Premier Physical Therapy Of North Dakota, PLLC

Orthopedic Physical Therapy

Premier Physical Therapy Of North Dakota, PLLC is an Orthopedic Physical Therapy practice in Minot, ND with healthcare providers who have special training and skill in treating and rehabilitating injuries of the orthopedic system, which includes muscles, bones, joints, tendons, and ligaments. Orthopedic Physical Therapists at Premier Physical Therapy Of North Dakota, PLLC perform 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 at Orthopedic Physical Therapy practices 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 Therapy practices 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.

Sports Physical Therapy

Premier Physical Therapy Of North Dakota, PLLC is a Sports Physical Therapy practice in Minot, ND with healthcare providers who have special training and skill in diagnosing, treating, and preventing injuries resulting from athletics. Sports Physical Therapists at Premier Physical Therapy Of North Dakota, PLLC perform 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 at Sports Physical Therapy practices 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 Therapy practices 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.

Ergonomics Occupational Therapy

Premier Physical Therapy Of North Dakota, PLLC is an Ergonomics Occupational Therapy practice in Minot, ND with healthcare providers who have special training and skill in activity analysis. Ergonomics Occupational Therapists at Premier Physical Therapy Of North Dakota, PLLC perform observation and activity analysis in business and corporate environments. Ergonomics Occupational Therapy is the management of injury risk factors in the workplace in order to improve employee safety, health, comfort, and productivity. Significant diseases and conditions treated at Ergonomics Occupational Therapy practices include stress, injuries, and disabilities. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Ergonomics Occupational Therapy practices include identifying injury risk factors, adapting workplace environments and equipment accordingly, and creating employee education programs.

Hand Occupational Therapy

Premier Physical Therapy Of North Dakota, PLLC is a Hand Occupational Therapy practice in Minot, ND with healthcare providers who have special training and skill in emphasizing the patient's performance of desired activities as the primary goal of therapy while improving the mobility and range of motion of damaged or dysfunctional hands or upper extremities. Hand Occupational Therapists at Premier Physical Therapy Of North Dakota, PLLC perform customized therapy protocols to improve hand and upper extremity functions. Hand Occupational Therapy is the rehabilitation of hands and upper extremities performed by occupational therapists who prioritize the patient's participation needs u2014 returning to the activities he or she finds fulfilling, necessary, and meaningful. Significant diseases and conditions treated at Hand Occupational Therapy practices include Dupuytrenu2019s contracture, carpal tunnel syndrome, arthritis, distal interphalangeal joint dislocations, tendonitis, fractures, burns, ulnar sided wrist pain, and nerve and tendon surgical repair. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Hand Occupational Therapy practices include workstation evaluation and modification, healthy work habit training for employees, strengthening exercises, joint conservation and mobilization, sensory re-education, lymphedema management, edema control, pain management, wound care, custom splinting, and scar remodeling.