Rec Center Physical Therapy

Aches or Pains limiting your daily activities in life?

Physical Therapists have the most specialized education to improve quality of life without surgery or prescription drugs.

Consider our expert care at Rec Center Physical Therapy as your first line of defense to address any limitations you may be experiencing.

Your First Visit

• Allow at least 1 hour for the first visit
• Child care available
• Arrive 10-15 minutes early
• Bring insurance card and doctor's referral/order if applicable
• All patients under 18 years must be accompanied by an adult
• Front row parking is available for our patients (next to handicapped parking)
• Bring or wear comfortable clothing to allow accessible treatment for your evaluation. (clinic may also provide you with clothing)

Joint Dysfunction

Definition

Lumbar joint dysfunction is characterized by the facet of the joint locking therefore causing decreased mobility at that joint. This can lead to secondary problems such as an increase in mobility at neighboring segments of the spine.

Mechanism of Injury

Compromised body mechanics or injury, bending, twisting, and lifting.

Symptoms

Pain in the involved region with spinal extension, especially with combined rotation and side-bending of the spine.

Physical Therapy Intervention

Rec Center Physical Therapy can be the first line of defense for those suffering from joint dysfunction by offering treatments such as education regarding body mechanics and posture, manual therapy which may include joint mobilizations to restore joint mobility, exercises for spinal mobility and/or stability, and modalities to decrease pain.