Therapeutic Recreation

Therapeutic Associates emphasizes a comprehensive approach, combining manual therapy, patient education, and therapeutic exercise to enhance the recovery of our patients and to return them to function in the shortest time possible. If you choose TAI as your rehabilitation provider, here’s what to expect along your journey to maximum recovery. What to Expect Evaluation Your treatment begins with a focused evaluation, which includes health history and overall health assessment. A physical examination is then conducted to assess your range of motion, sensation awareness, pain levels, strength, and ability to perform specific functional tasks. Goal Setting Using information gathered during the evaluation, you and your therapist will establish a treatment plan and therapy goals designed to help you achieve recovery as quickly and safely as possible. Treatment Your treatment program will initially focus on relieving your symptoms and stabilizing your condition. This will be accomplished using a wide range of interventions to facilitate necessary physical changes. Treatment then progresses to strengthening and regaining maximum movement and function. Exercise and strengthening programs are tailored to meet individual goals and assist in this process. In addition, you will learn ways to prevent future problems and maintain health. Education Since your understanding and participation are essential to achieving your treatment goals, you will be taught strategies to take control of …