When rheumatoid arthritis (RA) flares, a reduced range of movement might be one of the most challenging symptoms next to pain. REPAIR SI provides rheumatoid arthritis physical therapy to help people move more comfortably. We can provide physical therapy techniques that may make movement easier for you. Our licensed physical therapists can treat acute or chronic pain from a temporary flare or long-term inflammation, too.
What can you do to improve movement?
You can take advantage of what local professionals have to offer. Your primary care doctor or rheumatologist may prescribe medication or recommend over-the-counter medications or supplements. They may recommend lifestyle changes. You can build a regimen around your doctor’s treatment recommendations, which may leave plenty of room for physical therapy.
You can take a more comprehensive approach to treatment by working with a physical therapist:
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Practice gentle physical therapy exercises.
You can decide on goals, like reducing pain or increasing flexibility, with your physical therapist. They can come up with a customized treatment plan to increase your comfort and mobility.
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Book an appointment for pain-targeting treatment.
Medication-free pain treatments are available to make living with rheumatoid arthritis easier. You can come to REPAIR SI for a treatment like cupping or shockwave therapy. We offer a variety of treatments to reduce pain.
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Schedule a manual therapy session.
Manual therapy is a gentle, massage-like treatment provided by a physical therapist. They can use careful techniques to stretch and soothe stiff, inflamed joints affected by rheumatoid arthritis. They can also ease the neck or back tension that may come from living with stressful chronic pain.
Move past a rheumatoid arthritis flare-up with help from REPAIR SI
RA can leave you feeling frozen with stiff joints. That sensation is challenging to overcome, but treatment from REPAIR SI can help. Adding rheumatoid arthritis physical therapy to your treatment regimen may help you move more easily, with greater mobility and less pain. You can make a smoother transition back to the activities and lifestyle that you enjoy, and support your future health.
Contact our team today for more information or to schedule an initial appointment.