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Physical therapy
: Physical therapy has been used to treat a wide variety of pain syndromes, including patellofemoral pain syndrome (chronic knee pain), wrist pain, post-operative pain, and chronic pain. Despite some mixed evidence, there are several trials that compare physical therapy techniques to placebo controls for the treatment of patellofemoral pain syndrome, which have found beneficial effects. Also, continuous low-level heat wrap therapy may be helpful in common conditions causing wrist pain and impairment. Long-term studies with more standardized outcome measures would help make a stronger recommendation.Not all physical therapy programs are suited for everyone, and patients should discuss their medical histories with qualified healthcare professionals before beginning any treatments. Based on the available literature, physical therapy appears generally safe when practiced by a qualified physical therapist. However, complications are possible. Read more
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