Page Content
Our physical therapy and rehabilitation approach encompasses a wide range of services. Because of our team-based approach, and the ability to leverage the full resources of the hospital, our patients receive care that is tailored to their needs and can get them back to activity faster.
Astym is a treatment that facilitates proper healing of soft tissue. It also increases strength and reduces the effects of scar tissue.
ASTYM available at:
What is the service?
We coordinate and conduct all balance and dizziness remediation in cooperation with referring physicians.
We practice according to best clinical practices for making decisions about the diagnosis, treatment, and management of persons with hearing and balance disorders, based on the integration of individual clinical expertise and the best available research evidence.
We are pleased all of our staff have Board Certificate of Clinical Competence and all are American Academy of Audiology fellows.
Balance evaluations available at:
This includes Videonystagmography (VNG)/ Electronystagmography (ENG), Computerized Dynamic Posturography (CDP), Canalith Repositioning, Electrocochleography (EcoG).
Balance and diziness evaluations available at:
Balance training helps to prevent falls by increasing a person's upright stability through specific activities.
Balance training available at:
At a bike fitting, a therapist will measure the patient in relation to their bicycle to optimize mechanics utilizing specialized tools and video analysis.
Bike fitting available at:
Utah Valley Cardiac Rehabilitation is designed to assist in reconditioning and restoring physical function to the heart. This is done through supervised exercise and a variety of cardiac measurements and assessments.
Although our primary focus is the health and condition of the patient's heart, our team is dedicated to the overall health and well-being of each patient. Utah Valley Cardiac Rehab is AACVPR-certified (American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation), recognizing our program as among the best in the country.
This is a treatment designed to minimize pain and injury associated with neck and back pain.
Cervical and lumbar traction available at:
The Dartfish running analysis is a computer-assisted body movement analysis program that breaks down the patient's movement pattern, allowing the patient to move better.
Dartfish running analysis available at:
We offer hearing evaluations for adults, pediatrics, infants and newborns. The evaluation invludes pure tone and speech audiometry, Auditory Brainstem Response (ABR), Otoacoustic Emission (OAE), Auditory Processing Disorder (APD).
Diagnostic hearing testing is used to determine the amount, type and causes of hearing loss. Diagnostic procedures are specific to the age of the patient.
An appropriate and controlled acoustic environment is essential. Our procedures are completed in ANSI certified sound suites.
We are pleased all of our staff have Board Certificate of Clinical Competence and all are American Academy of Audiology fellows.
Diagnostic hearing evaluations available at:
We use a device designed to reduce pain and inflammation.
Electrical stimulation available at:
Foot orthotic management is a fitting for foot and arch supports to decrease pain and improve function of the foot.
Foot orthotic management available at:
The Hearing and Balance Center at Utah Valley Regional Medical Center supports the community by providing free monthly hearing screenings the last Friday of every month. An appointment is necessary. Please call (801) 357-7448 to schedule an appointment.
Free hearing screenings available at:
With gait training, the therapist re-educates that patient on how to walk properly after an injury or disability.
Gait training available at:
The game ready system uses ice with compression that decreases pain and swelling and other effects of inflammation.
Game ready system available at:
Graston is a treatment that facilitates the proper healing of soft tissue. It also increases strength and reduces the effects of scar tissue.
GRASTON available at:
A certified therapist skilled in treating problems of the hand and arm will provide hand-specific therapy. This includes splinting, overuse injuries and post-operative care.
Hand therapy available at:
What is the right hearing aid for you? It's as simple as ABC!
A: Choose the right professional.
The right professional will likely be an audiologist who not only can perform a hearing test but has the knowledge and understanding of the underlying factors behind all hearing problems. They will also have the experience and moral principles to guide you to the best remedy for your condition.
B. Choose the right business.
The right business has a solid reputation and permanence in the community. The right business doesn't participate in deceptive advertising or price gimmicks. It is not known for its volume of advertising, but by its quality of care. It will stand behind its products and business practices because its mission statement is all about helping people and providing them with the best care available. If not satisfied for any reason, you can return hearing aids for full credit. You will find no sales pressure of any kind. The right business provides professional service after the sale, with many repairs being performed right in the office.
C. Choose the right hearing aid.
The hearing aid that your neighbor has or the newest, smallest, most advertised or most expensive instrument may not be the device that is best suited for you. The right professional will be able to give you objective information and counsel so you can make an informed decision about this important purchase. You should be able to select from different brands and the newest technologies to find the right hearing aid for you. You should feel confident you were able to receive the best features for the most reasonable price.
Hearing aid evaluations available at:
We use a combination of heat and ice which helps with pain or inflammation.
Heat and ice available at:
Hydrotherapy involves utilizing a hot or cold whirlpool to help with pain and improve joint mobility.
Hydrotherapy available at:
This is a pool designed to facilitate pain-free exercise.
Hydroworx pool with underwater treadmill available at:
Due to the industrialized and noisy world that we live in today, hearing loss caused by excessive noise is very common, but also very preventable. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has implemented mandates for employers to protect the hearing of workers who are exposed to loud noise in the workplace. Those mandates specify the loudness and other characteristics of noise, length of exposure, annual hearing testing and education of workers about the effects of noise on hearing.
Our audiologists have years of experience in implementing these services for companies and helping them meet OSHA requirements. Our audiologists also have expertise in customized hearing protection for all kinds of occupations, from police officers to concert musicians.
Industrial audiometry available at:
This is a device that assesses the electrical activity of muscles to allow for specific exercise training.
Internal and external biofeedback available at:
Kinesio taping involves using a lightweight, elastic tape that encourages muscle activity and reduces pain.
Kinesio taping available at:
Manual therapy is a hands-on treatment to decrease pain and improve joint mobility.
Manual therapy available at:
This testing includes tympanometry, acoustic reflex testing, Eustachian tube function testing.
Middle ear evaluation available at:
Modalities are used to promote healing, relieve muscle spasms, reduce inflammation and edema. Treatments include electrical stimulation, ultrasound, traction, heat and ice, and massage.
Modalities available at:
This treatment provides visual, auditory or other surrogate stimulus for certain body functions so a person can learn to use these stimuli to exert voluntary control over the functions. It is necessary for re-education of specific muscle groups.
Neuromuscular re-education available at:
Neurorehabilitation is a collection of treatment interventions that are case specific and focus on aiding a person's recovery, or help that individual to live a more normal, active, and independent life. The quality of life of a person can be greatly affected by a brain or spinal cord injury, or a medical condition which affects the mobility, cognitive functions, or other physical or psychological processes that have been affected by changes in the nervous system. The goal of neurorehabilitation is to combat those changes and improve quality of life by various therapies.
Neurorehabilitation available at:
The Neurorehabilitation Psychology department is comprised of two distinct
services: Neuropsychology and Rehabilitation Psychology.
Neuropsychology provides evaluations and treatment for cognitive impairment as it relates to brain injury, stroke, aging or symptoms secondary to other disease processes. We also provide a concussion clinic and assessment and recommendations for all types of dementias.
Rehabilitation Psychology specializes in the overall psychological health of our patients. Our psychologists provide counseling for patients adjusting to new medical diagnoses, for patients exhibiting poor compliance to ongoing treatment and presurgical and post-surgical psychological assessments for treatment planning.
The Neurotrauma Rehabilitation Specialty Unit at Utah Valley Regional, is a CARF-accredited (Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities) acute inpatient rehabilitation facility serving adults and adolescents who have experienced life-changing illnesses and injuries. We specialize in treating stroke, brain and spinal cord injuries, multiple trauma, orthopedic injuries and other neuromuscular disorders.
Our mission is to optimize quality of life after a disabling injury or illness. We do this by including both the patient and family in the interdisciplinary rehab process. Our programs include an emphasis on family training, a goal-oriented team approach, three hours of therapy each day, individualized treatment plans, community reintegration and home evaluations.
Our audiologists are specially trained to test the hearing abilities of newborns, which can help determine and diagnosis potential hearing problems.
Newborn hearing screenings available at:
From the Newborn Intensive Care Unit to our outpatient programs, Utah Valley Occupational Therapy provides solutions for all ages and diagnoses. Our 16 highly-skilled therapists hold various specialty certifications in the areas of neurodevelopmental treatment, newborn feeding, Astym and the following areas:
Drivers' assessment — The Drivers' Assessment program assesses skills needed for driving following the event of a stroke, brain or spinal cord injury, multiple sclerosis, and age-related conditions.
Hand therapy — Through advanced study, our certified hand therapists specialize in rehabilitating patients with conditions affecting the hands and upper quadrant.
Lymphedema — Our certified staff utilizes manual lymph drainage/complete decongestive therapy to help
reestablish adequate lymph flow and specializes in the measurement, fitting and use of compression garments.
Parkinson's disease — Our staff utilizes LSVT Big technique and other advances to treat Parkinson's disease.
Occupational Therapy
1034 North 500 West
Provo, UT 84604
(801) 357-1250
Resources
American Society of Hand Therapists
National Lymphedema Network
Orthopedic rehabilitation is a treatment of joint and muscle problems throughout the body.
Orthopedic Rehabilitation available at:
Pediatric rehabilitation is for children ages 0-21 and involves diagnostic testing and treatment for a variety of child-related illnesses, physical disabilities and other activities that affect a child's daily activities.
Pediatric Rehabilitation available at:
Our highly-skilled physical therapists and assistants hold a variety of clinical certifications and specializations to best serve our patients throughout the valley. From expert spine care to recovery from surgery, our clinics provide a comprehensive approach to physical therapy.
Our patients are evaluated thoroughly by a caring physical therapist and treated according to a plan established in conjunction with their physicians — all in an effort to reach their personal goals.
Services include treatment for pain, functional deficits, or post-operative recovery in the areas of stroke, head injury, industrial and motor vehicle accidents, and other related conditions and injuries.
We provide physical therapy for the back and neck, jaw, feet and ankles, knees, hips, hands, arms and shoulders. We also specialize in pool therapy, certified Astym treatment, Graston technique and various other procedures.
Rehabilitative ultrasound imaging is a way to identify abnormal muscle use in order to treat specific problems.
Rehabilitative ultrasound imaging available at:
The speech and hearing center is made up of a caring team of speech and language pathologists and audiologists who provide evaluation and treatment services on an inpatient and outpatient basis for children and adults.
Speech/Hearing available at:
The Speech, Hearing and Balance Center at Utah Valley Regional Medical Center is comprised of a caring team of speech and language pathologists and audiologists who provide evaluation and treatment services on an inpatient and outpatient basis for children and adults.
Services
- Stroke
- Speech, language and communication deficits
- Traumatic brain injury
- Swallowing disorders (dysphagia)
- Neurological disorders (Parkinson's disease, etc.)
- Cognitive deficits
- Memory and attention deficits
- Voice disorders
- Verbal expression and comprehension disorders
- Stuttering
- Speech articulation disorders
- Child language difficulties
Speech, Hearing & Balance
1034 North 500 West
Provo, UT 84604
(801) 357-7448
Neuro-rehablitation is a complex medical process which aims to aid recovery from a nervous system injury, and to minimize and/or compensate for any functional alterations resulting from the injury.
Stroke and neurological rehabilitation available at:
A tens unit is a home electrical stimulation device for pain control. We provide education and distribution of this device.
Tens unit available at:
Exercises designed to strengthen core muscles and/or back and neck muscles. This treatment is very specific and is designed to be directed and guided by your therapist.
Therapeutic exercises available at:
A tinnitus evaluation tests for ringing in the ears.
Tinnitus evaluations available at:
We provide treatment of jaw, facial pain or headache pain.
TMJ available at:
This is a deep-heating treatment to reduce pain and speed up healing time.
Ultrasound to treat muscle soreness available at:
Unloading device is equipment that off-loads a patient's body weight to allow for normal exercise movement patterns without pain.
Unloading device available at:
Our therapists utilize the Dartfish software to analyze and correct improper walking and/or running mechanics.
Video walking/running analysis available at:
The Wellness Center at Utah Valley Regional Medical Center wants to help you reach and maintain your fitness goals.
The Wellness Center is open to both Intermountain Healthcare employees and the public. To sign up for the Wellness Center, please call (801) 357-7270 or stop by the Center.
Services
- Health screenings
- Cardiovascular training
- Strength training
- Locker rooms with towels and showers
- Cardio Theater system with flat screen TVs
Pricing
- $20 per month
- $90 for six months
- $150 for one year
Hours
Open 24 hour hours a day, seven days a week.*
*The Wellness Center is closed from 8:45 to 11 a.m. for cardiac rehab and from 1:30 to 3 p.m. for pulmonary rehab Monday through Friday.
Wellness Center
Utah Valley Regional Medical Center
Northwest Plaza
1134 North 500 West
Second Floor
Provo, UT 84604
(801) 357-7270
We work in conjunction with ATTP certified vendor.
Wheelchair seating analysis available at:
A specialty-trained therapist addresses multiple problems specific to female patients, including pelvic dysfunction.
Women's health available at:
This is an assessment of function for potential return-to-work.
Workers Compensation lift tests available at: