Physical Therapy - Manchester Healthcare Center

Physical Therapy at Manchester

Our physical therapy program is designed to help residents recover from injury, surgery, or illness, and manage chronic conditions such as arthritis or Parkinson’s disease. Our skilled physical therapists use evidence-based techniques and state-of-the-art equipment to improve mobility, balance, strength, and overall function.

Through personalized treatment plans, we help residents achieve their goals, whether it’s returning home after a hospital stay, improving mobility to prevent falls, or managing pain to enhance quality of life.

Our Physical Therapy Services

Therapeutic Exercises

Our therapists design targeted exercise programs to improve strength, endurance, flexibility, and coordination. These exercises help restore function, reduce pain, and prevent future injuries.

Strengthening exercises for major muscle groups
Range of motion and flexibility training
Balance and coordination activities
Postural training and alignment

Gait and Mobility Training

We focus on improving walking patterns, stability, and safety during movement. Our therapists help residents use assistive devices properly and work to increase independence in mobility.

Safe and effective walking techniques
Transfer training (bed to chair, chair to standing)
Proper use of canes, walkers, and wheelchairs
Stair climbing and navigating different surfaces

Pain Management

Our therapists use a variety of techniques to reduce pain and improve comfort. These approaches help manage chronic conditions and improve overall function.

Hot and cold therapy
TENS (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation)
Manual therapy and massage techniques
Pain management education and coping strategies

Fall Prevention

We place a strong emphasis on preventing falls through assessment, education, and targeted interventions to improve balance and safety awareness.

Balance assessment and training
Home safety evaluation and recommendations
Muscle strengthening focused on stability
Education on fall risk factors and prevention strategies

Conditions We Treat

Our physical therapy services address a wide range of conditions and challenges:

Post-surgical rehabilitation
Stroke recovery
Arthritis management
Joint replacement recovery
Balance disorders
Parkinson's disease
General weakness and deconditioning
Fracture recovery
Chronic pain conditions
Fall-related injuries
Neurological conditions
Orthopedic injuries