Manual therapy is a hands-on method used to treat musculoskeletal disorders by manipulating and mobilizing soft tissues and joints. The physical therapists at Synergy Physical Therapy are skilled in various techniques, including soft tissue mobilization, joint mobilization, and myofascial release.

Manual therapy can prevent unnecessary surgeries for patients with musculoskeletal conditions like osteoarthritis, herniated discs, and rotator cuff injuries. While surgery can be effective, it carries risks, significant costs, and a long recovery period. Manual therapy can also help patients recover more quickly and with less pain after surgeries such as joint replacements.

Functional training is exercise that focuses on movements relevant to daily life. It can improve strength, mobility, and balance, which may prevent injuries and enhance physical function.

At Synergy Physical Therapy, physical therapists use personalized functional training techniques such as muscle group targeting and mimicking real-life movements to help patients achieve optimal outcomes. Functional training can prevent unnecessary surgeries by improving strength, flexibility, and mobility without the need for invasive procedures.

The effectiveness of physical therapy in reducing the need for surgery is dependent upon the individual patient and their unique condition. Although we see many patients who have been able to avoid surgery by adhering to the program developed by their Synergy therapist, there are certainly cases where surgery may still be required. However, even in these cases, physical therapy remains beneficial to the patient by improving flexibility and strength, and ultimately their surgical outcomes.