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Physical Therapy

Physical TherapyNorthwest Texas Healthcare System's Department of Physical Therapy promotes and facilitates optimal health and human function.

The department provides comprehensive patient evaluation and treatment, educates patients and families and consults with other healthcare providers.

The physical therapy staff interacts with all disciplines, including neurosciences, orthopedics, oncology and general medicine. Physical therapy services are provided to outpatients and hospitalized patients.

The staff's clinical expertise and core values of compassion and respect demonstrate their firm commitment to providing high quality care for patients.

Patients Served
Patients admitted for inpatient care may have diagnoses including:
  • Stroke (CVA)
  • Brain tumor
  • Orthopedic conditions
  • Arthritis
  • Amputation
  • Wound care
  • Neurological/postneurosurgical condition
  • Nontraumatic spinal cord injury
  • Paraplegic
  • Deconditioning
Patients may be treated as outpatients for:
  • Acute chronic musculoskeletal conditions
  • Sports injuries
  • Orthopedic postsurgical care
  • Chronic pain
  • Neuromuscular disease
 
Services
The Department of Physical Therapy provides evaluative, preventative and rehabilitative services to patients with impairments in physical functioning. The staff provides patients with comprehensive evaluations, one-on-one education and functional training.

Specific services include:
  • Balance disorders
  • Evaluation and treatment of patients with neuromuscular conditions
  • Evaluation and treatment of patients with musculoskeletal conditions
  • Evaluation and treatment of patients with neurological deficits following a stroke or intracranial surgery
  • Training of amputee patients in preparation for, and use of prosthetic limbs
  • Biomechanical assessment of the lower extremities with fitting for orthotics
  • Strengthening and instruction in functional activities for patients recovering from acute medical problems, trauma and surgical procedures
  • Instruction of patients and caregivers in safe, effective function geared toward independence
  • Instruction in self-care and home exercises to promote self-management of symptoms
  • Evaluation and treatment of acute and chronic wounds to facilitate healing
  • Water aerobics for cardiopulmonary conditioning and strengthening
  • Evaluation, treatment and education of patients with pulmonary problems
  • Evaluation and treatment of patients with chronic pain
  • Consultation with other healthcare professionals regarding patients' requirement/potential for rehabilitation
  • Community outreach and education on back care, posture evaluation and correction and prevention of falls
Staff
The clinic staff includes 13 physical therapists and 10 physical therapy assistants with specific expertise in various clinical specialties. The hospital is unique in its ability to offer multiple services in one setting.
 

Location/Hours

The Department of Physical Therapy is located at Northwest Texas Healthcare System. Appointments are scheduled Monday – Saturday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

ACC Outpatient Clinic Hours:
Monday – Friday
7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
(806) 354-1774
(806) 354-1636 fax

Classes for You

Bodies In Motion Aquatic Program

Tuesdays & Thursdays
  • 9:15 – 10:15 a.m.
  • 10:30 – 1:30 a.m.
  • 2:30 – 3:30 p.m.
  • 3:45 – 4:45 p.m.
For more information, please call 806-354-1774.


Total Joint Class
Complimentary educational sessions for patients preparing for total hip or knee replacements.
 
Offered the 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month.
  • 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.
For more information please call 806-354-1701.

Lymphedema Center

Lymphedema is an abnormal swelling of a body part, most often the extremeties. It most often develops in one arm or leg, but may be present in other parts of the body.  Your medical doctor must diagnose this condition.

For treatment by a certified Lymphedema therapist who leads an experienced team call (806) 354-1439.

More Information

The physical therapy staff provides patients with comprehensive evaluations, one-to-one education and functional training.
Rehabilitation services are provided to outpatients and hospitalized patients needing one or more of the following services:
 
Audiology
 
Occupational Therapy
 
The Balance Center

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