| Spine Therapy |
At Riata Therapy Specialist we practice with an evidenced based approach to spine treatment. Our goal is to treat the origin of the pain and not the symptoms. We treat both musculoskeletal and neurological symptoms associated with neck/back pain. We use a hands on approach to spine care as well as education. It is our goal that the patient is discharged from therapy with the tools needed to self manage their symptoms and wellness. Our manual therapy techiques consist of gentle joint mobilizations and manipulations. Core stabilization is another emphasis in our program. We progress our patients from core/midline stabilization to peripheral strength and functional training. We offer several pain relieving modalities such as electric stimulation, moist heat, ice, and traction. We use our modalities to assist with achieving our therapeutic exercise goals; not as treatment alone.
Treatments may consist of numerous types of interventions including:
Land based exercise
Cardiovascular training
Neuromuscular facilitation/re-education
Manual Therapy
Modalities
We believe in a proactive approach to wellness, so each patient is given a home exercise program. Patients are instructed on proper technique as well as proper posture and body mechanics. Each patient has unique treatment needs so each program is tailored to the individual.
The therapists at RTS use techniques from such programs/certifications as the North American Institute of Orthopedic Manual Therapy (NAIOMT), American Physical Therapy Association Orthopedic Specialty (OCS), and numerous other spine care disciplines.
New Consumer Reports confirms physical therapy is a success treatment for low back pain.