Are your getting dizzy? Losing your balance? Maybe your doctor has diagnosed you with a vestibular problem. Many are surprised to learn that Physical Therapy is an appropriate referral for these conditions. There are specefic exercises designed to help with vestibular problems.
When you come in, you will be be assessed by the PT. Then you and your PT will come up with a Plan of Care, determining which exercises are best for your condition. We also ...
Posted on 2020-04-01
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Posted on 2020-03-20
Sure everyone has heard of a support group. But not all support groups are run the same way. There's AA, NA, support groups for specific types of mental illness, strokes, etc. You get the picture. Well, since our LCSW has been managing at Excel Rehab, she's been learning more about amputee support groups. What we've learned is this-most amputee support groups are run more like clinics. There are often PTs, OTs, other staff, family members, Orthotics and Prosthetics ...
Posted on 2020-03-13
Last week, we looked into the causes, symptoms, and methods of prevention of ACL injuries. This week, we will discuss prevention methods, treatment options and the subsequent risks involved.
Prevention
Proper training and exercise can help reduce the risk of ACL injury. A physical therapist, athletic trainer or other specialist in sports medicine can provide assessment, instruction and feedback that can help you r...
Posted on 2020-02-29
This is our last blog in this series. We hope you've been following along. So we've talked about preparations, schedules, healthy balances, following treatment plans and setting appropraite limts. What's left? DISCHARGE!
Discharge Planning always begins the day you start therapy. You and your Physical Therapist set goals, a schedule and a timeline. Your physican may play a role in this as well.
Throughout therapy you will be learnin...
Posted on 2020-02-11
