A slip-and-fall accident can happen unexpectedly in a grocery store, parking lot, restaurant, apartment complex, or other public or private property.
While some falls cause minor bruising, others result in injuries that require medical care and rehabilitation.
Common injuries from slip-and-fall accidents
Falls may result in wrist injuries, shoulder strains, back pain, neck injuries, knee injuries, ankle sprains, hip injuries, or fractures.
Because falls can also cause head injuries and other serious conditions, medical assessment is important before beginning rehabilitation.
How physical therapy supports recovery
Physical therapy may help patients improve joint mobility, restore strength, reduce pain, and regain balance and walking ability.
Your therapist may incorporate manual therapy, therapeutic exercises, gait training, balance exercises, and functional activities.
Recovery after a fall involving a liability claim
Some slip-and-fall accidents involve premises liability insurance claims. When treatment is associated with a liability claim, clear documentation of symptoms, functional limitations, and progress can be important.
Our clinic maintains clinical records and can coordinate with authorized representatives, including attorneys, when appropriate.
Physical therapy documentation describes clinical findings and care; it does not determine legal responsibility for an accident.
Get back to moving comfortably
At Greenbelt Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine, we provide individualized rehabilitation for patients recovering from fall-related musculoskeletal injuries.
Injured in a slip-and-fall accident? Contact our office to discuss your treatment needs.
From the first steps to everyday confidence
- Tell your therapist where balance feels difficult: stairs, curbs, uneven ground, or getting out of a chair.
- Bring instructions about weight bearing, braces, assistive devices, or fracture precautions.
- Work on prescribed walking, balance, and strength activities at a level appropriate for your stage of healing.
Common Questions
Should I start therapy immediately after a fall?
Get an appropriate medical assessment first, especially after a head impact, suspected fracture, or difficulty bearing weight. Therapy timing depends on the injury and medical instructions.
Can therapy help me feel steadier?
When appropriate, treatment can address strength, balance, walking mechanics, and functional confidence. Your therapist selects activities based on your assessment; therapy cannot eliminate every fall risk.
Further Reading
ChoosePT: Benefits of Physical Therapy ↗General educational information, not a diagnosis or individual treatment or legal advice. Your clinician can discuss your medical needs; an appropriate legal professional can address claim questions.
Your Comeback Starts Here
Physical Therapy in Greenbelt, Maryland
Greenbelt Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine Inc.
7241 Hanover Parkway, Suite A
Greenbelt, MD 20770