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 The
Physical Therapy program at the IWD is unique as it offers yoga
and pilatese stretches, as well as fitness and exercise sessions
in a relaxed health club like atmosphere. The program is located
off site at the Rusk
Institute - Hospital for Joint Diseases Sports Therapy & Rehabilitation
Center at 614 Second Avenue and 34th Street. Initial evaluations
and exercise programs are based on the primary diagnosis and may
incorporate mind/body techniques such as yoga poses, pilates stretches
and breathing exercises. Individualized treatment sessions are developed
and include: 
- Pain Management
- Stretching
- Strengthening
- Balance and Functional training
- Manual therapy
- Aquatic exercise
Participants in the IWD physical therapy program
will experience:
- A favorable atmosphere.
- A more active lifestyle.
- A thorough physical therapy assessment.
- Problem-specific individualized treatment sessions.
- Guidelines and instruction for home exercises
and symptom.
- Access to the Aquatic program (if qualified).
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