Physical therapy at Health Guard helps older adults feel stronger, move with more confidence and keep their independence, as part of our adult day health care program.
Physical therapy is treatment with a licensed physical therapist that uses therapy equipment and guided exercises to strengthen muscles and restore movement that may have been affected by age, illness or injury.
As people age, they often become less active, and lack of activity can lead to other health problems and a lower quality of life. Many studies have shown that physical therapy can have a high impact on managing the effects of aging, and it offers a natural, drug-free approach to pain and stiffness.
Guided exercise helps seniors increase strength and muscle coordination for everyday movement.
Physical therapy can assist with pain management and trigger natural joint lubrication, which helps people with arthritis.
Reducing muscle tension improves posture, while balance and flexibility work supports safer movement.
Less muscle tension has the added benefit of helping seniors get quality rest.
For people with Alzheimer’s, physical therapy can facilitate communication and relaxation.
Physical therapy helps seniors gain control over their health without relying only on medication.
Physical therapy is part of our adult day health care program. Each participant’s therapy goals are included in their individual plan of care, and sessions take place during the program day alongside nursing care, meals and activities.
A licensed physical therapist works with each senior to find a solution to their health challenges, then follows a treatment plan until those goals are reached. Physical therapy involves a lot more than rehab: it helps seniors maintain their overall health and well-being for the long term.
A physical therapist assesses strength, movement and pain, then creates an exercise and treatment plan to improve strength, coordination, posture and comfort, helping seniors stay active and independent.
Yes. For participants whose plan of care includes it, physical therapy is provided during the program day at our North Hollywood facility, along with nursing, meals and activities.
For eligible participants, therapy and nursing services that are part of the individual plan of care are included in the CBAS program, a Medi-Cal benefit. We also accept most HMOs, SCAN and private pay. Call us at (818) 760-7727 and our team will help you check your coverage.
Physical therapy can assist in pain management for people with arthritis and can trigger natural joint lubrication, which is important for people who suffer from arthritis.
If you or your loved one is interested in knowing more about the benefits of physical therapy, kindly contact Health Guard.
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