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Pain and numbness associated with peripheral neuropathy, which can stem from diabetes, vascular issues and those undergoing chemotheraphy, can be debilitating. Our therapists offer anodyne therapy -- an infared treatment where heat penetrates deep into the tissue, reopening capillaries and smaller veins to increase blood flow. This treatment can improve nerve function and helps in healing wounds.
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| This program for infants, toddlers and young children with developmental disabilities includes a comprehensive evaluation by a physical therapist, occupational therapist or speech therapist, followed by an appropriate plan for continued therapy to: help the child meet developmental milestones; help the family with care at home; and to help plan for the future in school. Our therapists work with children with a variety of diagnoses. |
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 Our occupational therapy department has the ability and equipment to assess the cognitive, visual, perceptual, and motor aspects of driving. The assessment can help identify specific limitations so that a plan of care can be initiated to correct these limitations and restore function if appropriate.
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Occupational therapists or speech therapists work with individuals with swallowing issues in order to obtain an in-depth clinical assessment. As part of this process, the individual may be assessed using a video swallow study. The intervention that follows will include diet changes, caregiver training, and/or exercise/instruction as appropriate. We also offer Vital Stim therapy, a relatively new treatment technique, which uses small electrical currents to stimulate and re-educate the muscles involved in swallowing. |
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 Repetitive strain injuries, work related injuries, carpal tunnel syndrome, arthritis, pain related syndromes, post surgery and trauma/crush injuries are just a few of the upper extremity problems that can be addressed by ValleyCare’s occupational therapists and certified hand therapists. Treatment plans are personalized based on functional goals and rate of healing and follow established protocols based on the latest advancements in technology and methodology. |
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ValleyCare Physical and Sports Medicine offers care of patients who have lymphedema. Trained occupational therapists provide lymph drainage massage, compression bandaging and assist people who are affected by lymphedema. Clinics are offered in both Pleasanton and Livermore.
Click here for Lymphedema Clinic pamphlet. |
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In order to help expectant mothers confined to bed rest, this at-home service teaches ways to organize the day, stay healthy and calm, care for other children and continue to meet the needs of a household. |
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Our occupational therapists are skilled in training individuals for activities of everyday life. They help patients following a stroke or heart attack or those with progressive debilitating disease achieve more independence in all facets of their lives. |
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 Neurologic Physical Therapy
We have therapists skilled in treating patients with neurological diagnoses such as Parkinson’s disease, CVA, gait disorders, balance/vestibular disorders. In addition to treating in the clinic, we also provide adaptive equipment recommendations and usage training and guidance to family members and caregivers.
Orthopedic Physical Therapy
Our therapists are experts in treating musculoskeletal disorders for both adults and children. Your personalized program of physical therapy, rehabilitation, injury prevention and pain management will maximize your body's ability to work for you and get you back to your active lifestyle.
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Proper preparation for orthopedic surgery is key to a successful recovery. We offer classes on total hip replacement, total knee replacement, and spine surgeries for patients and their families through our Physical Medicine Services. |
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In outpatient speech therapy, our licensed speech pathologists perform evaluations and design specific plans of intervention in order to meet short and long term goals set as a collaborative effort between the patient, therapist, and family/caregivers. We work with many age groups and a variety of diagnoses resulting in disorders of swallowing, speech, and cognition. |
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Offered at our Livermore campus, Physical Therapists assess and treat disorders associated with vertigo, dizziness and imbalance. We will create a comprehensive treatment program designed to address functional activities affecting quality of life, symptoms and fall risk. Many problems associated with decreased function of the vestibular system due to inner ear infections, vestibular neuritis, acoustic neuroma, stroke, positional vertigo, and decreased balance without known cause can be effectively treated with specialized exercises and retraining techniques. |
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In order to help return an injured employee back to work as quickly and safely as possible, a comprehensive evaluation is performed to assess the employee’s ability to perform specific work related duties. An individualized program is designed to address any deficits identified and help facilitate a healthy and productive return to work. |
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