Posts Tagged ‘subacute rehab’
What Patients Say About Prime Rehabilitation Services, Inc.
“[Therapy was] A+. Will recommend the Care Center to anyone asking.” – Jean W., Liberty, NY “I came in needing much help. Thank you for getting me back together! Excellent staff.” – Nancy D., Wharton, NJ “This group was incredible and more than wonderful. I have never seen such seasoned professionals come together and perform…
Read More10 Tips to Help You Recover After a Stroke
Keep on Moving: There is a myth which would have one believe that all progress occurs within the first 6 months post brain attack. Research and clinical evidence suggests there is a re-mapping and reorganization of the brain and new synapse connections continue to occur if rehabilitation is continued. The Importance of Equal Weight Bearing:…
Read MoreMuscle strengthening related to function
Recently, muscle strengthening related to function was presented to the therapists in the facilities where we provide rehabilitation services. I would like to share with you the highlights of this presentation. Integrated Muscle Action: A single muscle action results in a chain reaction The agonist is the prime mover contracted in a concentric way The…
Read MoreNeuroplasticity: Remapping the Brain
Guest post by Floraine Emata-Pagcu, PT, DOR Neoroplasticity: The brain’s ability to recognize itself by forming new neural connections throughout life. It allows the neurons (nerve cells) in the brain to compensate for injury and disease and to adjust their activities in response to new situations or to changes in their environment. Michael is a…
Read MoreSuccess Story – Sullivan County Adult Care Center
(Guest post by Judy Spafford, PT, DOR) One and one-half years ago a 22 year old young lady arrived at our facility one year post TBI from an automobile accident. She had been in a persistent vegetative state since the accident. She presented with bilateral upper and lower extremity contractures and no volitional movement. We…
Read MoreWe Put the FUN In Function!
(Guest post by Michelle Wall, OTR, DOR) As therapists, we tend to be goal-oriented. Our priorities include maintaining safety, providing efficient treatment, and achieving positive outcomes. Many times, the focus is on the destination (a return to function), not always the journey (the process to get there). For many of our patients, everything about the…
Read MoreJuvenile Diabetes Support
Oren Liebermann ( our son) was the key note speaker in The Diabetes Center team at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) in a conference “Living Well with Diabetes: Now and in the Future” on Saturday March 24, 2018 It was a great and very informative conference. Oren told his story when he learned that he…
Read MoreThe Importance of Belonging
Prime Rehabilitation Services and Mobile Therapy Services were proud exhibitors at the APTANJ Spring Conference this past weekend. As a Physical Therapist with decades of experience, I recognize and appreciate the value of local, regional, and national organizations who drive our profession and related industries forward, highlighting the importance of our professional accomplishments to the…
Read MoreRenovating Buildings and Rebuilding Bodies
Gates Manor is a 70 bed facility, located in the heart of Montclair, which accommodates Sub-Acute, Long-Term and Respite stays for their loved ones. Nurses and Rehab are providing professional care, support and love to help the patients gain strength to reach their goals. The facility has recently implemented a beautiful renovation of the therapy…
Read MoreSpeech Therapy Assists in Preparation for Bar Mitzvah
I would like to share my appreciation for the skill and knowledge of Speech Language Pathologists. A friend’s son, Robert (name altered for discretion), prepared for his Bar Mitzvah and was willing to recite the Haftarah in front of me. The Haftarah is a series of selections from the Hebrew Bible that is publicly read in…
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