Although there are many outlets for physical
therapy, Chicago Podiatric Surgeons focuses specifically
on the lower extremities – in other words, everything
below the knee. This allows CPS therapists to become experts
in treating the needs of CPS patients. It also allows the
in-house physical therapy department to stock resistance
and range of motion equipment designed specifically for the
foot, ankle, and lower extremity instead of relying on “general
purpose” therapy equipment.
CPS therapists work directly with
podiatric physicians to develop specialized treatment plans.
This maximizes therapeutic goals and helps patients understand
and observe how physical therapy helps improve their condition,
and ultimately leads to better patient results. Massage therapy,
therapeutic ultrasound, iontophoresis, electro-stimulation,
range of motion exercises, and balance training are all common
therapeutic modalities used in physical therapy.
Massage therapy can stimulate muscles and tendons
and increase blood flow that may help speed healing. Scar
tissue massage may also help reduce pain. Therapeutic massage
should not be confused with relaxation types of massage although
many patients do find the therapy to be an enjoyable experience.
Rest assured you are in good hands with the in-house physical
therapy department and on-staff licensed massage therapist.
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