Patient Care Services

Types of Conditions Treated
Physical and occupational therapists are part of a highly skilled team of healthcare professionals at Greenwich Hospital who help patients with a variety of conditions and illnesses. For more information about these programs call (203) 863-4290.

Arthritis: Treatment for osteoarthritis, rheumatoid conditions and osteoporosis.

Hand Injuries: Treatment of fractures, sprains, arthritic conditions, carpal tunnel and splint fabrication.

Industrial Injuries: Physical therapists determine an employee's fitness requirements for specific jobs, identify potentially dangerous work sites and provide treatment to injured workers.

Joint Replacement: People who have had knee or hip replacement benefit from therapy that begins in the hospital and continues in the community setting to help them regain maximum mobility and function.

Lymphedema: This outpatient program helps to reduce swelling and other effects sometimes associated with mastectomy and chronic venous insufficiency. The program combines bandaging, drainage, and massage techniques to decrease swelling after surgery. For information, call (203) 863-3294.

Musculoskeletal Pain: Treatment of low back pain, neck pain, shoulder, foot, elbow, knee, hip and ankles ailments.

Neurological Disorders: Conditions such as multiple sclerosis, stroke, and Parkinson's disease.

Therapists are trained to use the Saebo Flex Orthosis. The Saebo Arm Training Program is a specialized approach designed to maximize arm and hand function following a neurological injury such as stroke.

Pediatric Development: Occupational therapists work with children who have a wide range of developmental delays, including those related to sensory processing and sensory motor integration.

Prosthetic/Orthotic Evaluation and Treatment: Full rehabilitation services for amputees and other conditions requiring supportive services.

Vestibular Rehabilitation: Exercise-based program for positive vertigo.

Wound Care: Treatment for diabetic ulcers, scarring and vascular disease.

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