Physical therapy for spinal procedures in Kirkwood, Missouri

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Meet with the best spinal procedures physical therapists in Kirkwood, Missouri

Kirkwood, Missouri, Luna employs physical therapists who specialize in helping patients recover from spinal procedures. By offering the knowledge and experience required when dealing with such a complex surgery and recovery process, Luna PTs can have you back on your feet and back to the activities you love in no time.

Best of all, with Luna, patients can receive physical therapy for spinal procedures recovery wherever it’s most convenient, in the comfort of their homes. Our physical therapists come to you; it’s physical therapy, delivered.

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What are spinal procedures?

Generally speaking, there are two types of spine surgery: traditional and minimally invasive. A surgeon will not recommend either type unless pain in the lower back, neck, or limbs is persistent and has not resolved with traditional pain management techniques. At this point, it may be safe to assume that the spine is the source of the problem.

Once it has been determined that spine surgery is necessary, the patient and surgeon must choose between traditional spine surgery and minimally invasive spine surgery. Traditional spine surgery requires complete exposure of the spine, which creates longer recovery times for the patient. Minimally invasive spine surgery, while not possible for every condition, calls only for selective incisions and allows for a shorter recovery time.

Source: Penn Medicine

Why do patients need spinal procedures?

Usually, a spinal surgery will only be recommended after less invasive methods have failed to resolve the patient’s condition. Spinal procedures can help address low back pain, neck pain, or pain in the limbs and extremities, and these are often the symptoms patients have been experiencing when their doctor recommends spinal surgery.

Most commonly, patients will have some type of disease or disorder in the spine, such as spine cancer, brain cancer, scoliosis, degenerative disc disease, sciatica, herniated discs, spinal stenosis, or a spine deformity, disorder, or infection.

The most common reasons for spinal procedures include:

  • Degenerative disc disease
  • Scoliosis
  • Spinal stenosis
  • Spine cancer
  • Spine deformity

Source: Penn Medicine

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Physical therapy for spinal procedures in Kirkwood, Missouri

Physical therapy is vital to restoring function and reducing pain after spine surgery. A physical therapist can help to ensure that the spine surgery is successful and long-lasting, training the patient’s body to work and move with the new spine and keep it safe from new injuries.

A physical therapy regimen after your spine procedure will incorporate pain control techniques, muscle retraining, and strength training. A physical therapist can create a routine that’s tailored to the patient’s needs and condition, carefully modifying the routine as the patient gains more strength and mobility over the weeks and months following the surgery.

Source: Spine-Health
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Frequently asked questions

Where are Luna therapists seeing patients?

For physical therapy sessions in the Kirkwood area, our therapists are available to come to your home. We extend our services to all neighborhoods, making it a priority to bring physical therapy to you and enhance the overall convenience of your PT journey.

Is physical therapy covered by insurance?

Luna is partnered with numerous insurance plans, streamlining the benefits verification process for you. When you opt for Luna, your co-pay will consistently align with the specified amount in your insurance plan for PT clinic visits. We gladly accept all major insurances and Medicare.

Is there a waiting list for new patients?

No way! We're committed to ensuring a hassle-free start for patients in their physical therapy experience. New patients are always accommodated promptly, and in the majority of cases, their first at-home physical therapy session can be scheduled within 48 hours of signing up. Our therapists are available for appointments from 6:30 am to 8:30 pm, seven days a week. Check Availability.

Who are Luna’s physical therapists?

The therapists affiliated with Luna are highly experienced professionals, with a minimum of 3 years of practice, often with considerably more experience. Every therapist undergoes a rigorous interview and thorough background check. Our collaboration is exclusively with therapists who are dedicated to providing exceptional care to their patients.

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