Physical Therapy

Physical Therapy PicturePhysical therapy involves inpatient and outpatient treatment for individuals with pain and/or movement dysfunction resulting from injury, disability or disease. After being evaluated by a physical therapist, the patient works with the therapist to implement a personalized treatment plan to help regain his/her highest level of functioning.

Benefits of Physical Therapy

  • Decreases pain
  • Improves mobility, strength, endurance, balance and range of motion

Elements of Physical Therapy

  • Specific exercises to increase muscle function, coordination, balance, endurance and mobility
  • Training to improve bed mobility, gait stability, posture and positioning
  • Joint and soft tissue mobilization to increase range of motion
  • Wound Care
  • Training with adaptive equipment for daily life activities

Conditions treated by Physical Therapy

  • Fractures
  • Back and Neck Injuries
  • Joint Replacements/Other Orthopedic Conditions
  • Amputations
  • Chronic Pain
  • Sensory Loss
  • Heart Condition
  • Stroke
  • Cardiopulmonary Dysfunction
  • Post Surgical Condition
  • Neurological Disorders
  • Memory Loss (Alzheimer’s Disease and other forms of Dementia)
  • Skin Issues
  • Balance Disorders
  • Wounds
  • Arthritis
  • General Weakness

Testimonials

"I really enjoy volunteering and helping the residents at Lodge of the Wabash. I try to go every day. I love helping people and some of the residents depend on my to be there and help them with things. My volunteer time at the Lodge helps me as much as it helps the residents."
Paul T.

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