Physical therapy is a health care specialty involved with evaluating, diagnosing, and treating disorders of the musculoskeletal system. The ultimate goal of physical therapy is to restore maximal functional independence to each individual patient. To achieve this goal, physical modalities such as exercise, heat, cold or electric currents and massage are utilized. Physical therapy is provided by Physical Therapists, who are licensed health care professionals with a masters or doctorate degree in physical therapy. Physical therapists evaluate, diagnose, and manage the physical therapy treatment plan, customizing it to each individual's needs.
Physical therapy is useful in treating many different medical disorders such as:
Sports and Orthopedic Injuries
Neurological Illness
Muscular Illness
Cardiopulmonary Diseases
Arthritis/Skeletal Disorders
Generalized Weakness
COPD/Chronic Lung Diseases
Parkinson's Disease
Lymphedema
Unsteady Gait
Vestibular Irregularities
Physical Dysfunction
General Deconditioning
Here are some of the services an AmeriCare Occupational Therapist can provide:
Post Op Joint Surgery
Gait & Balance Training
Stroke Rehabilitation
Lymphedema Therapy
Muscle Strengthening
Individualized Exercise Programs
Upper Extremity/Hand Rehabilitation
Neuromuscular Disease
Cognitive Rehabilitation
Energy Conservation Techniques
Home Safety Evaluation
Anodyne Therapy
Transfer Training
Fall Risk Assessment
Pain Management
Adaptive Equipment
Through patient and therapist interaction, physical therapy can help restore movement and function helping patients return to their prior level of independence.
AmeriCare Home Health Physical Therapy services are covered 100% by Medicare for patients who qualify for home health care. We also accept TriCare, VA and some private insurances.
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