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80% of Americans Will Experience Back Pain

Over 31 million Americans suffer from back pain annually, making it the leading cause of disability in the U.S. Factors like sedentary lifestyles and sports overexertion contribute to this widespread issue.

Lower back pain is one of the top reasons people visit their primary care doctors and seek physical therapy, with 80% of us experiencing it at some point.

The Therapy Network provides comprehensive treatments to relieve pain and help you return to your normal routine.

You’re not alone if you suffer from neck pain—over 30% of Americans will experience it this year, with 20-70% finding it disruptive to daily life.

The rise in neck pain is largely due to lifestyle changes. Prolonged smartphone use, poor posture at non-ergonomic desks, and the Work From Home (WFH) trend have all contributed, with many working from couches or dining tables.

The good news? Physical therapy offers effective solutions to relieve neck pain and restore daily function.

Repetitive strain injuries can lead to upper body pain, arthritis, dislocations, and even emotional stress, affecting sleep, work, and daily activities.

Pain may radiate from the jaw, shoulder, elbow, or solar plexus. If rest and anti-inflammatory medications don’t help, it’s time to consider physical therapy.

The Therapy Network’s specialists, are trained in managing upper body pain and helping you regain function and comfort.

Over half of Americans experience lower body pain, including hip, knee, foot, or ankle pain, which can disrupt daily activities, reduce quality of life, and even cause missed workdays.

Whether it’s joint or muscle pain or sports-related injuries, physical therapy offers effective relief and a plan for long-term recovery.

If you’ve been in a motor vehicle accident, seek immediate medical attention for serious injuries.

Each year, over 100,000 MVAs occur in Virginia, leading to a range of injuries—from minor aches to severe conditions like:

• Traumatic brain injuries and concussions
• Spinal cord and back injuries
• Whiplash and neck injuries
• Fractures and broken bones

These injuries can result in lost workdays, limited mobility, headaches, and chronic pain. Physical therapy can help you recover, restore function, and regain your quality of life.

If your doctor recommends physical therapy before or after surgery, it’s for good reason. Pre- and post-surgery physical therapy can speed up recovery, improve strength and mobility, reduce pain, and even shorten hospital stays.

Pre-Surgery Physical Therapy (Prehab)

Pre-surgery therapy prepares your body for the upcoming procedure, improving outcomes. Benefits include:

• Better balance, reducing fall risk
• Reduced post-surgery pain
• Shorter hospital stays
• Improved strength and flexibility around the surgical area
• A more positive outlook about surgery
• Setting post-op goals and learning early recovery exercises

Post-Surgery Physical Therapy

After surgery, physical therapy is key to regaining strength and mobility. It may begin in the hospital or shortly after discharge and typically includes:

• Gentle stretching and flexing exercises
• Pain management techniques
• Swelling reduction and scar tissue prevention
• Strength-building exercises
• Therapies like ultrasound, electrical stimulation, and manual therapy to promote healing
• A customized plan with at-home exercises to support your recovery

Physical therapy ensures a smoother, faster return to your normal activities—before and after surgery.

Sports injuries can affect athletes of all levels, causing pain and limiting mobility. Common injuries include sprains, strains, swollen muscles, knee injuries, Achilles tendon and foot issues, shin splints, rotator cuff and shoulder injuries, fractures, concussions, dislocations, tennis and golf elbow, and sciatica. At The Therapy Network, our specialists provide personalized treatment plans to reduce pain, restore strength, and improve mobility, helping you return to your sport safely and quickly.

Neurologic physical therapy focuses on improving mobility and daily function for patients with brain, movement, or vestibular system conditions.

These issues are more common than you might think:

• Over 42 million Americans have movement disorders
• 1.6 to 3.8 million experience concussions annually
• 69 million face vestibular or balance issues in their lifetime

At The Therapy Network, our specialists create personalized treatment plans to help patients manage movement disorders, recover from concussions, and address vestibular or balance challenges.

Physical therapy isn’t just for post-surgery or injury recovery—it also helps manage total body conditions.

You’re not alone if you’re dealing with chronic pain or systemic issues:

• Over 50 million Americans experience chronic pain annually
• 3 million osteoporosis cases are diagnosed each year
• 20% of fibromyalgia patients also have rheumatoid arthritis or lupus

Offering personalized treatment plans to relieve pain and improve mobility for conditions like fibromyalgia, osteoporosis, chronic pain, rheumatic pain, and rheumatoid arthritis across six coastal Virginia locations.