Physical Therapy
Therapists at The Center utilize an array of skilled techniques to promote development, remediate impairments, and improve function, independence, and quality of life in a fun and engaging way.
- Neurodevelopmental Treatment
- Myofascial Release
- Muscle Energy Technique
- Kinesio Taping
- Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation
What is Neurodevelopmental Treatment?
Neurodevelopmental Treatment (NDT) is a holistic and interdisciplinary practice model that emphasizes individualized therapeutic handling based on movement analysis for habilitation and rehabilitation of individuals with neurological impairments, most often used with children with cerebral palsy or those who have had strokes.
Who would benefit from NDT?
Children with neuromotor dysfunction would benefit from this technique.
What are the goals of this technique?
The general goals of an NDT treatment plan are to enhance function, prevent deformities and minimize impairments.
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What is Myofascial Release?
Myofascial Release (MFR) is a safe and very effective hands-on technique that involves applying gentle sustained pressure into the myofascial connective tissue restrictions to eliminate pain and restore motion.
Who would benefit from MFR?
This therapy style can be used on a wide array of individuals who demonstrate muscular and connective tissue imbalances such as those associated with back pain, cerebral palsy, birth injuries, emotional trauma, headaches, pelvic pain, and scoliosis.
What are the goals of this technique?
The goals of MFR are to relieve pain and restore motion.
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What is the Muscle Energy Technique?
The Muscle Energy Technique (MET) is a form of osteopathic manipulative treatment in which the patient’s muscles are actively used on request, from a precisely controlled position, in a specific direction, and against a distinctly executed counterforce.
Who would benefit from MET?
Children with restricted motion of spine and extremities would benefit from MET.
What are the goals of this technique?
This therapy technique improves alignment of the skeletal system and muscular imbalances to restore motion and alleviate pain.
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Glossary of Osteopathic Terminology, 2011 Educational Council on Osteopathic Principles
What is Kinesio Taping?
The Kinesio Taping® Method is a technique that is designed to facilitate the body’s natural healing process while providing support and stability to muscles and joints without restricting the body’s range of motion as well as providing extended soft tissue manipulation to prolong the benefits of manual therapy administered within the clinical setting.
Who would benefit from Kinesio Taping?
Kinesio Taping successfully treats those with a variety of orthopedic, neuromuscular, neurological and other medical conditions.
What are the goals of this method?
The goal of kinesio taping is to re-educate the neuromuscular system, reduce pain and inflammation, optimize performance, prevent injury and to promote good circulation and healing.
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What is Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation?
Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) uses the body’s proprioceptive system to facilitate or inhibit muscle contraction. It is a method of promoting or hastening the response of the neuromuscular mechanism through the stimulation of proprioceptors (sensory receptors of the body).
Who benefits from PNF?
This treatment style is often used on individuals with neurological deficits such as cerebral palsy, but can also be used for strengthening and coordination in individuals with physical deficits.
What is the goal of PNF?
The purpose is to enhance and create movement in areas where the neurological system has been compromised.
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Our Therapy Partner
We partner with psychologists and social workers from Anchored Family Psychology and Counseling Associates – conveniently located in our Jenison location – for psychological evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment. Together we determine the best plan of action for your child and the family. Services performed at Anchored Family are billed separately and appointments will need to be scheduled directly with the Anchored Family team.
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Insurance Coverage
Occupational, Speech and Physical therapies are paneled with Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Michigan, Blue Care Network (BCN), Cofinity, and Priority Health covering a range of diagnoses. We are paneled with all of these providers for autism spectrum services. Clients with other health plans may be able to submit for reimbursement, but payment will be out-of-pocket at the time of treatment.