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Physical Therapy Clinic | Myofascial Release Massage Therapist – Silver Spring MD 20910
Orthopedic Injuries
What is the importance of Orthopedic treatment?
There are different kind of injuries faced by a lot of people, one of which is orthopedic injuries. Orthopedic injuries are injuries that include a body’s musculoskeletal part. In simple terms, you can say an injury involving bones and joints which may be due to an accident or any kind of trauma to the body. Hence, we offer the essential Orthopedic Treatment at Physical Therapy Works in Forest Glen, Silver Spring MD.
What are the types of orthopedic injuries and effective treatment methods offered at Physical Therapy Works at Forest Glen, Silver Spring, MD?
If you are not aware of some common orthopedic injuries then this page can be very helpful to you. Here are some common orthopaedic injuries and their respective treatment methods-
- ACL (Anterior cruciate ligament) tear ACL is present in the knee of the body. ACL can be torn due to a simple twist and turn in the legs. ACL tear can be treated by simple physical therapy or by simply doing some rest. And, if the tear is severe then reparative surgery can be recommended if necessary.
- Torn rotator cuff The rotator cuff is present in and around the shoulder part of the body which is mostly muscles and tendons. And, it allows a wide range of motion. Moreover, with a little stretch, it is possible to achieve full motion. Rotator cuff injury can happen if you stretch too far without knowing your limit. For small snaps or tear it is possible to heal with physical therapy. But if the tear is severe then the surgery option can be opted according to necessity.
- Torn Meniscus The protective cartilage present in the knee has a small section known as the meniscus. This helps the knee to function freely. The common treatment methods used to treat torn meniscus are physical rest, physical therapy, and using stabilizing braces. If the injury is more severe, then necessary surgical can be proposed to treat the injury.
- Plantar Fasciitis A ligament presents along the bottom line of the foot that connects the heel to the toes is known as plantar fasciitis. The injury in this ligament can cause tormenting pain as well as swelling. Plantar fasciitis can be treated by resting and by decreasing all movement-related activities to relieve swelling and pain. Even after doing the entire thing, if the pain is not relieved then necessary surgery can opt.
- Tennis elbow Tennis elbow is the most common type of injury faced by many people who does heavy work which requires the use of elbows. Tennis elbow is caused due to injury in the elbow’s tendons. The most effective way to treat this injury is to rest enough for the healing process.
- Carpal tunnel syndrome There is a median nerve that is present in the wrist to the hand. When the nerve is compressed or pinched then carpal tunnel syndrome is developed. This syndrome is usually seen in people, who frequently do repetitive movements with their hands or wrists. In carpal tunnel syndrome, you can feel numbness in the hand and also can feel the weakness in the wrist. The common treatment methods include therapies, the use of braces, and medications.
- Dislocated shoulder There are a lotof circumstances where you can face shoulder dislocation such as a car accident, sports injury, or any contact injury. In shoulder dislocation, the arm bones get dislocated from the very painful socket. A professional is needed to put back the shoulder in the socket.
- Fracture Thin and tiny crack the bone is known as a fracture. The treatment can be done by a Forest Glen area of Silver Spring, MD orthopaedic doctor by various measures such as plastering.
During the primary appointment, our Orthopedist will attempt to diagnose the individual’s condition. Sometimes, our Orthopedist will use an in-office technique, together with an injection, to assist make the analysis or deal with the condition. To inquire more about the Orthopedic Injuries Treatment at Physical Therapy Works in Forest Glen, Silver Spring MD, call us at (301) 448-1911 “OR” Book your appointment today!
Our Health Plans
Physical therapy services are provided and billed by Physical Therapy Works. Our providers participate in most of the major health insurance plans in the Maryland metro area. The following are the health plans which we currently accept.
- Medicare/Medicaid
- Anthem
- Veterans Choice Program (VCP)
- Health Net Financial Services
- CareFirst
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
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I came to PT Works with an injured shoulder, excruciating pain and immobility that pretty much put an end to my active lifestyle. Two visits a week, six months later I was back on the dance floor, pain free! I’m very grateful. Five stars not enough!!