Physical Therapy

(775) 445-5757

Carson Tahoe Physical Therapy experts work with patients to help decrease pain and improve strength, endurance, balance and range of motion. The techniques they teach can be incorporated at home for continued improvement.

Common diagnoses treated by our physical therapy professionals include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Orthopedic injuries
• Back and neck injuries
• Sports injuries
• Hand injuries
• Joint Replacements
• Hip fractures
• Post-surgical conditions
• Spinal dysfunction
• Chronic pain
• Stroke
• Neurological disorders
• Amputations

Treatment schedules are individualized and flexible, but are designed for a steady, rapid progression towards the patient’s goals. Treatments may include:

• Specific goal-oriented exercises to restore motion and strength
• Strengthening specific muscle groups to help restore fine motor and gross skills
• Comprehensive home programs and patient education
• Use of modalities to help restore joint motion and minimize pain and sensitivity
• Pain management
• Aquatic therapy

WATCH: Manuel Delgado, Physical Therapy expert with Carson Tahoe Health, demonstrates several “dynamic stretches,” which are proven to be more effective than traditional “static” stretching. Whether you’re skiing, kayaking, or participating in other athletic activities, these stretches can help to improve your performance and prevent injuries.