Pain Relief

Physical therapy is very effective when it comes to pain management. It can alleviate you from numerous ailments involving those of hip pain, severe back pain and neck and shoulder pain. The pain is usually addressed depending on the body part affected, for example, the soreness experienced near buttocks/thighs is referred to as lower back pain, while the pain felt near spine and neck is termed as upper back pain.

Causes for pain

Chronic pain in the parts of the human body may be a result of arthritis, fibromyalgia, neurological complications, accidents, trauma, kidney infections, spinal disc problems, muscle spasm, obesity, sciatica, strained ligaments, etc. Nevertheless unhealthy practices involving bad postures, standing/sitting for too long and sudden jerks also account for cervical neck pain and back muscle pain.

Physiotherapy treatments

Hip, back and cervical pains can be effectively treated by resorting to the techniques like

  • Massage
  • Ultrasound
  • Movement therapy
  • Electrical stimulation including TENS
  • Laser therapy
  • Manual therapy on soft tissues
  • Heat/Cold packs
  • Acupuncture and Dry needling
  • Hydrotherapy involving swimming
  • Walking or Jogging
  • Shortwave diathermy
  • Myofascial release
  • Traction
  • Aerobic activities

In addition to these, physiotherapists also suggest exercises to stretch and strengthen the muscles around the affected part in order to increase their flexibility and range of motion. Neck turn/tilt/stretch, scapular stabilization exercises, shoulder rolls, neck drop/raise exercise, closed kinetic chain workouts, neck extension and flexion, side bending with hands, proprioception and balance activities, gluteal/quadriceps squeezes, butterfly stretch, deep neck stabilization exercises, pigeon pose, knee bends, hamstring stretches, hip flexor stretch, leg swings, figure four stretch, lateral squat, fire hydrant, and others do form a part of such rehabilitation programs.

Our home care services is one of the best to accomplish the goal of hip/neck/back pain relief. We offer one-to-one care and revive your hope of being independent.

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