AC Physical Therapy in Wheat Ridge Colorado

Apply now! We have a new opening to join our team.

Amber — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 16:13:56 +0000

Advertised positions are for versatile roles containing both clinical and administrative duties. A detailed list has been complied and there is often cross over between the clinical and administrative roles. Whether clinical or administrative, employees are required to have basic computer skills and phone skills. All other listed duties are considered on the job training and not required skills prior to hire.
Administrative -
1. Answer the phone
2. Greet patients
3. Inform therapist of their next patient’s arrival
4. Be aware of the flow and function of the clinic and the changing needs based on the schedule.
5. Explain insurance benefits to patients based on pre-authorization/verification process.
6. Gather patient co-pays and payments toward their deductibles.
7. Explain intake paperwork to patients.
8. Schedule new patients.
9. Insurance verification.
10. Scan paperwork.
11. Make bank deposits.
12. Schedule follow-up patients
13. Follow up on referrals from doctors.
14. Reminder phone calls for patient visits.
15. Help with any and all tasks that have yet to be completed.
16. Leave a list of duties for the incoming or remaining staff member of things to do if not working directly with patients.
17. Fax initial evaluations and progress reports to referring Dr.’s office.
18. Mail

Clinical roles
1. Modalities for patients
2. Clean Rooms, gym and equipment
3. Laundry
4. Remind patients to schedule their follow up appointment
5. Supply notification – if running low on anything must notify.
6. Water level in hydrocollator
7. Refill Gel
8. Tidy up
9. Magazine clean up and weed out
10. Electrode transfers to discharge
11. Answer phones
12. Help with any and all tasks that have yet to be completed.

Please submit resume’s by email to acphysicaltherapy@gmail.com or by fax to 303-432-2296.

Careful with your shovel!!

Amber — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 16:45:16 +0000

Ergonomic snow shovel

An ergonomic shovel will help prevent injury to your neck shoulders and back. Its worth the money to avoid needless injury because we all have to shovel during the winter season. It is important to be especially aware of your body mechanics during the spring because the snow is very wet and heavy. Rather than lifting the shovel, try to push the snow. Here is a link to an ergonomic snow shovel.

The Reformer – Rehabilitation Based Pilates Instruction

admin — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 01:03:50 +0000

At AC Physical Therapy we utilize the reformer (pictured on the left) for rehabilitation based Pilates instruction.

Pilates teaches body awareness and posture with easy, graceful movements that improve flexibility, agility and motion. Pilates is designed to develop a strong “core” or center of the body. The core consists of the deep abdominal muscles, and the muscles closest to the spine, which are critical to spinal health. The exercises are designed to develop core control while moving your arms and legs.

Pilates is safe, sensible exercise using a floor mat or specialized equipment. One piece of equipment is the Pilates reformer, which can be modified to provide the right amount of resistance or assistance for people of any age or fitness level. The reformer provides finely tuned exercise resistance that allows one to work very precisely to develop good alignment, core strength, and flexibility. No other exercise system is so gentle to your body while giving it a challenging workout. Many of the exercises are performed in reclining or sitting positions, and almost all are low impact and partially weight bearing for those recovering from surgery or with significant arthritis.

No matter age or condition, it can work for everyone. Pilates exercises train several muscle groups at once in smooth, continuous movements. By developing proper technique patients are actually re-training the body to move in safer, more efficient patterns of motion – invaluable for injury recovery, sports performance, good posture and optimal health.

In conventional workouts, weak muscles tend to get weaker and strong muscles tend to get stronger. The result is muscular imbalance – a primary cause of injury and chronic back pain. Pilates conditions the whole body, even the ankles and feet. The major benefit of Pilates is that it does not compartmentalize the injury; rather it works with the injured limb as it relates to the rest of the body. The body is an amazing machine requiring cooperation between all of the joints in the upper or lower extremity in order to achieve optimal performance. No muscle group is over trained or under trained. Musculature is evenly balanced and conditioned, helping patients enjoy daily activities and sports with greater ease and less chance of re-injury.

Testimonials

admin — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 23:20:49 +0000

Amber’s Testimonials

I’m not just another diagnosis. I am a patient and I am a person. I feel that Amber genuinely wants to see me get better and I trust that she can help me get there. – Gina B.

Carrie’s Testimonials

After having shoulder surgery in December, 2008, I started post surgical therapy with AC Physical Therapy. The trick to getting better is a combination of a competent and positive therapist and a patient who is willing to complete the home exercise program. Carrie is a great and competent therapist who works in a very competent way and I listened to her advice and did the exercises. This resulted in my best hitting year ever playing senior softball and I would highly recommend AC Physical Therapy! – Bob

Carrie has been treating my symptoms of spinal stenosis of both the lower back and neck for six years. She is a highly competent, inspirational professional who treats both the body and the psyche. The regimen of therapy combined with a sensible exercise regimen have kept me hiking and otherwise enjoying a rewarding lifestyle which seemed out reach at the onset of my problems. Her dedication to ongoing study in her field, and a deep concern for the welfare of her patients leads to the best possible outcome, within the limits of the problems being treated. My wife and son have also benefited highly favorable results from her care. Jon, Sydney and Jim

Welcome to AC Physical Therapy

admin — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 17:57:28 +0000

Our commitment is to give patients the quality one-on-one care they deserve. Our dedicated Physical Therapists develop personalized treatment plans based on the needs of each individual patient. We believe a customized treatment approach is the key to achieving optimal outcomes for our patients.

AC Physical Therapy Adds a Team Member

admin — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 17:32:05 +0000

AC Physical Therapy is proud to add Dr. Ashley Lyons PT, DPT to our wonderful team. She has been practicing in Wheat Ridge since 2005 and joined the staff of ACPT in June 2009. She loves being a Physical Therapist because it allows her to interact with people from a variety of backgrounds. She looks forward to facilitating wellness in all of her patients.

Our Mission

admin — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 17:27:21 +0000

To expedite wellness and quick return to work and recreation through comprehensive evaluation and personalized treatment for each patient. Treatment is focused on resolution of pain, restoration of function and return to activities. Patients receive treatment tailored to meet their unique individual goals. Healing through caring, customized, and compassionate treatment at AC Physical Therapy.

Personalized Care

admin — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 17:26:44 +0000

At AC Physical Therapy, we work with you on a one on one basis providing continuity and consistency of care. We get to know people, not problems. In doing so we can develop a cohesive treatment plan to maximize the your outcome.

Our Passion

admin — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 17:23:51 +0000

Our therapist are passionate about what they do and who they work with. Each patient is a unique individual, receiving a customized care plan. Each highly trained therapist gives 100% to every client.

Pelvic Health and Wellness

admin — Sun, 31 May 2009 00:35:30 +0000

There are a variety of treatment options available for pelvic related pain and dysfunction. Conservative treatment can come in the form of pharmaceutical management but did you know that physical therapy can also help you regain continence, relieve pelvic pain, decrease constipation and strengthen the pelvic floor.
Physical therapy has demonstrated effectiveness in the treatment of stress and urge related incontinence. If you have ever heard of a “Kegel” exercise and you were not sure you were doing them correctly you are certainly in the majority rather than the minority. Even still, if you think you are doing the Kegel exercise correctly and you are not seeing any change in urine leakage or urge you may actually be doing the Kegel exercise correctly but strengthening the pelvic floor isn’t really what you need. You may have underlying pelvic muscle tension that creates overuse of muscles in the pelvic floor. Often if you feel anxious about leaking urine, the muscles of the pelvic floor can be subconsciously contracting. This can result in pain syndromes, incomplete voiding of bladder contents, recurrent urinary tract infections, painful sex, constipation and even low back pain.
There may be a host of different reasons for pelvic pain, incontinence and sexual dysfunction so first and foremost we recommend you be thoroughly checked by a physician prior to initiating physical therapy. More and more people are talking frankly to their physicians about their symptoms which has lead to a surge of research and articles being written on pelvic symptoms and proposed treatment options. There are a variety of treatment options available including surgery, therapeutic Botox injections, physical therapy, psychotherapists specializing in pain management and sexual dysfunction, pharmaceuticals and acupuncture just to name a few options.
Talk to your physician if you are having symptoms of heaviness, pain or incontinence and ask them to help you explore which option of treatment would be most appropriate for you.
Pelvic pain and/or dysfunction is a private and personal matter but people everywhere have been finding the courage to seek out help for their symptoms, refusing to adjust to the demands their conditions have placed on their daily lives.
Physical therapy for pelvic health related issues typically involves a separate evaluation apart from the examination the physician performs. Interventions include education on the diagnosed dysfunction, therapeutic exercise, gentle and progressive manual techniques to reduce pelvic floor tone when appropriate, and modalities including visual and auditory biofeedback and electrical stimulation for improved pelvic floor awareness and neuromuscular re-education techniques. Patients are given exercises to perform at home and typical follow up is one visit weekly or biweekly depending on symptoms.
Seeking treatment for symptoms has prompted research and increased public awareness that propel medical technology into the future. What is critical to recognize is that you are not alone and that you can empower yourself by knowing and understanding your options. Don’t delay, the best treatment outcomes are with early intervention.