Physical Therapy
What Is the Purpose of Physical Therapy?
At Crichton Rehabilitation Center, we offer personalized physical therapy programs to help individuals who have experienced an injury, illness or medical condition get back to their previous level of activity.
Physical therapists (PTs) and physical therapist assistants (PTAs) are licensed professionals who help identify movement problems, improve mobility, restore function and support you in staying active and moving safely.
We create personalized, results-oriented programs that help patients return to their highest level of functional independence. We take pride in our ability to work closely with our patients, giving them the attention they deserve to help reach their maximum rehabilitation potential.
Who Benefits from Physical Therapy?
PT services provide essential support for a wide range of conditions, injuries and recovery needs. Patients who may benefit from these services include those experiencing:
- Amputation
- Arthritis and joint disorders
- Balance and dizziness
- Cancer-related concerns
- Childhood disabilities
- Fibromyalgia
- Industrial and workplace injuries
- Jaw pain
- Lymphedema
- Motor vehicle injuries
- Neck and back pain
- Neurological conditions
- Pain management
- Pelvic girdle dysfunctions
- Pregnancy-related back pain
- Shoulder, arm and hand care
- Sports injuries
- Stroke and head injuries
What Happens During Physical Therapy?
Physical therapy involves a variety of specialized treatments tailored to each patient’s specific recovery goals. Depending on the clinical assessment, a treatment plan may include:
- Anodyne therapy
- Balance and fall prevention
- Body mechanics instruction
- Dry needling
- Electrical stimulation and TENS
- Exercise programs
- Gait training
- Home exercise instruction
- Iontophoresis and phonophoresis
- Manual lymphatic drainage
- Manual therapy and massage
- Traction
- Ultrasound