Physical Therapy

Physical Therapy

Physical therapy helps restore body function, increase mobility, decrease pain, and prevent long-term injuries. Sunshine Health & Rehab provides one-on-one physical therapy, where Sunshine-employed skilled and licensed staff focus on every resident's health and rehabilitation, inside and out. Sunshine Physical Therapists abide by the standards and guidelines of the American Physical Therapy Association. 

Sunshine is a privately owned, local healthcare facility with a mission of caring for the whole health of the individual. Our on-site therapy gym allows residents to receive daily care every day of the week by our Sunshine-employed licensed therapy staff. Additionally, each resident seeking physical therapy services will receive a customized physical therapy plan tailored to their specific needs to help them recover faster following an on-site physical consultation. They can swiftly and safely work towards achieving independence and focus on healing using proven physical therapy rehabilitation techniques.

Benefits of Physical Therapy

• Improved mobility and movement

• Recovery from injury or trauma

• Recovery from stroke or paralysis

• Fall prevention and improved balance

• Decreased Pain/Pain Management

Types of Physical Therapy

Sunshine provides person-centered care, and you can be confident that your loved ones will receive the high-quality care they need and deserve. As part of our rehabilitation program, licensed therapy staff evaluate and assess to create custom physical therapy treatment plans to meet individual needs and goals of restoring physical function and mobility and promoting proper physical activity/function.

Treatment is offered in our on-site therapy gym and fitness studio, with recovery treatment 7 days per week or at the bedside if needed. Therapists provide an ongoing assessment to optimize therapy plans to meet the evolving needs of patients gaining mobility, function, and independence. When it is time for discharge, physical therapists educate the patient and their family and visit the patient's home to ensure that post-therapy is successful.

• Rehabilitation for Age-Related Illnesses

• Post-Surgical Rehabilitation and Protocols

• Fine Motor Skill Training

• Spine Rehabilitation (Cervical, Thoracic, Lumbar)

• Fall Prevention, Balance, and Gait Training

• Proprioception Training

• Massage Therapy

• Manual Therapy and Therapeutic Exercises

• Vestibular Dysfunction and Rehabilitation

Physical Therapy at Sunshine

All of Sunshine's rehabilitation therapists are licensed in Washington State and are complete continuing education credits maintain their licenses. Additionally, our team can help diagnose physical abnormalities, restore physical function, increase mobility, work towards fall prevention and improved balance, and promote proper physical activity and function. If a patient requires specialty equipment, our physical therapists can recommend equipment or assistive devices such as orthotics, prosthetics, splints, canes, walkers, crutches, grab bars, etc.

FAQS

What Does Physical Therapy Treat?

• Physical Therapy (PT) professionals thoroughly examine patients recovering from surgery or experiencing functional loss. We work with residents who have a wide variety of illnesses and injuries, including those who have suffered a stroke or other neurological damage, need orthopedic rehabilitation, or have had surgery.

• Orthopedic Rehabilitation

• Pain Management

• Fitness and Wellness

• Neurological Conditions

How much therapy will I receive at Sunshine?

The amount of therapy varies depending on your primary diagnosis, other health conditions, cognitive impairment, mechanical/swallowing disorder, and health plan. For example, Medicare Part A covers 100 days of post-acute care where the patient stays at least three days in an acute care hospital. Other times, Medicare Part B will cover certain therapies.

What is the difference between PT and OT?

Physical therapy focuses on healing and getting the body moving, while occupational therapy focuses on specific activities such as modifying and adapting (such as driving and using mobility equipment) 

Can I do PT at Home? 

Our very experienced physical and occupational therapy team implements the best assessment and treatment tools directed at improved balance, strength, and confidence to maximize function and minimize falls. 

How Can We Help?

If you or a family member is planning to undergo surgery, has suffered a stroke, or is looking to increase their everyday movement and function, call us at (509) 926-3547 or come by Sunshine Health & Rehab for a facility tour. You may have many questions, and we are here to help.