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Physical Therapy
At Blue Skies, we understand that recovery and long-term wellness demand both time and commitment. Our certified and licensed Physical Therapists specialize in providing in-home physical therapy for teens to elders, focusing on rehabilitation following injury, surgery, stroke, or illness. We offer the support you need to recover fully and regain your independence. We are also strong advocates of proactive care, providing exercises designed to manage aging, osteoporosis, and to enhance mobility and independence in your home.
Personalized Care Plans
At Blue Skies Nursing, we know that each individual is unique. That’s why we create customized care plans, which can include a combination of skilled nursing, occupational therapy, and physical therapy for recovery and independent living, ensuring your loved ones safety and happiness at home. This also includes safety recommendations based on your specific home environment, in order to improve accessibility and decrease fall risk. Schedule a free consultation to get started!
Certified Physical Therapists
Our physical therapists have a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree and are certified as Geriatric Clinical Specialists by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA). This certification requires completing at least 2,000 hours of direct patient care in geriatrics within the past 10 years, an APTA-accredited geriatrics residency, and passing a comprehensive examination.
Geriatric Physical Therapy
The Blue Skies Physical Therapy team are experts in physical therapy for elders, providing care in the comfort of patients' homes. They focus on treating musculoskeletal conditions such as arthritis, osteoporosis, and scoliosis, as well as progressive neurological diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. We also specialize in vestibular rehabilitation to help individuals manage balance disorders and dizziness, common among older adults. In addition to in-home therapy, they can provide aquatic therapy to enhance treatment options. Our team is dedicated to improving patients' quality of life and daily function and maintaining range of motion, muscle strength, and endurance.
Stroke Rehabilitation
Our dedicated physical therapy team specializes in post-stroke rehabilitation, helping clients regain strength and functionality. Our team assesses mobility and balance, develops personalized exercise regimens, and educates clients on adaptive techniques and mobility aids. Our physical therapy team has lots of experience with hand therapy post-stroke, targeting fine and gross motor movement to enhance their ability to complete daily living activities. Our goal is to empower your loved one to regain strength, speech, and independence.
Dementia Physical Therapy
The Blue Skies Physical Therapy team specializes in providing in-home physical therapy for individuals with dementia. Our approach enhances mobility and daily living activities through personalized exercises tailored to each patient's needs. We also offer recommendations for adaptive technology and teach clients and their families how to use these tools effectively, promoting engagement and independence. Our goal is to help individuals with dementia maintain their quality of life while providing support and relief to their families.
Post-Operative Rehabilitation
The Blue Skies Team creates personalized outpatient home therapy plans tailored to your specific needs and recovery goals - typically including both nurse and therapy care. Our compassionate physical therapy specialists focus on targeted exercises and techniques designed to promote healing, restore strength, and enhance mobility. With Blue Skies Physical Therapy, you can regain your confidence in independent living after an injury.
Post-Injury Rehabilitation
At Blue Skies, our dedicated physical therapy team is committed to helping you recover as quickly and safely as possible after a fall, sprain, fracture, or any other injury. We specialize in the rehabilitation of fractures, sprains, tendon injuries, muscle strains, and more—whether they result from falls, sports, or everyday activities. Our goal is to help you regain strength and promote proper healing, ensuring a smooth transition back to your daily life.
Preventative Physical Therapy
For our elder care clients aging in place, we offer “prehab”—a compassionate approach to preventative geriatric physical therapy designed to enhance daily activities and overall well-being. Our dedicated team focuses on improving strength, mobility, and fall prevention, helping your loved one maintain a safer and more active lifestyle. We understand the importance of staying engaged in your daily routines, so we work closely with you to create tailored exercises that empower our clients to thrive at home.
The Blue Skies Approach to Physical Therapy
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Remediation:
Restoring Functionality
Our primary goal at Blue Skies Physical Therapy is to help clients regain functionality. Through personalized treatment plans and targeted interventions, we address mobility limitations and strength deficits to facilitate recovery and enhance daily living.
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Prevention: Promoting Long-Term Wellness
Proactive care is key to maintaining health as clients age. We educate on exercises and lifestyle changes to prevent injuries and complications, emphasizing regular activity, proper body mechanics, and fall prevention to support safe and independent living.
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Compensation:
Adapting to Change
When clients reach a recovery plateau, we focus on compensation strategies. Our team assists with installing assistive devices, like grab bars, and trains clients and caregivers on their effective use, enhancing quality of life and promoting independence.
