Manual Physical Therapy

Manual physical therapy is a systematic hands-on approach to the assessment and treatment of the neuro-musculoskeletal system. Restrictions or pain in the body that affect muscles, fascia, nerves and all joints respond to manual physical therapy. Manual physical therapy includes specific techniques such as stretching, Active Release Techniques^®, joint mobilization, muscle energy, and PNF (proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation).

The goal of manual physical therapy is to restore normal pain-free movement in the body. Each patient is thoroughly evaluated by a certified manual physical therapist who will then design and progress an individualized treatment program. This program may include hands-on physical therapy, a custom exercise program, and biomechanical counseling.

The benefits of manual physical therapy include:

• Increased strength and flexibility
• Better posture
• Improved range of motion
• Decreased pain
• Restoration of normal function