Physical Therapy

Hand problems?

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At Encore Rehabilitation, our Physical Therapists and Occupational Therapists have the knowledge and expertise to evaluate and treat hand injuries, weakness, and dysfunction. Our goal is to return our patients back to an active and healthy lifestyle by relieving pain, improving circulation, reducing swelling, and strengthening grip. Treatments may include exercise, spitting, modalities, and patient education.

Common diagnoses we treat are:

Fractures
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Arthritis & Tendonitis
Open Wounds
Burns
Soft Tissue Injuries
Tendon Injuries and Repairs

Hand-related rehabilitation is covered under most insurances. If rehabilitation and therapy are in your future, Choose Encore Rehabilitation!

“Encore is very friendly and professional” – Shannon Ferguson

Shannon Ferguson Photo Hartselle Revised Shoulder Replacement? Encore Rehabilitation of Hartselle can help! Just ask Shannon Ferguson. “I’ve had physical therapy with Encore Rehabilitation in the past from previous surgeries,” Shannon says. A recent total left shoulder replacement brought him back to Encore again. Shannon gives Encore his recommendation – “The staff at Encore are very friendly and professional.”

Thank you, Shannon for choosing Encore Rehabilitation as part of your wellness journey!

“I would recommend Encore Rehabilitation” – Cathy Shands McGee

Congratulations to Cathy Shands McGee,
Patient of the Month for Encore Rehabilitation – Clanton, Alabama!

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“I would like to thank Encore Rehabilitation for all that they have done for me. They are an outstanding facility and I would recommend them to any individual seeking therapy, as I have to several of my friends and family members. The staff at Encore are extremely helpful, friendly, and very knowledgeable, not to mention tons of patience with their clients, especially me. Thank you, Taylor, for your time, patience, understanding and willingness to help me get better and achieve my goals.” ~ Cathy Shands McGee

Low Back Pain?

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Low Back Pain? According to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NIH)*, “80% percent of adults experience low back pain at some point in their lifetimes. It is the most common cause of job-related disability and a leading contributor to missed work days. In a large survey, more than a quarter of adults reported experiencing low back pain during the past 3 months.” Low back pain may affect sleep, work, family life, and recreational activities. Yet many individuals do not seek professional medical help for low back pain.

How can physical therapy help? Physical therapy may be beneficial to relieve pain, increase movement, strengthen the back and core muscles, and improve mobility and flexibility. Physical therapists also work with patients to teach them proper positioning, movement, and lifting techniques. At Encore Rehabilitation, we assist patients in recovery and prevention as well as educate patients on how to avoid re-injury.

If you are experiencing low back pain, seek professional medical help. Encore Rehabilitation is ready to help you get back to living!

*NIH Source: https://www.ninds.nih.gov/Disorders/Patient-Caregiver-Education/Fact-Sheets/Low-Back-Pain-Fact-Sheet

Norm Moore – Patient of the Month for Encore Rehabilitation – Foley

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Congratulations to Norm Moore, Patient of the Month for Encore Rehabilitation – Foley!

Norm has been receiving physical therapy at Encore Rehabilitation in Foley for three weeks as he recovers from Hip Replacement Surgery. He selected Encore because his doctors and friends recommended the Foley Clinic.

Norm says, “Encore has friendly, knowledgeable and dedicated staff. Do the work and you get excellent results!”

Thank you, Norm, for your kind words! We wish you the best as you continue to receive physical therapy.

Encore Rehabilitation at Tuscaloosa Tinsel Trail

Kyler and Braiden invite you to come enjoy the Encore Rehabilitation Tree at Tuscaloosa’s Tinsel Trail! The Trail is open until January 14th and is free for viewing on Tuscaloosa’s Riverwalk!

Tinsel Trail is a project of Tuscaloosa’s One Place, a Family Resource Center, (TOP) a 501(c)(3) organization, dedicated to making a difference in the lives of local families. TOP serves over 8,500 people per year through afterschool programs, parenting and fatherhood, healthy relationship education, career development, GED classes, and teen intervention programs. Proceeds from Tinsel Trail are used to support these programs and serve the local community in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.

Helping people- Chantry Hagood, LPTA

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“I became a Physical Therapist Assistant for one reason and that was to help people. When I was 15 years old, my mother and I were in a bad motor vehicle accident which broke her neck and crushed her right ankle. After seeing what she went through and the importance of physical therapy in her recovery, I knew I wanted to help others like my mother.”

Chantry received his Physical Therapist Assistant degree from Wallace State Community College and has been a clinician for six years. He has worked for Encore Rehabilitation for one year, treating patients at the Encore Rehabilitation offices in Haleyville and Russellville. Chantry is also a Certified Personal Trainer.

Chantry continues, “I love seeing people thrive and meet new people. I have developed some good friendships that stand to this day. I was a sports fanatic and so I love to see athletes get back to what they love to do and have success. I believe all of us therapists desire to make a difference.”

Thank you, Chantry for all you do!

Wallace State – Cullman Area Career Awareness Fair 2017

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Wallace State Community College and Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce invited 8th Grade Students from across the Greater Cullman area to come explore hands-on a variety of careers and professions at the Cullman Area Career Awareness Fair on November 7, 2017. Almost 1,000 students attended the event held at Wallace State in Hanceville, Alabama.

Sharing their passion for athletic training and rehabilitation are Encore Rehabilitation Athletic Trainers l-r: Gage Brewer; Dewayne Fortenberry; Adrianne Borland; and Jessica Burnetti with Occupational Therapy Assistant Leslie Perry. Also representing Encore Rehabilitation at the event were Adrian Dickerson and Bo Shirey.

Encore Rehabilitation, Inc. was proud to share the fields of Athletic Training-Sports Medicine, Physical Therapy, and Occupational Therapy. Encore Rehabilitation Athletic Trainers worked with students to teach the proper way to place an individual onto a spine board when there is a suspected neck or spine injury. The Athletic Trainers also discussed the need for taping in sports and activities to provide greater stability and prevent injury and some students received a taping to their ankle. Therapists were on hand to share how physical therapy and occupational therapy can help individuals recovering from an accident, injury or illness.

Best of success to all of the students in attendance!

“Encore has been extra good with me!”

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“I had knee replacement surgery in July and then I had knee manipulation six weeks later,” says Sara Bell of Wilsonville, Alabama. Sara’s doctor recommended Encore Rehabilitation – Columbiana for her physical therapy. She is now very happy to report, “Now I can walk without my cane. Encore therapy has been extra good with me. Thank you.”

Thank you, Sara! Happy National Physical Therapy Month!

“Amazing result!” Carshala Youse and Encore Rehabilitation Montgomery East

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Accidents happen! Just ask Carshala Youse of Montgomery. “I was in a car accident and injured my neck, back, and left hip. I came in with serious pain in my neck and back,” she says.

Carshala not only received treatment for her injuries at Encore Rehabilitation-Montgomery East, she received much more. Carshala reports, “I came in with serious pain in my neck and back. I was expecting to feel better in a span of two months. What I did not expect was to develop a bond with my physical therapists, have natural/uplifting conversations with staff, and ultimately feel 100% relief within a matter of 3 weeks. Absolutely wonderful staff with amazing results!”

Thank you, Carshala! Happy National Physical Therapy Month!