Programs


This monthly membership program allows for people to continue with their exercise program in our facility under our guidance. This is available following completion of therapy. People have full access to all equipment. Special training program are available by appointment.
 

OPTM uses many of the concepts of the Pilates’ exercise program. Harry Benich PT, OCS is certified in the Pilates’ Method. Harry has been instructing the OPTM therapists since 2002 in the specific techniques and we have modified them to be more specific for rehabilitation exercises. We feel we have improved upon the original method and made it more accommodating for the average person. Most everyone will use the Reformer and mat exercises in the course of the care at OPTM.
 

OPTM has created a new peri-operative program to prepare folks for knee and hip joint replacement surgery. The PREP program informs people of what to expect throughout the process of the surgery. This includes what they will expect during their time in the hospital, the type of equipment they will be using, the importance of pre-operative exercise, weight control, maintaining the health of the opposite leg and how to mentally and physically prepare for life after surgery. Specific exercises are prescribed for the pre and post surgery period. Each person receives a DVD which contains information regarding the process, the preparation and the exercises, which they can review at home.
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