Therapeutic Exercise
Physical therapy interventions are multifaceted with therapeutic exercise being one of the core elements in most plans of care.
The goal of exercise is to improve function through increased strength, endurance, flexibility, and blood flow. Patient's often find that improvements in these factors decreases pain and restore function.
Therapeutic exercise encompasses a vast array of methods and techniques including resistive bands or weights, stretching, walking, cycling, and many other activities.
The type of exercise and the right amount can be determined by a physical therapist based on a thorough evaluation. The therapist will gradually modify the program over time to produce the desired results (i.e. walk 2 miles without heel pain).