Restore Range of Motion with Physical Therapy

Dealing with a decreased range of motion (ROM) can be frustrating. As a result, you cannot do the things you love or live your life the way you want. Yet, there is hope. At Life Force Chiropractic in Glen Burnie, MD, we have a team of highly skilled physical therapists who can help you regain your ROM and improve your quality of life. We also have a state-of-the-art facility with the latest technology and equipment to help you reach your goals. But, before we get into how we can help you, let's first look at ROM and its causes.

What Is Range of Motion?

ROM is the measurement of the distance and direction that a joint can move. It is determined by the type of joints and the muscles, tendons, and ligaments around the joint. Our chiropractor or physical therapist will measure a person's ROM to help diagnose a problem or track their progress after an injury.

What Causes a Decreased Range of Motion?

If you are experiencing a decreased range of motion, it is essential to see a chiropractor or physical therapist find out the cause to get the proper treatment. Many factors can cause a decrease in ROM, including:

• Arthritis
• Joint stiffness
• Muscle tightness
• Inflammation
• Scar tissue
• Nerve damage

How Can Physical Therapy Help?

Our physical therapist is trained to recognize the issues settled within the body. We can help you feel lasting relief from years of study and practice. When you're facing a reduction in mobility, physical therapy can help in many ways, including;

Flexibility

One of the main goals of therapy is to improve your flexibility and mobility. Our physical therapist can work with stretching exercises to target tight muscles and joints.

Balance

If you have trouble with balance, your therapist can work on exercises to help improve this. In addition, they may use special equipment, such as a balance board, to help you.

Range of Motion

The ultimate goal of therapy is to help restore your range of motion and get back to your normal activities. This restoration is done through stretching, strengthening, and balance exercises.

Let's Help You Get Back to Living Your Life

If you are dealing with a decreased range of motion, the team at Life Force Chiropractic can help you regain your ROM and improve your quality of life. We serve patients in Glen Burnie, MD, and the surrounding areas. Contact us today at (410) 760-4141 to schedule an appointment.