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University Health Center

Physical Therapy

UHC Room #19, 472-7490

Physical therapy at the UHC offers the evaluation, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries and conditions affecting muscles, bones and joints by a staff including two licensed physical therapists. The PT office is a Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO Provider.

UNL students, faculty, and staff are all able to use the physical therapy office at the UHC. UHC or personal medical provider referral may be required for treatment.


What to expect at PT ...

Testing
  • History
  • Posture
  • Strength
  • Flexibility
  • Function
What's Causing the Problem
  • Explanation of impairments as related to patient symptoms
A Plan for Correction
  • Program of treatment interventions designed specifically to meet the therapist goals and patient goals
Possible Interventions
  • Education
  • Exercise
  • Modalities such as Ultrasound, Electrotherapy
  • Manual Therapy such as Massage, Joint mobilization
Resistance Bands Common Problems Seen by the PT Office
  • Back and Neck Pain
  • Post Surgical Rehabilitation
  • Sports Injuries
  • Repetitive Strain Injuries
  • Headaches
  • Motor Vehicle Injuries
  • Chronic Dysfunction
Some treatments available through PT:
  • Injury Assessment
  • Isokinetic Testing
  • Postural Restoration
  • Post-Surgical Restoration
  • Treatment Modalities
  • Manual Therapy
  • Exercises and Stretches
  • Education to Prevent Injury

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