All too often, people are consuming dangerous opioids without calculating the risk. Treat the cause of the problem, not the symptom.
Many people have become aware of the opioid epidemic that is currently plaguing medical practitioners in the United States. We know the side effects and risks that come with taking opioid medications. Physicians and patients alike are looking for something else to help manage their pain.
This is where physical therapy plays a valuable role. Opioid pain medication only treats the pain and not the underlying problems that are causing the pain. Treatment from a skilled physical therapist allows the underlying cause of the pain to be addressed. This will, in turn, reduce the pain experienced by the patient and improve their overall function. Physical therapy treats the patient as a whole person and works to improve their quality of life instead of treating them as a diagnosis.
For more information and to assess your pain, visit #ChoosePT. The choice is yours. Call your local physical therapist today!
