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Kate Schwartz PT

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KSPT provides general orthopedic physical therapy with an emphasis on evaluation and treatment of patients with spine dysfunction.

Some other dysfunctions treated are:
· Osteoporosis
· Spine malalignment and muscle imbalances
· Whiplash injuries and other injuries associated with motor vehicle accidents
· Sacroiliac joint dysfunction
· Headaches
· Work related injuries
· Urinary Incontinence
· Fibromyalgia and Myofascial Pain Syndrome
· Shoulder, elbow, wrist, hip, knee, ankle and foot pain and injury
· Other orthopedic injuries
· Balance and gait difficulties

Manual therapy techniques utilized include:
· Muscle energy (gentle form of spinal realignment)
· Craniosacral Therapy
· Myofascial release
· Trigger point work
· Strain/counterstrain (Jones) technique
· Dynamic Stabilization Programs and McKenzie Protocol
· Massage therapy
· Taping techniques
· Mulligan mobilization with movement techniques
· Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF)
· Joint Mobilization

KSPT emphasizes back/neck care through patient education and manual techniques, and develops dynamic stabilization exercise progressions tailored to each individual patient. The office contains a full gym including free weights, treadmill, stationary bike, stair machine, and UBE (upper body ergometer). Other modalities include: phonophoresis, iontophoresis, ultrasound, electrical stimulation (interferential, microcurrent, Russian Stimulation for strengthening and TENS), biofeedback, cervical and lumbar traction, cryotherapy, moist heat, and paraffin bath.

Quality patient care is our number one priority
We feel each patient deserves adequate time for evaluation and treatment. This is achieved through one-on-one personalized sessions with an emphasis on patient education regarding proper posture, body mechanics and lifting techniques. KSPT places an emphasis on continuing education of staff, maintaining state-of-the-art treatment techniques, and especially ensuring close communication with physicians and other health professionals.

Most insurances are accepted with a physician referral

 

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