For a long time, physical therapy has been in a clinical setting and is often associated with fancy equipment and gym like appearances. We have come to expect it and associate quality care with traditional settings. But as the world changes so does healthcare. That is a good thing! This leads to a question many might wonder: “Can you really receive quality physical therapy without equipment?” Well we are here to say yes! You most certainly can! Here is why:
Before we begin
It is important to point out that physical therapy is a broad field and should be tailored appropriately. There are certainly cases where people should use the necessary tools and equipment for their needs. However, overall speaking, the quality physical therapy you receive does not directly corollate with having standardized machines.
Back to the source
Many of the clients that we see and the challenges we witness everyday, require thoughtful planning and evaluation. As an in home PT clinic, we don’t carry a lot of things with us, however, we do carry a broad range of knowledge and experience. It is this expertise that we fall back on and use to best treat and assess our patients. It is also this critical thinking that helps us treat our patients individually and go right to the source of the problems they are facing.
Functionality
The techniques and modalities we utilize are realistic and functional for everyday. We use ordinary objects during our treatment sessions. This is an excellent way for not only us, but the patient as well. They are able to repeat the same exercises we implement which, in the long run, increases patient compliance and optimum results. This is one of the reasons why in home therapy is so effective and long lasting.
Simplified Approach
Because we are not focused on performance training, such as PT for athletes, we can focus more on education and other techniques. Education is the foundation to helping our clients understand the condition they have and how treatment affects them. Throughout all session, we inform clients on all of the relevant information that will help them. Knowledge is a integral part to getting patients back to living a more normal and comfortable life. This, combined with the exercises we give them, lays the foundation for lasting results.
Treatment:
Many of our clients don’t require a lot of strenuous resistance exercises. They might already be fairly strong or not need to focus solely on strength training. Oftentimes, simple exercises with light resistance, such as a TheraBand, is enough to see desired results. As we mentioned earlier, compliance and the ability to replicate exercises goes a long way during and after treatment. Exercises performed at home everyday can frequently have the same results it normally would at a clinic a couple times a week.
Conclusion
While we often associate physical therapy with a traditional clinic, more and more are choosing alternative options. That is great! People should have that freedom to choose what best suits them and receive quality physical therapy. There are many reasons why in home therapy can be a great option for you!
If you want to find out more about how we can help you, give us a call 302-304-9729. You can also fill out our Contact form. We would be happy to answer any questions. We cover the areas of New Castle County DE and Delaware County PA.
In Delaware County, Pennsylvania, we serve: Glen Mills, Boothwyn, Chester, Media, Newtown Square, Garnet Valley, Concordville, Aston, Broomall, Springfield, just to name a few.
