Physical Therapy

At the Denver Spine and Pain Institute, we are a group of highly educated and skilled Physical Therapists and Physical Therapist Assistants who specialize in working with the spine as well as a wide variety of other conditions. Whether you are recovering from a knee or ankle injury, have back pain, or are an athlete with a shoulder injury, we are here to help.

The foundation of your treatment begins with thoroughly understanding the source of your pain. At your initial evaluation, we will perform an exam to better understand the source of your pain, and any secondary issues that may be present, then collaborate with you to design a treatment plan tailored to meet your specific goals. We take into account your lifestyle and schedule, as well as your goals for getting back to enjoying life. Typically, physical therapy includes a combination of therapeutic exercise and manual therapy. However, we may recommend other treatment approaches based on your specific condition and preferences.

Your experience in physical therapy may include:

• Therapeutic exercise – Specific exercises are taught to correct imbalances in strength, address posture, and improve dysfunctional movement patterns. In addition to learning exercises in the clinic, we will also give you guidance on what exercises to do at home to get the most out of physical therapy between sessions.
• Manual therapy – Advanced hands-on techniques will be used to release restrictions in your muscles and surrounding connective tissues. Manual therapy can include massage techniques as well as joint mobilizations, in which we apply specific pressures to release restrictions in your joints.
• Balance training – Balance does become more challenging as you get older, but few people realize that an ankle injury or back pain can also create problems with balance. In most cases, physical therapy can help with this.
• Dry needling and cupping – These and/or other techniques may also be used to decrease pain, release muscle tension, and improve the way you move.

Physical therapy is considered a conservative approach and research has shown that it has the potential to help many patients prevent the need for more invasive interventions, such as surgery. Physical therapy can also decrease or eliminate the need for medications in many patients. At The Denver Spine and Pain Institute you may undergo physical therapy alone or in conjunction with procedures offered by our medical team, such as diagnostics, medication or various types of injections targeted at decreasing pain, reducing inflammation, or regenerating tissue. This is a coordinated effort between you, your physical therapy team, and your medical team.

Excellent Comprehensive Care

At the Denver Spine and Pain Institute, we understand how pain can negatively impact your rehabilitation efforts. Our team is committed to providing you with the tools necessary to enjoy your favorite activities and perform routine daily activities with ease. Our goal is to help you live life to the fullest once again.

Our Connected Care Approach™ is specifically designed to get you back to enjoying life faster. This approach involves:

• A full spectrum of care, including physicians, physical therapy treatments, massage, diet and lifestyle coaching, behavioral health services, research trials, and the latest technologies in treatments
• Developing individualized care plans that address your unique needs
• Discussing options and fostering caring and therapeutic relationships with our team to provide you with the best possible treatment
• Providing guidance from a dedicated healthcare partner and coordinating your care with an experienced team