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Strength training

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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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​6 N. Roosevelt St. | Aberdeen SD 57401 | Phone 605-725-9900 | Fax 605-725-9902
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  • Home
  • Our Staff
  • Services
    • Aquatic Therapy
    • Balance Therapy
    • Blood Flow Restriction
    • Graston
    • Maitland Mobilization
    • Spinal Traction
    • Sports Medicine
    • Strength Training
    • Vestibular Rehabilitation
  • Insurance
  • Forms
  • Testimonials
  • Contact Us