Physical therapy is one of the most effective non-operative treatments for orthopedic injuries. In many cases physical therapy can delay or remove entirely the need for surgery in orthopedic injuries. For this reason, Orthopedic sports medicine specialist Dr. Austin Chen typically recommends physical therapy as a first line of action before resorting to other more invasive treatment options including surgery.
One of the benefits of working with Dr. Austin Chen at the BoulderCentre for Orthopedics is that his offices include their own physical therapy center. This allows patients to have access to full care all under one roof. Dr. Chen has a unique and collaborative relationship with the physical therapists, which ensures that his patients always receive the best care and appropriate treatment inventions for their individual case.
Physical therapy has been shown to have the following effects in a number of orthopedic conditions and injuries:
- Reduce or eliminate pain
- Improve mobility and range of motion
- Avoid future injury
- Improve strength and flexibility
- Reduce risk of blood clots
- Faster healing and recovery
