Physical therapy may be recommended for a number of reasons, all of which will include the goal of improving a patient’s quality of life, whether that be through improved mobility, pain relief, improving balance, or preventing injuries. Restoring or allowing patients to maintain their mobility while reducing pain as much as possible has very significant impact on their quality of life, often preventing potential future injuries from occurring or preventing the need for invasive surgeries down the road. When used for pain management, physical therapy is often able to prevent or reduce the need for patients to take strong pain-killers or potentially harmful opioids. It is also a great way for those dealing with age-related physical problems to learn various exercises and stretches that will continue to provide benefits for maintaining strength and mobility long-term to help manage chronic conditions, prevent falls or other injuries from occurring, and maintain their quality of life for much longer.