Falls are a serious concern for older adults. In fact, one in four Americans aged 65 and older will fall each year, making falls a leading cause of injury, hospitalization, and even death among seniors. However, the good news is that falls are largely...
When it comes to speech therapy for children, there are two primary avenues for receiving services: school-based and clinic-based therapy. Each has its own strengths, and when combined, they can provide comprehensive support for a child’s...
Injuries can be life-altering events, impacting not only your physical health but also your ability to perform everyday tasks. Whether it's a sports injury, a work-related accident, or a fall at home, the road to recovery often involves more than...
Occupational therapy (OT) plays a crucial role in supporting and enhancing brain health. This therapeutic discipline is centered on enabling individuals to engage in meaningful daily activities, which has profound implications for cognitive function...
Written by Ellie Spillane, OTR/L, Occupational Therapist, Unified Therapy Services Don't let life's hurdles hinder your journey. Whether you're recovering from an injury, managing a disability, or seeking to enhance your abilities,...
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, an estimated 61 million adults in the United States live with a functional disability. These disabilities can be physical, cognitive, or a combination thereof, with the former encompassing...
We assesses and treat children with feeding and weight/growth difficulties using the SOS and AEIOU approach. Our speech therapists are certified in these programs, which integrate many factors, including sensory, oral, motor, behavioral, medical, and...
Do you experience dizziness, headaches, imbalance? Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy (VRT) can help improve your quality of life! Do you frequently experience symptoms such as dizziness, imbalance, headaches, nausea, or lightheadedness? These...
Benefits of Aquatic Therapy for Pregnant Women By Amy McClaskey, PTA If you are an expectant mother in need of a low-impact way to exercise without increasing pain, our aquatic therapy program could be a great solution for you! Aquatic therapy is a...
How Speech Therapy can help Dementia patients By Kersten Yutzy, M.A., CCC-SLP Dementia is generally thought of as memory loss in older adults, but it’s much more than that....
While backpacks are a convenient way to carry books and school supplies, an overloaded and/or improperly worn backpack can cause problems, such as pain in the neck or back and promote bad posture, according to the American Physical Therapy...
Before we dive into the signs of needing OT, let’s talk about what we do and how we help patients! Occupational Therapists (OT) and Occupational Therapy Assistants focus on the things you want and need to do in your daily life. Occupational...