Vitals & Voices
Welcome to Vitals and Voices, brought to you by Lexington Regional Health Center — your community, your health, your care. This is your trusted source for health-related content that matters to you.
Each episode, we bring you real conversations with the voices behind the care — from medical experts and wellness champions to community leaders and patients — sharing insights, stories, and tips to help you live your healthiest life.
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Vitals & Voices
Understanding Physical Therapy
In this episode of Vitals & Voices, we explore a topic that impacts millions of Americans every year—physical therapy. Leeann Smith, Physical Therapist Assistant at Lexington Regional Health Center, explains what physical therapy is, why it’s so important, and how it helps people recover, manage pain, and improve mobility. She also shares insights into the different specialties within PT and even talks about a unique resource many people don’t know we have—a therapy pool!
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
- Why physical therapy is essential for recovery and long-term health
- The most common reasons people seek PT services
- How physical therapy works in different settings—hospital, clinic, and schools
- The benefits of aquatic therapy and why our therapy pool is a game-changer
- Specialties within physical therapy and how they support diverse patient needs
If you’re dealing with pain, recovering from surgery, or just want to improve your mobility, physical therapy can make a big difference. Reach out to Lexington Regional Health Center’s therapy department at (308) 324-8333 or visit our website www.lexingtonregional.org to learn more and schedule an appointment.
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