Hand Therapy Week aims to educate the public about the vital role that hand therapy plays in enhancing the quality of life for those suffering from hand-related injuries or conditions. As experts in the field of occupational therapy and certified hand therapy, our practice provides exceptional care to patients with [...]
Neurokinetic Therapy (NKT)
Carlos Fernanandes2019-01-21T21:44:50+00:00Neurokinetic Therapy (NKT) Neurokinetic therapy is an assessment technique used by a physical therapist to find the root cause of a patient's complaint. It is an application of Motor Control Theory, neuroscience, and functional anatomy (neurobiomechanics). This helps a physical therapist help find faulty movement patterns in the brain's [...]
Vestibular/Balance Therapy
Carlos Fernanandes2019-07-23T15:23:01+00:00Vestibular/Balance Therapy Vestibular/Balance Therapy is an exercise-based therapy designed to improve balance and reduce problems related to dizziness. Vestibular problems such as vertigo, dizziness, visual disturbance, and/or imbalance can diminish a patient’s quality of life and impact all aspects of daily living. Our therapists often treat both both visual [...]
Sports Rehabilitation
Carlos Fernanandes2019-07-23T16:03:57+00:00Sports Rehabilitation Sports rehabilitation techniques help athletes recover from an injury. Whether you are part of a team or an individual competitor, this process can be both physically and mentally challenging. Athletes often base a large part of their personal identities in their skill and competitiveness on the field, [...]
Functional Capacity Evaluations (FCE)
Carlos Fernanandes2019-07-23T16:11:29+00:00FCE: Functional Capacity Evaluations Functional Capacity Evaluations (FCE) are used by therapists to determine overall patient ability and project what level of recovery they will be able to achieve in the future. The FCE process incorporates perceived levels of function, actual abilities, and examining aspects such as effort, competitive [...]
Anti-Gravity Treadmill, AlterG®
Carlos Fernanandes2019-01-21T21:45:26+00:00AlterG Helps Patients Move Like Never Before The AlterG® Anti-Gravity Treadmill® enhances a therapist’s ability to assist patients in faster recovery. The weightless feature provides greater safety and security to patients who may be at risk of falling due to age, physical condition, or stage in recovery. The treadmill’s [...]
Occupational Therapy & Hand Therapy
Carlos Fernanandes2019-01-23T21:06:00+00:00Occupational Therapy (OT) is a diverse field of practice that services individuals of all ages who are experiencing physical, mental, and/or developmental disabilities. An Occupational Therapist (OT) works to rehabilitate patients to independently return to their occupations of everyday life. OTs assess and provide client-based treatment to minimize or [...]