Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy and Speech Therapy are offered for Inpatients and Outpatients at Doctors Community Hospital. Appointments with Physical Therapy can be scheduled by calling 301-552-8507. Occupational and Speech Therapy patients may call 301-552-8134 to schedule an appointment.

Yes. Physical, Speech and Occupational Therapy are available for homebound adults and children. Experienced and highly trained physical therapists provide gait training, range of motion exercises, muscle strengthening, and transfer training until the patient returns to an optimal level of functioning. Speech and Occupational therapy are also available for those who find it difficult to attend out-patient therapy. See similar questions...

No, we do not. Churchill is strictly an academically based program. If your child needs additional services, staff members can guide you to private therapists that may service your child during the school day within our facility or off site during non-school hours. See similar questions...

Most rehabilitation is covered by insurance, however health plans may vary. Our office staff will assist you in determining your coverage. See similar questions...

There is no well defined boundary between Occupational Therapy (OT) and Physical Therapy (PT), so it's easy to see why the public is often confused by the differences between the two professions. The fact of this "overlap" between these two health care disciplines often works to the public's advantage, as frequently both occupational and physical therapists work with a patient at the same time, and coordinate treatments closely with one another. See similar questions...

We frequently work with local speech and occupational therapists to follow through on their recommendations for your child as part of our programs. Many of Bridges's former clients are now functioning at grade level with no additional support in regular education classrooms. Some of these had PDD diagnoses, and others had autism diagnoses. Several no longer fit the criteria for an autistic spectrum disorder diagnosis. See similar questions...

For athletes looking for the more competitive edge we also provide a performance enhancement programs (Performax and Fit Fore Golf). See similar questions...

Approximately 60% of cancer patients receive radiation therapy. Radiation therapy may be prescribed as the only treatment for the patient, or it may be prescribed in combination with surgery and/or chemotherapy. See similar questions...

Speech and language therapy is an intervention service for children and young people (and adults) with communication difficulties, (and also eating and drinking difficulties). The aim of therapy is to enable children and young people to reach their fullest potential in terms of their speech, language and communication development, which in turn will enable them to function and participate more fully in all aspects of daily life. See similar questions...

Some patients will need to continue with home exercises. Some may choose to continue with a gym exercise program. Others will complete their rehabilitation and return to normal daily activities. It is important that you communicate your goals to your therapist, so he/she can develop a custom program for you. See similar questions...

In most cases you'll need a referral to be seen at any of our clinics. You can be referred by a physician, chiropractor, podiatrist, nurse practitioner, physician assistant, dentist, oral surgeon. Discuss the matter with any of these provider sources and see if they feel therapy would be appropriate for you. See similar questions...

In its infancy, physical therapy (PT) was used to help World War I veterans re-acquire skills they had lost due to nerve, muscle, or bone injuries. Today, one of the main goals of PT is to identify and treat problems with movement and posture. PTs can help children learn or become more proficient at a variety of movement skills, including rolling, sitting, crawling, walking, jumping, running, bike riding, etc. See similar questions...

Charges for mailing a flier or similar to our members to go out with a mailing, e.g. with the newsletter in June / December: See similar questions...

In a creative arts therapy, language skills and overall living skills are acquired, developed, and enhanced through engaging the client in purposeful and meaningful experiences in a long-term therapeutic relationship. A person involved in speech and occupational therapies can bring to fruition the integration of language and physical skills, discovering and fortifying these resources through creative expression. See similar questions...

Occupational therapy specializes in the treatment of upper extremity injuries and disorders to the wrist, hand, and elbow. Our occupational therapists commonly treat orthopedic and neurological impairments and have extensive experience with post surgical management. Our occupational therapists work with patients to restore functional pain free use of their arms and hands in daily activities. See similar questions...

Answer: The state of Texas requires a prescription from a licensed doctor and most physicians in the San Antonio area are familiar with the clinic through their association with the Methodist Healthcare System, the largest in the area. See similar questions...

There is a lot of overlap between the 2 professions. Physical therapists, in general, are trained in how to strengthen muscles and retrain them to work correctly after trauma, injury, illness, or developmental problems. Physical therapists will help people improve walking, balance, strength and coordination. See similar questions...

Your child's physician has requested a therapy evaluation to determine if therapy services could improve your child's abilities. Occupational therapy and physical therapy make it possible for infants, children and adolescents with injuries, physical challenges and/or developmental challenges to live their lives to their fullest potential. Our policy requires a written physician's prescription to initiate therapy services. See similar questions...