Whether you’re struggling with an ongoing condition or are suffering from a recent injury or illness, physical therapy speeds up recovery and improves overall well-being. But is this form of health care right for you? Here, the experts at Coryell Memorial Healthcare System’s Physical Therapy share who can benefit from physical therapy. 

What Is Physical Therapy?

This is a form of specialized care in which professionals treat issues related to daily physical functioning. They work with patients on a one-on-one basis to diagnose abnormalities, restore proper function, and aid in recovery. Your physical therapist’s goal is to make your everyday life easier. Each session is aimed at reducing pain, improving mobility, and even helping you avoid surgery. A custom treatment plan is created for each patient, so it can involve either short- or long-term care, depending on what you need. Coryell Memorial has inpatient hospital physical therapy, a state-of-art out-patient therapy center and speech and physical therapy in The Meadows Rehabilitation Program, all located on one campus in Gatesville, TX. Coryell Home Health also provides physical therapy for patients in their home.  

Who Can Benefit From Physical Therapy?

Physical therapists work with a range of medical conditions, with many having a specific area of focus. While this isn’t a complete guide, these are just some common conditions physical therapy can treat: 

• Back, neck, and joint pain, degenerative disease or traumatic injury  
• Brain injuries, stroke recovery or other neurological issues;
• Overuse syndromes;
• Post-surgical recovery;
• Work related injuries;
• Sports Injuries.

If you think physical therapy is right for you or someone you know call (254) 865-8251. To find out more about all the services available at Coryell Memorial Healthcare System, including orthopedics and wound care, visit the website.