Art Of Healing Meets Science Of Medicine At Philip Physical Therapy

New Canaan's Philip Physical Therapy boasts specialized treatment for patients of varying walks of life; from professional athletes to weekend warriors and armchair quarterbacks, Philip Physical Therapy utilizes comprehensive techniques to ensure a unique treatment protocol that maximizes the restoration of wellness, comfort and return to life's activities and adventures.

Patch: At Philip Physical Therapy, you pride yourself on treating all different types of clients. How do you ensure that you can handle so many different body types and conditions?

Dr. Philip: Great question! The integration of the science of medicine to the art of healing is an essential component to physical therapy. Education is the cornerstone to understanding the science of medicine. Having received three degrees in the science of physical therapy (bachelors, masters and doctor of science), I’ve been thoroughly enveloped in the science of physical therapy as a healing option for patients. This, in addition to my inquisitive nature and countless other professional associations and debates over the many years, I’ve been able to grasp a thorough understanding of functional pathoanatomy and how to best assist the body best healing.

Patch: How did you become involved in physical therapy?

Dr. Philip: I first learned of physical therapy from my high school guidance counselor. As a child, I had always visualized myself attending either West Point or Annapolis and becoming a career serviceman. A component of applying for either institution was to take the Armed Service Vocational Aptitude Battery Examination (ASVAB). The results of this ASVAB indicated that I am best suited for the field of medicine or engineering. It was at this point that my guidance counselor introduced me to the field of physical therapy.

Patch: You lecture nationally on a number of topics. What how long have you been lecturing? How did you begin your lecturing career?

Dr. Philip: I have been lecturing nationally since I was 20 years old. My mentor and friend, Dr. Russell Woodman, invited me to assist him in lecturing. My initial responsibilities were quite simple and mechanical. I was often the model for Dr. Woodman to introduce the various evaluation and treatment strategies to the audience. As my knowledge increased, Dr. Woodman pressed upon me the opportunity to lead lectures and laboratory experiences. He encouraged me to answer questions that arose from the attendees. As time progressed and I evolved as an educator, Dr. Woodman gave me more responsibilities. With Dr. Woodman, I have taught multiple lectures on subject matter of the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spines, the shoulder, elbow and wrist and the hip, knee and ankle.

I currently teach nationally three lectures that I wrote on lower back pain, pelvic pain and the pelvic girdle. The information that I teach is referenced in my newly released textbook, "Pelvic Pain and Dysfunction."

Patch: How does Philip Physical Therapy stand out from the competition?

Dr. Philip: First, I’d like to introduce what physical therapy is and what physical therapy can offer you. Physical therapy is a non-surgical approach to medicine, where a licensed physical therapist evaluates your body from a functional perspective, making determinations of which factors may be contributing to your pain, dysfunction or inability to attain your goals. Once the evaluation is completed, your physical therapist will create a customized program that addresses your specific weaknesses, restrictions of motion or factors that provoke and perpetuate your pain.

Patch: What three questions should readers ask when looking for a reputable physical therapist?

Dr. Philip: I am a proponent of interviewing your physical therapist, asking pertinent questions regarding the prospective physical therapists’ background in addressing your condition. While there is no cookbook recipe in physical therapy, your prospective clinician should be able to answer questions efficiently and effectively on how they would best address your condition.

Patch: How can readers contact you or learn more about Philip Physical Therapy?

Dr. Philip: You can read more about Philip Physical Therapy at www.PhilipPhysicalTherapy.com. Our office phone number is (203) 966-3076, or you can email me directly [via] Peter@PhilipPhysicalTherapy.com.

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