Stiff joints, aching pain, and difficulty getting out of bed do not have to define your day. Comprehensive Physical Therapy is here to help you get your joints moving again.
Do you have stiff joints when you wake up? Is it difficult to get out of bed? Even if your symptoms improve throughout the day, you may still have arthritis. Finding relief can be a lifelong quest for many people as they grow older.
Arthritis is a very common condition that causes joint pain and inflammation. Many people put off seeking professional help for aching joints for far too long. At Comprehensive Physical Therapy, we assist patients in Metairie and Mandeville with treatment plans designed to reduce pain, improve mobility, and support the activities that matter most to them.
Our approach begins with a thorough evaluation of the joints involved, your symptoms, medical history, and everyday movement needs.
Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis can affect a single joint or multiple joints at the same time. Understanding the type of arthritis involved helps guide your care.
Osteoarthritis is the most common type of arthritis. It occurs when cartilage in the joints wears down due to aging, injury, or overuse.
Past sports injuries and repetitive movements at work can contribute to osteoarthritis. Obesity may also increase the likelihood of developing it because of the additional strain placed on the joints.
Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease in which the immune system attacks the joints. It can cause stiffness, edema, and pain and, if left untreated, may result in irreversible joint injury and deformity.
RA often affects the same joints on opposing sides of the body. It is more common in women than in men and may make exercise or work painful.
Physical therapy is one of the most effective treatments for arthritic pain. A licensed physical therapist at Comprehensive Physical Therapy will examine you to determine which joints are involved and identify the exercises and strategies that can help you stay active in your regular life.
Your arthritis therapy is tailored to your specific needs. Simple, focused workouts can improve range of motion, flexibility, and overall function. We also teach you how to avoid future joint injuries and how to use self-rehabilitation exercises between visits.
Our goal is to help manage your pain while supporting faster healing and longer-term results through one-on-one guidance and a clear plan for recovery.
Targeted exercise and movement strategies are selected to improve joint range of motion, flexibility, and everyday function.
Focused workouts help support the joints involved so you can move with more confidence during daily activities.
Learn self-rehabilitation exercises and practical ways to protect your joints as you return to the life you enjoy.
Arthritis pain does not have to take over your life. Our team treats every patient with care, compassion, and understanding while helping restore freedom of movement.
Your arthritis plan may include evidence-based treatments that support pain relief, mobility, and strength.
Individualized care designed to reduce pain, improve mobility, and help you return to the activities you love.
Hands-on techniques may be used as part of a personalized plan to address stiffness and improve movement.
Focused exercise can help improve flexibility, range of motion, function, and supportive strength.