New Prague resident Bob Scripture talks with John Masberg, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, about his experience as a patient at Mayo Clinic Health System after suffering a stroke.
Physical therapy helps patients of all ages reduce pain and improve or restore mobility — in many cases without surgery. It often reduces the need for long-term use of prescription medications, helping to avoid their negative side effects.
Physical therapy includes treatment and services in the following areas:
Amputee rehabilitation
Back pain
CVA (stroke)
Fall prevention
Gait/balance dysfunction
Joint sprains/strains
Manual therapy such as strain/counter-strain and others
Musculoskeletal dysfunction such as lower back pain, neck pain, etc.
Neurological dysfunction such as MS and Parkinson's
Occupational health including ergonomic recommendations
Pain management
Pediatric physical therapy
Personalized treatment plans to reduce the risk of injury in everyday activities