Manual Therapy
Manual therapy interventions are used to
decrease pain and improve range-of-motion
and flexibility to stiff joints and muscles.
Once pain has been reduced and joint mobility
improved, it is much easier for a patient to
regain optimal and efficient movement patterns
and restore maximum function. Mobilization and
manipulation are key components of therapy
and consist of skilled, passive movements to
joints and associated soft-tissue structures.
Other hands-on procedures such as massage,
stretching and deep pressure are components
of manual therapy. The goal is restoration of
injured tissues
to normal function.
Therapeutic techniques designed to improve movement patterns include Neuromuscular re-education, motor control
training and education only a physical therapist can provide.
Peak Performance PT
2360 Mullan Rd. #D
Missoula, MT 59808
T: 406.542.0808
F: 406.542.0909
Email: info@peakptmt.com
How Does Manual Therapy Accelerate Recovery?
The term Manual Therapy refers to hands on treatment
of muscles, tendons, ligaments, and joints. Manual
Therapy is the cornerstone of our treatment philosophy.
We feel that the human touch is an essential ingredient
to our evaluations, care plans, and rehabilitation
protocols.
Enhanced Treatment
We understand that manual therapy enhances the most
important aspects of physical therapy – patient
education and therapeutic exercise.
Quality Care
Our outcome studies show better results when physical
therapists have manual therapy training. Additional education and training reflects our commitment to providing
excellent care.
Cost Management
Initial evaluation and treatment are normally scheduled in less than 48 hours. Our internal assessments show if
treatment begins within the first 15 – 30 days after injury, there is less time lost from work, function improves faster,
and people report less pain. Therapeutic intervention promotes functional independence and can often prevent an
individual’s re-entry into the healthcare system.
Who is a Manual Therapist?
Physical Therapists are specially trained in anatomy and physiology and are experts in understanding how movement,
posture, and function affect wellness. Physical Therapists may become certified in manual therapy by enrolling in 3-4
year post-graduate level course work and clinical experiences.The term Manual Therapy refers to hands on treatment
of muscles, tendons, ligaments, and joints. Manual Therapy is the cornerstone of our treatment philosophy. We feel
that the human touch is an essential ingredient to our evaluations, care plans, and rehabilitation protocols.
2360 Mullan Rd. #D Missoula, MT 59808 T: 406.542.0808 F: 406.542.0909
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