EVALUATION is required to document treatment effectiveness and must be accurate, reliable and appropriate for the stage of healing. Using objective instruments and methods, testing can include strength, dexterity, muscle function, soft tissue, range of motion, edema, vascularity, sensibility, activities of daily living, prosthetic and splinting needs.

WOUND MANAGEMENT services include whirlpool and debridement, suture removal, dressing changes, wound status monitoring, pin care and patient education for home programs. Sterile technique is used when appropriate. Scar Management utilizes controlled pressure techniques using silicone elastomer or gel sheet applied with compression garments.

SPLINTING Customized static, serial static, and dynamic splints are made to protect injured structures, to mobilize stiff joints and to enhance upper extremity function.

PHYSICAL AGENT MODALITIES are used to control pain, reduce swelling, increase circulation, relax muscles, reduce inflammation, enhance muscle contraction, and to combat scar adherence. Available modalities include hot pack, fluidotherapy, paraffin wax, whirlpool, contrast baths, ice massage/cold pack, ultrasound, electrical stimulation, TENS, neuromuscular stimulation, iontophoresis, biofeedback and Jobst compression pump.

EDEMA CONTROL techniques include therapeutic exercise, elevation, compression garments, retrograde massage, electrical stimulation, contrast baths, cold compresses, ice massage and Jobst compression pump.

THERAPEUTIC EXERCISE & ACTIVITY is used to regain motion, strength and dexterity. Purposeful activities, graded therapeutic exercise, and BTE work simulator assist restoration of pre-injury lifestyle.

ACTIVITIES OF DAILY LIVING & NEED FOR ADAPTIVE EQUIPMENT are assessed and training is provided to enhance independence in performing routine self care activities.

PAIN MANAGEMENT includes stress and pain reducing techniques. Therapeutic massage and myofascial release are provided with the opportunity to advance to a graduated exercise program. Selective therapeutic modalities are utilized when appropriate.

PROSTHETIC services include wound care, stump preparation, prosthetic training and patient education.