Strength training

Incorporating strength training into the physical therapy plan of care is beneficial for patients.
Strength training benefits include:
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• Improves pain and restored function
• Improves muscle strength
• Protects bone health and muscle mass
• Improves weight and overall health
• Improves body mechanics
• Improves and manages chronic diseases
• Improves flexibility and balance
• Improves posture and mobility
• Enhances performance

At OPTC we utilize various tools to work on strength training which include:

• Free weights
• Upper extremity and lower extremity machines
• Physio balls
• Medicine balls
• Resistance bands
• Theraputty
• Balance boards and BOSU ball

Patients' body weight for close chain exercises, examples include:

•     Squats 
•     Step ups
•     Push up
•     Lunges
•     Planks
•     Blood flow restriction training

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