Physical Therapy Program

What is Physical Therapy?

Your doctor may be referring you to physical therapy for any one of hundreds of possible problems, but the goal of physical therapy remains very simple: to help you return to full function.

Physical therapists have a variety of tools and techniques at their disposal to help increase strength and mobility, improve balance and coordination, and promote healing.

Your treatment may include:
Stretches & exercises
Massage
Electric Stimulation/TENS
Ultrasound
Heat/Ice
Traction
Gait/Balance Training
Whirlpool
Iontophoresis

What Can CVRMC Physical Therapy Offer Me?

The Physical Therapy Clinic at Cobre Valley Regional Medical Center is a modern, spacious facility, staffed and equipped to offer rehabilitation in a variety of areas, including:

Sports and Work Related Injuries
Neuromuscular/Degenerative Diseases
Neck/Back Pain
Stroke
Spinal Cord Injuries
Balance/Vestibular Deficits
Orthopedic Rehab
Wound Care
Prosthetic Training

The therapists at CVRMC will work with you to design a customized treatment program to help you reach your full potential.

What to Expect at Your First Visit

Your first visit, called your initial evaluation, will generally last 45 minutes to and hour. You and your physical therapist will review your medical history. Certain tests and measurements will be completed to determine the nature and the extent of the problem in question. Together, you and your therapist will establish a treatment plan, and future visits will be scheduled.

For your first visit please bring your doctor's prescription for physical therapy and your insurance card.

Plan to wear loose, comfortable clothing that allows easy access to the part of the body that will be treated (knee, shoulder, low back, etc.)

The CVRMC Physical Therapy Clinic is located in the Cobre Valley Medical Plaza, which is the new building at the entrance to the Cobre Valley Regional Medical Center complex. The southern entrance to our building (across from the main entrance to the Hospital) is handicap accessible. Our clinic is located in suite 107.

Hours Open:

Monday - Friday 8 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.

Direct telephone number:

(928) 402-1280

Direct FAX number:

(928) 402-1284

The Physical Therapy Department at Cobre Valley Regional Medical Center has been serving the local community on a full time basis for over 15 years. During this time, the Physical Therapy Department has been able to establish itself as the "clinic of choice" for local patients requiring rehabilitative services.

Physical Therapy at CVRMC provides comprehensive health care services for a variety of outpatient orthopedic needs ranging from generalized joint pain to post surgical rehabilitation and sports injury recovery. Furthermore, CVRMC PT specializes in spine care, mechanical therapy and hand rehabilitation. Dr. Chandra, a CVRMC Hospitalist, and Globe Fire Chief, Al Gameros are a few locals who have greatly benefited from the spine care at CVRMC PT.

"In a couple of weeks, I experienced a dramatic recovery," states Dr. Chandra.

"I have utilized the services of the Physical Therapy Department team at Cobre Valley Regional Medical Center twice in the past couple of years. Both times I have received highly professional and outstanding services with positive end results," states Al Gameros, Globe Fire Chief. "The Physical Therapy Department has the top of the line equipment to treat patients of various injuries. The most important part of the therapy is that I was taught how to perform specific therapy for my injury using manual traction techniques which do not require expensive equipment at home. The services offered by CVRMC Physcial Therapy staff are outstanding and top of the line."

The staff of the PT Department at CVRMC is committed to providing for all patients an unwavering professional healthcare service that reflects a superior work ethic, excellence in therapeutic treatment and patient comfort. They are also committed to providing a rehabilitative environment that specializes in physical therapy education and patient empowerment.

Physical Therapy- Now Available at the Superior Clinic:

A physical therapist is onsite Monday, Wednesday, & Friday 8:00am - 12:00pm at the new CV Superior Clinic located at 1134 US Hwy 60. To make an appointment or for additional information please call (520) 689-2423.