Joyce Dela Cruz Creencia

Joyce Dela Cruz Creencia is a Physical Therapist dedicated to empowering patients with proactive, comprehensive Physical Therapy care. As a partner in preventive health featured on weprevent.org, she practices at her clinic in Coral Springs, FL, and is registered with The Florida Board of Medicine, practicing under the Florida Statutes, Title XXXII, Chapter 458 (Medical Practice). General physical therapists are your primary partners in preventive care, collaborating to create long-term health plans, coordinating screenings, and restoring movement and function, guiding you through injury rehabilitation and empowering you to maintain optimal wellness for life. She serves all ages. Please call (954) 752-6188 to confirm if she is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Joyce Creencia is a physical therapist in Coral Springs, FL, committed to a collaborative, evidence-based approach to care. She fosters a supportive environment where patients feel empowered to take an active role in their long-term health, understanding that preventive measures are crucial for maintaining well-being. Her practice prioritizes creating personalized plans that address individual needs and promote long-term wellness. Dr. Joyce Creencia provides consultations primarily in English.

A key part of the WePrevent mission is building your personalized prevention roadmap. Dr. Joyce Creencia is a vital partner in this journey, focusing on proactive strategies to protect and enhance your long-term health.

By working together, you and Dr. Joyce Creencia can create a clear, actionable plan to address your unique risk factors and health goals.

A proactive approach to health involves understanding and managing potential risks. Dr. Joyce Creencia provides expert care for a range of conditions, focusing on early detection and effective management to support your long-term wellness. Common areas of focus include:

• Thoracic Compression Fracture: A thoracic compression fracture can significantly impact your quality of life; therefore, prioritizing preventative measures like regular bone density screenings and adopting a healthy lifestyle can make a huge difference.
• Traumatic Amputation: Early detection of underlying conditions that increase the risk of amputation, like uncontrolled diabetes, is crucial for preventive care.
• Bone Spur: Bone spurs may not always need treatment, but engaging in preventive physical therapy to build strength and improve flexibility can decrease their likelihood and alleviate related pain.
• Spondolthesis: By strengthening core muscles and improving posture, physical therapy can effectively prevent progression of spondylolisthesis and improve your overall quality of life.
• Acute Postoperative Pain: Early identification and treatment of acute postoperative pain are crucial for preventing complications like stiffness, limited mobility, and prolonged recovery times.
• Osteosarcoma of the Spine: Understanding family history and genetic predispositions can help manage the risk of osteosarcoma of the spine, and prompt medical attention upon noticing any concerning symptoms can minimize long-term consequences.
• Achilles Tendon Rupture Repair: Addressing underlying conditions like plantar fasciitis or foot deformities can significantly reduce your risk of an Achilles tendon rupture, making surgery unnecessary.

This list highlights some common health concerns and is for informational purposes only. The best way to understand your personal health and create a prevention plan is to schedule a consultation. Accurate diagnosis and personalized treatment plans are developed based on individual patient evaluations.

Taking proactive steps is central to long-term health. Dr. Joyce Creencia offers a range of key preventive screenings and services designed to provide crucial insights into your health and support your well-being:

• Core Muscle Endurance Testing: Proactively assess your core strength and stability with a core muscle endurance test to help avoid injuries.
• Cervical Epidural Steroid Injection: A cervical epidural steroid injection is a procedure that can help reduce inflammation and pain in your neck, potentially preventing the need for more extensive treatments.
• Synvisc® Injection: As part of your proactive joint health strategy, Synvisc® injections can help alleviate pain and improve the quality of your daily life.
• Lumbar Medial Branch Block: This procedure helps prevent unnecessary treatments by precisely diagnosing the cause of your lower back pain, thereby focusing your physical therapy on the most effective approaches.
• Intradiscal Electrothermal Annuloplasty: Intradiscal Electrothermal Annuloplasty is a procedure that can help prevent the progression of disc degeneration by reinforcing the annulus fibrosus, a critical structure in your spine, thus preserving your mobility.
• Balance Testing: Protect yourself from injuries by getting your balance checked; early detection of issues can prevent falls and improve your mobility.
• Ultrasound-Guided Injection: Ultrasound-guided injections are a proactive step in reducing inflammation and pain, enabling you to regain movement and function more quickly and efficiently.

Service availability can change, and not all services listed may be appropriate for every patient. For a comprehensive understanding of all available services and to create your personalized screening plan, please schedule a consultation.

All medical services are provided in accordance with the standard scope of practice for Physical Therapies in Florida.

Dr. Joyce Creencia is dedicated to partnering with Caregivers to achieve their unique health objectives. The following examples illustrate how a proactive approach can make a tangible difference in a Patient's life:

• By prioritizing regular bone density screenings and adopting a healthy lifestyle, a patient significantly reduced their risk of a thoracic compression fracture, ensuring a more active and pain-free future.
• By proactively managing underlying conditions like diabetes, a patient significantly reduced their risk of a traumatic amputation, gaining peace of mind and a healthier future.
• By implementing a proactive physical therapy program focused on strengthening and flexibility, a patient significantly reduced the likelihood of developing bone spurs and experienced a noticeable decrease in related pain. This proactive approach provided the patient with peace of mind and empowered them to maintain an active lifestyle.

These scenarios are illustrative examples of positive health outcomes. Individual results may vary and depend on many factors specific to each patient. She will work with you to define and achieve your personal health goals.

Here are answers to some common questions about proactive Physical Therapy care with Dr. Joyce Creencia:

What is a Physical Therapist?

Dr. Joyce Creencia and our physical therapists are licensed healthcare professionals who specialize in movement and improving quality of life. They provide hands-on care, education, and exercises to prevent injuries, manage pain, and restore function after an illness or surgery.

What should I expect during my first physical therapy evaluation?

Your first visit with Dr. Creencia will be a comprehensive assessment. She will discuss your medical history and goals, then perform a physical evaluation of your posture, movement, strength, and flexibility. This evaluation is the starting point for creating a completely personalized prevention and recovery plan.

Can physical therapy help me avoid surgery?

Yes, in many cases. Physical therapy can be as effective as surgery for conditions like chronic back pain, rotator cuff tears, or knee osteoarthritis. It's a powerful, non-invasive first step to reduce pain and improve function, potentially preventing the need for more invasive procedures.

How does physical therapy help prevent injuries?

Dr. Creencia's physical therapy proactively identifies muscle imbalances, weakness, or poor movement patterns that could lead to injury through a functional movement screen. A personalized exercise program can then be created to correct these issues, preventing future problems.

What is 'manual therapy'?

Manual therapy is a hands-on approach used by Dr. Creencia to address pain and improve movement. It includes techniques like joint mobilization and soft tissue mobilization to restore joint motion and reduce muscle tension. This prepares the body for more effective therapeutic exercise.

I'm having joint replacement surgery. When should I start PT?

Prehabilitation (prehab) exercises before your joint replacement surgery can strengthen muscles and speed recovery. Post-operative physical therapy is critical, starting soon after surgery, to restore range of motion, rebuild strength, and ensure the best possible outcome. Dr. Creencia and her team will guide you through the entire process.

What is dry needling?

Dry needling is a skilled technique where a physical therapist inserts a thin needle into a muscle "trigger point" to release tension and relieve pain. It's based on Western anatomy and physiology, different from acupuncture, and can be a helpful tool to accelerate your recovery.

I have arthritis. Can physical therapy actually help?

Yes, physical therapy is a cornerstone of arthritis management. While it can't reverse arthritis, a targeted exercise program from Dr. Joyce Creencia can strengthen the muscles around the joint, improve flexibility, and significantly reduce pain, helping to prevent disability and maintain an active life.

5940 W Sample Rd Apt 105
Coral Springs FL 33067
Phone: (954) 752-6188

Joyce Dela Cruz Creencia is regulated by the Florida Statutes, Title XXXII, Chapter 458 (Medical Practice) in Florida and is licensed by The Florida Board of Medicine.

National Provider Identifier (NPI): 1407292170

Registration can typically be verified through The Florida Board of Medicine website or by direct inquiry.

The information on this profile, provided by weprevent.org, is for general informational purposes and to help you connect with preventive health partners. It does not constitute direct medical advice from the physician named. Physical Therapies like Dr. Joyce Creencia are skilled in helping patients create proactive health plans. For urgent or life-threatening emergencies, please call 911 or visit the nearest emergency department. It is always recommended to maintain open communication with your physical therapy about all aspects of your health and your personalized prevention plan.