Functional Movement Patterning at Clash Physical Therapy in Worcester, MA

At Clash Physical Therapy in Worcester, MA, we want to help you move better with less pain.

A key strategy is Functional Movement Patterning.

You receive coaching in movement variations critical for day-to-day activities.

This helps retrain your brain to improve how you move, reducing pain and the risk of future injuries.

What is Functional Movement Patterning?

Functional Movement Patterning teaches patients how to move in natural ways that are safe for their bodies.

Bending, lifting, walking, and reaching rely on fundamental movement patterns.

Unfortunately, injury, posture, repetitive strains, and pain can lead to developing dysfunctional movement habits that lead to more pain and further injury.

In Functional Movement Patterning, Clash physical therapists work closely with you to identify and correct dysfunctional patterns.

You practice specific movements in a controlled and mindful manner while supervised, so your brain forms new pathways or “rewires” itself.

With his healthier movement, you can perform functional tasks more easily and with less likelihood of re-injury.

Benefits of Functional Movement Patterning in Worcester, MA

• Increase Functional Capacity: By retraining your brain and body to move properly, you become stronger, more stable, and more flexible. You can perform daily tasks like lifting, squatting, or walking with less discomfort and limitations.
• Move Without Pain: Your pain, or the continuation of your chronic pain, may be rooted in Dysfunctional movement patterns. Learning more about proper movement techniques can alleviate pressure on your sensitive joints, muscles, or nerves.
• Reduce Injury Risk: When your body moves efficiently in a balanced way, it decreases the risk of strain or injury. Functional Movement Patterning equips you with the skills you need to protect yourself from injury during daily tasks or physical activities.

Kinesio Taping and Its Role in Movement Patterning

At Clash Physical Therapy in Worcester, MA, Functional Movement Patterning is often combined with Kinesio Taping to enhance treatment outcomes.

Kinesio Taping applies elastic, adhesive tape to gently lift the skin to decompress tissues beneath the surface. This lowers the pressure on painful areas and improves circulation to enhance healing.

Plus, Kinesio Taping aids in communication between affected areas and the brain.

When injured, natural movement patterns change to compensate. Kinesio Taping helps retrain the brain with positive signals from the injury, helps decrease pain and improves movement patterns.

Together, this powerful toolset empowers you to move effectively, live pain-free, and reduce the risk of future injury.

First, your skilled physical therapist at Clash Physical Therapy in Worcester, MA, will complete an assessment and develop a customized plan for your movement and recovery goals.

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