MythBusters PT Edition (#1)

One of the phrases I hear a lot from patients is “No pain, no gain.” They tell me they can push through pain if they need to or that they need to “feel the burn.”

Honestly, I get it.

I have played sports and trained for races and ended up pushing through pain because I wanted to play or get a certain time. When it comes to physical therapy however, this are myths that need to be busted.

Like this one.

My goal for patients is to be able to tell the difference between soreness and pain. Some soreness can be good, but we need to allow our bodies to appropriately rest so that soreness does not turn into pain or injury. 

I am not saying that there will never be pain. Occasionally pain may be provoked to find out where it is coming from, but overall physical therapy does not need to hurt.  

When a patient comes in we look at a multitude of factors to help determine their physical therapy plan.   Strength, flexibility, posture and mobility are all assessed. We also discuss things like nutrition, sleep, rest and recovery. Based on all of these factors we create a plan and prescribe a home exercise program.  

Overall, "No pain, no gain" is not the only option when it comes your physical therapy journey. Come see us at PT Center for Women. We would love to help you eliminate pain, get stronger, move better, and reach your goals!  

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