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Physical Therapy Can Decrease Chronic Pain
Are persistent aches stopping you from enjoying your favorite activities? Everyone deserves to live without pain! At Stride Physical Therapy in Freehold, NJ, we offer a safe, natural way to ease your pain through physical therapy. Achieve your health and fitness goals with us and start moving freely. Ready for a pain-free life? Request an appointment with our clinic today!
What Is Physical Therapy?
Physical therapists are experts in movement who specialize in treating mobility issues like walking and other physical activities. They focus on pain relief, muscle strengthening, and retraining your body to move correctly.
By doing exercises in the clinic and at home, you'll build strength, enhance balance, boost stamina, and reduce pain, all without medication or surgery side effects. At Stride, our physical therapists are as dedicated to your healing as you are and will support you in meeting your goals.
How Does Therapy Benefit My Well-being?
Starting a workout habit can be tough, especially with chronic pain. Many people use meds to ease pain or, sadly, stop being active. If exercising with pain worries you, you're in good company. Yet, there's a simpler path to staying active.
Our Stride physical therapists can guide you back to a painless, active life, helping you enjoy your favorite activities again. A healthy life requires work, but with routine, it gets easier.
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What Are The Major Benefits Of Physical Therapy?
Physical therapy can seem daunting if you're not sure what to expect. Perhaps you're dealing with pain after an accident, struggling post-surgery to regain mobility, or wishing to strengthen weak knees for evening strolls. Our physical therapists are committed to easing your pain and helping you restore your physical function. Everyone's health needs are unique, so we don't rely on a one-size-fits-all method.
At Stride, your physical therapist will work with you to evaluate your movement, balance, flexibility, and how much pain you're in. With a clear understanding of your situation, they'll craft a tailored treatment plan that aims to reduce your pain and help you meet your health goals!
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Kanwal Bhardwaj
PT, M.Sc.PT, CIMT, CMNT
Meet Kanwal Bhardwaj, PT, M.Sc.PT, CIMT, CMNT, the driving force behind Stride Physical Therapy in Freehold, NJ. With over 20 years of dedicated experience in the field, Kanwal brings a wealth of expertise and a passion for holistic healing to his practice. Kanwal's journey began with a Master of Science in Orthopedic Physical Therapy from Quinnipiac University in 2004. Over the years, he honed his skills and gained invaluable insights during 18 years of service in outpatient physical therapy offices. In 2014, fueled by a desire to deepen his understanding of patient care, he pursued a manual therapy certification (CIMT). This transformative experience allowed him to adopt a whole-body perspective, focusing on treating the root cause rather than just the symptoms...
At Stride Physical Therapy, we're dedicated to transforming lives. With a focus on the root cause of your condition, we're here to help you regain mobility and embrace an active lifestyle. What sets us apart? Our genuine passion for what we do. Let's stride towards a brighter tomorrow together.
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Take one step closer to a pain-free life with Stride Physical Therapy! Discover medication and surgery-free solutions with our sessions.
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Arthritis Pain Relief Without Medication
Arthritis pain in your knees or hips might make you want to reach for opioid painkillers. These drugs can offer short-term relief, but they're addictive and won't fix the real problem. Try a safe alternative: physical therapy. Get in touch with Stride Physical Therapy to see how a physical therapist can help ease your arthritis pain.
What is Arthritis?
Arthritis causes joint pain, tenderness, and swelling. It's a myth that it only affects old people; it can strike at any age. Treatment at Stride Physical Therapy can help get your joints moving well again and increase flexibility.
Signs of Arthritis
Arthritis symptoms can be managed with physical therapy. Common symptoms include:
Swollen Tissues: Arthritis causes tissue swelling near the affected joint, often making the area warm to the touch.
Grinding Sensation: Loss of cartilage leads to a grinding feeling as bones move against each other.
Lost Mobility: Arthritic joints can restrict your range of motion, making daily tasks difficult.
Joint Stiffness and Aches: Joints are especially stiff upon waking and may be sensitive or painful to touch.
Pain: Pain during or after physical movement is common in arthritic joints.
The Dangers of Opioids
Opioid prescriptions and overdose deaths have surged fourfold in 20 years, resulting in addiction, fatal overdoses, withdrawal, and depression. According to the CDC, opioid sales jumped 300% since 1999 with daily prescription opioid deaths over 40 in 2011. Physical therapy provides a safer option.
Physical Therapy: A Safer Alternative
If you’ve been diagnosed with arthritis, physical therapy can help you manage your symptoms without painkillers. During your first appointment at Stride Physical Therapy, you’ll discuss your medical history and symptoms. Your physical therapist will assess your strength, balance, and range of motion to create an optimal treatment plan.
Treatment Approaches
Manual Therapy: Therapeutic massage helps loosen muscles, increase range of motion, and relieve stiffness and discomfort in arthritic joints.
Body Mechanics: Learn how to perform daily activities with minimal strain on your joints to prevent the grinding sensation and slow arthritis progression.
Additional Treatments
Posture: Learn methods to optimize joint function and minimize pain, and how to use muscles and joints efficiently to relieve pressure.
Education: If needed, your therapist will teach you how to use assistive devices like canes or walkers properly.
Exercise and Weight Management: Your treatment plan may include exercises to strengthen muscles, support weight, and relieve joint strain. Aquatic exercises in a pool may be recommended for joint relief.
Contact Us Today
Physical therapy can help you manage arthritis pain without powerful opioids or other painkillers. Call Stride Physical Therapy today to schedule your first appointment with a licensed physical therapist. Start your journey to pain-free living and improved mobility.
