Our Services: Health, Geriatric, Neurological, Orthopedic, Pediatric
Common Conditions For Which Rehabilitation Works Can Help!
Rehabilitation Works' therapists evaluate and treat the results of injury, disease, and conditions, including the following:
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Many health conditions, as well as the aging process, contribute to reduced mobility for older adults. Early proactive care maximizes potential benefits and efficient use of personal/insurance resources. Rehabilitation Works designs individualized treatment programs to prevent or improve deficits through exercise. Along with our focus on physical impairments, we work with clients to explore other issues which potentially impact mobilization, such as attitudes regarding activity; problematic anxieties or fears; and needs for socialization.
Geriatric Assessment
Because balance is commonly impaired in geriatric conditions, an assessment typically includes the following sensory systems:
Visual • Vestibular • Somatosensory
As well as important balance components:
- Postural Alignment
- Endurance
- Timing/Coordination
- Strength/Power
- Range of Motion/Flexibility
Geriatric Treatment Options
- Strengthening
- Stretching to Improve Range of Motion)
- Environmental Modifications/Assistive Devices
- Training in Compensation Techniques
- Challenging Balance to Reeducate Sensory Systems
- Cardiovascular Exercise
Rehabilitation Works offers a comprehensive multidisciplinary Rehabilitation Program designed to maximize cognitive, social and physical abilities and assist with the development of skills required for daily living.
Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapy assessment and treatment is available for individuals with Neuromuscular Disorders, Traumatic Brain Injury, Closed Head Injury, Spinal Cord Injury, and Stroke.
Examples of therapeutic activities include:
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The therapy team at Rehabilitation Works collaborates with a variety of individuals and organizations with the physician's approval. Our goal is to maximize the client's ability to function optimally at home, work or school. Treatment is available in our clinic, at home, and in community settings.
Back to the topThroughout our busy life, many opportunities are present for potential orthopedic injury. If one has an insult to their musculoskeletal system by injury, disease or aging process, it can greatly affect their optimal quality of life.
At Rehabilitation Works, we evaluate the client with a holistic approach and establish a program tailored to the individual to achieve a desirable outcome. The physical therapist will evaluate:
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Treatment combinations may include modalities, manual therapy, postural/body mechanics instruction and range of motion strengthening.
We focus on functional training through reeducation of muscle systems with a triplanar strengthening program, to simulate everyday activities specific to each client. Open/closed kinetic chain techniques are used with isometric/isotonic exercises. We also offer isokinetic (Cybex) evaluation/training. Sport specific exercises are given according to individual lifestyle.
Back to the topRehabilitation Works offers pediatric Occupational, Physical and Speech therapy services. Our focus is on a collaborative approach between children, parents, and medical personnel. When appropriate, parents are encouraged to participate in all treatment sessions to aid in implementation of techniques at home. Assessment and treatment is available for:
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Our team of therapists is trained in Sensory Integration and Praxis Test administration, therapeutic listening, neurodevelopmental treatment techniques, oral motor assessment and intervention, "How Does Your Engine Run?" (the ALERT program), myofascial release and craniosacral techniques, kinesiotaping and aquatic therapy.
As developed with the physician or dentist, a treatment plan may include:
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For acute and chronic conditions, therapists may provide training in self management techniques, including pain management, energy conservation, and body mechanics.
Don't let any of these issues affect your daily life. Our specialized training in personal health can help you. Ask your physician for a referral to Rehabilitation Works-Personal Health Services.
Personal Health Services
Rehabilitation Works recognizes unique health needs that are not often addressed by traditional therapy. Our therapists have worked to obtain the knowledge and skills required to address personal issues. We can assist you in regaining control through use of exercise, manual therapy, relaxation education and other specialized techniques. Each program is customized to meet your individual needs in a very private and comfortable environment.
Urinary Incontinence
Urinary incontinence is the involuntary leakage of urine that may occur while coughing, sneezing or during a strong sudden urge to urinate. Urinary incontinence can affect men and women of all age and should not be accepted as a normal part of growing older. This program helps train weak or overly tight muscles and will retrain the bladder. Treatment may include: exercise, biofeedback, soft tissue release and learning ways to use muscles correctly in everyday activities.
Pelvic Pain Disorders
Some of you suffer with pelvic pain and tension conditions that greatly interfere with normal activities. The pain in these conditions maybe felt in the vaginal/rectal region, lower abdomen or pelvis. Physical therapists with advanced training in pelvic pain rehabilitation will identify your individual needs. Treatment may include: pelvic floor relaxation techniques, biofeedback and other special techniques.
Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis is a condition in which there is a loss of bone density, causing the bones to become weak and fragile. Physical therapy will include education to improve safety and prevent falls.
Musculoskeletal Pain During Pregnancy
Some women may have problems during pregnancy with pain in the lower and upper back, ribs, hip or groin area. Our pelvic rehab physical therapist will identify the best treatment while considering the specials precautions needed during the pregnancy period and following delivery.
After Breast Surgery
Following breast surgery, women may experience difficulty with stiffness of the shoulder or neck, or arm swelling. Our myofascial release therapist provides the expertise and guidance to restore movement and the ability to return to work and home activity. The treatment approach may include: exercise, manual techniques, and education regarding skin care and precautions.
Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition with widespread musculoskeletal pain, commonly including problems with sleep disturbance, generalized stiffness and fatigue. Physical therapy is helpful in decreasing pain and improving your ability to manage everyday activities. Treatment may include: exercise, manual therapy and myofascial release techniques.
To meet the challenges and demands of everyday life, choose Rehabilitation Works. (269) 345-9191
