There is nothing more frustrating than chronic pain. While acute pain is difficult enough, we understand that chronic pain is a different problem altogether, and it can devastate your life. Out of necessity, people with chronic pain and Fibromyalgia usually limit activity and adopt abnormal postures and walking behaviors that can decondition their bodies. This can result in muscle and soft tissue pain and spasms, which in turn can mask the underlying problem and complicate the treatment. It can also lead to other health risks, increased pain, and often depression.

At Progressive Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation, our therapists have the experience and advanced training to handle your chronic pain or Fibromyalgia. We’ll help increase flexibility, enhance strength and endurance and improve balance and coordination.

We take a personalized approach to your condition, from customized proven therapies and exercises, to assessing your daily routine and restoring your ability to function. Plus, we’ll give you the information you need about myths, psychological factors, and how to make wise choices to protect your body…and keep yourself feeling your best. All of which help you go about living your life!

How physical therapy can help

Your physical therapist at Progressive Physical Therapy will work with you to educate you on chronic pain, find solutions to improve your quality of life, and get you moving again! He or she will help you improve movement, teach you pain management strategies, and, in many cases, reduce your pain.

Not all chronic pain is the same. Your therapist will evaluate your clinical examination and test results and design an individualized treatment plan that fits you best.

Physical therapy treatments may include:

Education to improve your knowledge and understanding of chronic pain — how it occurs, and what you can do about it. Your therapist will teach you how to manage your pain and help you work toward performing your normal daily activities again.

Strengthening and flexibility exercises to help you move more easily with less discomfort. Your therapist will design a program of graded exercises for you — movements that are gradually increased according to your abilities. Graded exercises help you improve your coordination and movement, reducing the stress and strain on your body, and decreasing your pain. Carefully introducing a graded exercise program will help train your brain to sense the problem area in your body without increasing its danger messages.

Manual therapy, which consists of specific, gentle, hands-on techniques that may be used to manipulate or mobilize tight joint structures and soft tissues. Manual therapy is used to increase movement (range of motion), improve the quality of the tissues, and reduce pain.

Posture awareness and body mechanics instruction to help improve your posture and movement. This training helps you use your body more efficiently while performing activities and even when you are resting. Your therapist will help you adjust your movement at work, or when performing chores or recreational activities, to reduce your pain and increase your ability to function.

The use of ice, heat, or electrical stimulation has not been found to be helpful with chronic pain. Your physical therapist, however, will determine if any of these treatments could benefit your unique condition.

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Costa Mesa Contact Info

129 W. Wilson Str. #202
Costa Mesa, CA 92627

Phone: 949.631.0125

Fax: 949.631.0127

Web: ProgressivePTandRehab.com

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    12665 Garden Grove Blvd.
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    Garden Grove, CA 92843

    Phone: 714.643.9012

    Fax: 714.643.9015

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      Low Back/Lumbar

      If you have low back pain, you are not alone. At any given time, about 25% of people in the United States report having low back pain within the past three months. In most cases, low back pain is mild and disappears on its own.

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      Neck/Cervical

      The neck is less protected than the rest of the spine and can be vulnerable to injury and disorders that produce pain and restrict motion often affecting everyday activities. For many, it is a temporary condition disappearing with time.

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      Mid-Back/Thoracic

      The thoracic spine encompasses the upper- and middle-back region and extends down about five inches past the bottom of the shoulder blades. Although it is solidly constructed and relatively stable, it can also be a source of pain.

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      Shoulder

      The shoulder is not a very stable type of joint and tends to be easily injured. Pain can arise from problems with instability or impingement of the soft tissue or bony structure. Injuries can occur while performing manual labor, playing sports, or very often by repetitive movements.

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      Hip and Groin

      The hip is a ball and socket joint designed to withstand repeated motion, but can become damanged due to overuse or injury. A groin strain is an overstretch or tearing injury to the muscles of the inner thigh or front of the hip

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      Knee pain can restrict movement, affect muscle control in the sore leg, and reduce the strength and endurance of the muscles that support the knee. The most common disease affecting the knee is osteoarthritis.

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      The feet and ankles work together to provide support and mobility to the body. With proper detection, intervention, and care, most foot and ankle problems can be lessened or prevented. Calf injuries usually occur as a result of a sudden pushing off movement or from excessive over-stretching.

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      Hand/Wrist/Elbow

      Pain in the hand, wrist, elbow or fingers is generally caused by repetitive motions, overuse, or an underlying condition like arthritis or tendonitis. It is a very common complaint. Injuries can also occur during accidents or activities.

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      Many children and adults suffer from chronic jaw and facial pain. Jaw pain can happen all of a sudden, or it can start off mild and become more intense over time. Identifying the underlying issue is the first step in treating this condition.

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