From Wheelchair to Walking: Santa Rosa Medical Center Physical Therapy Helps Patient Reclaim Her Future

10/22/2025

After months of limited mobility following hip replacement surgery, Anna found renewed strength and independence through the dedicated care and personalized therapy at Santa Rosa Medical Center.

October 22, 2025 (Milton, FL) - After a hip replacement last year, Anna found herself wheelchair bound and struggling to regain her independence. “My mobility was almost zero,” she recalls. Searching for hope, she discovered Santa Rosa Medical Center’s Physical Therapy department — and everything changed.

In just three months of therapy, Anna went from being confined to a wheelchair to walking on her own. “What I like best is that I can finally see a future again,” she says with a smile. What stood out most to Anna was the dedication of the therapy team. She appreciated how the therapists challenged her just enough to make steady progress while always respecting her limits. Their personalized care, patience, and expertise made her feel genuinely supported throughout her recovery.

One treatment that made a major difference in Anna’s recovery was dry needling. Because of severe back pain and weakness, she couldn’t even use a walker at first. After incorporating dry needling into her care plan, she began to experience relief that allowed her to move again — the crucial first step toward rebuilding her strength and mobility.

Today, Anna enthusiastically recommends Santa Rosa Medical Center Physical Therapy to anyone and everyone. “I don’t think they have enough online places for me to put a good review,” she laughs. “I’d recommend anyone to come to this facility because it doesn’t matter what the ailment is. I see them work with everyone — from non-mobile patients to those who just need a little assistance. It’s all here. Everything is here.”

Anna’s story is one of strength, hope, and the life-changing care that happens every day at Santa Rosa Medical Center Physical Therapy. If you’re interested in learning more about our Outpatient Physical Therapy services, give us a call at 850-626-5187.

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