Therapeutic Modalities
Ultrasound |
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| Helps to assist in breaking up fibrous/scar tissue that has built up within the muscle or joint. | |
Electric Muscle Stimulation |
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| Helps to relax a muscle that is constantly contracted or in spasm. | |
| Helps to re-train & strengthen a muscle. | |
Traction Therapy |
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| Distracts joints to facilitate proper alignment of the joint. | |
| Allows joint fluid to fill the joint thereby allowing joint nutrients to heal damaged cartilage. | |
Superficial Heat Therapy |
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| Increases blood flow to an area to allow new nutrients to be exposed to the damaged area and healing to occur. | |
Cryotherapy (Ice) |
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| Helps to decrease inflammation and pain. | |
Diapulse |
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| An electric field is generated throughout the body part which increases blood flow and circulation to facilitate healing of any tissue. | |
Exercise Therapy |
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| Specific exercises are taught to strengthen and stretch damaged regions | |