Extremity & Joint Care
Pain and dysfunction in the upper and lower extremities can have many causes. Sports or work-related injuries, overuse and/or trauma from an accident are just some of the possibilities.
Upper extremities and joints such as shoulders are subject to torn muscles and ligaments from misuse, impingement and trauma. The rotator cuff is particularly vulnerable to strains and tears. Frozen shoulder is another common condition. Further down the arm, elbow tendonitis and carpal tunnel syndrome in the wrists can occur.
In the lower extremities, the knees are vulnerable to torn ACL ligaments and collateral ligaments that help stabilize the joint in motion. The ankles and Achilles tendons are other common extremities prone to injury. People with such injuries often need orthopedic surgery and/or effective, comprehensive rehabilitation.
Perhaps you need rehab after an orthopedic surgical procedure such as a knee or shoulder repair or a total joint replacement for the shoulder, hip or knee. Many people have had total joint replacements. In fact, over 500,000 total joint replacements are now performed in America every year. Joint pain can also be caused by progressive conditions such as arthritis.
That’s where Summit Physical Therapy’s patient-centered therapists come in. They are highly trained in rapid return to work, hobbies and sports while protecting the integrity of your surgical repair. Some of the postsurgical challenges treated at Summit Physical Therapy include:
- Rotator cuff repair (open or arthroscopic)
- Shoulder impingement & labral tears
- ACL, MCL, LCL, PCL, & meniscus reconstruction
- Total joint replacement (shoulder, hip & knee)
- Spinal laminectomy, discectomy & fusion
- Carpal tunnel release
- Tennis elbow surgery
- Achilles & other tendon repair
- Plantar fasciitis
At Summit Physical Therapy, we know exactly how to treat these conditions with the most effective manual therapy techniques available. These include myofascial release, soft-tissue mobilization and other physical therapy techniques. We also offer state-of-the-art treatment devices to decrease pain and inflammation.
Whether you’ve had an injury, surgery to correct a painful extremity condition or a total joint replacement, our expert physical therapists can help.
Summit Physical Therapy has established itself as an exceptional facility because of our well-trained staff, advanced technology and individualized care. We care about each patient’s success, and we’re dedicated to helping them achieve their goals.
Please visit our
Patient Education Library to learn more about extremety & joint care or call Summit Physical Therapy today at 972-732-7797.