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   Summary:According to the American Physical Therapy Association, the goal of physical therapy or physiotherapy is to improve mobility, restore function, reduce pain, and prevent further injury by using a variety of methods, including exercises, stretches, traction, electrical stimulation, and massage. Special tools are used, such as hot or cold packs, crutches, braces, treadmills, prosthetics, compression vests, computer-assisted feedback, lasers, and ultrasound. Patients range in age from newborns to the elderly. Physical therapy (PT) is commonly used for musculoskeletal injuries, joint pain or disorders, low back pain, cerebral palsy, and rehabilitation after injury or surgery, including heart surgery or mastectomy.Scientific Evidence:Uses These uses have been tested in humans or animals. Safety and effectiveness have not always been proven.   Read more

 

rVita Treatment Chart for Physical Therapy

Condition
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From Natural Standards		 User Reviews
10=Highest		 rVita Composite Score
Apert Syndrome - Write a review -
Mucopolysaccharidosis Strong Evidence Write a review Highly Recommend
Joint, Tendon, and Muscle Pain Good Evidence Write a review Recommend
Genitourinary Disorders Good Evidence Write a review Recommend
Arthritis Good Evidence Write a review Recommend
Achondroplasia Good Evidence Write a review Recommend
Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs Good Evidence Write a review Recommend
Rheumatic Diseases Good Evidence Write a review Recommend
Selective COX-2 Inhibitors Good Evidence Write a review Recommend
Osteoarthritis Good Evidence Write a review Recommend
Musculoskeletal Problems Good Evidence Write a review Recommend
Lyme Disease Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Leg-skin Ulcers Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Hypotension Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Hormonal Disorders Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Heart Disorders (heart Disease) Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Dizziness-Vertigo Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Diabetes Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Asthma Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Hypertension Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
CNS Stimulants Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Fertility and Pregnancy Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Chronic Illness and Quality of Life Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Hypotension (Low blood pressure) Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Bone Healing Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Bronchitis Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Athletic Performance Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Wound Healing Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Surgical Recovery and Rehab Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Hashimoto's Thyroiditis Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Spinal Muscular Atrophy Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Surgery and HIV-AIDS Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Spina Bifida Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Pneumocystis Jiroveci Pneumonia and HIV-AIDS Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Interstitial Lung Disease Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Immunoaugmentative Therapy (IAT) Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Respiratory Disorders Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Pregnancy and Labor Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Pneumonia Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Osteoporosis Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Emphysema-like Disease and HIV Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Osteogenesis Imperfecta Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Autoimmunity Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Stroke Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Breast Cancer Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Breastfeeding-Lactation Traditional Therapy With Insufficient Evidence Write a review -
Peyronie's Disease Traditional Therapy With Insufficient Evidence Write a review -
Sjogren's Syndrome Traditional Therapy With Insufficient Evidence Write a review -
Scleroderma Traditional Therapy With Insufficient Evidence Write a review -
HIV and Pancreatitis Traditional Therapy With Insufficient Evidence Write a review -
Endocrine Manifestations of HIV Traditional Therapy With Insufficient Evidence Write a review -
Neonatal Disorders Traditional Therapy With Insufficient Evidence Write a review -
 
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Physical Therapy Expert Articles

Tactile Stimulation in Fibromyalgia Treatment

by: Suneetha
May 6, 2008
In a study performed by the Department of Stomatognathic Physiology of the Institute for Postgraduate Dental Education, Jonkoping at Sweden, ten women suffering from fibromyalgia were given tactile stimulation for ten weeks at the rate of once a week.  The culmination of the trial indicated improved sleeping patterns and quality, and improved pain management.References:1.
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Physical Therapy News and Blogs

Tai Chi 'Helps Improve Diabetes'
news.bbc.co.uk - April 11, 2008
According to two research studies published in British Journal of Sports Medicine, tai chi exercises are beneficial for people with type-2 diabetes. The moderate physical activity combined with the relaxation element of tai chi may help reduce stress which leads to high blood glucose levels.
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What You Need to Know About Arthritis
www.apta.org - June 16, 2008
All you wanted to know about arthritis and how you can help yourself through physical therapy.
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Physical Fitness for Longer Life in Men with Type 2 Diabetes
www.nlm.nih.gov - June 25, 2008
High physical fitness level in men with type 2 diabetes can reduce the risk of death by 40 per cent. Physical fitness appears to be more important than weight in estimating a diabetic's longevity.
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