Acute and chronic pain can make every day a struggle, but with expert care from the team at Boston Pain Clinic in Hyde Park, Massachusetts, you can start to regain mobility and find relief with pain management solutions. The sooner you start physical therapy, the easier it is to prevent your pain from getting worse or turning into a chronic problem. To schedule an appointment, call the office or use the online booking feature today.
Many people believe in pushing through their pain, but that’s not always the best approach. In many cases, early physical therapy goes a long way toward relieving your pain and restoring function without needing powerful pain medications.
Acute pain begins when you suffer an injury or illness. While this type of pain can be severe, it should last less than a few months or go away when the underlying problem heals.
The initial treatment for acute pain often includes passive or active physical therapy. Starting physical therapy as early as possible lowers your risk of acute pain turning into chronic pain.
Chronic pain lasts at least 3-6 months or persists long after the injury heals. Chronic pain doesn’t respond well to medication. As a result, physical therapy is often the first treatment for chronic pain.
You should also start physical therapy early for chronic pain. Without treatment, ongoing pain changes your central nervous system. As a result, your nerves become more sensitive, and your pain increases.
The team at Boston Pain Clinic uses many modalities that relieve acute and chronic pain by:
Physical therapy isn’t a temporary, quick fix. Rather, the goal of your treatment is to alleviate pain over time and improve your long-term functioning.
Your therapist at Boston Pain Clinic takes the time to understand your pain and its underlying cause. Then they develop a pain management plan that fits your physical ability and works toward your personal goals.
Physical therapists offer a variety of treatments or modalities, including:
Manual therapy is a foundational part of pain management. Your manual therapy may include:
Dry needling uses a thin needle to release trigger points.
Movement-based activities include stretching and exercises to improve your range of motion and strength. The type of exercise varies, depending on your needs, but Boston Pain Clinic is equipped to accommodate each individual’s needs.
Don’t wait to seek pain management solutions. Call Boston Pain Clinic or request an appointment online today.