In my 32 years of delivering outpatient clinical Physical Therapy services, in the Wooster area, many of my patients stated they wished they had known the information I provided them, prior to their injury or condition. However, insurance has been restrictive in using the Physical Therapy profession in preventative and maintenance categories. I am now dedicated to fulfilling the niche of the meldi
ng together of physical training with the expertise of Physical Therapy to provide clients with safe, effective, educational physical training to enhance functioning within the home and during hobbies and past-times. Many personal trainers work with younger, fitness and sports minded clientele, but my clientele consists primarily of mature adults and seniors that are beginning to note lessening abilities to perform the things they once could do with ease. Many times this is not due to the advancement of chronological age, but of decreased activity levels, addition of chronic conditions and diseases such as arthritis (including total joint replacement), history of stroke or heart disease, or frequent falling. Many times, addressing the specific factors that allow decline can significantly slow the progression and promote independence. My program not only addresses strength but also balance, coordination, and mobility. In addition to this, I can evaluate and fit in-shoe orthotics for foot and arch pain, and standard Physical Therapy following surgery or injury in the privacy and comfort of home for those with reduced mobility or a dislike of the larger gym environment. In addition to my Ohio Physical Therapy License, I am also certified through the Functional Aging Institute and am a member of the Medical Fitness Network.
