Pain management is a type of medicine used at Jamaica Chiropractic & Physical Therapy to cover a large spectrum of conditions. Depending on the type and source of pain, pain management can be simple or more complex. We offer different types of pain management, such as physical therapy Jamaica Queens, to our patients to end their discomfort and get them back to doing the things they love.
Hot and Cold Therapy
One type of physical pain management technique is hot and cold therapy. Hot and cold therapy is a safe technique used on patients’ injuries, inflammation, or arthritis. The treatment can consist of either hot or cold therapy or switching of the two. Heat therapy uses a heating pad or steamed towel. The heat applied by our specialist can help relax the muscles, dilate the blood vessels, and promote healing after an injury. On the other hand, cold therapy often involves applying an ice pack wrapped in a towel to the skin. It reduces blood flow and reduces inflammation.
Massage Therapy
Massage therapy is another form of pain management. It manipulates the soft tissues in the location of the injury. People may benefit from massages when used with other pain management treatments, such as physical therapy Jamaica Queens. The benefits that occur with massage therapy include:
- Relaxation
- Flexibility
- Reduced inflammation
- Improved posture
- Increased circulation
- Reduced stiffness
Physical Therapy
One final type of pain management that is recommended is physical therapy. Physical therapy Jamaica Queens involves physical techniques used to strengthen and stretch the muscles and joints. Techniques such as massage, exercise plans, and red light therapy can be used to help patients cope with chronic pain. One may need physical therapy as a form of pain management to:
- Relieve pain
- Improve mobility
- Prevent surgery
- Rehab after a stroke, accident, injury, or surgery
- Control your bowels or bladder
- Adapt to an artificial limb, walker, or cane
- Get a splint or brace
Contact Our Office
If you need pain management to recover from an injury, contact our staff at Jamaica Chiropractic & Physical Therapy. We provide massage therapy, hot and cold therapy, and physical therapy Jamaica Queens to our patients to get them the relief they need. Schedule an appointment with our specialist today!