Physiotherapy
Rebuild strength. Restore function. Prevent re-injury.
Physiotherapy at Chiropractic Solutions of Denver is a structured rehabilitation program designed to help you recover from injuries, regain mobility, and build the strength needed to stay pain-free long term. While chiropractic adjustments address joint alignment, physiotherapy targets the muscles, tendons, and movement patterns that support those joints.
Dr. Baldwin creates individualized rehabilitation programs based on a thorough assessment of your posture, biomechanics, range of motion, and functional goals. Whether you're recovering from a car accident, managing a chronic condition, or returning to sport, physiotherapy is a critical part of lasting recovery.
What physiotherapy includes
Our physiotherapy program draws on several evidence-based modalities, combined based on your specific condition and recovery goals:
Therapeutic exercise
Targeted stretches and strengthening exercises designed to restore flexibility, improve joint stability, and correct muscle imbalances. Exercises are taught in the office with proper form, then prescribed for home to reinforce progress between visits.
Manual therapy
Hands-on techniques including soft tissue mobilization, myofascial release, and joint mobilization to reduce pain, break up scar tissue, and improve range of motion in restricted areas.
Therapeutic ultrasound
Deep-heating sound waves that increase tissue extensibility, promote collagen formation, and reduce pain in muscles, tendons, and ligaments. Particularly effective for chronic tendon injuries and scar tissue adhesions.
Interferential current therapy (IFC)
A form of electrical stimulation that reduces pain, decreases muscle spasm, and promotes circulation to injured tissues. IFC penetrates deeper than traditional TENS units, making it effective for conditions involving deeper muscle layers and joints.
Neuromuscular re-education
Exercises and techniques that retrain the communication between your brain and your muscles. After an injury, the body often develops compensatory movement patterns that can lead to further problems. Neuromuscular re-education restores proper movement mechanics.
Conditions we treat with physiotherapy
- Post-accident recovery — auto accident injuries, whiplash, soft tissue trauma
- Sports injuries — sprains, strains, overuse injuries, return-to-sport rehabilitation
- Chronic back and neck pain — when weakness or instability contributes to recurring pain
- Post-surgical rehabilitation — recovery after orthopedic procedures
- Shoulder and rotator cuff injuries — impingement, frozen shoulder, post-injury strengthening
- Knee injuries — ACL, meniscus, and patellofemoral rehabilitation
- Balance and fall prevention — for older adults or patients with neurological conditions
- Repetitive strain injuries — carpal tunnel, tennis elbow, and other overuse conditions
Why physiotherapy matters alongside chiropractic care
An adjustment can restore a joint's position and mobility, but if the surrounding muscles are weak, tight, or firing in the wrong patterns, the problem tends to return. Physiotherapy addresses these underlying factors — building the muscular support system that keeps your adjustments holding longer and your body moving better.
This is why Dr. Baldwin's approach combines chiropractic adjustments with structured rehabilitation, rather than relying on adjustments alone. The goal is not just to get you out of pain, but to make sure the pain doesn't come back.
What to expect
Your first visit includes a comprehensive evaluation of your movement, strength, and functional limitations. From there, Dr. Baldwin designs a personalized rehabilitation plan with specific goals and timelines. Most patients see measurable progress within the first few weeks of consistent treatment.
Home exercise compliance is a key factor in outcomes. Patients who follow their prescribed program between office visits consistently achieve better and faster results.
Is physiotherapy covered by insurance?
Most insurance plans cover physiotherapy services when prescribed as part of a treatment plan. Our team will verify your coverage before beginning treatment. We also offer affordable self-pay options.
Contact us at 303.647.9196 or to schedule an evaluation and start your personalized rehabilitation program.