Theraputic exercise is a method of strengthening and stretching muscles and should be incorporated into a rehabilitation program.

Dr. Gainan often prescribes specific strengthening exercises for his patients with back, neck, and extremity problems. We teach our patients special exercises designed just for them to help strengthen and correct their own unique problem.These exercises can decrease pain, prevent muscle deterioration, promote joint health, increase strength, stability and range of motion, and protect against new or recurring injuries.

Dr. Gainan will show you how to do the exercises that will benefit you and supervise you until you are comfortable doing them on you own. It's important to keep up with your exercises as prescribed to gain strength and mobiity. Studies show that individuals who follow their exercise instructions heal faster than those who do not.

Following an injury, therapeutic stretching is also an important way to prevent scar tissue from forming. Even after the injury has healed, maintaining a regular stretching program helps keep tissues flexible, increases mobility, and protects you from new injuries .We will instruct you on the proper stretching techniques until you are comfortable.

A custom exercise plan enhances the treatment process and helps maintain healing benefits, as well as reducing the likelihood of future problems.