Physical Therapy Defined Physical Therapy is a form of health care that identifies, corrects, and prevents acute or prolonged impaired functions of movement of an anatomic or physiologic beginning. Disabilities may be due to injury, strain, disease, or to the normal wear and tear of age leading to weak muscle disorders. Years of poor posture can also contribute to muscle disorders, which result in pain and restricted movement. Physical Therapy can often prevent permanent damage and relieve pain as well as discomfort if started in time. Your physical therapist is a key member of the total health care team that is trained to assist you in your rehabilitative needs. Through evaluation and programs of treatment, your therapist can help existing problems and provide preventative health care for people with a variety of needs.   Evaluation History and physical exam to identify problems and provide the information necessary to develop a successful treatment plan. Musculoskeletal Extremity Strength-Biodex Work Tolerance Screening Golf and Baseball Titleist Certified Golf Fitness Instructor Functional Capacity Evaluation Job-Site Analysis Biomechanical Analysis Pre-Placement Screening back to top   Acute Care Treatments aimed at reducing swelling, pain, inflammation, and promote healing of injured tissue. Exercise Manual Therapy Ultrasound Phonophoresis Iontophoresis Massage Moist Heat Jacuzzi Spa Whirlpool Mobilization Traction Cryotherapy TENS Debridement Bracing Intermittent Compression Wound Care Electrical Stimulation Taping Jobst Measurement   Rehabilitation Application of stretching, strengthening, and cardiovascular exercise to restore function. Fully-Equipped Gym for Therapeutic Exercise Job Simulation Work Hardening Work Reconditioning Spine Stabilization Exercise Advanced Athletic Rehabilitation Athletic Training Services & Event Coverage Member of Most Managed Care Programs Injury Prevention Programs Work-Site Education Golf and Baseball Titleist Certified Golf Fitness Instructor     about us  |  owners & staff  |  services  |  patient info  |  links  |  contact us  |  home Powered by leadingMD.com, inc.