Physical Therapy

At Easterseals Rehabilitation Center, our professional pediatric physical therapists are committed to helping children build strength, coordination, and confidence using the latest modalities. Whether it’s learning to walk independently or improving balance, our tailored programs meet the unique needs of each child.

Why Choose Easterseals Rehabilitation Center for Physical Therapy?

• Personalized Care Plans: Every child receives a customized therapy plan designed to address individual goals using evidence-based treatments.
• Holistic Approach: We integrate therapy into your child’s daily life and provide home-based strategies for continued progress.
• State-of-the-Art Facility: Our Wheeling location features the latest in specialized equipment such as the Universal Exercise Unit (UEU) and HyperVibe whole body vibration plate.
• Comprehensive Support: We offer an environment with a multidisciplinary team offering physical, occupational, and speech therapy, and medical services, in one convenient location.
• Additional Location: We offer services in two locations: Wheeling, W.Va., and Steubenville, Ohio.

Areas of Focus

We provide individualized therapy plans for children who have developmental delays or disabilities resulting from trauma, a diagnosed medical condition, or a disease process. We treat:

• Functional limitations
• Decreased or delayed mobility
• Coordination issues
• Pain

FAQ

1. What are the first steps to begin physical therapy?
   Start by contacting your pediatrician for a referral. Once we receive the referral, we will contact you to set up an evaluation, during which we’ll assess your child’s strengths and challenges.
2. How is progress tracked?
   Our therapists provide 90-day reports on your child’s progress and adjust goals as needed.
3. Is physical therapy covered by insurance?
   Many insurance plans cover physical therapy. We’ll work with you to verify coverage and navigate any necessary paperwork.