Hands-on care to relieve pain, restore movement, and help you get back to the life you enjoy.
Do you have pain due to an injury, illness, or surgery? If you are having trouble recovering from an injury or surgery, manual therapy may be an excellent solution. This treatment method can help alleviate pain and improve movement.
At Comprehensive Physical Therapy, manual therapy is a safe, hands-on technique physical therapists use to move stiff joints and soft tissue. It can help with edema, restriction, joint mobilization, and improved mobility. Our team serves patients in Metairie and Mandeville, Louisiana.
Many first-time physical therapy patients expect treatment to be painful or unpleasant. Manual therapy is painless and non-invasive, and it does not require potentially dangerous medications. Many patients see results after just one session.
Comprehensive Physical Therapy uses a variety of therapeutic techniques to relieve pain and help you move with greater ease. Your physical therapist will select techniques based on your evaluation, symptoms, medical history, and goals.
Manual traction uses gentle pressure to one or more body parts, such as the neck and back, to assist soft tissues in regaining their natural mobility.
A physical therapist uses spinal manipulation to assess and improve spinal function. It can also aid in reducing inflammation and enhancing nerve function.
Joint mobilization uses low-velocity pressure to move confined joints and help improve mobility.
Deep pressure techniques and stretching help locate severely restricted areas. Addressing scar tissue and adhesions commonly caused by inflammation or damage can improve healing by increasing blood flow to muscles and soft tissues.
Our physical therapists are medical professionals who understand how the body works. You can expect a private, thorough initial evaluation and a clear plan for recovery tailored to you.
Manual therapy is often part of a broader physical therapy plan designed to reduce pain, improve mobility, and help you return to the activities that matter to you. Comprehensive Physical Therapy’s mission is to provide value by reducing pain, improving mobility, decreasing the need for medications, and assisting in the prevention of or recovery from surgeries.
Jeff Cresson, one of our Doctors of Physical Therapy, has over a decade of experience with chronic pain and extensive manual therapy training from the International Academy of Orthopedic Medicine.
Is restricted range of motion keeping you from your favorite activities? Manual therapy can help you resume a happy, full life. Our compassionate physical therapists are ready to help you get back on your feet and doing what you enjoy.