Porretta Center for Orthopaedic Surgery
Physical Therapy: About PT
Brad Oppat
Physical Therapy Director |
Jim Watson
Physical Therapist |
Road to Recovery for Orthopaedic Surgery Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine
Physical therapy evaluation and treatment techniques help identify and rehabilitate physical impairments to restore normal body functions after illness or injury. Various heat, cold, mobilization techniques, myofascial techniques, soft tissue mobilization, and electrical modalities may be used in addition to therapeutic exercises and instruction in home programs. Some of the benefits of physical therapy include improved circulation, relief of pain, restoration of motion, strengthening of muscles, prevention of injury or reinjury, promotion of healing, restoration of function and facilitating development.