Treating Complex Pain Conditions
The physical therapists at 麻豆学生精品版's Pain Management Center are trained in treating complex pain conditions. The therapist will evaluate each patient to determine how the pain condition is affecting overall function and develop a plan of care to maximize that function. Physical therapists coordinate with our in-house interdisciplinary team, including physicians and psychologists, to provide care informed by modern pain neuroscience research.
Treatment generally includes education in a home exercise program and self management techniques. Both are designed to allow each patient to move more comfortably during his/her required daily activities allowing for improved activity tolerance and quality of life.
Techniques
Home Exercise Program
A home exercise program typically includes several different practices:
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Diaphragmatic breathing/ Nervous system calming techniques
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Stretching/range of motion exercises
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Cardiovascular exercise
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Trunk stabilization
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Graded exposure to functional activities
Self Management
Self management techniques include the following:
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Posture/positioning
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Body mechanics
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Self massage/trigger point release
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Activity pacing
Additional Treatment Techniques
When appropriate, treatment may also include:
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Manual therapy techniques
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Trigger point dry needling
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Progressive strengthening
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Aquatic therapy referral
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Other physical therapy referral