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    How Soon Should You Start Physical Therapy After Pain Begins?

    March 2026

    How Soon Should You Start Physical Therapy After Pain Begins?

    When pain begins, most people don't immediately search for a physical therapist. Instead, they wait. They stretch at home, take over-the-counter medication, rest for a few days, or assume the discomfort will resolve on its own. But when pain lingers—or keeps coming back—the real question becomes: How long should you wait before starting physical therapy?

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