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What type of physical therapy is used for arthritis pain?
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Many: Heat and or ice is used for this. Gentle range of motion exercises is used. One may need limited splinting. Orthotics may be used. Occupational therapy may be needed to assist with activities of daily living. There are helps to limit the pain of stress and strain on painful joints. There my be electrical therapy with medications driven into tissues and joints. See your pcp or rheumatologist.
Answered 9/28/2016
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See below: Range of motion, ultrasound, paraffin, aquatic therapy.
Answered 4/28/2013
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Therapeutic exercise: Stabilize and reduce pain in the joint by strengthening surrounding structures. Modalities can provide short-term relief but long-term therapeutic exercise and weight loss are best.
Answered 8/26/2013
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