What Is Therapeutic Exercise?
Therapeutic exercise is a vital component of physiotherapy that includes targeted movements, stretches, and exercises designed to help patients recover from issues such as pain, injury, post-surgical recovery, or chronic conditions. This technique is supported by research as an effective tool to help improve function, mobility, and strength while reducing pain and preventing further injury.
At Monarch Physiotherapy Clinic, our physiotherapists use a variety of evidence-based techniques to design a customized program for each patient. Rehabilitation will likely include range of motion (ROM) exercises, stretching, and strengthening exercises. Our PTs will design a treatment program that is suitable for your level of fitness, injury or condition, and other important health factors.
Our programs are founded on science-backed treatment methods and proven techniques to ensure optimal results for our patients. The overall goal of treatment is to help you become stronger and healthier as soon as possible!
Our physiotherapists in Calgary, AB can enhance your quality of life by restoring functions, reducing pain, and improving your overall health. Physiotherapy sessions are customized to meet each patient’s unique needs and goals.
Conditions That Therapeutic Exercise Can Treat
Therapeutic exercise involves prescribed movement to correct impairments, restore functions, and maintain a state of well-being. It has been proven to be effective in treating and preventing injuries and improving functional outcomes.
Conditions that we treat include:
Musculoskeletal injuries
Musculoskeletal injuries can benefit from therapeutic exercise, including sprains and strains and joint injuries or repetitive stress-type injuries.
Neurological disorders
Therapeutic exercise can help patients recover from neurological disorders like stroke, Parkinson’s disease, and multiple sclerosis (MS).
Chronic pain
Chronic pain can take several forms, such as Fibromyalgia, chronic headaches, and chronic back pain.
Post-surgical rehabilitation
Therapeutic exercise can help those who are recovering from surgeries like a knee or hip replacement.
Common limitations of these conditions include reduced mobility, persistent pain, impaired strength, flexibility, and decreased overall function. The symptoms experienced by patients may vary but often involve discomfort, stiffness, swelling, and difficulty performing daily activities.
At Monarch Physiotherapy Clinic, our physiotherapists are dedicated to providing the highest quality care by employing the latest research, advanced techniques, and state-of-the-art methods. Through personalized treatment plans, we empower our patients to overcome their limitations, alleviate symptoms, and achieve their recovery goals.
Call us to learn more about therapeutic exercise and book your first appointment!
Therapeutic Exercise Techniques
Our physiotherapists at Monarch Physiotherapy Clinic will conduct a detailed assessment of your condition, current symptoms, and lifestyle factors that could be contributing to your condition. We utilize the most effective, up-to-date physiotherapy techniques with a results-driven approach!
Therapeutic exercises can include various techniques, such as:
Range-of-motion exercises
Range of motion may be limited due to a problem within the joint, swelling of tissue around the joint, muscle tension, or pain. At Monarch Physiotherapy Clinic, we focus on restoring functions that were affected by your condition.
Range of motion exercises can be passive or active, depending on the patient’s symptoms and physical capability. Passive exercises are when your physiotherapist uses their hands to cause movement of a joint while you rest in place, while active exercises can be performed on your own under a physiotherapist’s supervision.
Stretching exercises
Exercises that work to increase flexibility and ease muscle tension. Stretching is an effective way to improve posture, reduce back pain, and prevent injury, and can help a number of different conditions. Our physiotherapists will teach you the right stretches for your condition and current symptoms.
Strengthening exercises
Building strength is essential for those who have lost functions due to their injury or condition. Strength training can incorporate the use of weights, resistance bands, or bodyweight exercises.
Balance exercises
Many patients struggle with balance if they’ve been experiencing issues like vertigo or have suffered a stroke. Balance exercise improves a patient’s stability, which can help prevent falls and future injuries.
Posture and body mechanic exercises
Many patients struggle with poor posture, which can cause or worsen issues such as body aches and pains, muscle fatigue, and joint degeneration. Posture and body mechanic exercises help patients reduce the risk of developing pain or injury due to poor posture or faulty movements.
Therapeutic exercise can help restore your functions and build strength while reducing pain and preventing injury. Our physiotherapists in Calgary, AB will design a treatment plan that can help you achieve your recovery goals!
Your Next Steps…
Request An Appointment
Receive A Custom Treatment Plan
Work Hard and Progress In Your Recovery
Recover & Enjoy Life Pain-Free!
