Hello and welcome to Health Matters. I have Dr. Chileney. I will be host today. So on this episode,

this is number four in my series on the knee. On this part, what we're going to do is we're going to go over the benefits and treatment options for the knee.

We're going to explore all the therapy options for the knee.

So on this podcast, we're calling it Healing Knees, the podcast where we explore the full world of therapies with a variety

of treatment options to relieve pain and restore function. Today, we're really going to discuss

everything from cutting-edge physical therapy to regenerative therapy and everything

else in between to whether you're an athlete or a sports injury or dealing with an age-related

injury we've got it covered so let's. Physical therapy. So let's talk about this.

Physical therapy is often the first line of treatment for knee pain and injuries. Here's what you need to know.

Physical therapy plays a pivotal role in both conservative management and post-surgical recovery of the knees.

Here are the benefits.

Physical therapy is non-invasive approach that involves motion and movement

and it doesn't involve surgery.

That's the good part.

Physical therapy has tailored programs

where your therapist can design individual

exercise and rehab programs, talented your condition.

Physical therapy is going to work to improve strength and stability.

Physical therapy is going to work to enhance the muscles surrounding the joint of the knee

to provide better support of the joint.

The stronger you make that area, the better chance you have of not re-injuring it.

Physical therapy is going to work to increase your motion, increase your flexibility.

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