CEDAR CREST NURSING &
REHABILITATION

Physical Therapy

Physical Therapists and Physical Therapy Assistants are professionals trained in recognizing loss of and restoring strength, range of motion, balance, coordination, posture, endurance and mobility. Often a change of function is due to medical illness, disease process, traumatic injuries, or lack of mobility. Our rehabilitation team uses a variety of equipment including treadmill, recumbent stationary bikes, parallel bars, exercise mats, weights, Wii games, and areas for stair and ramp training. Our physical therapists provide individualized assessments and treatment plans geared to include the goals of patients and their families. Patients are often surprised at the progress they make under our tailored approach to therapy. In fact, seventy-five percent (75%) of our patients return home in less than two weeks.

Occupational Therapy

Occupational Therapists and Occupational Therapy Assistants focus on increasing, enhancing and adapting task development skills to increase the level of independence and autonomy for our patients. Occupational therapy in this setting typically includes retraining of activities such as bathing, grooming, dressing, cooking, feeding, or other tasks required to reach desired goals. Physical exercises are used in conjunction with task-oriented training for improving flexibility, strength, coordination, and cognition in preparation for higher level skills. Compensatory techniques such as adaptive equipment, changing the environment or alternative methods are taught.

Speech Therapy

Speech Therapists evaluate and treat patients to maximize communication and interaction with others, as well as enhance swallowing, chewing, and oral-motor control. After thorough evaluation, speech therapists make recommendations for food and drink consistency and texture to prevent illness caused by improper swallowing. They train patients in communications skills, such as voice quality, volume, listening and comprehension.