoming harder. So what’s the next step?... Physical therapy!

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As Doctors of Physical Therapy, we have been granted direct access. This means that your first line of defense for beating pain and recovering from injury could be physical therapy. With direct access, you can see a physical therapist without a prescription, so there are no delays in getting treatment. 

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Starting PT early after injury leads to a quicker recovery, prevents further issues from developing, and keeps you active as you try to manage your pain. Early intervention can also reduce out-of-pocket healthcare costs and even reduce the likelihood of opioid use and reliance on medications (2018 study). Also, if additional screening is needed, a qualified physical therapist knows when to refer you for further medical attention.

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How can Activcore help?

Activcore takes physical therapy to a higher level. We offer you the unique opportunity to work one-on-one with a physical therapist throughout every session. In other words, you are always the center of our attention for the best results possible. This level of personalized attention is something that most PT clinics simply don't offer, as it has become commonplace for physical therapists to juggle multiple patients, leading to compromised care and subpar outcomes.

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At Activcore, we are specially trained to find the source of your pain. We utilize the latest equipment like the Redcord suspension system to target underlying weaknesses that often contribute to pain and movement dysfunction. Furthermore, we provide education and tips to reduce the likelihood of your condition becoming chronic and harder to manage.

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If this sounds like something that can help you, contact me at Activcore Princeton to schedule a consultation.

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‍Disclaimer:  The views expressed in this post are based on the opinion of the author, unless otherwise noted, and should not be taken as personal medical advice. The information provided is intended to help readers make their own informed health and wellness decisions.