- September 9, 2023
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Joint mobilization is an extremely helpful treatment option; however, many patients don’t know about the benefits of it.
Fortunately, joint mobilization is a type of manual therapy performed here at our Bridgewater, NJ physical therapy clinic.
With joint mobilization, your physical therapist can use his or her hands to mobilize an affected joint or may elect to use certain tools, including straps, to help deliver the desired treatment effect.
This form of treatment involves the passive movement of specific joints using the skilled application of force, direction, and technique.
If you believe you could benefit from our joint mobilization techniques, contact Good Hands Physical Therapy today for more information!
Joints, formed by the articulating surfaces of two or more bones, depend on a combination of both stability and mobility in order to help you function efficiently and comfortably.
Importantly, joints are supported by a wide variety of physiological structures including capsules, ligaments, tendons, cartilage, and muscle fibers, all of which can become injured and potentially benefit from physical therapy services, including joint mobilization.
You have hundreds of joints in your body, which come in a variety of types and sizes (such as a “hinge joint” in your elbow, a “ball and socket joint” in your hip, or a “saddle joint” in your thumb).
The specific type, magnitude, speed, and frequency of joint mobilization performed depends on several factors, including the goal of treatment, the type of joint being targeted, and even your own unique anatomy.
The benefits of joint mobilizations include pain reduction, improved range of motion, and improved quality of joint movement itself (known as arthrokinematics).
Sometimes, a joint can become irritated, swollen, or misaligned as a result of injury, stress, poor posture, repetitive movement, or even as a result of age-related wear and tear.
When this happens, the joint may not move correctly and become stiff and painful. Nearby structures including muscles, tendons, and ligaments may become tense or injured as a compensatory effect of trying to support or stabilize the injured joint. This can lead to muscle weakness or even impingement and damage to nearby nerves.
Joint mobilization isn’t appropriate for all patients, and our skilled and experienced physical therapists can determine if it’s right for you or a loved one.
Specific conditions which our physical therapy team successfully manage with joint mobilizations include:
Your joints could be contributing to your pain without you even realizing it!
Are you wondering if joint mobilization is right for you?
If so, request an appointment at Good Hands Physical Therapy today to learn about our wide range of physical therapy services we offer.
Drug-free relief from your joint or muscle pain is possible. Get your healing journey started today.
