Arthritis does not have to mean giving up the things you love. At Advanced Rehabilitation Center in Crossville, TN, we help people manage arthritis and joint pain in the hips, knees, hands and spine with hands-on treatment and exercise that eases pain and keeps you moving.
Joint problems we treat
- Knee osteoarthritis
- Hip osteoarthritis and hip pain
- Hand, wrist and thumb arthritis
- Arthritis and stiffness in the spine
- Joint stiffness that makes stairs, walking or getting up harder
- Getting stronger before or after joint replacement
How physical therapy helps arthritis
The American College of Rheumatology and Arthritis Foundation guideline for osteoarthritis strongly recommends exercise. We turn that into a plan built for your joints:
- Strengthening the muscles that support painful joints
- Manual therapy to ease stiffness and improve motion
- Joint-friendly activity such as walking, cycling and water exercise
- Balance training to lower your risk of falls
- Practical tips for stairs, chairs, gardening and flare-ups
Frequently asked questions
Will exercise make my arthritis worse?
The right exercise usually helps. Mild soreness can be normal, and we adjust your program if a joint flares so you keep moving safely.
Can physical therapy delay joint replacement?
For many people, exercise-based therapy reduces pain and improves function enough to put off surgery. If you do need a joint replacement, being stronger beforehand helps recovery.
Book arthritis treatment in Crossville
Call (931) 456-5757 or visit 50 Stanley St., Crossville, TN 38555. Open Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:15 PM. See also balance and fall prevention and post-surgical rehabilitation.