
Rehabilitation is an essential step in recovery if you have functional disabilities from disease, injury, or post-operative pain. Any and of all of these impairments can cause mobility challenges. Physical therapy can help if you experience physical symptoms that make daily life more difficult. We understand your frustration and we can help you enjoy a better quality of life while learning strategies for living more comfortably.
Physical therapy not only helps those who are recovering from an injury or illness. It is also a valuable tool in helping you live well through every stage of life. You may benefit from physical therapy if
At Allied Services Integrated Health System, our rehabilitation experts treat a wide variety of conditions requiring professional services from medical experts, including our comprehensive physical therapy services.
There is no “one size fits all” program for effective physical therapy, which is why we take our time to customize your physical therapy regimen to meet your needs. Our physical therapists offer personally tailored, patient-focused services for every person who utilizes our services. Our team provides the individualized care you need to overcome pain after sustaining an injury or recovering from surgery. We also help many patients who have diminished mobility or motion, such as those diagnosed with chronic joint pain from a condition such as lupus or movement disorders like Parkinson’s disease.
Physical therapy generally involves stretching and strengthening exercises to help restore your movement ability. In addition to manual therapies, your physical therapist may prescribe heat, moist heat, and cold therapy.
Physical therapy is often recommended for patients experiencing the following:
Some of the conditions that may require physical therapy and/or other rehabilitation services include:
Physical therapy services in Scranton generally require a referral from a physician. For specific questions on how to obtain a referral, please call 570-826-3900 (Wilkes-Barre) or 570-348-1360 (Scranton). Contact us to learn more or start your referral process today.
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