The human body is like a high-performance sports car: It needs routine maintenance.
A multifaceted practice that offers treatments from the operating room to the physical therapy mat, Danville, Virginia-based Spectrum Medical has a history of healing that dates back to 1948. Spectrum helps patients stay ahead of the curve when it comes to their health.
If you want to take a proactive approach to caring for your health, here are a few tips.
Orthopedics and body maintenance
Cars get serviced at certain wear-and-tear related milestones. Your body is no different. A periodic check in with an orthopedic physician can be diagnostic in the same way that getting a mechanic under the hood of your sedan can.
Orthopedic physicians have a range of expertise. They are experts on movement, making orthopedic physicians the authority on bones and muscles.
Orthopedic physicians also have the ability to diagnose and treat certain diseases, including those related to the spine such as arthritis, sciatica, and scoliosis. Spectrum Medical’s staff has unique expertise in treating spinal injuries and diseases, with a roster of providers that includes physical therapists, pain management specialists, nurses and spine surgeons.
“Preventative maintenance can give people an opportunity to be screened for movement dysfunction that can cause pain, limit tolerance to activity, and prevent progression with training in athletics,” said Cortney Herndon, Doctor of Physical Therapy and Spectrum Medical’s Director of Physical Therapy. “People often wait until they are injured and unable to participate with their daily activities to seek out the assistance of medical professionals.”
Access isn’t an issue
Most insurance plans cover at least some preventive healthcare services. In some instances, a visit with a specialist, such as a physical therapist or orthopedic physician, may not require a prior visit with your primary care physician to begin treatment, making the process less cumbersome. This is contingent on the requirements set by your insurance carrier.
An evaluation with a Spectrum Medical Physical Therapist can take place in a timely fashion. If a problem is identified, you have numerous options and will be apprised of those during your visit.
Spectrum Medical’s origins are rooted in orthopedic medicine, and the clinic offers a variety of physician experts who can assist you on a path toward recovery.
Working with Spectrum means a Physical Therapist and the clinic’s orthopedic physicians and staff can work in tandem to determine your best course of treatment.
One benefit of a preventative screening, Herndon said, is it may reveal a problem before it starts.
“Physical therapists in particular are highly trained professionals who can assess movement and point out impairments that, over time, will likely lead to injury and frustrations with training delays,” Herndon said.
When an issue is identified, Spectrum Medical’s staff is equipped to take action. The physical therapy staff will develop an individualized program using state-of-the art rehab equipment, modalities and manual therapy techniques to maximize patient recovery.
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