PHYSICAL THERAPY SERVICES
Some of our residents may benefit from the services of a physical therapist. Our physical therapy program addresses a wide range of diagnoses. A physical therapist will evaluate a resident for special needs and create an individualized treatment program to maximize endurance, strength, coordination, balance, range-of-motion, and independence in mobility and to decrease pain. Continued re-assessment and flexible plans of care allow our therapists to assist each resident in attaining their maximum potential for independence whether in a care-setting or upon return home.

A sample of provided services under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist:

Evaluation and ongoing treatment to address:
   · Range-of-motion deficits
   · Strength conditioning
   · Endurance

Gait Analysis and treatment plans to address:
   · Balance
   · Coordination
   · Use of appropriate Assistive Devices
   · Dysfunction and pain

Mobility assessment and treatment to address:
   · Evaluation of wheelchair and seating needs
   · Transfer training
   · Bed mobility
   · Orthotic and Prosthetic assessment and monitoring
   · Use of multiple modalities as the resident's needs apply
   · Segue to appropriate restorative and maintenance programs
         as the resident progresses with independence
   · Assessment of safety needs in the home prior to discharge, as appropriate