Heritage Valley … Rehab with Results

By Nancy Kennedy

Heritage Valley Health System offers extensive Outpatient Rehabilitation services, including Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy and Speech Therapy, along with specialized services such as Certified Hand, Lymphedema and Vestibular Therapies. Our experienced therapists evaluate, treat and educate, working in conjunction with your physician to make sure that treatment plans are individualized to meet your specific needs. We help you set realistic targets and work closely with you to meet those goals. We respect the relationship that you develop with your therapist and try to make your appointments with the same therapist each visit to maintain continuity of care.

Physical Therapy

Our physical therapists work with you to prevent or alleviate pain and dysfunction. We employ a variety of techniques to increase motion and strength, improve balance and decrease pain. Our therapists will listen to you, and ensure that your expectations for recovery are considered when establishing your treatment plan.

Occupational Therapy

Our occupational therapists provide services to people of all ages who, because of illness, injury, developmental or psychological impairment, need specialized assistance in learning skills to enable them to lead independent, productive and satisfying lives. Our therapists work in a variety of settings so that the needs of our patients are met in the appropriate environment.

Speech Therapy

Our speech-language pathologists offer a wide variety of adult diagnostic and therapeutic services. Speech, communication, cognition and swallowing greatly impact quality of life. Our speech-language pathologists are accredited by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association and are dedicated to helping patients restore abilities in these areas.

Specialized Services

Certified Hand Therapy

Our Certified Hand Therapists specialize in rehabilitating patients with conditions affecting the hands and upper extremities. Diagnoses include fractures, arthritis, wrist tendonitis, wounds, scars and repetitive motion disorders such as carpal tunnel syndrome and tennis elbow. Exercise programs are aimed at improving strength, endurance and function, with the goal of returning patients back to optimum function in their daily lives.

Lymphedema Treatment

Lymphedema, the abnormal accumulation of protein-rich lymph fluid in tissue, may occur for many reasons, including lymph node removal, surgery, radiation treatment, deficiency in the lymphatic system, infection, obesity, injury/trauma or for an unknown reason. Our Certified Lymphedema Therapists will perform a thorough evaluation to determine your individual treatment plan.

Vestibular Rehabilitation

Vestibular therapy aims to alleviate or improve problems related to many inner ear/balance disorders. Common symptoms include vertigo, dizziness, imbalance, frequent falls, visual disturbances, headaches and motion sensitivity. Our goal is to help you resume daily activities, reduce your risk of falling and improve your quality of life.

We have many Outpatient Rehabilitation locations to suit your needs. Please visit heritagevalley.org/services/outpatient-rehab/ for more information on our services and to see our Outpatient Rehab locations.