Different types of physical therapy in Gorham, ME

Many people who have been hurt or injured turn to physical therapists for treatment because physical therapists are experts in treating the musculoskeletal system. This is the system that includes your bones, joints, cartilage, connective tissues and muscles. Physical therapy treatments vary depending on your condition, but generally, they aim to reduce pain and improve strength and mobility through exercising, stretching and other techniques. 

The physical therapists at Back in Motion Physical Therapy must undergo years of training and education before receiving their license to practice. During this time, they learn the different kinds of physical therapy that can help all kinds of patients.

Four types of physical therapy

1. Orthopedic — Orthopedic physical therapy is one of the most common types of physical therapy. It emphasizes treatments that help rebuild strength and mobility that are affected by an injury or condition.
   
2. Sports injuries — Most athletes who are injured benefit from sports-injury treatments that physical therapists provide. Physical therapy can help athletes recover faster and stay fit during recover. A physical therapist can help athletes with training and injury prevention as well.
   
3. Vestibular — Vestibular physical therapy is for people with dizziness and imbalance issues, like vertigo or labyrinthitis. These treatments focus on retraining the brain to balance and coordinate the body to overcome the condition causing the imbalance.
   
4. Work injuries — Physical therapists can help people who’ve been hurt at work overcome their work injuries. There are techniques and methods to help reduce pain and improve strength and mobility for a better recovery. 

All of these fields continue to grow in types of treatments and understanding of conditions as modern medicine advances.

Contact Back in Motion Physical Therapy in Gorham, ME for physical therapy treatments

Our physical therapists are ready to work closely with you to develop a personalized treatment for your pain or injury. Please contact us today to schedule a consultation with one of our physical therapists and discover what physical therapy can do for you. 

Our Gorham location:

94 Main St. #2

Gorham, Maine 04038

Monday – Thursday: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Friday: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.