Orthopedic Physical Therapist
Ms. Dina Peterson Qualter is an Orthopedic Physical Therapist in Harwich, MA
with special training and skill in treating and rehabilitating injuries of the orthopedic system, which includes muscles, bones, joints, tendons, and ligaments.
As an Orthopedic Physical Therapist, Dina Peterson Qualter, MPT, AT-C, CHT performs
skilled rehabilitation to provide pain relief, improve strength and mobility, as well as increase range of motion. Orthopedic Physical Therapy is
the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of orthopedic injuries in the muscles, bones, joints, tendons, and ligaments. Significant diseases and conditions treated by
Orthopedic Physical Therapists include sprains, strains, tendonitis, arthritis, ligament tears, muscle tears, joint/muscle/tendon inflammations, post-fracture injury, joint stiffness, joint pain, rotator cuff tears, and ACL tears.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Orthopedic Physical Therapists
include pain modulation techniques, manual therapy, joint mobilization, manual muscle stretching, and soft tissue mobilization.
A licensed physical therapist, including but not limited to an individual who is a Board Certified Specialist in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy, who has demonstrated specialized knowledge and skill in human anatomy and physiology, movement science; pathology/pathophysiology, pain science, medical and surgical considerations, orthopaedic physical therapy theory and practice, and critical inquiry for evidence-based practice.
Orthopedic Physical Therapists in Harwich, MA
Hand Physical Therapist
Ms. Dina Peterson Qualter is a Hand Physical Therapist in Harwich, MA
with special training and skill in treating hand and upper extremity conditions in collaboration with orthopedic and general surgeons who also specialize in the hand and upper extremities.
As a Hand Physical Therapist, Dina Peterson Qualter, MPT, AT-C, CHT performs
preventative, non-surgical, surgical, and post-surgical rehabilitation. Hand Physical Therapy is
the evaluation and treatment of upper extremity (shoulder, arm, elbow, forearm, wrist, and hand) ailments and injuries. Significant diseases and conditions treated by
Hand Physical Therapists include frozen shoulder, shoulder impingement, cubital tunnel syndrome, carpal tunnel syndrome, tennis elbow, CMC arthritis, Dupuytren disease, De Quervain tendinopathy, boutonniere deformity, trigger finger, extensor tendon injury, flexor tendon injury, distal radius fracture, and stroke.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Hand Physical Therapists
include developing exercise programs; conducting manual therapy, creating custom orthotics; and managing swelling, pain, and scar care.
Hand Physical Therapists in Harwich, MA
Sports Physical Therapist
Ms. Dina Peterson Qualter is a Sports Physical Therapist in Harwich, MA
with special training and skill in diagnosing, treating, and preventing injuries resulting from athletics.
As a Sports Physical Therapist, Dina Peterson Qualter, MPT, AT-C, CHT performs
pain and mobility assessments, diagnostic imaging, exercise therapy, and endurance exercises . Sports Physical Therapy is
a medical specialty focused on reducing or eliminating patient pain and increasing mobility in patients experiencing sport-related injuries . Significant diseases and conditions treated by
Sports Physical Therapists include chronic knee, neck, hip, back, and joint pain, muscle sprain, torn ACL, spinal disc pain, spinal disc herniation, hamstring injury, and nerve dysfunction.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Sports Physical Therapists
include diagnostic x-ray, MRI, and CT imaging, pain and mobility assessment, physical therapy rehabilitation, inflammation reduction techniques, medical massage, acupuncture, spa therapy, and referral to other specialists as needed.
A licensed physical therapist, including but not limited to an individual who is a Board Certified Specialist in Sports Physical Therapy, who has demonstrated specialized knowledge and skill in human anatomy and physiology, movement science, pathology and pathophysiology, medical and surgical intervention, and health and wellness, as well as rehabilitation/return to sports, management of acute injury/illness, medical and surgical consideration, injury prevention, and sports performance enhancement.
Sports Physical Therapists in Harwich, MA
