Avoid Lyme Disease

Late stage Lyme disease can results in musculoskeletal impairments and joint pain which is a primary area of treatment in physical therapy.

Physical therapy may include:

• Manual Therapy, including massage, stretching and joint mobilization to improve alignment, mobility and range of motion, and to alleviate the pain of affected joints.

• Mechanical modalities, including ultrasound, electrical stimulation, laser, ice and heat to decrease pain and inflammation.

• Stretching and strengthening exercise program to help improve range of motion as well as strengthen the muscles that assist in supporting weakened surrounding joints.

• Gait and balance, and other mechanics training, relevant to some Lyme disease patients to improve movement techniques and reduce the stress on joints caused by daily activities.