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Orthopedic Physical Therapy

Orthopedic Physical Therapy in Boston

Individualized orthopedic physical therapy for people recovering from injuries, surgery, pain, and musculoskeletal conditions.

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What It Is

What is orthopedic physical therapy?

Orthopedic physical therapy focuses on the evaluation and treatment of conditions affecting the muscles, bones, joints, tendons, ligaments, and other parts of the musculoskeletal system.

Our physical therapists are highly trained in the evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of orthopedic and sports-related injuries. We use evidence-based physical therapy techniques, progressive exercise, and modern rehabilitation equipment to help patients restore movement, rebuild strength, and return to the activities that matter most to them.

Whether you’re dealing with a new injury, chronic pain, recovering from surgery, or trying to get back to an active lifestyle, our goal is to provide a personalized rehabilitation program based on your condition, daily demands, and goals. Orthopedic physical therapists help patients improve:

Strength and mobility
Flexibility and balance
Coordination and movement mechanics
Endurance and functional ability

Treatment is individualized based on your symptoms, physical examination, activity level, and goals.

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Conditions We Treat

From acute injuries to chronic pain.

Our orthopedic physical therapists treat a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions, from acute injuries to chronic pain and post-surgical rehabilitation.

Tendon & Ligament Injuries

Sprains, strains, tendinopathy and tendon injuries, tendon ruptures, ligament injuries, and overuse injuries.

Muscle Injuries

Muscle strains, muscle contusions and bruises, muscle tears and ruptures, muscle contractures, muscle spasms, and other muscular conditions.

Neck & Back Conditions

Neck pain, low back pain, myofascial pain, headaches associated with musculoskeletal dysfunction, spinal conditions, core and trunk weakness, and movement-related back and neck problems.

Joint Injuries & Conditions

Osteoarthritis, joint sprains, dislocations, subluxations, ligament injuries, cartilage injuries, and joint pain and stiffness.

Orthopedic Services

Orthopedic physical therapy services.

Your treatment plan may include a combination of hands-on care, therapeutic exercise, movement training, and progressive rehabilitation based on your individual needs.

Post-Surgical Orthopedic Rehabilitation

Physical therapy can play an important role in recovery following orthopedic surgery. We work with patients to progressively restore mobility, strength, balance, coordination, and function while following appropriate post-operative guidelines, after procedures involving the knee, hip, shoulder, ankle, foot, spine, and other joints.

Post-surgical rehab

Acute & Chronic Injury Rehabilitation

Whether you’ve recently sustained an injury or have been dealing with pain for months or years, we evaluate the factors contributing to your symptoms. Treatment may focus on restoring mobility, improving strength, modifying movement patterns, and gradually returning you to your normal activities.

Conditions we treat

Joint Replacement Rehabilitation

Physical therapy can help patients recover following joint replacement surgery by progressively improving range of motion, strength, balance, walking ability, functional mobility, endurance, and confidence with daily activities.

Post-surgical rehab

Spine Rehabilitation & Core Stabilization

Our physical therapists work with patients experiencing a variety of neck and back conditions. Rehabilitation may include mobility exercises, progressive strengthening, core stabilization, neuromuscular training, and movement retraining.

Back pain

Sports Injury Rehabilitation

We work with athletes of all levels recovering from sports-related injuries. Care may include progressive strengthening, balance and stability training, running and gait analysis, sport-specific movement, agility and change-of-direction training, return-to-sport progression, injury prevention, and sports performance training.

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Our Approach

No two patients—or injuries—are exactly alike.

That’s why our physical therapists take the time to understand your specific symptoms, lifestyle, activity level, and goals before developing your rehabilitation program. Your physical therapy evaluation may assess:

Strength
Range of motion
Flexibility
Joint mobility
Balance
Coordination
Movement mechanics
Functional abilities
Sport-specific demands

Your therapist then uses this information to create a progressive, individualized treatment plan. As your strength and function improve, your rehabilitation program evolves with you.

Evidence-Based Physical Therapy

Evidence-based physical therapy.

At Boston PT & Wellness, our clinicians use current evidence and clinical expertise to guide treatment decisions.

Depending on your condition and goals, treatment may incorporate:

Manual therapy Therapeutic exercise
Neuromuscular training
Corrective movement training
Progressive resistance training
Balance and stability training
Functional rehabilitation
Dry needling when appropriate Instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM)
Injury prevention strategies
Sport-specific rehabilitation

Treatment techniques are selected based on your individual presentation rather than using the same approach for every patient.

One-on-One, Personalized Care

Your rehabilitation should be built around your life—not the other way around.

Our physical therapists provide individualized care in a supportive environment. We consider your work, exercise routine, sport, hobbies, and daily activities when developing your treatment plan. Whether your goal is to:

Walk without pain
Return to work
Get back to the gym
Return to running Resume your sport Recover from surgery
Improve strength and mobility
Manage chronic pain
Prevent another injury

…we’ll build your rehabilitation program around what matters most to you.

When to Start

When should you see an orthopedic physical therapist?

You may benefit from orthopedic physical therapy if you:

Have persistent joint or muscle pain
Recently experienced an injury
Are recovering from surgery
Have difficulty moving or exercising
Feel weaker after an injury
Have recurring sports injuries
Are experiencing chronic back or neck pain
Have difficulty performing everyday activities
Want to return to sports or exercise
Want to improve strength and movement after an injury

You don’t necessarily need to wait until an injury becomes severe. An orthopedic physical therapy evaluation can help identify movement and strength limitations and determine an appropriate plan for recovery.

Common Questions

Frequently asked questions about orthopedic physical therapy.

01 / What does an orthopedic physical therapist treat?
Orthopedic physical therapists treat conditions affecting the muscles, bones, joints, tendons, ligaments, and other musculoskeletal structures. Common examples include sprains, strains, joint injuries, tendon problems, arthritis, back and neck pain, sports injuries, and post-surgical conditions.
02 / What happens during an orthopedic physical therapy evaluation?
Your physical therapist will discuss your symptoms, medical and injury history, activity level, and goals. They will then assess relevant areas such as strength, mobility, flexibility, balance, movement mechanics, and functional ability. These findings are used to develop your individualized treatment plan.
03 / Can orthopedic physical therapy help after surgery?
Yes. Orthopedic physical therapy is commonly used following surgery to help restore range of motion, strength, mobility, balance, and function. Your rehabilitation program will be based on your specific procedure, recovery stage, and goals.
04 / How long does orthopedic physical therapy take?
Recovery time varies depending on the type and severity of your condition, whether surgery was involved, your current level of function, and your rehabilitation goals. Your physical therapist will monitor your progress and adjust your program throughout your recovery.
05 / Can physical therapy help chronic orthopedic pain?
Yes. Physical therapy can help individuals with many chronic musculoskeletal conditions. Treatment may focus on improving strength and mobility, modifying movement patterns, increasing physical capacity, and helping you safely return to activities.
06 / Is orthopedic physical therapy only for athletes?
No. Orthopedic physical therapy is appropriate for people of all ages and activity levels. Our patients include athletes, active adults, older adults, workers, and anyone experiencing pain or movement limitations.
Start Orthopedic Physical Therapy in Boston

Don’t let pain or an injury keep you from the activities you enjoy.

Boston PT & Wellness provides individualized orthopedic physical therapy focused on helping you restore movement, rebuild strength, and return to your normal activities.

Whether you’re recovering from an injury, managing chronic pain, preparing for or recovering from surgery, or returning to sports, our physical therapists can develop a rehabilitation program tailored to your needs.

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