Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation

Physical therapists conduct thorough evaluations of patients' physical abilities, functional limitations, pain levels, and medical history to develop individualized treatment goals and plans.

The department offers a wide range of therapeutic interventions and modalities to address various musculoskeletal, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and other conditions. These may include manual therapy, therapeutic exercises, gait training, balance training, neuromuscular re-education, modalities (such as ultrasound, electrical stimulation, and heat/cold therapy), and aquatic therapy.

Physical therapists specialize in orthopedic rehabilitation to help patients recover from orthopedic injuries, surgeries, or conditions affecting the musculoskeletal system, such as fractures, joint replacements, sprains, strains, and osteoarthritis.

The department provides neurological rehabilitation services to individuals with neurological disorders or injuries, such as stroke, traumatic brain injury (TBI), spinal cord injury (SCI), multiple sclerosis (MS), Parkinson's disease, and peripheral neuropathy.

Physical therapists offer cardiopulmonary rehabilitation programs for patients with cardiac or pulmonary conditions, such as heart disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, and pulmonary fibrosis. These programs focus on improving cardiovascular fitness, respiratory function, and endurance through exercise training and breathing exercises.

The department addresses pain management strategies as part of rehabilitation programs, including manual techniques, therapeutic exercises, modalities, and education on pain coping strategies and self-management techniques.

Physical therapists assist patients in regaining or improving their ability to perform activities of daily living (ADLs), mobility tasks, and functional movements essential for independent living, work, and recreational activities.

Physical therapists educate patients and their caregivers on injury prevention, proper body mechanics, ergonomic principles, and home exercise programs to enhance treatment outcomes, prevent re-injury, and promote long-term wellness.