Fibromyalgia Program at Twin Rivers Physical Therapy, PC

Twin Rivers Physical Therapy, P.C. offers physical therapy and occupational therapy services for treating all types of orthopedic and neurological diagnoses. Based on the physician's diagnosis, referral, and patient's goals, each patient will receive a complete evaluation to establish the treatment plan. 

Fibromyalgia Program Goals

• Improve and maintain optimal physical function for ADL/work activities.

• Learn pain management strategies and how to cope with chronic pain to live a productive and satisfying life.

• Develop a healthy lifestyle plan to prevent pain and know what to do in case of a flare-up.  Regular stretching and strengthening exercises, proper nutrition, improved sleep habits, decreasing stress, and striving toward a balance of work and leisure will be emphasized.

Physical Therapy Treatment

• Manual Therapy (ie. Myofascial release, soft tissue mobilization)

• Cardiovascular Conditioning

• Core Stability Exercises

• Stretching & Strengthening exercises for Lower Extremities

• Pilates

• Therapeutic Yoga

• Nutrition Education

• Modalities

Occupational Therapy Treatment

• Activities of Daily Living (including tips to improve memory, sleep, time management)

• Adaptive Equipment Training/Assistive Technology

• Home & Workplace Environmental Modifications

• Energy Conservation/Work Simplification Techniques

• Stress Management

• Relaxation Training (i.e.. Deep Breathing, Therapeutic Yoga)

• Symptom Reduction & Injury Prevention Techniques

• Stretching & Strengthening Exercises for Upper Extremities

• Custom splinting for Upper Extremity Conditions

• Modalities

Stay Fit Program

Individualized exercise programs are established with emphasis on home programs and participation in the Stay Fit Program.  The Stay Fit Program is an independent exercise program following completion of Physical and/or Occupational Therapy.  Our staff is available to monitor patients and adjust the independent routines as needed.  We offer a full complement of Club Tek resistive exercise machines and aerobic equipment. Our facility is open 6 days a week to accommodate most schedules.