Physical therapy will be an indispensable part of your rehabilitation program if you suffer a broken bone during athletic activities. After stabilizing or immobilizing the fractured bone, your primary care doctor refers you to a physical therapist to hasten the healing process.
First, the therapist shows you how to use assistive devices like crutches or canes and minimize weight on the injured bone. Then, the physician uses strengthening exercises, soft tissue mobilization, and other techniques to restore function and range of motion.
Everyone’s bone fracture heals differently, depending on the location. Generally, fractures heal by about eight weeks with physical therapy, although severe and complex fractures take longer.
