Orthopaedic manual physical therapy is a specialty within physical therapy. Orthopaedic manual physical therapists provide more hands on treatments for their patients. This treatment approach stimulates the neuro-musculoskeletal system focusing on joint and soft tissue mobilizations.

Orthopaedic manual physical therapists continually assess the progress and effectiveness of treatment of treatment programs to best serve the needs of their patients. The physical therapy in which a patient engages is aimed at:

• Reducing pain
• Increasing joint motion
• Increasing strength

The rehabilitation process includes conditioning exercises that help patients increase strength and flexibility in order to effectively regain their former abilities.