Physical Therapy is a profoundly important practice in caring for our Veterans. It serves as an alternative to surgery, prevents injury, increases mobility, reduces pain and restores independence. At VA, Physical Therapists develop unique and resourceful treatment plans for complex medical conditions. And beyond physical rehabilitation, our Physical Therapists develop wellness and fitness programs tailored to each Veteran’s personal needs. Through this emotionally rewarding practice, our patients and therapists form strong interpersonal levels of trust. Ultimately, our Physical Therapists help Veterans understand their injuries so they can get back to their everyday lives and enjoy long-term health and mobility benefits.

Our Physical Therapy providers (PT) specialize in examination, evaluation, diagnosis and intervention targeting impairments associated with mobility, strength, functional ability and quality of lifefor our Veterans. Choosing a quality therapy provider is a critical decision in order to reduce pain and improve mobility quickly and safely. Effective physical therapy services are successful in reducing recovery times, avoiding surgical intervention, reducing healthcare costs and preventing future injuries.

Collaboration with Occupational Therapist is common among our team to improve patient outcomes and better address the needs of the whole person.

Your Treatment Plan

During your initial evaluation, our musculoskeletal experts will take a detailed history and perform a thorough examination to determine which areas will require physical therapy interventions. You will receive in depth education on the anatomical structures that will be involved and you will work with the therapists to develop a set of goals you would like to achieve.

What To Expect

  • Education on your condition and instruction on how to reduce risk and prevent future injury
  • Pain management and instruction on use of modalities to reduce occurrence of pain
  • Exercises to improve range of mobility, flexibility and strength of your upper and lower body
  • Exercises to improve balance, coordination and endurance to reduce risk for falls
  • Personalized home exercise plan to continue independently

Who Will Benefit From Physical Therapy?

  • Acute and chronic pain
  • Muscle aches, pains, and strains
  • Arthritis
  • Hip and knee replacement
  • Frequent falls
  • Dizziness or vertigo
  • Stroke, MS and Parkinson’s Disease
  • Sports or work injuries
  • Overuse injuries
  • Deconditioning and lack of energy
  • Low back pain
  • Women’s health and pregnancy