Physical Therapy Specialists, LLC
At Physical Therapy Specialists of Palm Coast, our clients are scheduled for one-on-one treatment time with highly qualified physical therapists each of which has training and specialty certification within the profession.
Commitment to one-on-one treatment sessions makes a big difference in the care a patient receives, as patients’ treatment protocols are continually being monitored and changed when appropriate.
Specialties //
MANUAL THERAPY
Within the physical therapy profession, manual therapy is defined as a clinical approach utilizing skilled, specific hands-on techniques, including but not limited to manipulation/mobilization, used by the physical therapist to diagnose and treat soft tissues and joint structures for the purpose of modulating pain; increasing range of motion (ROM); reducing or eliminating soft tissue inflammation; inducing relaxation; improving contractile and non-contractile tissue repair, extensibility, and/or stability; facilitating movement; and improving function.
THERAPEUTIC EXERCISE
Therapeutic exercise is defined as any exercise planned and performed to attain a specific physical benefit (via thefreedictionary.com). As physical therapists, therapeutic exercise is a vital aspect of treatment, as it helps patients to achieve maximal function, which is the ultimate goal.
Therapeutic exercise is a physical therapy intervention encompassing a broad range of activities designed to restore or improve musculoskeletal, cardiopulmonary and/or neurologic function.Some form of therapeutic exercise is indicated in almost every physical therapy case. Physical therapists may assist clients in designing therapeutic exercise programs to prevent injury or secondary impairments. In addition, physical therapists use therapeutic exercise as one component of patient care to improve functional ability and general well-being in those who are experiencing limitations or disability due to a disease, disorder, trauma, or surgery.
LYMPHEDEMA TREATMENT
Lymphedema is an incurable but treatable medical condition caused by injury, trauma or congenital defects in the lymphatic system.
When the impairment becomes so great that the lymphatic fluid exceeds the lymphatic transport capacity, swelling results as an abnormal amount of protein-rich fluid collects in the tissues of the affected area. Two types of lymphedema exist: primary and secondary.
Primary lymphedema can be present at birth (congenital) or develop at the onset of puberty (praecox) or in adulthood (tarda). Secondary lymphedema can be caused by surgeries or radiation treatments and is a common side effect of cancer treatments that remove or damage lymph nodes or vessels.
Lymphedema is a chronic and potentially debilitating condition with no currently known cure.
Over time, untreated lymphedema results in infection, disfigurement, disability and even death. But lymphedema can be very effectively managed. The recognized standard of treatment for lymphedema is Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT). CDT comprises four interacting protocols applied in two phases (acute and ongoing): manual lymph drainage (MLD), compression therapy, lymph drainage exercises, and skin care. It is estimated that at least five million Americans suffer from lymphedema, and probably many more. Due to a lack of awareness, information, and understanding, even within the medical community, lymphedema is often misdiagnosed or undiagnosed.
WE OFFER THE FOLLOWING:
Exercise
Home Exercise Program Electrical Stimulation
Therapeutic Exercise Program
Range of Motion
Strengthening
Manual Therapy/Joint Mobilization
Lymphedema Management
Cervical Stab/Stretch
Lumbar Stab/Stretches
Modalities
Ultrasound
Moist Heat/Cryotherapy
Phonophoresis/Iontophoresis
Laser
Iontophoresis
Biofeedback
Traction