Physical therapists specialize in many treatments that can help people overcome painful and debilitating injuries and conditions in the neck. However, some people miss out on physical therapy due to misconceptions that keep them from ever receiving treatment.
We hope to clear up some common misconceptions about physical therapy below, so you can make a more informed decision on whether or not you need to visit a physical therapist for neck pain:
1. Physical therapy hurts
The goal of many physical therapy treatments is to reduce and prevent pain—not to cause pain. However, since physical therapy often involves therapeutic exercises, some people think it must be painful and too challenging. This is far from the truth.
Physical therapists are highly skilled in creating a custom treatment routine for each of their patients. These treatments help people recover at a pace that’s good for them. There may be some soreness after some exercises, but you should never experience an increase in pain because of physical therapy.
2. You don’t need to see a professional for physical therapy
Some people think physical therapy is nothing more than some exercises you can do at home. While physical therapists do recommend certain exercises to do between appointments, your complete treatment includes much more.
First of all, physical therapists are highly skilled and trained in identifying which exercises are right for you. Second, they specialize in other treatments that you cannot perform at home, such as joint mobilization, soft tissue mobilization, dry needling and aquatic therapy.
3. Physical therapy isn’t covered by insurance
Many insurance providers cover physical therapy as it is a medically proven health care service. Talk to your insurance provider about physical therapy to see how it’s covered under your plan.
Visit Excel Sports and Physical Therapy in O’Fallon, MO, for neck pain treatment
Our team at Excel Sports and Physical Therapy in O’Fallon, Missouri, can help you reduce pain in your neck and improve its range of motion. Don’t let these misconceptions keep you from getting the treatment you need. Contact our team today for more information about neck pain treatment or to schedule an initial appointment.
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