Vivus Medical Rehabilitation Company
CONDITIONS TREATED
Diseases and injuries to the nervous system can have dramatic effects across the body affecting ones ability to function. Simple tasks can become extremely difficult and one’s independence can be lost. The nervous system controls the muscles of the body, joint movements, balance and coordination. It is important to note that with the right kind of therapy you can improve your level of function, relieve pain, improve your balance, and enhance walking and safety.
Physical therapy plays a vital role in the treating and maintaining of function in individuals with neurological diseases or injuries. We treat a variety of different neurological conditions that affect the movement of the body. If you are having difficulty with coordination, strength, walking, balance or function, then our physical therapy is right for you. Our PT’s are experts in treating neurological diseases and injuries, providing a comprehensive plan to help you reach your maximum level of function.
Spasticity is characterized by a velocity‐dependent increase in muscle resistance, in response to a passive stretch.
We treat the following Spasticity conditions:
1. Cerebral palsy2. Post stroke 3. Spinal cord injuries 4. Multiple sclerosis 5. Post Road traffic accidents
Correction of spine (manual therapy) and intensive rehabilitation program playing a major rule in the treatment of spasticity
You've had your surgery and your mind tells you it's time to return to your old routines. But your body says, "Not so fast." The truth is, before you can get back to business as usual, you'll likely need some rehab to regain your strength and speed your recovery.
With the help of a physical therapist and other specialists, you'll learn the best and safest way to walk, bathe, get dressed, and take care of yourself. And you'll get exercises to make your muscles stronger and help you improve the way you move the part of your body where you had your surgery.
Our rehabilitation program is based on the individual assessment from our physicians and therapist to design a special program fitting your condition.
There are several mechanical methods and physical agents therapists use to relieve pain, such as applying ice/heat packs, ultrasound, and electrical muscle stimulation. In addition to exercise, some manual therapy techniques are massage and mobilization.
Pain is also relieved through active techniques and exercise therapy - exercises that stretch the sore muscles and increase their flexibility.
We treat the following Pain management conditions:
● Headaches● Joint pain● Backaches or neck pain● Shoulder problems● Sinus pain● Pelvic pain● Nerve or muscle pain● Pain after injury