Progressive Resistance Exercise
Our close proximity to RMA Fitness Center allows us the opportunity to offer the full spectrum of wellness and fitness. A program of strengthening is developed and progressed by the rehab staff. Exercises are chosen based on the injury, phase of rehabilitation, and goals of the client. A vast array of equipment and manual techniques are used to provide the resistance.
Joint Mobilization
When a joint becomes tight, self-treatment is ineffective. The most common symptom is pressure or pain with movement and a loss of range-of motion. Specialized manual techniques are used to increase the flexibility of the thick connective tissue around a joint. These techniques are most commonly performed on the shoulder, ankle, knee, and spine, but can be performed on any joint.
Interferential/Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS)/High-Volt/Neuromuscular Stimulation
Electricity is administered to the surface of the skin to retrain muscles, alleviate pain, and reduce swelling.
Gait Training/Gait Analysis
By observing an individual’s walking pattern, problems with flexibility, strength, and posture can be identified and addressed to eliminate pain and restore normal movement.
Running Evaluations
Running evaluations are performed using treadmill equipment to analyze a patients running gait. Each running evaluation includes an assessment of strength, ROM, functional abilities, balance etc.. A patient is observed while running on the treadmill; the information is then used to analyze the patient's impairments during running. The rehab professional will also discuss proper shoe wear specific to each patient’s impairments and running needs.
Manual Traction
A therapist administers a gentle pulling force on the spine to correct disc problems, alleviate pain, stretch muscles along the spine, and improve mobility.
Iontophoresis
The use of electric current to deliver medication through the skin. Typically, prescription steroidal anti-inflammatory or analgesic drugs are used. Medication is delivered directly to the area of injury in an attempt to control pain and inflammation. The problems that oral medication can cause are eliminated.
Phonophoresis
The use of sound waves from an ultrasound machine to deliver medication through the skin. High concentration hydrocortisone is the medication most often used with phonophoresis. This modality is used as one facet of the treatment plan to reduce swelling and pain.
Work Hardening
An exercise program is designed and followed to strengthen and condition muscle groups specific to an individual’s occupation. Work hardening programs are significantly longer than a typical physical therapy session. The entire fitness facility is available to the client and therapist during work hardening sessions.
Post-Rehab Personal Training Program
White’s PT, LLC offers the Post-Rehabilitation and Personal Training program for those of our patients who want to continue with rehabilitation goals and life changes. The program is designed specifically to fit the needs of each individual, focusing on either furthering rehabilitation goals or continuing with total body fitness. Each session is one-hour long with a Certified Personal Training/Licensed Physical Therapist. Many different packages are offered.