Being me, I couldn't help notice that half the people at PT don't seem to know what to wear. Shoulder-injury guy lifts weights in a dress shirt. Hip-injury chick rides the stationary bike in tight khaki shorts and a flouncy tank top. And, I admit, the first time I went, I wore jeans and a sweater.
Sadly, I'm now practically an expert and here's what I wear:
- Under Armour shorts
- My new Saucony running shoes
Really, the only difference between my PT outfit and my running one is the lack of hat and sunblock.
Does it work? Yes. Physical therapy is a trip to the gym, massage therapist and doctor, all in one. Your therapist needs to be able to see your body and how it moves. He or she also needs to be able to access your injured area for icing and maybe electrical stimulation (my favorite part - it's like jump starting an old car). You will probably do some light to medium exercises, which means sweat and a need for mobility.
If you're injured, I'm sorry! Go to physical therapy. It might not always seem like you're doing a lot but this is my third round (I'm a little too active, perhaps) and every time it has made a difference.
Get well soon. See you on the trail!
Thanks for the info!
ReplyDeleteWhat would you wear for shoulder physical therapy?
I'm starting physical therapy at my college. The few people I saw were in jeans.
You could wear jeans, but you might get hot. You'll probably be doing the arm bike, some weight lifting, stretching and icing. The exercise part can really warm you up. I'd wear low-key workout bottoms - yoga pants, sweats, sweat shorts/soccer shorts. Or, if you're female, leggings.
ReplyDeleteI hope your shoulder heals well and quickly!
Great posting! I had my physical therapy last 6 months ago and I wore also my favorite saucony running shoes.
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