Comprehensive Care for Orthopedic Pain
At St. Luke's Hospital, our therapists are trained to diagnose and manage conditions of the musculoskeletal system, which is comprised of your muscles and bones. Therapy treatments include education on your diagnosis, supervised treatment sessions, an individualized home exercise program, manual therapies and modalities as needed. Our facilities are designed to meet each of our patient's orthopedic rehabilitation needs. Our clinics house a variety of cardiovascular and weight training equipment, modalities such as electrical stimulation and mechanical traction, and various other treatment tools to help you reach your rehabilitation goals.
Orthopedic conditions may include:
- Chronic or acute pain
- Joint sprain/strain
- Trauma from repetitive use
- Sport injuries
- Pre/post operative rehabilitation
- Work injuries
- Arthritis
A virtual tour of St. Luke's orthopedic rehabilitation program.
Joint Replacement
St. Luke's Outpatient Therapy Services is dedicated to helping you reduce pain, improve motion, increase strength and return to your activities of daily living such as walking and navigating stairs following your joint replacement surgery. Our goal is to maximize your functional recovery and give you the education and exercises necessary to achieve your best outcome. Using evidence-based practices and exceptional patient care, we will design a comprehensive program to promote a quick recovery tailored to meet your goals.
We offer:
- One-on-one individualized care
- An experienced staff averaging 16 years
- Convenient scheduling during your hospital stay
- Insurance verification prior to your first session
- Five locations to serve many geographical areas
Sports Medicine
St. Luke's Outpatient Therapy Services offers rehabilitation care for recreational and competitive athletes of all ages. Our professional staff of highly-skilled physical therapists and athletic trainers will evaluate your injury and will make recommendations on a treatment plan based on evidence-based research and education. Our ultimate goal is to get you "back in the game."
We treat injuries including (but not limited to):
- Anterior cruciate ligament tears
- Meniscal tears
- Patellar tendon rupture
- Elbow ligament damage
- Rotator cuff injuries
- Hip and shoulder labral tears
- Ankle sprains
- Back and neck injuries
Spine - Back and Neck Pain
Back and neck pain are very common problems that cause people to seek medical care. Our highly- trained, experienced staff specializes in evaluating and treating the spine. The most common source of back or neck pain is mechanical pain. This means pain is brought on or made worse by certain movements or positions. This type of musculoskeletal pain responds well to intervention from skilled physical therapy. A licensed physical therapist can perform a thorough mechanical assessment and determine the best exercises to help alleviate your back or neck pain. Your therapist will assist you in making lifestyle changes that will allow you to function with less pain and difficulty. As part of your program, you will receive important education about relevant anatomy, posture correction, use of body mechanics and your tailored home exercise routine.
Specialty Services
- Orthopedic Clinical Specialist American Physical Therapy Board Certification
- McKenzie Credentialed Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy
- Maitland Certified Orthopedic Manual Therapy
Diagnoses Often Referred for Physical Therapy:
- Degenerative joint disease (DJD)/arthritis
- Degenerative disc disease (DDD), herniated/bulging disc
- Sciatica
- Stenosis
- Sprain/strain
- Spondylosis
- Spondylolisthesis
- Sacroiliac joint (SIJ) dysfunction
- Lumbar/cervical radiculopathy
It is estimated that 70% of the population will experience significant back pain sometime in their life. When back pain occurs, up to 80% will need intervention from a professional to decrease or alleviate symptoms. Those who experience an episode of back pain that limits physical activity frequently develop recurring back pain. With these things in mind, back pain is a problem that should be taken seriously.
Neck pain is the fourth leading cause of disability in the United States. It affects about 30% of the population annually. It is estimated that, of those with acute neck pain, 50% of people will seek medical care. The incidence of neck pain is slightly higher in females. Studies have shown that exercise is beneficial in easing and controlling neck symptoms.