Physical Therapy for Arthritis and Joint Pain
Arthritis Treatment at Bushnell Physical Therapy Contact UsJoint pain can make everyday life harder than it should be. Whether it’s knee stiffness when getting out of bed, shoulder pain reaching overhead, aching hips during walks, or neck and back discomfort that never seems to fully go away, arthritis and chronic joint pain can slowly limit the activities you enjoy most.
At Bushnell Physical Therapy, we believe movement is medicine. But we also understand that painful joints can make movement feel intimidating or frustrating. That’s where we come in.
Our approach is simple:
- Reset irritated tissues and calm pain
- Retrain movement patterns, strength, and stability
- Restore confidence, mobility, and quality of life
Whether your pain is caused by arthritis, aging, injury, inflammation, surgery, or years of wear and tear, our goal is to help you keep moving safely and confidently.
Why Patients Choose Bushnell Physical Therapy
No two patients experience arthritis the same way. Some people struggle with pain during exercise, while others feel limited by stiffness, weakness, instability, or loss of confidence.
That’s why every treatment plan is individualized to your specific needs, goals, and activity level.
Our patients consistently tell us they appreciate:
- Feeling listened to
- Receiving individualized attention
- Being guided through exercises step-by-step
- Having a plan tailored specifically to them
- Understanding why they are doing certain treatments
We take the time to get to know your symptoms, lifestyle, and goals so your treatment feels personal — not generic.
What Treatment Looks Like
Many patients benefit from targeted treatments such as dry needling or ASTYM therapy, especially when muscle tension, stiffness, or irritation is limiting movement. These techniques can help reduce symptoms enough to make exercise and movement more effective, which is where long-term progress really happens.
Depending on the patient, treatment may include:
- Therapeutic exercise
- Joint mobilization
- Manual therapy
- Soft tissue treatment
- Instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM)
- ASTYM therapy with certified providers
- Dry needling
- Aquatic therapy
- Mobility and flexibility work
- Strength and stability training
- Balance and gait training
- Home exercise programs
What to Expect at Your First Visit
Your first appointment starts with a full evaluation to better understand your symptoms, mobility limitations, strength, movement patterns, and goals.
From there, we build a treatment plan based on what you need specifically.
For some people, the first priority is calming pain down enough to move comfortably again. For others, it’s improving strength, flexibility, endurance, or stability. Most treatment plans evolve over time as symptoms improve and confidence builds.
We want patients to leave therapy not only feeling better, but understanding how to keep making progress on their own.
Common Areas We Treat
Many of our patients are active adults trying to stay healthy and independent. Others are recovering from surgery, hoping to avoid joint replacement, or simply tired of feeling limited by pain all the time.
Not everybody wants to run marathons or play competitive pickleball. Sometimes the goal is just being able to walk comfortably, get through work without pain, play with grandkids, exercise consistently, or stop dreading stairs.
Those goals matter too.
We regularly work with patients dealing with:
Neck pain
Chronic back pain
Knee arthritis
Hip pain and stiffness
Shoulder pain
Post-surgical stiffness
Joint degeneration
Chronic inflammation
General mobility limitations
What Our Customers Are Saying
Don’t just take it from us, let our customers do the talking!
“I’m very pleased with the care I am receiving at Bushnell Physical Therapy. The therapists are all friendly and caring and they keep you busy working out which is the reason you are there. I’ve been there for two weeks and have already seen improvement. I’m excited to see the results after six weeks. I highly recommend coming here for your care!“
Schedule a Consultation Today
If arthritis or joint pain has been keeping you from moving the way you want to, physical therapy can help. Our team is here to help you move better, feel stronger, and get back to the activities that matter to you.
Common Arthritis & Joint Pain Questions
Should I exercise if I have arthritis?
In most cases, yes. Appropriate movement and exercise are some of the best tools for managing arthritis. The key is choosing the right type and intensity of exercise for your body and symptoms.
What if movement hurts?
This is extremely common. Pain can make people avoid movement, which often leads to more stiffness and weakness over time.
Our goal is to help reduce pain enough that movement becomes more manageable and productive. Treatment is designed to meet you where you are currently — not where you “should” be.
Can physical therapy help me avoid surgery?
For many patients, physical therapy can significantly improve pain, mobility, and function. While not every patient can avoid surgery entirely, therapy often helps delay surgery or improve outcomes if surgery eventually becomes necessary.
Is arthritis just part of getting older?
Some joint changes are common with aging, but pain and loss of function should not simply be ignored. Many people experience meaningful improvements in strength, mobility, and quality of life with the right treatment approach.
Do I need a referral for physical therapy?
Contact Bushnell Physical Therapy to discuss your options. We also offer free consultations to help determine whether physical therapy may be right for you.
Reach out today
Bushnell Physical Therapy has clinics located in Provo and Orem.
Free consultations | One-on-one treatment sessions | Individualized care plans | Most insurance plans accepted
If we didn’t answer all of your questions, feel free to drop us a line anytime.