Thursday, December 15, 2011

What is a home exercise program and why is it important?

 
A home exercise program is a select group of exercises or activities that your therapist has designed specifically for you, for the purpose of accelerating the healing process. These activities should be done at home or work between therapy sessions at THERAPY1ONE, as per your therapist's instructions.
Your participation in therapy sessions may vary from one week to the next, but what you do at home can have a significant impact on your overall progress. Following an individualized home exercise program can be an important component of treatment as it helps you continue to make progress in strength, endurance, range of motion, and function in between therapy sessions. Many times your therapist will recommend you continue a home exercise program even after your therapy is complete to maintain your improved condition and prevent re-injury. If you have been assigned a home exercise program, please continue to use it as directed by your physical therapist.


Jordan Colemere, P.T.A.