This week, in our most recent physiotherapy in the news feature, we referenced the integration of physiotherapy in hospital ERs. The motivation for this call-to-action is steeped in the benefits of early intervention. The medical industry has recognized the importance, but for the general public to also realize the advantages more must be done to educate the masses. Please read below to learn more about why you and those in your household should book an appointment for early intervention physical therapy near you, today.
Why Early Intervention Physical Therapy is Essential to Achieving Optimal Health and Wellness
Waiting Increases Risk of Injury Aggravation
Do you currently suffer from some form of pain, discomfort, or compromised mobility? If persistent, most people probably know to see a physiotherapist, but if occasional there is an urge to put off making an appointment. Sound familiar? You do yourself a disservice in waiting, because doing so significantly increases the odds that you will aggravate your injury. If you do, it may worsen and make a mountain of what should have been a molehill. This is how acute injuries become chronic ones. Early intervention can prevent that from happening.
Waiting Lengthens Recovery Time
When you wait to see a physiotherapist and subsequently aggravate an injury, you effectively add to the types of services required (i.e. massage therapy, laser therapy, chiropractic work, etc.) to correct your worsened ailment. This also increases the number of sessions required for recovery, and logically increases the length of recovery time. An injury that could have taken 2-months of physiotherapy (if addressed early) can quickly expand to 6-months recovery time or more. Take action today to mitigate the risk of lengthened recovery time.
Can Identify Other Underlying Concerns, Early
Not every physical pain, discomfort, or mobility issue is connected to a strain, fracture, or tear. There are times where these are symptoms of medical conditions that need to be addressed by a physician. A physiotherapist can identify this before the issue escalates. And f the issue is connected to a medical condition, the physiotherapist will be there to assist in a multi-disciplinary plan prescribed by your doctor and physiotherapist in union.
Can Actually Save You Money
You may hesitate to see a physiotherapist due to concerns over expense. Even if you’re covered by insurance and direct billing, you may not want to “use up” your covered visits. Whatever the case may be, you’re not doing your bank account or policy allowance any favors by waiting. The reasons above explain it all. By seeing a physiotherapy early, before you aggravate an existing injury, extend recovery time, and/or leave an ailment unchecked, you generally reduce your number of session requirements in the future.
EARLY INTERVENTION PHYSIOTHERAPY FOR GREATER BURNABY BC AREA:
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