Physical Therapy

Rutland Regional's expert physical therapy team is dedicated to easing your pain, helping you function and move better, and live a more active life.

Physical Therapist with a patient on a balance machine You want to live life to its fullest. The physical therapists at Rutland Regional offer customized, compassionate physical therapy services to help people of all ages manage chronic conditions or recover from illness, injury or surgery.

Our Services

Our licensed physical therapists will be with you every step of the way, from evaluation to treatment and beyond. We work closely with you to develop a personalized treatment plan and set achievable physical therapy goals. We provide our services in a state-of-the-art, sunlight-filled gym specially designed to assist in the rehabilitation of a range of conditions.

Parkinson's Disease (PD)

This is a disorder of the nervous system. It affects movement, and it can interfere with your speech. It can severely impair your daily activities. Parkinson's is most common in people age 50 or older. It is more common in men.

Our specialized therapy programs include treatment for a variety of conditions:

Balance/Vestibular Disorders: If you are suffering from conditions such as balance issues, vertigo, or dizziness, our therapist are specially trained in balance & vestibular therapy to help resolve balance issues, decrease your fear of falling, and help you maintain your independence. Our therapists are also trained to perform various Canalith Repositioning Maneuvers to treat BPPV.
Neurological Disorders: If you are suffering from a neurological condition such as a stroke, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, Multiple Sclerosis, or Parkinson’s Disease our interdisciplinary team of therapists will work closely with you and your neurologist to create a personalized treatment plan for you. We are also a certified LSVT clinic that offers both the BIG (Physical & Occupational) and LOUD (Speech Therapy) specifically designed for Parkinson’s Disease patients.
Orthopedic Conditions: We offer specialized treatment to help you increase mobility, improve strength and manage pain associated with various orthopedic injuries such as acute & chronic neck/back pain, pregnancy related back and joint pain, rotator cuff disorders, hip/knee pain, foot/ankle pain, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and osteoporosis.
Joint Replacements: If you have had a knee, hip, or shoulder replacement, our specialized therapy begins in the hospital and continues after discharge to help you regain maximum mobility and function.
Sports Medicine & Concussion Management: If you are suffering from a sports injury or concussion, we offer customized therapy to help you quickly and safely return to sports and daily activities, increase strength and endurance, and prevent future injuries. Our onsite staff have extensive experience with various sports and performing arts injuries. We also offer post-concussion management therapy and work closely with our highly trained physicians to help return you safely to your sport.
Lymphedema Therapy: Our specialists offer outpatient lymphedema therapy that combines bandaging, drainage and massage techniques to help reduce uncomfortable arm or leg swelling that can follow a mastectomy or occur as a side effect of chronic venous insufficiency.
Prosthetic/Orthotic Therapy: We work closely as a team with our onsite orthotists and prosthetists to offer full rehabilitation and evaluation services for amputees and other patients requiring supportive or assistive devices for mobility.
Wheelchair Seating Clinic: Our wheelchair clinic provides specialized evaluation and instruction to help you achieve and maintain proper seating, reduce your risk of deformities, prevent skin breakdown, and improve overall mobility and function.