Disorders Treated with Specialized Physical Therapy Treatments

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Bell’s Palsy is an issue with the Trigeminal Nerve that activates the muscles on one side of the face. Bell’s palsy, while can be seen on either side of the face at any time, rarely affects both sides at the same time unless both trigeminal nerves are being affected. It is possible but rare to have it repeatedly. In the clinic setting, Dr. Hillebrand has treated Physical Therapy patients between 13 and 82 years old with the average age being in the 40s.

Dizziness is a term used to describe a range of feelings of lightheadedness, unsteadiness, or a spinning sensation. It can be caused by a variety of factors, including certain medical conditions, medications, psychiatric disorders, and more. 

Some of the most common causes of dizziness include low blood pressure, dehydration, inner ear problems, and anxiety or panic disorders. Other potential causes can involve anything that affects the balance center of the brain, such as head injuries, migraines, or certain viruses.

Symptoms of dizziness can include feeling faint, lightheaded, or unsteady; feeling like the room is spinning; and feeling like you might pass out. In some cases, dizziness can also be accompanied by other symptoms like nausea, sweating, or ringing in the ears.

A fall is any unintended movement toward the earth, regardless if you end up on the floor or not. We will address your balance and safety concerns to minimize your risks and improve your mobility and quality of life. This includes issues related to Neuropathy.

Dr. Hillebrand has been treating joint replacement and other orthopedic issues in Physical Therapy for over 15 years.

Physical therapy plays an integral part in the rehabilitation process after a stroke. 

Whether it's:

- low back pain or neck soreness,

- a shoulder that always gives you problems when reaching up high or behind you,

- knee or hip that gives you trouble every time you try to get out of a chair and walk, or

- a weak ankle that always wants to roll on you

- or any other joint pains or dysfunctions that you may have

We at KAEO Physical Therapy have over 15 years of experience dealing with these injuries and are more than happy to aid you in recovering and getting back to doing the things you want to do.

Plantar fasciitis is a condition characterized by pain and inflammation of the plantar fascia, a thick band of tissue that runs across the bottom of the foot, connecting the heel bone to the toes. The plantar fascia supports the arch of the foot and absorbs shock when walking, running, or jumping. Physical Therapy can greatly improve these issues in 3-4 weeks even if you have had pain for years.

Pectus excavatum, or sunken chess, is a condition that can be improved upon with physical therapy by working on developing proper breathing patterns to allow for the reduction of shortness of breath with activity discomfort to assist in living a more normal life. Dr. Hillebrand has treated multiple patients with this condition over the years with great success while improving their quality of life.

Physical therapy can help sports performance in several ways. We can focus on improving muscle imbalances, weakness and coordination issues as well as pain.