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Physical therapy can help patient recover faster, regain muscle strength, improve functionality, decrease pain, increase range of motion and reduce the risk of falling and injury. Many physicians prescribe physical therapy as a post-operative treatment, but what may surprise you is that in many cases, physical therapy is also beneficial as a treatment to prevent surgery, and to treat chronic pain.
Surgery Prevention
For some orthopedic conditions, surgery may not be necessary. Often, orthopedic surgeons and practitioners prescribe physical therapy, home exercise programs and other conservative treatments such as icing, bracing, etc. before recommending surgery. If you’re body responds well to the custom-designed physical therapy, you may not need surgery, or it might be able to stave it off and prevent the disorder from progressing rapidly.
Physical therapy is also a preventative measure. Physical therapists train their patients how to avoid reinjuring the area in the future.
Chronic Pain
We are all aware that opioids for pain have become an epidemic and led the way for addiction and overdose in our country. Physical therapy is a better way to relieve pain and discomfort at its core for many individuals. Therapeutic manual stretching and exercising provide real results in controlling pain for countless patients. The CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) also launched new guidelines recently, recommending the use of physical therapy for chronic pain.
Physical therapy utilizes manual stretching of joints and surrounding tissues, which provides much needed relief, and over time, the individual will see increased improvement in their pain level.
Dr. Martinez of Well-Being Medical Center of Naples explained, “I work directly with physical therapists in the area to provide custom-tailored treatments for my patients. Having a good communication line between the doctor of PT and my office keep us well informed of how our patients are progressing, which allows us to make knowledgeable decisions regarding their medical care.”
Well-Being Medical Center of Naples
Preventative Care: Our office offers all standard routine health exams for all patients. If further testing is needed, we will create a comprehensive plan to help each patient reach their optimal health.
Health Consultations: Our staff is composed of health professionals who are experts in their field. We work with our patients through one-on-one consultations to prioritize health goals and address any health concerns.
Patient Satisfaction: Our top priority is patient satisfaction. We go the extra mile to create and execute on individualize treatment plans to make sure each patient understands their heath journey from start to finish.
Services
Visiting your doctor on a regular basis is key to a healthy life. Whether you’re feeling the effects of the common cold or just coming in for a checkup, we want to make sure you have all the facts you need to make an educated decision.
Services we offer include:
• Treatment of Acute Diseases
• Treatment of Chronic Diseases
• Annual Checkups
• Preventive Care
• Women’s Health Care
• Internal Medicine
• Mental Health Care
• Botox Injections and Fillers
• Point-of-Care Ultrasound
• Walk-In Clinic
• Urgent Care
• Sclerotherapy Treatment for Spider Veins
• Medical Marijuana and Low THC Cannabis
• Concierge Medicine
• Emergency Treatment
Contact Well-Being Medical Center of Naples today at (239) 315-7801.
Dr. Ricardo Martinez
Dr. Ricardo Martinez is an internist in Naples, FL and is affiliated with NCH Baker Hospital. He received his medical degree from Superior Institute of Medical Sciences of Santiago de Cuba and has been in practice 20 years. He also speaks multiple languages, including Spanish. He specializes in hospital medicine, ambulatory care and is experienced in hospice and palliative medicine, bariatric medicine, diabetes mellitus, food allergy, and infectious disease. As of March 16th, 2020, Dr. Martinez has founded Well-Being Medical center in Naples Florida. He is looking forward to providing Medical care within primary care settings and urgent care service throughout the Naples Florida area.
Well-Being Medical Center of Naples
239-315-7801
www.well-beingmedicalcenter.org
851 5th Ave. N. Suite 102, Naples, FL 34102
