Exercise Therapy

The main goals of Exercise Therapy at Regional Physical Therapy are to improve overall function, manage chronic conditions, and reduce pain. Exercise therapy is delivered by a licensed physical therapist who tailors a specific exercise program to address your individual needs and goals, using various exercise methods to improve your performance.

How Exercise Therapy Can Help You

Exercise therapy is more than just exercise – it's a personalized roadmap to regaining your best self. Our licensed physical therapists create custom programs designed to:

  • Boost Your Overall Function: Whether you're recovering from an injury, managing a chronic condition, or simply want to move with more ease, exercise therapy can help. At Regional Physical Therapy, our exercise therapy program is designed to empower you. We'll create a personalized plan to build your strength, enhance your flexibility, and improve your mobility and balance.

  • Manage Chronic Conditions: Living with a chronic condition doesn't have to mean limitations. At Regional Physical Therapy, exercise therapy becomes a powerful ally in managing your well-being. We'll design a safe and effective program that complements your existing treatment plan, targeting conditions like pain, arthritis, and diabetes. Our therapists will create a safe and effective program that complements your existing treatment plan.

  • Reduce Pain: At Regional Physical Therapy, exercise therapy becomes your weapon against pain. Our personalized programs are designed to decrease pain levels, not just mask them significantly. By incorporating specific exercises, we'll help you move more freely, regain confidence, and ultimately improve your overall quality of life.

What Makes Regional Physical Therapy Different

  • Individualized Approach: Our therapists take the time to understand your unique needs and goals. Whether you're recovering from an injury, managing a chronic condition, or simply want to move with more ease, we'll design a personalized program specifically for you. This means exercises that target your specific limitations and goals, ensuring you see real progress and experience the joy of movement again.

  • Variety is Key: We incorporate a range of exercises, including stretching, strengthening, cardiovascular conditioning, balance training, and functional activities. This keeps your program engaging and helps you achieve well-rounded results.

  • Education and Support: Our therapists don't just prescribe exercises; they teach you proper form and provide ongoing support to ensure you feel confident and safe performing your program at home.

Exercise Therapy That Makes a Difference

By working with a skilled physical therapist at Regional Physical Therapy, exercise therapy becomes more than just a routine – it becomes a path to a healthier, happier, and more active you.

 Exercise Therapy FAQs

  • At Regional Physical Therapy, we understand the importance of both exercise therapy and physical therapy in your overall well-being. While they may sound similar, they have distinct purposes in your journey to a healthier you.

    Exercise therapy is a fantastic tool for keeping your body in top shape. It incorporates activities such as stretching, strengthening, and cardiovascular conditioning to boost your endurance, flexibility, and overall fitness. This can be particularly helpful for preventing injuries and managing chronic conditions.

    Physical therapy is a treatment used after you've experienced an injury, surgery, or illness. Our physical therapists will design a personalized program to help you regain mobility, reduce pain, and restore function to the affected area. It's like targeted training to get you back to doing what you love.

    Think of us as your partner in both aspects of physical health. Whether you're looking to proactively improve your fitness or recover from an injury, Regional Physical Therapy is here to guide you every step of the way.

    • Stretch Therapy

    • Strength Training Therapy

    • Massage Therapy (Manual Therapy)

    • Heat and Cold Therapy

    Additional types of therapy are:

    • Aquatic Therapy

    • ASTYM Therapy

    • Dry Needing

  • Therapudic therapy is a common method of treatment that is used to improve overall physical function through functional task or movements. 

    Examples of Therapeutic Activities:

    • Balance training: Standing on unstable surfaces, walking on different terrains.

    • Functional mobility: Practice getting in and out of a car, bed, or chair.

    • Coordination exercises: Throwing and catching a ball, playing simple games.

    • Strength and endurance training: Carrying objects, walking uphill, stair climbing.

    • Sport-specific training: Drills and activities related to the patient's sport.