08/12/2025
Celebrating Clinical Success : Martha Ann Studards
Ms. Ann was referred to our Outpatient Physical Therapy department from her Primary Care Physician due to increased weakness impacting her quality of life and independence at home.
During her initial evaluation, Ms. Ann presented with difficulty in mobility, ascending/descending stairs and decreased confidence in balance, with a high fall risk. Our Outpatient Team developed a personalized treatment plan tailored to Ms. Martha’s challenges. Key interventions included gait training with a focus on endurance and safety, balance and proprioception exercises using dynamic surfaces, strengthening of the lower extremities and home safety education and caregiver involvement.
After 4 weeks of therapy, Ms. Ann is graduating from our Outpatient Therapy program walking independently with a rolling walker, successfully navigating stairs without assistance, significant boost in confidence with reduced fear of falling and successfully returned to community activities.
Ms. Ann’s Physical Therapy Assistant, Kohnley Sumner, states, "Her motivation and dedication were truly inspiring. She progressed from needing assistance with basic tasks to fully managing her day-to-day life. Our goal is always to restore independence and quality of life—and she achieved just that."
At discharge we asked Ms. Ann about her therapy experience to which she stated, “You ladies in therapy are truly amazing! Even my daughters were impressed—and when you pass their inspection, you know you're doing something right. Your constant smiles and positive energy make it easy for me to show up, stay motivated, and enjoy working with such a wonderful team.”
Thank you, Ms. Ann and family, for choosing Christian Care Center of Medina Outpatient Therapy services!
