Teton PT: Understanding Women's Health

Teton PT: Understanding Women's Health

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according to what is developmentally . Our licensed therapists aim to provide a child with the skills needed to achieve independence in all areas of their lives – both cognitive and physical - enhancing a child’s motor skills while enhancing their self-esteem and sense of accomplishment How to get a child referred for therapy with Molly. You will need a referral from your child’ s Primary Care Physician or from a specialty doctor such as a pediatrician, pediatric surgeon, neurologist, neurosurgeon or Pediatric Orthopedist. What will happen. Patients undergo a comprehensive assessment prior to beginning therapy to determine a treatment plan based on their unique needs. Progress is monitored and goals are updated and modified as needed. The patient’s physician determines frequency and duration of treatment with input from our occupational therapists. Our program. The program offers children and their families the highest quality rehabilitation and therapy services featuring state-of-the-art equipment and experienced staff who specialize in: • Visual perception and motor skills including handwriting and coloring • Fine motor coordination skills • Promoting independence in Daily living skills; including dressing, grooming and feeding • Sensorimotor skills • Facilitating developmental play skills

Molly McNichol OTD, OTR/L, earned her Master’s in Occupational Therapy (’99) from Misericordia University. After practicing for 10 years, she decided to further her education and completed her Doctorate inOccupational Therapy (‘10) from her alma mater. Molly’s clinical practice spans from school based pediatrics, acute care, home health, and elders in skilled facilities. With over 14 years of pediatric experience, Dr. McNichol has a passion for pediatric development and students with special needs. Molly is trained in Handwriting Without Tears. Teton Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation’s Pediatric Occupational Therapy Services evaluate and build upon a child’s skills for playing, school performance, and daily activities

Newsletter Health &Wellness “Understanding Women’s Health! ”

INSIDE: • OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY PROGRAMS • PATIENT SUCCESS SPOTLIGHTS • RELIEVE BACK PAIN IN MINUTES OUTPATIENT REHAB CALL FOR AN APPOINTMENT OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY DEVELOP INDEPENDENCE SPEECH THERAPY COMMUNICATION & MORE PHYSICAL THERAPY INCREASE PERFORMANCE

When it comes to physical therapy, women have unique needs. That’s why Teton Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation has developed specialized treatment programs to help our female patients deal with physical issues related to pregnancy, osteoporosis and mastectomy. All of our Women’s Services are aimed at increasing a woman’s quality of life through self-management with specific strategies to reduce symptoms and improve function. We have physical therapists with training to benefit women with a variety of medical conditions promotingandenhancing femalehealth.TetonPhysical Therapy & Rehabilitation provides effective treatment for: • Back pain during pregnancy • Sciatica • Urinary incontinence • Neck pain and headaches • Fibromyalgia and/or chronic pain conditions

• Pelvic floor muscle weakness • Osteoporosis • Weakness and deconditioning • Pelvic pain • Urinary urgency/frequency • Bladder pain

We use a variety of methods to treat women from manual therapy, to breathing exercises, body/posture awareness and general mindfulness, as well as pelvic floor education. By determining how the problem fits into the overall health and life of a patient, Teton PT & Rehab is better able to treat her condition. By removing the “taboo” surrounding women’s health – particularly with the pelvic floor – women will be better able to readjust to life after giving birth, as well as eliminate painful or embarrassing conditions unrelated to pregnancy.

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OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY PROGRAMS

Teton Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation offers the following programs within occupational therapy: • Neurological Disorders • Activities of Daily Living. Asaholistic,evidence- basedprofession,occupational therapy’sapproach to rehabilitation goes beyond addressing upper extremity injuries in isolation to include the whole person and his or her functional needs and roles in all the appropriate environments. Occupational therapy practitioners also work closely with surgeonsor treatingphysicians toensure themost favorable therapeutic outcomes. Teton Physical Therapyand Rehabilitations occupational therapy teamassists in theevaluationand improvementof the patients in developing the skills to take care of themselves when a health problem limits normal, day-to-day activity, such as bathing, dressing, eating, preparing meals, doing housework and managing personal business. These skills that affect one’s ability to perform functional tasks are often referred to as activities of daily living (ADLs) or Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADL’s) Occupational Therapists assess and address the various components and tasks that make up a client’s day. Therapy may include the following: • Exercises related to activities and function of the upper body • Training to improve self-care, dressing and activities of daily living • Training to improve medication and money OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY & DRIVING Our occupational therapists emphasize participation in daily activities and want to ensure that individualsaregiveneveryopportunity toenjoy the independence and freedom, for as long as possible. However, our occupational therapists are also responsible for ensuring the safety of all road users by making sure drivers have the skills necessary for safely driving and adhere to the road laws. Our highly skilled occupational therapists generate a profile of scores from a battery of tests given. This helps guide the clinical decision making and identifies the need to refer the client for other specialistassessments or treatment (e.g., to determine if the client’s vision can be further enhanced).

management and IADL’s • Assessment for visual and spatial impairment • Energy conservation measures for improved endurance • Home improvements for safety and increased independence • Training on the use of adaptive equipment to improve independence and safety during daily life tasks (e.g. tub chair, raised toilet seat, reacher, sock aide, etc.) as needed. • Assessment and treatment of cognitive impairments •Community livingskillssuchas:Theuseofpublic transportation • Home Safety Evaluations. As the population of olderadultscontinues togrow,homemodifications are a key factor in enabling individuals to “age in place,” or live in the place or home of choice. In 2010 an AARP study found that more than 80% of people older than age 50 want to age in their own homes for as long as possible. Occupational therapy services can be provided directly to clients who are experiencing a decline in safety or independence, or are planning for future needs. Occupational therapy practitioners provide client-focused interventions to adapt the environment in order to increase independence, promotehealth,andpreventfurtherdeclineor injury. Forexample,most fallsoccurathome, fromhome • Driving Assessments. Driving a car provides individuals with both independence and freedom. It is also the most frequently used mode of transportation for Americans. However, driving is a complex daily living activity that demands that the driver use multiple cognitive, sensory, and motor skills. Natural health declines associated with normal aging, as well as a variety of medical conditions and illnesses, can impair these skills, affectingaclient’sability toobtainor retainadriver’s license. If this sounds like you or a family member, please call us today!

hazards in combination with declining physical abilities. One strategy to reduce the incidence of falls is to have an environmental assessment and recommendations formodificationscompletedby one of our trained occupational therapists. In this type of situation, the occupational therapist can observe and evaluate all occupations (activities) occurring at and around the home, from activities of daily living (ADLs; bathing, dressing, other self- care activities) to instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs; preparing meals, doing laundry, performing home maintenance chores) to play and/or leisure activities (playing cards, exercising, playingamusical instrument,entertaining friends, enjoying hobbies).

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Patient Success Spotlights

Why You Need To Come in For Another Check Up: � Move without pain � Bend and move freely � Balance confidently and securely

“Sandeep was an excellent therapist. My leg and foot was numb and in constant pain. At this point- 2 months later - all my symptoms are gone. EXCELLENT work! GIFTED therapist!” – William C. “Everyone has been great.” – B. Collins “Excellent staff - made me whole again.” – Carol B. “I’ve had Emily and Sandeep, they were fantastic!! The ladies out front were and still are wonderful and professional as ever. Love the staff and the results!” – Joseph M.

� Sit for long periods comfortably � Walk for long distances � Live an active and healthy lifestyle

If you know someone suffering with aches and pains give the gift of health. Refer them to Teton Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation today. Pass along this newsletter or have them call us directly to schedule an evaluation!

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CES Distinguished Service Award

The Distinguished Service Award is dedicated to Chris Smithwick for his dedication and hard work with the CESClients.Chrishasbeenproviding speech therapy to several clients at CES over the last year. From the very beginning it was apparent that Chris genuinely cared about the well being of the clients. He goes above and beyond each week to support them in their communication needs. We are lucky to have such a supportive andcaring therapist thatmakessuch a difference in the CES community. Thank you Chris for all you do!

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