Physical Therapy

Middle Georgia Orthopaedics provides comprehensive outpatient physical therapy services focusing on the neuromuscular, musculoskeletal, and cardiopulmonary systems of the human body, as these systems relate to human motion and function.

Our physical therapists, or PTs, are very important members of the healthcare team. They evaluate and provide treatment for persons with health problems resulting from injury, disease, or overuse of muscles or tendons.

Physical therapists are required to have undergraduate degrees in physical therapy. Before they can practice, all graduates must be licensed by their state by passing a national certification examination.

As related to orthopaedic conditions, physical therapists provide comprehensive training that includes, but is not limited to, the following:

  • Functional mobility
  • Balance and gait retraining
  • Soft-tissue mobilization
  • Body mechanics education
  • Casting and splinting
  • Wheelchair safety and management
  • Neuromuscular re-education
  • Exercise programming
  • Family education and training
  • Assistance with pain relief and management
  • Instruction in safe ambulation

The specialty-trained physical therapy experts at Middle Georgia Orthopaedics provide comprehensive physical therapy and rehabilitation services for patients. These services include conservative injury treatment, pre- and postoperative treatment, and spine care and management.

Using the most advanced rehabilitation techniques and state-of-the-art modalities, including exercise, stretching, therapeutic activities, specialized splinting, core strengthening, manual therapy, weight lifting, ultrasound, and electrical stimulation, our physical therapy specialists offer a diverse array of treatment options to meet your orthopaedic physical therapy needs.

Learn More About Our Therapists

Why choose Middle Georgia Orthopaedics?

Our specialty-trained physical therapy experts provide comprehensive therapy services. Combining specific exercises and activities to help patients restore joint and muscular function, strength, and range of motion for sports and orthopaedic injuries, our experts are dedicated to helping patients return to their daily activities quickly and safely.

With advanced training and certification, our experts help patients increase mobility, improve posture, and correct body mechanics through both nonsurgical and postsurgical rehabilitation programs.

To schedule an appointment with one of our physical therapists, please call (478) 953-4563 or request an appointment online.