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Lordosis is an excessive inward curve of the lower back, often called "swayback."

Treatment with Physical Therapy:
 

• Strengthening exercises: To target the core and lower back muscles.
• Stretching: To improve flexibility in the hip flexors and lower back.
• Postural correction: To promote better spinal alignment and reduce strain.
• Manual therapy: To relieve pain and improve movement in some cases. Physical therapy helps alleviate pain and restore proper posture.

Physical therapy helps alleviate pain and restore proper posture.

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Kyphosis is an abnormal forward curvature of the upper spine, often causing a "hunchback" appearance.

Treatment with Physical Therapy:
 

• Strengthening exercises: To strengthen the upper back and shoulder muscles.
• Stretching: To improve flexibility in the chest and hip areas.
• Postural training: To encourage proper spine alignment and reduce the curve.
• Breathing exercises: To improve lung function and posture.

Physical therapy can help alleviate pain, improve posture, and prevent further progression of the curve.

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Foot deformities are abnormal shapes or positions of the feet, such as bunions, flat feet, or hammertoes.

Treatment with Physical Therapy:
 

• Strengthening exercises: To improve muscle support and alignment.
• Stretching: To improve flexibility and relieve tension in the feet and calves.
• Foot orthotics: Custom insoles may be recommended to support proper foot alignment.
• Manual therapy: To improve mobility and relieve pain.

Physical therapy helps improve function, reduce pain, and prevent further deformities.

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Lower extremity deformity refers to abnormal shapes or alignment issues in the legs, hips, knees, or feet, such as bowlegs, knock knees, or hip dysplasia.

Treatment with Physical Therapy:
 

• Strengthening exercises: To improve muscle support around the affected joints.
• Stretching: To improve flexibility in the legs, hips, and lower back.
• Postural correction: To promote proper alignment and movement patterns.
• Manual therapy: To alleviate pain and improve joint mobility.

Physical therapy helps restore function, reduce pain, and prevent further deformities.

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Sports massage is a type of massage therapy focused on improving athletic performance, preventing injuries, and aiding recovery by targeting muscles and soft tissues.

Treatment with Physical Therapy:
 

• Sports massage techniques: Combined with stretching and strengthening exercises to improve flexibility and reduce muscle tension.
• Recovery: Aids in faster healing of soft tissue injuries and reduces muscle soreness.
• Posture and alignment: Helps improve posture and movement patterns for better performance.

Physical therapy with sports massage helps enhance performance, prevent injury, and speed up recovery.

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Medical massage is a therapeutic approach that uses massage techniques to treat specific medical conditions, such as chronic pain, injury, or muscle tension.

Treatment with Physical Therapy:
 

• Targeted massage techniques: To reduce pain, inflammation, and muscle tightness.
• Strengthening exercises: To improve muscle function and prevent recurrence of issues.
• Stretching and mobility exercises: To enhance flexibility and range of motion.
• Postural correction: To improve alignment and prevent further problems.

Medical massage combined with physical therapy helps manage pain, promote healing, and improve movement.

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Relaxation massage is a gentle massage aimed at reducing stress, promoting relaxation, and relieving tension in the muscles.

Treatment with Physical Therapy:
 

• Relaxation techniques: Use of soothing massage strokes to reduce muscle tension and stress.
• Breathing exercises: To enhance relaxation and improve circulation.
• Stretching: To improve flexibility and relieve tightness.
• Pain relief: Helps manage mild pain and promote relaxation of overworked muscles.

Relaxation massage combined with physical therapy promotes overall relaxation, stress reduction, and can help with minor muscle pain relief.

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Cupping therapy involves placing glass or silicone cups on the skin to create suction. This suction draws blood to the area, helping to improve circulation, relieve muscle tension, and reduce pain and inflammation. It’s often used in traditional medicine practices like Chinese medicine and is known for promoting relaxation and healing. 

Treatment with Physical Therapy:
 

• Pain relief: To alleviate discomfort and inflammation in targeted areas.
• Muscle relaxation: To release tightness and enhance flexibility.
• Blood flow stimulation: To encourage nutrient delivery and accelerate recovery.
• Detoxification: To help remove toxins and support overall wellness.

 

Cupping therapy promotes improved circulation, muscle relaxation, and pain relief. It enhances the healing process by targeting muscle tension, reducing inflammation, and supporting recovery, making it a beneficial addition to a comprehensive treatment plan for pain management and rehabilitation.

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Corrective physiotherapy with the Schroth method is a specialized approach for treating scoliosis, focusing on individualized exercises to improve posture, strengthen muscles, and reduce spinal curvature.

Treatment with Physical Therapy:
 

• Targeted exercises: Customized movements to correct spinal alignment and improve posture.
• Breathing techniques: To enhance lung function and support spinal correction.
• Strengthening: Focus on core and back muscles to support the spine.
• Spinal mobilization: To improve flexibility and reduce pain.

The Schroth method, combined with physical therapy, helps manage scoliosis by improving posture, reducing curvature, and enhancing functional movement.