Physical Therapists (PTs), Occupational Therapists (OTs), and Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) play a key role in the pandemic. They can help in the recovery process for patients suffering from lasting symptoms associated with SARS-CoV-2, also known as COVID-19. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released new information last week about how to care for patients with […]
Spasticity is when muscles contract involuntarily and have difficulty relaxing. It causes a sense of stiffness and difficulty moving the affected limb or controlling the movement of the limb. Normal movement is usually fluid and smooth. Muscle movement is controlled by a complex system in which the brain “commands” some muscles to contract while “commanding” […]
A cancer diagnosis is life changing. Support resources are vital for your physical, emotional, and financial health. Below we have compiled a list of cancer support resources in the Huntsville, Alabama area. Resources for Physical Health: Therapy Achievements– Physical, Occupational, Speech, and Memory Rehab has been proven to increase the quality of life for patients […]
April is Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Month. Approximately one million Americans live with Parkinson’s disease. Parkinson’s disease typically affects people over the age of 50 and is characterized by resting tremor, rigidity, postural instability, slowness of movement, and reduced amplitude of movement. It is a progressive disorder that results in the loss of nerve cells in […]
April is Occupational Therapy Month and Therapy Achievements wants to celebrate! With over 100 years of combined experience, the occupational therapists at Therapy Achievements are able to provide the best blend of cutting edge technology combined with proficiency and knowledge that comes with dedication and practice. But what does “occupation” have to do with therapy? […]
Lymphedema and Edema Treatment of lymphedema can be challenging! Approximately 60% of our body mass is composed of fluid. Normally this fluid moves in and out of the tissues – the space between the skin and the muscle. If the fluid becomes stagnant and trapped in the tissues, swelling occurs. Left untreated, swelling can trigger […]
Rehabilitation Therapy After Stroke Stroke is one of the leading causes of long-term adult disability. It affects approximately 795,000 people each year in the U.S. Even the very word “stroke” indicates that no one is ever prepared for this sudden, often catastrophic event. But stroke survivors and their families can find workable solutions to most […]
Sadly, it’s time to say goodbye and good luck to our occupational therapy interns at Therapy Achievements. Dominique and Monique have done a tremendous job with treating our patients, helping to further develop our vision therapy program, and organizing our procedures. They will be very missed! In addition to working with us, they have been busy studying for their licensure […]
Therapy Achievements welcomes Occupational Therapy interns Dominique and Monique Fitchard. Dominique and Monique are twin sisters who were both accepted into the Occupational Therapy program at Tuskegee University and who are both completing their internships at Therapy Achievements. They enjoy the variety of patients they are able to work with at Therapy Achievements and have been instrumental […]
5 Tips from Occupational Therapy to Help Manage Your Arthritis July is Arthritis Awareness Month and occupational therapy can help preserve your joints and manage your pain. How can occupational therapists help? Occupational therapists can teach you how to reduce strain on your joints during daily activities. They can show you how to modify your […]