Physical Therapy for Pain Management

The physical therapists at Coastal Movement Specialists use safe and conservative therapies to help relieve pain. From patient education and therapeutic exercises to stretching and other non-invasive measures, physical therapy can offer many benefits for pain management. Learn more below, and contact us today to schedule an appointment in our Johns Island, SC office.

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Common Pain Issues We Treat

Our physical therapists can help to relieve and manage pain caused by many conditions. Some of the most common causes of pain we treat include:

+ Arthritis

Inflammation of the joints is one of the leading causes of chronic pain and disability in the United States. Arthritis typically affects weight-bearing joints, such as the hip and knee, and can interfere with a mobile and active lifestyle. Physical therapy can strengthen joints, reduce stiffness, and improve your range of motion to relieve pain and make you more mobile.

+ Neck Pain

Falls, sports, car accidents, and chronic spine problems can cause pain in the back of the neck. This pain can radiate to the upper back, shoulders, and arms, making even everyday movements difficult. Our physical therapists can design custom plans to treat neck pain and allow you to return to working, driving, exercising, and other daily activities.

+ Shoulder Pain

Tendonitis and bursitis are leading causes of shoulder pain, but shoulder pain can result from other causes as well. Our physical therapists will evaluate your shoulder’s strength, range of motion and functional abilities such as reaching. Your physical therapy program can include treatments such as stretching and strengthening exercises designed specifically for your shoulder condition.

+ Back Pain

Back pain affects 80% of the population during their lifetime, occurring in people of all ages. Back pain has many causes, including obesity, poor posture, accidents, sports, or bending over to pick up objects. Physical therapy can help you avoid addictive medications by relieving your pain with customized treatments.

+ Hip Pain

The hip is a ball-and-socket joint that is important for stability, movement, and correct posture. Injury, arthritis, and repetitive motion can cause hip pain that worsens with activities such as walking, climbing stairs, or lying on your side. Our physical therapists will work with you to improve your mobility and relieve your pain.

+ Knee Pain

Knee pain can make walking, standing, climbing steps, playing sports, and other everyday activities challenging. You can injure your knee quickly by making a sudden movement or gradually over the years. Our movement specialists can help relieve your knee pain to enable you to return to the activities you enjoy for an active and fulfilling life.

Schedule an Appointment

Located on Johns Island, SC, Coastal Movement Specialists serves the entire Charleston area. Contact us today to schedule an appointment with our experienced physical therapists and learn more about how we can help you with pain management.