We all understand that physical therapy helps when someone sprains an ankle or has a sports injury. However, many people aren’t aware of the important role physical therapy plays in your life as you age. Physical therapy can help with daily activities such as meals and bathing, basic bed exercises, and more. Physical therapy increases your strength, endurance, independence, and improves your mood!
San Diego Voyager interviewed Dr. Karl Burris of Live Life Physiotherapy to help patients learn how a physical therapist can help with their medical journey, what to look for in a medical provider, what to expect when meeting with a physical therapist, and more about physical therapy for older adults. This is a great read whether you are looking for ways to maintain your own independence, or looking to help a friend or family member.
Conclusion
A physical therapist is an integral component to maintaining your independence as you age. In our current healthcare system, you need to be assertive and proactive. Establish a relationship with a physical therapist to make sure you are doing everything you can to prolong the aging process. If you are dealing with pain or mobility limitations, an outpatient physical therapy clinic like Live Life Physiotherapy in Santee can help.
About Live Life Physiotherapy
Live Life Physiotherapy is an outpatient physical therapy clinic in Santee, CA. We serve Santee, El Cajon, La Mesa, Lakeside, and the surrounding East County communities. We are in-network with Medicare and can submit Out-of-Network claims for PPOs. Our benefits team checks for eligibility so there are no surprise bills.
