Newton Medical Center - Physical Therapy Department
Patients in need of physical rehabilitation due to injury or illness find more than expert medical care through our Physical Therapy Department. Our experienced staff of fully certified physical therapists understand patients' needs to confront and meet a range of new challenges.
Whether a patient is trying to adjust to a disability or whether complete rehabilitation is the goal, we know that physical therapy can affect positive mental as well as physical changes. Along with appropriate physical treatment, we provide the education necessary to promote a lifestyle of health and wellness.
Meeting the physical challenges of each patient requires treatment plans that are customized for the individual. Our staff works closely with the physician throughout the planning and execution of treatment. Patients receive a multi-disciplinary, team approach to rehabilitation, plus the education, inspiration and motivation needed to achieve success.
Skills and Knowledge
Our physical therapists can evaluate patients'
Joint motion
Muscle strength and endurance
Muscle tone and flexibility
Functional ability
Appearance and stability of walking
Need and use of braces and artificial limbs
Integrity of sensation and perception
Performance of activities required for daily living
Balance Disorders
A variety of techniques are used for treatment, including therapeutic exercise and massage, joint mobilization and range of motion exercises and ambulation training. Modalities, including traction, ultrasound, electrotherapy, iontophoresis, cryotherapy, and hydrotherapy can also be applied.
Treatment
The Therapy Department offers comprehensive programs and
services including:
Back School
Pre/Post Surgical Rehabilitation
Orthopedic Rehabilitation
Sports Injuries
Personal Injuries
Wound Care
Balance/Coordination Assessment
Gait Training
Prosthetic/Orthotic Training
Education for Prescribed Home Exercise Programs
Stroke Rehabilitation
Work Related Injuries
Equipment
Comprehensive patient rehabilitation is achieved using state-of-the-art
equipment, including:
Cervical & Lumbar Traction
KAT (Balance Machine)
Body Master Exercise Machines
Fitron
Kinetron
Upper Extremity Ergometer
BioStep Recumbent trainer
General Information
Operational hours for the physical therapy outpatient department are Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
In patient physical therapy is available 7 days a week.
Our facility accepts most insurance policies including Medicare and Medicaid. Some insurances may require
pre-authorization.