Physical Therapy
Physical Therapy is a health and
rehabilitation profession. Physical Therapists are health
care professionals who work with people of all ages to evaluate and
treat health problems resulting from injury or disease.
Physical therapists assess joint motion, muscle strength and
endurance, and function of the heart and lungs, and performance of
activities required in daily living, among other
responsibilities. The goal in physical therapy is to help
restore the body to its normal state of health to ensure people
function at their highest possible level and avoid hurting
themselves at work or play.
Physical
Therapists can:
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Evaluate physical problems
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Increase and maintain muscle strength and endurance
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Restore and increase joint range of motion
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Increase coordination and flexibility
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Relieve pain and decrease inflammation and muscle spasms
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Promote healing of soft tissue lesions
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Prevent contracture and deformity of limbs
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Alleviate walking problems
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Re-educate patients and families about their care
Treatments may include:
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Modalities, which utilize heat, cold, ultrasound, or
electrical stimulation
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Soft tissue treatments
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Return to sport/cardiovascular training
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Joint mobilizations
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Therapeutic exercises
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Training in activities of daily living
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Body mechanics/posture training
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Balance re-education
Convenient Hours
and Quality Services
Physical Therapy services are provided by
Licensed Physical Therapists and Licensed Physical Therapy
Assistants. Our department has extensive experience in
working with people of all ages.
Physical Therapy visits must be prescribed by
a physician and can be billed to a variety of private insurance
plans, Medi-Cal, Medicare, and Workers' Compensation plans.
Physical Therapy hours are 7:30 AM to
4:30 PM and are closed from 11:45 AM to 12:45 PM for
lunch. To schedule an appointment, please call (209)
754-2609.