Therapeutic exercises are targeted exercises designed to address specific physical problems. Depending on your individual needs, your chiropractor may provide a tailored set of exercises to reduce discomfort. The primary goal of therapeutic exercise is to restore flexibility, strength, and endurance related to the specific issue.
Request an AppointmentTherapeutic exercise focuses on improving, restoring, and preventing the loss of physical function. In addition, it can enhance overall health, fitness, and well-being.
Additional Benefits of Therapeutic Exercise
- Increasing mobility
- Releasing contracted muscles, tendons, and fascia
- Mobilizing joints
- Improving circulation
- Enhancing respiratory capacity
- Improving coordination
- Reducing rigidity
- Improving balance
Categories of Therapeutic Exercise
- Endurance training
- Resistance training
- Flexibility training
No matter the type of exercise prescribed, the ultimate goal of rehabilitation is to achieve maximum physical fitness without relying on invasive treatments. Therapeutic exercises can be performed at home, giving you the tools to actively improve your quality of life.