
Rehabilitation Frequently Asked Questions
Who needs physical therapy?
The most common reasons to seek physical therapy include:
Low back pain Neck pain Shoulder, arm, wrist or hand problems Knee, ankle, or foot problems Sprains and muscle strains Arthritis Stroke Brain injury Balance problems Fractures Developmental disabilities Open wounds
Who needs occupational therapy?
The most common reasons to seek occupational therapy include:
Stroke Brain injury Hand injuries Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Early dementia Anyone who needs assistance with activities of daily living (dressing, hygiene, etc) Developmental disabilities
Who needs speech and language pathology services?
The most common reasons to seek speech pathology services include:
Difficulty swallowing or choking Stroke Brain Injury Unclear or unintelligible speech Inability to understand the speech of others Ineffective vocal characteristics (pitch, volume, quality, rate)
Who are pediatric therapists?
Our pediatric therapists are physical, occupational and speech therapists with a special interest and training in treating children. Children with developmental disorders and those with acquired disabilities can be treated in our outpatient department.
What are the hours of the outpatient rehabilitation department?
The department is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM until 5:00 PM. Special accommodation may be made to meet patient needs.
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