One of the first questions most patients ask us is — is physical therapy painful?
That's a great question as physical therapy is often used after traumatic events or certain painful health conditions. Nobody wants to add any more pain to that.
The simple answer is no, but it doesn't mean that you will not feel any discomfort or soreness.
After all, physical therapy deals with recovery from injuries or surgeries, and, therefore, it’s normal that, initially, you will feel distressed in the areas more affected.
Let's dive deeper into the topic of pain after physical therapy (PT), what's normal, and what should be addressed right away.