PHYSICAL THERAPY
Physical therapy supports residents who have lost function or independence to regain functional abilities such as walking, balance and endurance. Comprehensive physical therapy treatment services may include:
- Gait Training with Assistive Devices
- Muscle Strengthening & Coordination
- Safety Training
- Evaluation & Training for Prosthetics
- Transfer Training
- Pain Management
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
Occupational therapy assists residents working toward mastering the functional skills needed to reach an optimal level of independence in their activities of daily living, such as grooming, dressing, and bathing. Outcome-oriented occupational therapy services may include:
- Upper Extremity Strengthening & Coordination
- Assistive Device Assessment & Training
- Instruction in Self-Help Tasks
- Cognitive/Perceptual Assessment & Training
- Energy Conservation Techniques
SPEECH THERAPY
Speech Therapy assists residents with speech, language, swallowing, and hearing impairments. Speech therapy treatment services may include:
- Speech-Language Evaluation
- Swallowing (Dysphagia) Evaluation & Treatment
(Including Food Texture Evaluation & Recommendations) - Alternative Means of Communication
- Vocal Evaluation & Treatment
- Cognitive Assessment & Training