Physical therapy

Physical Therapy

Pain Management at IntelliHealthPlus Clinic in Bangkok

A specialized healthcare profession focused on restoring movement, enhancing function, and promoting overall well-being. Whether you’re recovering from an injury, managing a chronic condition, or seeking to optimize your physical performance, our team of dedicated physical therapists is here to guide you on your journey to improved mobility and quality of life. Explore the following sections to understand the role of physical therapy, its benefits, and how it can empower you to reach your full potential.

Chronic pain management program help people affected by injury, illness or disability through movement and exercise, manual therapy, education and advice.

They maintain health for people of all ages, helping patients to manage pain and prevent disease. The profession helps to encourage development and facilitate recovery, enabling people to stay in work while helping them remain independent for as long as possible.

A science-based profession and takes a ‘whole person’ approach to health and wellbeing, which includes the patient’s general lifestyle. At the core is the patient’s involvement in their own care, through education, awareness, empowerment and participation in their treatment.

The primary goal of physical therapy is to optimize physical function and quality of life. Physical therapists work closely with patients to develop individualized treatment plans that address their unique needs and goals. These plans often involve a combination of exercises, manual therapy techniques, modalities, and patient education.

Benefits of Physical Therapy:

Physical therapy is beneficial for individuals of all ages and can help with various conditions. You can benefit from therapy at any time in your life. Helps with back pain or sudden injury, managing long-term medical condition such as asthma, and in preparing for childbirth or a sporting event. Also to improve a range of conditions associated with different systems of the body, such as:

Neurological (stroke, multiple sclerosis,
Parkinson’s)
Neuromusculoskeletal (back pain, whiplash associated disorder, sports injuries, arthritis)
Cardiovascular (chronic heart disease, rehabilitation after heart attack)
Respiratory (asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, cystic fibrosis).

Common reasons for seeking physical therapy include:

Sports injuries
Back and Neck pain, Joint replacements
Rehabilitation after surgeries
Stroke Recovery
Balance and gait disorders
Rehabilitation from accidents or traumatic injuries.

The Physical Therapy Process:

During a physical therapy session, the therapist may perform hands-on techniques to mobilize joints, relieve pain, and improve tissue flexibility. They may also prescribe specific exercises to strengthen muscles, improve range of motion, and enhance coordination and balance. In addition, physical therapists may use modalities such as heat, cold, electrical stimulation, ultrasound, or laser therapy to help manage pain and promote tissue healing.

One crucial aspect of physical therapy is patient education. Physical therapists empower their patients by providing them with knowledge about their condition, teaching them self-care techniques, and offering guidance on injury prevention and healthy lifestyle habits. This education equips patients with the tools to take an active role in their own recovery and long-term well-being.