Outpatient Rehabilitation

Aquatic Therapy

The DHR Health Aquatic Therapy Institute combines the benefits of exercise and therapy with the advantages of warm water to meet the needs of patients with musculoskeletal disorders. Aquatic therapy utilizes the warm, buoyant, and resistive properties of water to manage pain, reduce stiffness, and increase joint mobility.

Blood Flow Restriction (BFR)

BFR is the application of a specialized tourniquet cuff to the proximal portion of an exercising arm or leg to allow blood into the limb--and restrict blood outflow from the limb--utilizing personalized tourniquet pressure. Exercising in this manner allows the use of low-intensity exercise to elicit positive adaptations in muscle size, strength, or endurance typically associated with much heavier loads or higher intensities. BFR is backed by extensive research that shows its effectiveness and safety. Professional sports teams and advanced sports medicine facilities use BFR with great results for conditions including, but not limited to, joint replacements, Achilles repairs, rotator cuff repairs, muscle strains, fractures, nerve injuries, sports medicine injuries, and other post-operative conditions.

Hand Therapy

Hand therapy treats orthopedic upper-extremity conditions of the hand and arm. Conditions treated by a physical/occupational therapist trained in hand therapy include fractures of the hand or arm, lacerations, amputations, burns, and surgical repairs of tendons and nerves. This outpatient therapy also helps patients suffering from tendonitis, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and carpal tunnel syndrome. The ultimate goal of hand therapy is to ensure that the rehabilitation process promotes healing while also enabling clients to perform meaningful activities in their daily lives. Hand therapy engages the patient in focused therapies to help the healing process and foster positive outcomes during quality-of-life activities.

Lymphedema Therapy

Lymphedema Therapy addresses the needs of individuals experiencing abnormal swelling. Occupational therapists, trained in the Vodder Method of Manual Lymphatic Drainage and complete Decongestive Therapy, work with each individual to establish a treatment plan to control swelling.

Lymphatic manual therapy is a gentle touch form of therapy that aids in the management of lymphedema. This therapy reduces swelling resulting from surgery, cancer treatment, or traumatic injury. There is no need to leave your community, as DHR Health offers lymphedema management therapy at our Lymphedema Therapy Institute in Edinburg, TX. Our center is essential if you experience swelling due to any of the following conditions: lymphedema, chronic venous insufficiency, or post-surgical swelling.

Neuro-Therapy

At this first-of-its kind facility, Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapists combine the latest neuro-rehabilitation technology with a hands-on approach to help clients reach their full potential. Our specialty-trained clinicians partner with patients to help them regain mobility, confidence, and independence.

DHR Health Neuro-Therapy Institute specializes in the care of adults affected by stroke, brain injury, concussion, Post-Intensive Care Syndrome (PICS), spinal cord injury, limb loss, Parkinson’s disease, Multiple Sclerosis, vestibular and balance disorders, speech and swallowing deficits, and many other conditions.

DHR Health Neuro-Therapy Institute is the only EKSO NR Center of Excellence in Texas. We are also a trial site for the Indego robotic exoskeleton and Bioness functional electrical stimulation.

Innovative equipment at the DHR Health Neuro-Therapy Institute:

• Zero G Gait and Balance System
• EKSO NR Robotic Exoskeleton
• RT 300 Functional Electrical Stimulation Bike
• Bioness BITS Balance System
• SAEBO Stroke Rehabilitation System

Occupational Therapy

Our occupational therapy program helps patients develop the skills needed to attain a job, such as basic self-care and personal grooming, home care, driving, and other functional activities. Treatment is planned around each individual's specific needs and goals, with the ultimate goal of providing as much independence as possible. Our therapists also work with the family or caregiver to ensure a smooth transition from the hospital setting to home.

Orthopedic Rehabilitation

At the DHR Health Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institutes, we provide innovative rehabilitation services to optimize function, improve quality of life, and empower patients to quickly achieve their goals. Our premier facilities are conveniently located throughout the Rio Grande Valley and offer multi-specialty rehabilitation programs to help patients return to the highest level of performance and enjoy a healthy, active life. Our expert-level clinicians lead specialized teams to provide one-on-one care unmatched in our community. Whether you're dealing with chronic conditions, simple strains or sprains, traumatic injuries, or complex surgeries, the DHR Health Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institutes can help. Choose us for a faster recovery and lasting results.

Pelvic Floor Therapy

DHR Health pelvic floor therapy is an outpatient rehabilitation service that delivers evidence-based and outcome-driven care, enabling patients to experience relief from pelvic floor muscular dysfunction and achieve functional goals. Our pelvic floor physical therapy team is trained to develop an individualized treatment program using a variety of techniques that alleviate pelvic floor dysfunction.

Conditions Treated

• Urinary and Fecal Incontinence
• Pelvic/Groin Pain
• Overactive Bladder
• Sexual Pain or Dysfunction

Services Provided

• Behavioral Modification
• Biofeedback sEMG Program with Sensors
• Bladder/Bowel Retraining
• Healthy Bladder Diet
• Therapeutic Exercise and Muscle Re-Education
• Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation

Phase II Cardiac Rehabilitation

The cardiac rehabilitation program is for patients who suffered a heart attack, have congestive heart failure, or had a surgical cardiovascular procedure. Cardiac rehabilitation improves quality of life by reducing the risk of serious complications or additional cardiac events. Our master’s-level exercise physiologists and registered nurses develop tailored interventions based on the three tenets of stretching, strengthening, and aerobic conditioning. All exercises are performed with telemetry heart monitoring to ensure patient safety. Our cardiac rehabilitation program is accredited by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR).

Physical Therapy

Our physical therapy program helps patients achieve muscle control, balance, flexibility and mobility, as well as build strength and endurance. We provide care for a variety of physical and functional challenges that result from brain injury or stroke, orthopedic injury, musculoskeletal condition, spinal cord injury, amputation, or neurologic disorders. We help patients achieve as much function and independence as possible.

Pre-Operative Rehabilitation

Pre-operative therapy may help speed post-operative recovery by increasing strength and function. Therapy focuses on increased strength, range of motion, and endurance as well as decreased swelling prior to surgery.

Scoliosis

The Schroth Method for scoliosis is an exercise approach that is used to help elongate the trunk and correct muscle imbalance of the spine that happens when someone has scoliosis. These exercises are designed to strengthen and balance the inner muscles of the rib cage. This is done with the goal to change the shape of the upper trunk to help fix or minimize any spinal abnormalities. The Scoliosis Research Society (SRS) and the Spinal Orthopedic & Rehabilitation Treatment (SOSORT) supports the role of this Schroth method and it’s exercises used for scoliosis treatment. This treatment approach can be used to treat patients of ALL AGES who have been diagnosed with scoliosis including those patients that have gone through surgery. This method is not effective or applicable on those patients that have been diagnosed with scoliosis because of neurological conditions. For more information visit us at Orthopedic Sports and Therapy Institute – Alamo to see if the Schroth Method could be of benefit to you.

Speech Therapy

Our speech therapy program assists individuals who have trouble with communication, language, and swallowing. Speech-language pathologists work to prevent, assess, diagnose, and treat speech, language, social communication, cognitive-communication, voice, and swallowing disorders. Speech-language disorders can result from stroke, brain injury, or other neurological conditions.

Sports Therapy

Our team approach is key to providing comprehensive injury management to athletes of all competition and skill levels. We provide the highest quality of sports injury management in the RGV. Our sports therapy program is designed to help athletes manage pain and recuperate from injuries. Through our partnership with the DHR Health Orthopedic Institute, we are the Valley’s Sports Medicine Team.

Services Provided

• AlterG Anti-Gravity Treadmill
• Blood Flow Restriction
• Cupping
• Dry Needling
• Graston Technique
• Manual Therapy

Vestibular Rehabilitation

Vestibular therapy, also known as vestibular rehabilitation or balance therapy, is a specialized form of physical therapy designed to address issues related to the vestibular system. The vestibular system plays a crucial role in balance and spatial orientation.

This therapy involves a series of exercises and techniques aimed at reducing the symptoms of dizziness, vertigo, unsteadiness, and imbalance. The exercises may include eye movements, head movements, and balance exercises, as well as techniques designed to resolve issues with the vestibular apparatus in the inner ear.

Vestibular therapy aims to help individuals regain their balance, reduce dizziness, improve spatial awareness, and enhance their overall quality of life by addressing and managing vestibular-related issues. The physical therapists at DHR Health Neuro-Therapy Institute specialize in treating vestibular disorders and conduct a thorough examination to determine if vestibular therapy is appropriate for your case.

People may benefit from vestibular therapy if they experience conditions such as:

1. Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV): A common vestibular disorder characterized by brief episodes of severe vertigo triggered by specific head movements
2. Vestibular neuritis or labyrinthitis: Inflammation of the vestibular nerve or inner ear structures, leading to dizziness and balance problems
3. Meniere's disease: A disorder of the inner ear that causes recurring episodes of vertigo, hearing loss, and tinnitus (ringing in the ears)
4. Post-concussion syndrome: Ongoing balance and dizziness issues after a head injury
5. Balance and gait disorders: Disorders that affect balance reactions and walking mechanics, increasing the risk of falls