October Is Physical Therapy Awareness Month
Physical therapy isn’t just about exercises. It’s about helping people get back to the people, places and activities that matter most. This October, the Audubon County Memorial Hospital and Clinics (ACMH) Rehabilitation Services team encourages community members to learn how physical therapy can help improve mobility, build strength and support independence at every stage of life.
Many people think of physical therapy as something you need after an injury or surgery, but it offers so much more. Physical therapy can help improve balance, increase flexibility, build strength, manage pain and improve your everyday life. It can also help people stay active and address movement challenges that come with chronic conditions or aging.
At ACMH, physical therapists work with patients of all ages in a variety of settings, including inpatient hospital care, skilled care and outpatient services. They also work closely with other health care providers to help patients recover, improve movement and reach their personal goals.
Physical therapy starts with what matters to you.
Everyone has different needs and goals. ACMH physical therapists work with each patient to create a treatment plan that fits their individual wants and needs. That might mean walking with more confidence, getting back to a favorite hobby, managing back or shoulder pain, returning to work or feeling more independent with everyday activities.
Treatment may include exercises, stretching, balance training, walking and mobility practice, hands-on techniques and other approaches based on each person’s needs.
Physical therapy can help people dealing with muscle or joint pain, recovering from surgery or a sports injury, experiencing balance problems or rebuilding strength after an illness. It can also help address movement challenges before they make everyday activities more difficult.
For older adults, improving balance, strength and mobility can make a big difference in staying active and independent while helping reduce the risk of falls. For people managing ongoing health conditions, physical therapy can help make daily movements easier and improve their ability to do the things they enjoy.
Helping you get back to what matters most.
At ACMH Rehabilitation Services, the focus is on helping each patient make progress toward their goals and enjoy a better quality of life.
This October, take a moment to consider how physical therapy might help you or someone you care about. If pain, weakness, balance concerns or difficulty with everyday movements are holding you back, talk with your health care provider about whether physical therapy may be a good fit.
To learn more about ACMH Rehabilitation Services or schedule an appointment, visit www.acmhhosp.org/services/rehab-services or call 712-563-5314.
