Physical & Occupational Therapy

Physical Therapy

Our physical therapy preserves, enhances, and restores movement and physical function that has been impaired or threatened by disease, injury, or disability. Our expert physical therapists (PTs) are trained to assess and treat your condition utilizing therapeutic exercise, manual soft tissue interventions, physical modalities (such as ultrasound, vasopneumatic compression, and electrotherapy), assistive devices, and patient education and training to improve your strength, abilities, capabilities, and functional mobility to get back to life pain free.

Common Conditions Treated

From headaches and fractures to tendon injuries and cancer, we treat all conditions from head to toe and everything in between. Ask your healthcare provider if physical therapy is right for you. Some of the most common conditions treated are:

• Head and Neck Pain
• Scoliosis
• Rotator Cuff Tendonitis/Tear
• Tennis Elbow
• Carpal Tunnel
• Wrist Fracture and Tendonitis
• Back Pain
• Sciatica
• Herniated Disc
• Joint Replacements
• Hamstring Injuries
• Hip and Knee Pain
• ACL Tear
• Plantar Fasciitis
• Balance Issues
• Parkinson Disease
• Stroke
• Obesity/Bariatric
• Osteoarthritis

Specialty Services Offered

• Graston/IASTM Technique – Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (muscle tightness, tendon pain).
• Dartfish Video Gait Analysis – Analysis of how the feet interact with the surface and how it impacts leg biomechanics and pain issues.
• Custom Foot Orthotics – Custom inserts in shoes to help correct alignment of feet and legs for pain relief and optimal function of feet.
• Dry Needling – Introduction of fine needles into soft tissue and joint spaces for pain relief by triggering a response from the central nervous system to heal the affected area.
• Vestibular/Balance Rehabilitation – Treats vestibular disorders or symptoms, characterized by dizziness, vertigo, and trouble with balance, posture, and vision.
• Aquatic Therapy – Water-based treatments or exercises of therapeutic intent, in particular for relaxation, fitness, and physical rehabilitation.
• Functional Capacity Evaluations (FCE) – A set of tests, practices, and observations used to determine the person’s ability to function in a variety of circumstances, most often employment, in an objective manner.
• TMJ (Jaw Pain) Therapy – Evaluation and treatment of the neck and head with close ties to the jaw.
• Lymphedema Therapy – Treatment for swelling that generally occurs in one of the arms or legs. There is no cure, but it can be managed.
• Pelvic Floor Therapy – Treatment for conditions such as pelvic pain, urinary leakage or incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, pregnancy related issues, abdominal separation, and chronic back or hip pain. Both men and women of all ages and activity levels can benefit from this specialty program.
• Bariatric Therapy – Helps manage conditions such as arthritis, fibromyalgia, diabetes, osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, and/or joint pain. Bariatric Optimization Programs allow you to exercise safely and reach your weight loss goals.
• Pediatric Therapy – A specialized outpatient clinic dedicated to providing high quality therapy services to children of all ages ranging from birth through age 22. For more information on Pediatric Therapy visit our Pediatric Therapy page.

Address The Pain

Physical therapy is a great pain management tool if you are looking for a safe and effective alternative to medication. Opioids only mask pain, whereas physical therapists treat pain through exercise and education using a hands-on approach. Here is a list of conditions treated:

• Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) – Generally arises from a minor injury, such as a scrape, sprain, or strain and can result in the syndrome that is defined as being complex, regional (symptoms are generally in one region of the body), and painful.
• Fibromyalgia – A chronic condition that is difficult to diagnose includes symptoms such as widespread chronic pain and fatigue.
• Chronic Pain – One of the most common symptoms that may lead someone to seek the help of a physical therapist or other healthcare professional.

Occupational Therapy

Our Occupational Therapy Program helps you develop the skills to participate in everyday activities such as dressing yourself, functioning in the kitchen, and getting in and out of the bathtub. Whether you are recovering from an injury, overcoming an illness, or managing a disability, our occupational therapists (OTs) help you gain the skills and knowledge to manage daily life on your own.

Our highly skilled and experienced staff are dedicated to improving your quality of life through customized treatment plans, home and job site evaluations with adaptive recommendations, performance skills assessment and treatment, training and adaptive equipment recommendations, and guidance for family members and care givers.

Common Conditions Treated

• Work Related Injuries
• Repetitive Stress Injuries
• Shoulder and Arm Injuries
• Sports Injuries
• Stroke
• Traumatic Brain Injury
• Neurologic Conditions
• Arthritis
• Multiple Sclerosis
• Chronic Conditions
• Heart Attack/Cardiovascular Conditions
• Learning Problems
• Developmental Disabilities

Specialty Services Offered

• Certified Hand Therapy – Using specialized skills in assessment, planning and treatment, hand therapists provide therapeutic interventions to prevent dysfunction, restore function, and/or reverse the progression of pathology of the upper limb in order to enhance an individual’s ability to execute tasks and to participate fully in life situations.
• Pediatric Therapy – A specialized outpatient clinic dedicated to providing high quality therapy services to children of all ages ranging from birth through age 22. For more information on Pediatric Therapy visit our Pediatric Therapy page.

Locations

Avita Pediatric Therapy Center

865 Harding Way W
Galion, OH 44833
419-468-0570

Avita Therapy & Sports Medicine

Galion Hospital Inpatient Rehab

269 Portland Way S
Galion, OH 44833
419-468-0885

Avita Summit Therapy and Performance Centers

Workwell Occupational Health Services