THERAPEUTIC EXERCISE
Therapeutic exercises are specifically designed exercises to correct specific problems. Depending the specific problem, Dr. Summers will provide you with a list of exercises to perform with the goal of reducing pain or discomfort. The focus of therapeutic exercise is to regain flexibility, range of motion, strength and endurance related to specific physical problem. Therapeutic exercise aims to improve, restore, and prevent loss of physical function. It can also improve a patient’s overall health, fitness, and sense of well-being.
Objectives of Therapeutic exercise include:
- Increasing mobility
- Releasing contracted muscles, tendons, and fascia
- Mobilizing joints
- Improving circulation
- Improving respiratory capacity
- Improving coordination
- Reducing rigidity
- Improving balance
Therapeutic exercises are classified into three major categories:
- Endurance training
- Resistance training
- Flexibility training
No matter what type of exercise is prescribed to remedy a patient’s specific condition, the final goal of rehabilitation is to acquire a maximum level of physical fitness, without the use of more invasive methods. Therapeutic exercise can be performed at home and gives you the power to improve your quality of life.
Absolute Natural Health Center for therapeutic exercises in North Austin, Pflugerville and Round Rock. Please click Request an Appointment or schedule an appointment by phone at (737) 484-0940.