All OACM and PT OFFICES will be CLOSING EARLY Friday, December, 9th for our Holiday Party.
Both of our OACM After Hours locations will be CLOSED Friday December, 9th for the event.
Thank you!

Orthopaedic Associates of Central Maryland
(410) 644-1880(855) 4MD-BONE
MENUMENU
  • Menu
        • Physicians
        • Physician Assistants
        • Physical Therapists
        • + OACM After Hours
        • Careers
          • Pay Your Bill
          • Patient Portal
          • Schedule an Appointment
        • Specialties
        • Conditions & Treatments
        • Services
        • For Our Patients
        • OACM News
        • Patient Education
        • Testimonials
        • Locations
        • Contact Us
  • Home
  • Physicians
  • CRNPs/PAs
  • Physical Therapists
  • Specialties
  • Conditions & Treatments
  • Services
  • + OACM After Hours
  • For Our Patients
  • OACM News
  • Patient Education
  • Testimonials
  • Locations
  • Contact Us
  • Careers
  • Pay Your Bill
  • Schedule an Appointment
  • Patient Portal

Just another iHealthSpot WP02 site

Therapy for Elderly Orthopedic Patients

May 3, 2019

elderly orthopedic patients

Elderly patients recovering from orthopedic surgery can greatly benefit from physical therapy. Studies show that physical therapy helps with pain management and speeds up the healing process and helps with restoring strength, function, balance, and coordination.

If you are recovering from an illness or injury of bones, joints, muscles, tendons, or ligaments, a physical therapist trained in orthopedic physical therapy can help you return to normal life more quickly than without PT.

Physical Therapy for Elderly Orthopedic Patients

Physical therapy builds strength, improves balance, and restores function and flexibility to the joints. It is especially beneficial for seniors for it teaches them how to avoid falls, which is the number one cause of injury in the elderly. A physical therapy regimen also alleviates pain experienced by elderly orthopedic patients and lessens the need for prescription pain relievers.

Physical therapy for the elderly includes walking and stretching exercises, massages, hot and cold compress, and the application of electrical stimulation. The goal of physical therapy for elderly orthopedic patients is to help them achieve mobility so that they may be able to move independently. Under the guidance of a physical therapist, an elderly orthopedic patient learns the best physical rehabilitation exercises for their condition. In addition, a physical therapist can provide information and guidance about the best assistive devices. This allows older patients to know what is safe and unsafe and learn how to configure their homes for greater accessibility, to avoid injury and accidents, and for a faster recovery.

After regular visits to a physical therapy facility, elderly orthopedic patients will be able to apply PT techniques at home, which can provide a sense of independence and control.

Finding a Physical Therapist for Elderly Orthopedic Patients

Not all physical therapists are experienced in the rehabilitation of elderly orthopedic patients. Not all are trained in physical therapy specific to your orthopedic condition. A large orthopedic practice is more likely to have a highly trained team of physical therapists who offer physical rehabilitation services. Ultimately, you will want to choose a highly trained physical therapist attuned to your specific orthopedic needs.

Physical Therapist in Central Maryland

Our team of licensed physical therapists at Orthopaedic Associates of Central Maryland understands the unique physical therapy needs of each patient. It is why we offer individualized treatment plans to help patients, such as the elderly, achieve mobility and independent functioning.

For your physical therapy needs, feel free to visit us at any of our state-of-the-art physical therapy facilities in Catonsville, Columbia, Eldersburg, and Ellicott City, Maryland.

Our physical therapy services include:

  • Core stability training
  • Gait and balance training
  • Joint mobilization
  • Myofascial release
  • Neuromuscular reeducation
  • Postural education
  • Pre- and post-surgical rehabilitation
  • Manual and instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM)
  • Therapeutic exercise
  • Vasopneumatic compression

To learn more about physical therapy for elderly orthopedic patients, call Orthopaedic Associates of Central Maryland at (410) 644-1880 or request an appointment online.

Filed Under: Orthopedics Tagged With: chronic pain, Orthopaedic Associates of Central Maryland, orthopedic doctors, orthopedics, Orthopedist

Primary Sidebar

Blog Main Page

Recent Posts

  • When Does Knee Pain Warrant a Visit to the Doctor?
  • Common Sports Injuries: Treatment Options
  • Shoulder Surgery Pain Relief: Tips for a Quick Recovery
  • Physical Therapy Exercises for Knee Pain
  • Sports Injuries in Baltimore, MD: Four Tips for a Safe Skiing Adventure

Categories

March 2023
M T W T F S S
 12345
6789101112
13141516171819
20212223242526
2728293031  
« Feb    

Archives

Tags

arthritis Back Pain best orthopedic doctor near me chronic pain Foot and ankle specialist near me Foot and Ankle Surgery Foot Care foot pain hip hip pain hip replacement Injuries joint pain Joint Replacement Joint Replacement Surgery knee pain Knee pain treatment near me Knee Replacement low back pain treatment near me Neck Pain Orthopaedic Associates of Central Maryland Orthopaedic Surgeon orthopedic care near me orthopedic clinic near me Orthopedic Doctor near me orthopedic doctors orthopedics orthopedic surgeon orthopedic surgeon near me orthopedic surgeons Baltimore Orthopedist pain Physical Medicine physical therapy Physical therapy near me Plantar Fasciitis treatment near me Podiatrist Sciatica Pain shoulder shoulder joint shoulder pain Sports injuries sports injury Baltimore sports injury treatment near me sports medicine doctor near me

Footer

  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • Youtube
  • Blog
  • instagram
  • Accessibility Statement
  • Non Discrimination Policy
  • Sitemap
  • Privacy Policy
  • Billing Disclosures
Copyright ©
Orthopaedic Associates of Central Maryland.
All rights reserved.
iHealthspot Medical Website Design and Medical Marketing by iHealthSpot.com

Orthopaedic Associates of Central Maryland in Baltimore, Catonsville, Columbia and Eldersburg serves the nearby communities of Annapolis, Washington DC and Montgomery County. Our orthopedic surgeons, podiatrist, physical medicine and rehabilitation doctor, and physical therapists specialize in arthroscopic surgery, minimally invasive procedures, joint replacement, sports medicine, and onsite diagnostic imagery, outpatient surgery, and physical therapy rehabilitation providing pain relief from sciatica, carpal tunnel syndrome, foot pain, knee pain, hip replacement, shoulder impingement, cubital tunnel syndrome and more.

  Request an Appointment

  • Pay Your Bill
  • Patient Portal
  • Schedule an Appointment
  • Home
  • Physicians
  • CRNP/PAs
  • Physical Therapists
  • Specialties
  • Conditions & Treatments
  • Services
  • + OACM After Hours
  • For Our Patients
  • OACM News
  • Patient Education
  • Testimonials
  • Locations
  • Contact Us
  • Careers