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Speech Therapy for MS Patients
Published on: 2023/02/23
Multiple sclerosis, or MS, is a disorder characterized by the formation of lesions on the brain and spinal cord. Some of those lesions, either directly or indirectly can affect speech. With as many as 40% of those with multiple sclerosis experiencing some type of speech impairment, the need for speech therapy services is common among… Read More
Kinesiology Tape Isn’t Just For Athletes
Published on: 2023/02/23
Kinesiology tape is a thin, flexible tape used to aid muscle movement. Physical therapists at Comprehensive Rehab can apply the tape to help aid patient healing and pain relief.
How Can Occupational Therapy Help Those with Autism?
Published on: 2022/11/14
Roughly one in 44 children in the United States is diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. And while they might all fall under the one diagnosis, the challenges faced can differ greatly from person-to-person. Here at Comprehensive Rehab, we understand this and work with each of our clients to find the combination of occupational therapy programs… Read More
Speech Therapy After a Brain Injury
Published on: 2022/11/14
Those who suffer from traumatic brain injuries can face a multitude of problems, affecting many different parts of their bodies and areas of their lives. The recovery process can require a variety of physical and occupational therapy solutions. In many cases, after a brain injury, speech therapy will also be required. Sometimes the injuries will… Read More
How Can I Improve My ALS Speech?
Published on: 2022/03/22
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS, Lou Gehrig’s disease or motor neuron disease) affects muscle control, including muscles needed to speak, eat and breathe. For individuals with ALS, working with a speech-language pathologist at the earliest signs of speech or voice changes is vital.
March is Brain Injury Awareness Month
Published on: 2022/03/22
Traumatic brain injuries can be caused by falls, accidents, injuries or assaults. Those who’ve suffered a TBI can benefit from therapy.
What Is Hand Therapy? How Can It Help Me?
Published on: 2021/06/21
For individuals dealing with hand injury or pain, simple everyday tasks can seem overwhelming or impossible. Hand therapy offered at Comprehensive Rehab can help. What is hand therapy? According to the Hand Therapy Certification Commission, hand therapy is “the art and science of rehabilitation of the upper limb, which includes the hand, wrist, elbow, and… Read More
Athletes Turn To Dry Needling To Relieve Muscle Pain
Published on: 2021/03/01
Athletes know there’s nothing more frustrating than being sidelined by injury. Yet injuries are a reality of playing sports. Statistics show 90% of student-athletes have reported some sort of sport-related injury. For athletes dealing with muscle injuries or pain, Myofascial Trigger Point Dry Needling can offer relief. At Comprehensive Rehab, we use dry needling either… Read More
What Is Bibliotherapy? How Books Help Kids
Published on: 2020/12/18
Books, short stories, and storytelling can be a beneficial part of therapy for children with social, emotional, or learning needs. Known as “bibliotherapy” the approach uses books and reading alongside other therapy approaches. Therapists sometimes find it can be difficult for children to make sense of issues such as grief, family-related challenges, anxiety, or depression… Read More
Case Study | Behavioral Health Services Helps Aggressive 7-Year Old
Published on: 2020/12/18
Noah* was a verbally and physically aggressive 7-year old. His behaviors impacted both his family life and his ability to be successful at school. However, both his family and school officials have seen changes in Noah’s behavior thanks to his Behavioral Health Services counseling sessions at Comprehensive Rehab. (*Name has been changed to protect child’s… Read More