{"id":73315,"date":"2023-12-04T20:56:06","date_gmt":"2023-12-05T02:56:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pdrehab.com\/?p=73315"},"modified":"2026-04-03T12:40:59","modified_gmt":"2026-04-03T17:40:59","slug":"why-to-see-a-physical-therapis","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pdrehab.com\/en\/why-to-see-a-physical-therapis\/","title":{"rendered":"Why to see a physical therapist?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div style=\"margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px;\" class=\"sharethis-inline-share-buttons\" ><\/div><p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;3.22&#8243;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;3.25&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;3.25&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.6.0&#8243; text_font_size=&#8221;14px&#8221; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<article class=\"post-content\" style=\"font-family: Inter, system-ui, -apple-system, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; color: #0f172a;\">\n<header style=\"margin-bottom: 1.25rem;\">\n<style>\n  .post-content p {\n    font-size:16px;\n    font-weight:400;\n    line-height:1.75;\n    margin:0 0 1.25rem 0;\n  }\n  .post-content h1 {\n    font-size:2rem;\n    line-height:1.2;\n    margin:0 0 1.5rem 0;\n    font-weight:400;\n  }\n  .post-content h2 {\n    font-size:1.6rem;\n    line-height:1.3;\n    margin:2.75rem 0 1.25rem 0;\n    font-weight:400;\n  }\n  .cta-box a:hover { opacity:0.9; }\n<\/style>\n<\/header>\n<h1>Physical Therapist &#8211; Why You Should See Him Before the End of The Year?<\/h1>\n<p>With the New Year just around the corner, many people are thinking about their resolutions and ways to improve their health and well-being. One area that often gets overlooked is physical therapy. While it may not be the first thing on your mind when it comes to improving your physical health, seeing a <strong>physical therapist<\/strong> before the New Year can offer many long-term benefits. Below are several reasons why scheduling an appointment now is a smart and proactive choice.<\/p>\n<h2>Save Money on Your Treatment<\/h2>\n<p>Insurance terminology, terms, and conditions can be quite complicated to understand for many of us, but one thing is clear &#8211; most insurance plans reset on January 1st. This implies that if you have already paid a considerable amount towards your deductible, it might cover your physical therapy sessions. This can help you save money on treatment costs and reduce your out-of-pocket healthcare expenses. It&#8217;s a smart financial decision that lets you access the care you need without straining your budget. So, take full advantage of your insurance benefits before they reset.<\/p>\n<p>Learn more about how physical therapy supports your health and what we treat at PD Rehab: \ud83d\udc49 <a href=\"https:\/\/pdrehab.com\/jak-leczymy\/fizjoterapia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Physical Therapy \u2013 How We Treat<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Prevent Injuries<\/h2>\n<p>As the winter sports season approaches, it is highly recommended to visit a physical therapist ahead of time to help <strong>prevent injuries<\/strong>. A skilled therapist can evaluate your current fitness level, muscle imbalances, range of motion, and movement patterns to develop a personalized exercise plan that prepares your body safely.<\/p>\n<p>Early intervention can correct potential problems, which may help you avoid long-term injuries and more complex treatments later. This is especially important for activities like skiing, snowboarding, and ice skating.<\/p>\n<p>If you participate in sports or deal with joint or muscle pain, you may also find this helpful: \ud83d\udc49 <a href=\"https:\/\/pdrehab.com\/jak-leczymy\/ortopedia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Orthopedic Physical Therapy<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Improve Your Posture<\/h2>\n<p>As the days get cooler and shorter, many of us gradually stop doing the outdoor activities we enjoyed over the summer and fall. The colder weather often leads to spending more time indoors, frequently hunched over our phones, laptops, or sitting in front of TVs. Furthermore, the end of the year often brings heavier workloads, causing many people to spend long hours at their desks. Over time, this can lead to poor posture and musculoskeletal imbalances that show up as neck pain, back pain, or headaches.<\/p>\n<p>However, seeing a physical therapist can help identify these postural issues and provide targeted exercises and ergonomic recommendations to restore better alignment and reduce discomfort.<\/p>\n<p>Read more about posture-related physical therapy and back pain:<br \/>\ud83d\udc49 <a href=\"https:\/\/pdrehab.com\/blog\/physical-therapy-for-back-pain\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Physical Therapy for Back Pain<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Prevent and Manage Chronic Conditions<\/h2>\n<p>As temperatures drop and the weather becomes damp and chilly, it is common for people with chronic conditions \u2014 such as arthritis \u2014 to experience worsening symptoms. Stiffness, pain, and limited mobility can become more noticeable and may interfere with daily activities and holiday preparations.<\/p>\n<p>By visiting a physical therapist before the end of the year, you can learn effective exercises, pain-relief strategies, and mobility techniques to better manage your condition and help prevent it from deteriorating. This allows you to enjoy the holiday season more comfortably.<\/p>\n<p>Moreover, physical therapy can also improve your cardiovascular health, balance, and overall mobility, reducing the risk of future health complications.<\/p>\n<p>External reference on weather and arthritis: \ud83d\udd17 <a href=\"https:\/\/my.clevelandclinic.org\/health\/diseases\/21184-arthritis-and-weather-changes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cleveland Clinic \u2013 Arthritis &amp; Weather Changes<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Learn more about physical therapy for chronic pain: \ud83d\udc49 <a href=\"https:\/\/pdrehab.com\/blog\/chronic-pain-therapy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Physical Therapy for Chronic Pain<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>New Year\u2019s Resolutions and Physical Therapy<\/h2>\n<p>The New Year traditionally brings fresh resolutions and fitness goals. If you\u2019re planning to start a new workout routine, join a gym, or train for a marathon, it is wise to consult a physical therapist beforehand. A therapist can evaluate your movement patterns, flexibility, strength, and previous injuries to design a plan that prepares your body for new physical demands. By addressing issues early, you can prevent them from becoming major setbacks later \u2014 keeping your resolutions on track and helping you stay consistent with your goals.<\/p>\n<p>If you are getting ready for a more active lifestyle, a customized exercise program can be a great starting point: \ud83d\udc49 <a href=\"https:\/\/pdrehab.com\/blog\/functional-training-physical-therapy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Functional Training and Physical Therapy<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Start the New Year Strong<\/h2>\n<p>Overall, visiting a physical therapist before the New Year can set you on the right path toward improved health and well-being. Whether you are looking to prevent injuries, address lingering pain, improve your posture, optimize your athletic performance, or manage a chronic condition, a physical therapist can provide the expert guidance and support you need.<\/p>\n<p>Don\u2019t wait until January to take care of your body \u2014 start your journey toward better health now by scheduling an appointment with a physical therapist. Your body will thank you.<\/p>\n<p><!-- CTA BOX --><\/p>\n<div class=\"cta-box\" style=\"background: #f0f7ff; padding: 18px; border-radius: 10px; margin-top: 25px; border: 1px solid #d9e8ff;\">\n<h2 style=\"font-size: 1.5rem; line-height: 1.3; margin: 0 0 1rem 0; font-weight: 400;\">Take the First Step Toward Better Health<\/h2>\n<p style=\"margin: 0 0 1rem 0;\">Don\u2019t wait for pain or injury to slow you down. Schedule an appointment with our physical therapists and start the New Year feeling stronger, safer, and more confident in your body.<\/p>\n<p><a style=\"display: inline-block; background: #2563eb; color: #fff; padding: 10px 18px; border-radius: 6px; text-decoration: none; font-weight: 600;\" href=\"https:\/\/pdrehab.com\/contact-us\/\">Schedule an Appointment<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Seeing a physical therapist before the New Year can help you save money on treatment, prevent winter injuries, improve posture, and manage chronic conditions.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":75208,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"<p><b>If you suffer from elbow pain longer than seven days, you might have a condition called \u201cgolfer\u2019s elbow\u201d or \u201ctennis elbow\u201d. <\/b><b>Despite its\u2019 names, athletes aren't the only people who develop tennis or golfer\u2019s elbow. <\/b><b>It is very common among construction site workers. Many office workers also complain of elbow pain. The risk increases with age - we are more prone to experience elbow pain and limited mobility after the age of fifty.\u00a0<\/b><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although we do not even notice it, our forearms, wrists, and hands perform thousands of maneuvers every day. If we repeat exactly the same movements for at least two hours a day for months or years, we can develop a condition called tennis elbow or golfer's elbow. And although the name suggests a disease related to the elbow itself, it affects the muscles and tendons surrounding it. Sometimes the pain is caused by irritation of the radial nerve that leads from the neck to the hand. The problem is caused by recurring micro-injuries we suffer on a daily basis. They are unnoticeable but overlapping for years, eventually, lead to abnormal tissue healing. It results in chronic inflammation and degenerative disease of the muscle attachment, manifested by pain in the area of elbows, as well as wrists and hands.<\/span><\/p><p><b>How to distinguish a tennis elbow from a golfer's elbow?<\/b><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tennis elbow is an overuse and muscle strain injury<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. It can be a consequence <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">of the repeated contraction of the forearm muscles that we use to straighten and raise our hands and wrists. The recurrent motions and stress to the tissue may result in a series of tiny tears in the tendons <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">attaching the forearm muscles to the bony prominence at the outside of an elbow <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and results in pain in that area as well as a wrist or a hand. As the name suggests, playing tennis - especially repeated use of the backhand stroke with poor technique - is one of the possible causes of the condition. People who play badminton, squash, ping pong, or practice rowing for several hours a day may also experience elbow pain. Many other common arm motions, not related to sports, can also cause the condition - using plumbing tools, painting, driving screws, cutting up meat. Office workers suffer from that condition as a result of repetitive computer mouse use which leads to the compression of the radial nerve.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Golfer's elbow is a condition similar to a tennis elbow but mainly affects the wrist flexors located at the inner part of the elbow. It can be caused by strong, repeated for long time movements related to work in such professions as construction, plumbing, and carpentry. Sport can also play a role in causing this condition. Lifting weights using the wrong technique, incorrect baseball or softball throwing technique, archery, and javelin throwing can all lead to muscle and tendon problems with that part of the body. People with golfer's elbow pain experience discomfort and pain during internal rotation of the forearm and bending of the wrist and fingers. It is very common for pain to appear when squeezing hands in greeting.<\/span><\/p><p><b>Treatment<\/b><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Treatment begins with avoiding activity that causes pain. it is recommended to take a break from practicing sports and to facilitate the arm at work. Applying cold compresses, taking anti-inflammatory drugs, and using a brace can also relieve the pain. However, if the symptoms persist longer than a week, we should consider seeing a physical therapist who specializes in elbow problems. Kris Krasowski, a physical therapist from PDR Physical Therapy and a specialist in manual therapy with over thirty years of work experience, says: \u201cThe first step of properly conducted rehabilitation is the correct diagnosis. We do not need imaging such as X-rays or ultrasound to diagnose a patient. Our hour-long initial evaluation let us interview and examine a patient, determine the origin of the disorder and implement an appropriate solution. In our years of experience, the Counterstrain manual therapy technique and the Graston technique, in combination with modalities and exercises, are the most effective in treating these conditions. Ultrasound, therapeutic laser, Kinesio taping, and proper workout are excellent complements to advanced manual therapy techniques we use. It is important to remember that we should not try to perform physical therapy on our own. If done incorrectly, it can do more harm than good. I recently treated a gentleman who had developed elbow problems while working as a plumber for many years. He figured it was nothing serious and he decided to work it out on his own. Unfortunately, he hurt himself badly, and instead of taking two to three weeks to heal, it took us almost three months to solve the problem.\"<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Problems in the elbow should not be taken lightly. If started with the first symptoms, professional physical therapy may help avoid more serious issues and long-term treatment in the future. For this reason, even relatively minor pain in this part of the body should be consulted by a specialist.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[41,40],"tags":[1419,2026,1106,2038,1418,1677,2027,1413,2043,2029,2034,2032,2039,2030,2042,1409,2023,1411,1412,2028,2033,2040,2041,2031,2037,1414,644,1745,1408,2036,643,2022,2035,1433,1416,1417,1917,1415,1410,1628,2025,2024],"class_list":["post-73315","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-blog","category-health-tips","tag-arthritis","tag-arthritis-pain","tag-back-pain","tag-chronic-condition-management","tag-chronic-disease","tag-chronic-pain","tag-cold-weather-arthritis","tag-deductible","tag-end-of-year-health-tips","tag-end-of-year-insurance","tag-exercise-program","tag-fitness-resolutions","tag-functional-training","tag-health-insurance-tips","tag-healthy-lifestyle","tag-injury","tag-injury-prevention","tag-insurance","tag-insurance-benefits","tag-insurance-deductible","tag-marathon-training","tag-mobility-and-balance","tag-musculoskeletal-health","tag-new-years-resolutions","tag-orthopedic-physical-therapy","tag-out-of-pocket","tag-pd-rehab","tag-pdr-physical-therapy-wellness-center","tag-physical-therapist","tag-physical-therapist-mount-prospect","tag-physical-therapy","tag-physical-therapy-benefits","tag-physical-therapy-chicago-suburbs","tag-poor-posture","tag-post-surgery-physical-therapy","tag-posture","tag-posture-correction","tag-pre-operation-physical-therapy","tag-sport-injury","tag-wellness","tag-winter-injury-prevention","tag-winter-sports-injuries"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v26.2 (Yoast SEO v27.3) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Why to see a physical therapist? 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