PROGRAMS

C.A.R.E. Program

(Cancer And Rehabilitative Exercise): The goal of the C.A.R.E. Program is to improve your quality of life by reducing fatigue during and after cancer treatment. Treatments used to fight cancer, such as surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, and immunotherapy; not only destroy cancer cells, but also destroy many healthy cells. The result is often a decline in optimal physical function. Exercise has been shown to have a positive effect on patients undergoing cancer treatments and cancer survivors. The individualized program will address loss of motion, strength, flexibility, cardiovascular endurance and functional mobility. If desired, a patient can be placed in a group with similar programs to help motivate and provide a support system.

C.A.R.E. Brochure HCPT                   C.A.R.E. Brochure MMPT

C.A.R.E. Website

Ulman Cancer Fund for Young Adults

 

CANCER To 5K Program:

The CANCER to 5K Program is a free        12-week training program designed to introduce and/or reintroduce cancer survivors to training for and completing a 5K road race.  This is a progressive run/walk program designed to get you to your first 5K finish line happy, healthy, injury-free and able to cover the distance.  The program is fully supported by Certified Coaches, Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants, Athletic Trainers and Wellness Specialists who all work together with your medical team (oncologist, primary physician, chemo nurse, etc.) to ensure your safety at all times.
CANCER to 5K is open to young adult cancer survivors, ages 18-40, regardless of the current treatment status.  We welcome survivors who have completed treatment as well as those survivors who are currently undergoing treatment. While every individual's cancer treatment program is different, there are many patients who can benefit from a weekly exercise routine while in treatment.

For more information, please email May at cancerto5k.hc@ulmanfund.org

To register, visit www.cancerto5k.com

Adult Conditioning Program:

The Adult Conditioning Program is designed to address the needs of individuals who wish to begin an exercise program or continue with an exercise program post-rehabilitation. Programs are individually designed for each participant and are often conducted in small groups with others at a similar level in order to help with motivation. The goal of this program is to increase strength, flexibility and endurance and to improve posture, balance and function.

Sports Rehabilitation and Performance Training: The Sports Rehabilitation and Performance Training Program encompasses at all levels. It is designed by our Physical Therapists to prevent injuries, educate coaches and athletes on proper performance training techniques, and provide a safe return to pre-injury sports activities. The program includes pre-surgery conditioning, post-surgery rehabilitation and a dynamic sports performance progression directed by our Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. Our goal is to better manage sport injury therapy and provide more extensive treatment plans outside the scope of regular athletic training routines, including referrals to the appropriate orthopedic specialist, if necessary. With this program, we're able to decrease the wait time for needed medical intervention and ensure a faster return to sports activities.

Injury Prevention Program: In addition to the Sports Rehabilitation program, our Physical Therapists, Athletic Trainers and Strength and Conditioning Specialist have developed a comprehensive injury prevention, training program in order to decrease the number of injuries among local high school, college and recreational athletes. Our main focus is to educate coaches and players on strategies to avoid injury and includes specific exercises targeting problems as identified with particular sports.

The program consists of dynamic flexibility routines, strength exercises, plyometric activities, and sport specific agility drills. Athletes are instructed on proper movement techniques, balance and coordination skills and ways to improve joint integrity. All sessions are customized based on the athlete's goals and their needs as assessed by one of our Physical Therapist and Exercise Specialist. Our goal is to provide athletes with the knowledge and training necessary to stay healthy through their seasons and gain or maintain a competitive edge.

Orthotics Casting/Fitting:

Prescription orthotics are custom-made forms which correct your individual foot problems. They are made of high-impact materials and are designed to be inserted right into your shoes. The most important feature of a pair of orthotics is that they are made specifically for your feet.

Orthotics Brochure HCPT
Orthotics Brochure MMPT

 

Vestibular Rehabilitation: Vestibular Rehabilitation is an exercise-based program designed to significantly reduce or eliminate symptoms of vestibular disorders and/or vertigo by promoting central nervous system compensation for inner-ear deficits. The program is designed to decrease dizziness and visual symptoms, to increase balance and walking functions and to increase general activity levels. Based on a complete evaluation and assessment of symptoms, the therapist generates a list of problems to treat, short-term and long-term goals are established and an individualized treatment plan is developed.

Vertigo and Vestibular Brochure HCPT
Vertigo and Vestibular Brochure MMPT        
Vertigo and Vestibular Website                                                                           

Balance and Fall Prevention Program:

Prevention is key! This balance program will work on ways to improve your balance by establishing an dividualized exercise program to promote strength and flexibility, develop safe transfer techniques, and work on walking safely indoors as well as outdoors. We will educate you on ways to prevent falls along with making home safety recommendations.

Balance Brochure HCPT
Balance Brochure MMPT
Balance and Fall Prevention Program Website

Pregnancy Program for Expectant Mothers:

During pregnancy, all women experience changes in their bodies.  Due to these  changes, individuals can experience painful symptoms including lower back pain, sciatica, leg cramps, carpal tunnel syndrome and other musculoskeletal issues. The Pregnancy without Pain program has been designed to address these symptoms through hands on treatment, pre and post natal exercise, and education.  As Physical Therapists, it is our main goal to provide early intervention to patients dealing with pregnancy-related pain.  Early diagnosis and treatment can prevent the development of chronic conditions, as well as allow you to return to your normal activities of life without pain or limitation.
Pregnancy Brochure

Pilates and Physical Therapy:

Pilates is a form of exercise which helps improve concentration, strengthen muscles, increase flexibility, and improve balance and alignment to control muscles through movement more efficiently.  We believe Pilates complements the services we offer as Physical Therapists and enhances the level of care we are able to provide.  The Pilates program we offer at Howard County Physical Therapy is led by a certified Pilates instructor who is also a licensed Physical Therapist.  It is our goal to create a program that meets your individual needs and return you to your prior level of function as soon as possible.
Pilates Brochure