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Integrating Manual Therapy with Active Rehab

January 08, 20251 min read

Integrating Manual Therapy with Active Rehab
The Perfect Match: Combining Manual Therapy with Active Rehab for Lasting Results

Introduction

If you’re tired of short-term fixes for chronic pain or injuries, it’s time to explore the synergy between manual therapy and active rehabilitation. This blog dives into why this combination is the gold standard for effective recovery.

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What is Manual Therapy? Manual therapy includes hands-on techniques like joint mobilizations, soft tissue massage, and stretching to address pain and movement restrictions.

What is Active Rehab? Active rehab focuses on strengthening and retraining muscles through exercises tailored to your condition.

Why the Combination Works

  1. Addresses the Root Cause: Manual therapy relieves pain, while active rehab fixes underlying imbalances.

  2. Faster Recovery: Reduces downtime by promoting quicker healing.

  3. Long-Term Benefits: Prevents reinjury by improving strength and mobility.

Who Benefits Most?

  • Post-surgical patients rebuilding strength.

  • Athletes recovering from sprains or strains.

  • Active adults managing chronic pain or stiffness.

Advanced Movement Therapy offers both manual therapy and active rehab together to give you the best comprehensive recovery plan possible. Have him create a program that’s right for you.

North Jersey's Premier Physical Therapy Specialist

Dr. Jared

North Jersey's Premier Physical Therapy Specialist

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