Orthopedic Physical Therapy in Prescott
One-on-One Care Focused on Getting You Back to Moving Well
Personal Care. Thoughtful Treatment. Real Results.
At Permar Physical Therapy, orthopedic physical therapy is simple and personal.
You’ll work directly with Dr. Gage Permar, DPT, every visit — no techs, no rotating staff, and no rushed appointments.
The focus is understanding what’s causing your pain or limitation and building a plan that actually helps you move better, not just feel better temporarily.
One-on-one appointments with Dr. Permar
Thorough evaluation and clear plan
Hands-on treatment and guided exercise
Straightforward explanations — no guesswork
Focus on long-term improvement, not quick fixes
Move Better.
Feel Stronger.
Live With Less Pain.
What Is Orthopedic Physical Therapy?
Orthopedic physical therapy focuses on the treatment or rehabilitation of injuries to the orthopedic system, which includes muscles, bones, joints, tendons, and ligaments. Basically, if you have an issue that affects any muscle or joint in your body there’s a great chance we can help you.
From your head to your feet, if you have pain, stiffness, or weakness orthopedic physical therapy can help you.
Why Orthopedic Physical Therapy?
Western medicine currently treats most orthopedic issues with an approach that focuses on symptoms. Pain killers, anti-inflammatory drugs, and injections are your options with western medicine. While these treatment approaches are needed at certain times and can be effective, they’re not a long-term solution. Primarily because they mask symptoms (pain) opposed to addressing the underlying cause of symptoms.
Surgery is another approach often advocated. Total knee replacements, total hip replacements, and rotator cuff repairs come to mind. These are great surgeries and often result in great outcomes. Following these types of surgeries rehabilitation is required.
Often times though, people are “in between.” They may not be to a point that surgery is required but pain and stiffness still limit their ability to function at the level they desire. This is where orthopedic physical therapy can make a HUGE difference. And where long-term use of pain meds, NSAIDS, and frequent injections may do more harm than good.
Orthopedic physical therapy has the potential to be so effective under these circumstances because a point is made to identify and address the CAUSE of your pain and stiffness. Opposed to just treating the pain and stiffness. There is a major difference between these two approaches. The former results in lasting functional mobility and long-term pain relief. The later may make you feel better for a little while, but who wants to take more and more pills forever just to function?
F.A.Q.
Frequently Asked Questions
What conditions do you treat with orthopedic physical therapy?
Back, neck, shoulder, hip, knee, and joint pain, as well as muscle strains, stiffness, and mobility limitations.
Do I need surgery before starting physical therapy?
No. Many patients benefit from physical therapy before surgery is ever considered.
What does a typical visit involve?
Each session may include manual therapy, targeted exercise, movement retraining, and education specific to your needs.