At Allied Physical Therapy, our therapists have been specialty trained in a specific area of physical therapy in order to give their patients even better service. In order to become specialty trained, therapists have to take extra classes to further increase their knowledge of physical therapy. This increased training gives our therapists the ability to treat our patients with greater care than therapists who haven’t received this training.
Here is a list of the specialities we offer at Allied Physical Therapy:
Certified Manual Therapy (MTC)
Manual therapy is an evidenced based hands on approach to treatment. It is a method of treatment that utilizes skilled touch by the therapist’s hands to manipulate or massage, stretch muscles, connective tissue and joints to allow for improved function and reduction of pain.
Typical Conditions Treated:
- Sciatica
- Sacroiliac Dysfunction
- Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
- Degenerative Disc Disease
- Lumbar/Thoracic/Cervical
- Muscular Strains
- Fibromyalgia/Polymyositis
- Chronic Pain/Headaches
- Extremity Pain
- Temporal mandibular dysfunction (TMJ) dysfunction
Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation (PTPC)
Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation is an evidenced based hands on and educational approach to the treatment of Pelvic Floor and Pelvic Girdle Dysfunction.
Typical Conditions Treated:
- Pelvic and Rectal Pain Conditions
- Incontinence of Bowel and/ or Bladder
- Urinary Urgency and Frequency
- Constipation
- Pelvic Floor Muscle Hypertonicity (spasm)
- Pelvic Floor Muscle Weakness
- Supportive Dysfunctions (Prolapse)
- Post Surgical Conditions
- Pregnancy and Post-Partum Musculoskeletal Conditions (low back pain, Sciatica, ligament laxity)
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Sports Medicine Rehabilitation (PT, ATC)
Our team of professionals include dually trained clinicians as a Physical Therapist (PT) and a Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC). Encompassing the prevention, conditioning and diagnosis of emergency, acute, and chronic sports injuries. We serve both recreational, amateur, and professional athletes.
Typical Conditions Treated:
- Strains and Sprains
- Golfers and Tennis Elbow
- Shin Splints
- Post Surgical rehab
- Injury Recovery and Prevention
- Musculoskeletal injuries
Center for Balance and Mobility
Our Center for Balance and Mobility offers clinical, evidenced based expertise for the treatment of individuals with neurological, vestibular (inner ear) and gait and balance disorders. Our balance specialists assesses deficiencies of vestibular system, sensory impairment, motor impairment and functional limitations. A comprehensive treatment plan is established to prevent future falls and allow for optimal independence and an active life style.
Typical Conditions Treated:
- Neurological disabilities such as Parkinson’s, MS and Stroke
- Dizziness / Vertigo
- Balance and Movement Disorders
- De-conditioning/weakness
- Fall Risk assessment and prevention
If you’re experiencing any of the conditions discussed in this brochure talk to your physician. He or she can refer you to our facility.
