That’s a great question—and it depends on what’s causing the pain, how severe it is, and how it affects your day-to-day life.
- You may benefit from Physical Therapy if:
- Pain comes and goes with movement or posture
- You feel stiffness, weakness, or instability
- You’re recovering from surgery or injury
- You want long-term, strength-based improvement
- Injections may be better if:
- Pain is sharp, burning, or radiating (like sciatica)
- You’ve tried therapy but still have pain
- You need quick relief to tolerate rehab
- The pain is clearly coming from inflammation or nerve irritation
At Medici, we often use both in a synergistic approach. Injections reduce inflammation and allow you to engage more fully in physical therapy. Our team will guide you toward the best option (or combination) during your initial evaluation.
