Physical Therapy First: A First Line of Defense for Pain, Recovery, and Injury Prevention-Physical Therapy First

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The video features a speaker who is the founder of Elite Integrated Therapy Centers. They highlight the importance of physical therapy as the first line of treatment and emphasize the benefits of early intervention. The speaker discusses how physical therapy can save costs compared to expensive medical imaging tests, like MRIs, and improve recovery time. They address common misconceptions about physical therapy and emphasize the use of various treatments, including hands-on techniques and dry needling.<br /><br />The speaker also shares anecdotes about a neurosurgeon who referred patients to physical therapy before considering surgery and a patient who was able to avoid surgery through physical therapy for a disc herniation. They stress the importance of active patient involvement and a team approach involving physical therapists, doctors, and pain management specialists.<br /><br />Other topics covered include the multifaceted nature of pain and how mindset and visual imagery can impact it, as well as insurance issues and the potential benefits of eliminating co-pays for physical therapy. The video touches on the use of various tools and techniques in physical therapy, such as manipulation and exercise.<br /><br />Overall, the video underlines physical therapy as a non-surgical and non-opioid option for managing pain and promoting overall well-being.

Keywords

founder

Elite Integrated Therapy Centers

physical therapy

early intervention

cost-saving

MRIs

recovery time

misconceptions

hands-on techniques

dry needling

surgery

disc herniation

active patient involvement

team approach

pain management