Our physical and occupational therapists specialize in the evaluation, treatment and management of patients with a variety of congenital, developmental, neurological and musculoskeletal or acquired disorders.
A physical therapist provides individual treatment for inpatients and outpatients who suffer from physical disabilities resulting in decreased mobility, loss of function, decreased strength and pain. Treatment and home exercise programs are designed to facilitate maximum independence and function to individuals with acute or chronic conditions.
More about our services
Our skilled physical therapists (PTs) help patients of all ages reach their best functional outcome.
Physical therapists treat a wide range of conditions, such as:
- Total/partial joint replacements
- Neck & back pain
- Chronic pain
- Fibromyalgia
- TMJ
- Post-stroke rehabilitation
- Post-amputation rehabilitation
- Pre/post-surgical knee, shoulder, hip
- Balance deficits
- Gait deficits
- Chronic edema/Lymphedema
- Post-mastectomy or post-trauma edema
- Pregnancy pain issues
- Sports and work-related injuries
- Vertigo and vestibular rehab
- Pelvic floor dysfunction/pain
- Postural restoration techniques
Pediatric physical therapy
We provide expert pediatric physical therapy in our office, at home, at schools, parks and playgrounds – whatever works best for your child. Using a multidisciplinary team approach, we working closely with family members, other therapists, teachers, and doctors to achieve the best results for you child. Conditions commonly treated include:
- Developmental disorders
- Cerebral palsy
- Spina bifida
- Down syndrome
- Genetic disorders
- Coordination issues
- Toe walking
- Neck muscle tightness (Torticollis)
- Behavioral issues
- Post traumatic stress disorder
- ADD/ADHD
- Autism
- Hearing and visual disorders
Our occupational therapists (OTs) provide care for people of all ages with health conditions that cause pain, decreased mobility, decreased strength, loss of function or ability to perform self-care. We will develop a personalized care plan that helps you gain the strength, endurance and abilities needed to return to independent living.
Occupational therapists treat a wide range of conditions, such as:
- Hand injuries/surgeries
- Elbow, wrist and shoulder injuries/surgeries
- Degenerative disorders
- Neuromuscular disorders
- Joint diseases
- Overuse conditions and tendonitis
- Post-stroke rehabilitation
- Cognitive and memory deficits
Pediatric Occupational Therapy (OT)
Our occupational therapists provides early OT intervention for children from birth to 5 years old with developmental and sensory delays. Services are provided at home, pre-schools and at our outpatient practice. Your child may benefit from occupational therapy if they have:
- Inattention and distractibility
- Difficulty with visual tasks such as letter recognition and copying from a blackboard
- Difficulty eating, dressing and following instructions
- Awkward running / jumping and planning body movements
- Writing difficulties and other hand skill issues
- Struggles with self-control or is easily overwhelmed
- Difficulty with processing sound, touch or textures
- Behavioral issues such as biting, kicking and fighting
A referral from your pediatrician or Child Development Services is required.
Inpatient Rehabilitation Services: Swing Bed program.
207-505-4515
MaineHealth Waldo Hospital Physical Occupational and Speech Therapy offers specialized therapy for people living with Parkinson's disease.
LSVT BIG is an intensive physical and occupational therapy exercise program that’s proven to help improve major motor skills, including:
- Faster walking
- Bigger steps
- Better balance
- Increased trunk rotation
- Increased fine motor skills
- Increased activities of daily living
- Many people living with Parkinson’s disease have issues with recognizing the appropriate amount of effort to perform normal movements. LSVT BIG is used to minimize or slow progression of the disease.
LVST LOUD helps people living with Parkinson's disease strengthen their voice, volume and articulation through a series of therapeutic exercises. This service is provided through MaineHealth Waldo Hospital Speech Therapy.
The MaineHealth Waldo Hospital swing bed program provides short-term rehabilitation care for patients who need to increase their strength and independence prior to returning home from a hospital stay. Patients work toward independent self-care with support from a multidisciplinary rehabilitation team. The team also helps ensure a safe and comfortable transition from hospital to home.
To be eligible for swing bed care, patients must:
- Require a “skilled” level of care
- Have a qualifying hospital stay
- Agree to participate in short-term rehabilitation
Your swing bed care team may include:
- Physicians
- Hospitalists
- Registered nurses
- Swing bed coordinators
- Social workers/discharge planners
- Pharmacists
- Dietitians
- Physical, occupational and speech therapists
- Activities coordinators
- Medicare specialists
- Behavioral health specialists
Please call 207-505-4515 for more information. We will work with you to determine eligibility and insurance coverage.
We offer individualized aquatic physical therapy by specially-trained licensed therapists. Water lessens the pressure on muscles and joints, providing an opportunity to exercise for people who are otherwise limited.
Aquatic therapy may be especially helpful with patients who suffer from orthopedic injury, lower back pain, weight-bearing limitations, balance dysfunctions, stroke or are involved in post-surgical recovery.
Please call 207-338-4666 or 207-338-9316 for more information. A doctor’s referral is required.
Urinary incontinence retraining involves exercises and treatment that help female patients better use their pelvic floor muscles.
We provide customized therapeutic exercise programs that help cancer patients maintain their physical and mental well-being. Aquatic therapy services are also available for those unable to begin an exercise program on land. For more information, please call 207-338-9316. A physician’s referral is required.
