Tuesday, May 24, 2011

Finding a qualified physical therapist

Finding the right professional to help diagnose and develop a plan for wellness is critical to living pain free. A physician should know that a good physical examination by a qualified professional is critical to managing pain.

A trainer, who examined my husband’s back, found that the exercises, prescribed by a physical therapist, were doing more harm than good. It was my husband’s physician who had sent him to the physical therapist.

Finding the right person can be a challenge. Ask several other people, especially those in good physical condition. Talk with your doctor but also with friends, relatives, personnel at the local gym, Angie’s List, and read other online reviews. Do your homework, then during your first visit to the professional make sure you feel comfortable with his or her procedures, explanations, and office environment.

My husband knew it was important to keep exercising. As soon as one stops moving he/she loses muscle mass, flexibility, and optimal circulation. Once he knew the exercises to avoid and the correct ones to do for the different muscle groups in the body he was able to exercise without pain!

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flexibility and blood circulation.

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