 Physical Therapy
Physical therapy is
an integral part of health care, devoted
to treating and preventing injury and physical disabilities.
Treatment is geared towards relieving pain and
discomfort, regaining movement, restoring function, rebuilding
strength, stability and training patients to adapt to permanent
physical changes.
At Spring Hill Physical Therapy & Acupuncture,
the therapists are highly trained in both traditional and complementary
methods of rehabilitation. Physical Therapists provide personal
one-on-one sessions which are approximately fifty minutes in
duration and include manual therapy and exercise such as:
Treatments may also include
modalities such as:
Physical therapists, physical
therapy assistants and aides treat the physical aspects of trauma,
injury and disabilities while understanding the mind-body connection;
therefore psycho-emotional as well as physical components of
the rehabilitation process can be addressed. The patient’s
optimal function is the ultimate goal.
Myofascial Release
Using various grades of pressure,
using the hands to reduce connective tissue restrictions (fascia)
Craniosacral Therapy
This therapy is a system of full body evaluation and treatment
that views the individual as an integrated whole and utilizes
gently, non-invasive techniques. The application of CST helps
to enhance the body’s innate healing abilities and is
helpful for many conditions, including chronic pain, headaches,
immune
system diseases, neurologic disorders, TMJ, postural imbalances
and more.
Acupressure
Thumbs and fingertips apply pressure
along the points on the acupuncture meridians. Balances energy
system in the body.
Somato Emotional Release
Therapist engages in
imaging and dialoguing techniques that can guide the patient
through and otherwise challenging encounter
with long-held emotions. The patient does not need to analyze
the problem to release it.
Muscle Energy Techniques
A gentle, non-forceful
technique in which the patients muscles are actively used from
a precise position in a specific direction
against a counter force. Techniques are used to mobilize joints,
stretch tight muscles and fascia and improve local circulation.
Trauma Resolution
A body centered approach to
working with the physiology of traumatic stress.
Joint mobilization
Manual technique to facilitate
improved accessory movement of a particular joint.
Electrical Stimulation (E-stim)
Physical therapy
modality using electrical impulses to help decrease pain, swelling
and improve circulation to a particular
region of the body.
Ultrasound
Physical Therapy modality used to
increase local circulation and decrease pain and swelling.
Mechanical Traction
Equipment that mechanically
creates forces to stretch and mobilize the spine. Can be used
for lower back or neck.
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