Physical Therapists assess patients’ musculoskeletal system and educate patients/families on safety and mobility.
At Gilead, we will see the patient within 24-48 hours of referral or discharge from an inpatient facility. Post- orthopedic discharges will be seen within 24 hours.
Our Comprehensive Assessment and Treatment may include but not limited to:
•Functional mobility
•Gross motor coordination
•Transfer training
•Educate patients and caregivers
•Develop home exercise programs
•Assess patients’ needs for assistive devices
•Manual therapy (massage, myofascial release)
•Fall risk reduction, through balance training and recommendations on safety
•Heat/cold treatment
•Pain
•Strength
•Balance
•Sensation
•Edema
•Range of motion
•Specialized Care
•Modalities