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Specialized Programs

Specialized Programs

If you need specific therapies, there are a wide range of rehabilitation programs available at Genesis for you. You’ll find that we provide some of the most up-to-date proven programs.

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Amputee and prosthetic services

If you or your family member has had an amputation, you can benefit from a wide range of physical and occupational therapies at Genesis. We offer physical therapy for donning/doffing prosthetics; gait training; balance activities; strengthening of core muscles, upper extremities, lower extremities and exercises to improve flexibility.

Our highly trained physical therapists treat those who have sustained an upper extremity amputation to improve activities of daily living. Specific tasks may include bathing and dressing instruction, donning and doffing prosthetics, and education for household activity modification, such as meal preparation and self-care.

Further treatments may include pain relieving techniques for stump pain or phantom pain, including soft tissue and scar mobilizations, swelling reduction techniques and desensitization techniques. Our physical therapists and occupational therapists work closely with you and your physician to ensure proper fit and comfort of the prosthetic.

Talk with your physician to see if you could benefit from therapy services to maximize function and mobility following an amputation. For more information about amputation/prosthetic services, call Genesis Rehabilitation Services at (740) 455-5151.

Aquatics therapy

Aquatic therapy in a warm water pool provides a unique environment. The water provides a weightless effect to lessen the impact on weight bearing joints. The environment can also help strengthen weak muscles, improve mobility or balance. You’ll be able to experience aquatic therapy sessions individually or with four people or less in a small group. Aquatic therapy is also available for children.

Audiology

Audiology services are available for both in- and outpatients. The licensed, certified staff receive a referral from your primary care physicians or other specialists. Audiology services include baby hearing testing; pediatric hearing evaluations; adolescent through adult hearing evaluations; adult hearing aid evaluations and fittings, and balance testing.

Genesis Audiology Services is located at Genesis Hospital, 2951 Maple Ave., Garden Level, Room G164, Zanesville. If you’d like more information, call (740) 454-4713.

Breast cancer rehabilitation

Our specially trained breast cancer rehabilitation therapists and physical therapist assistants work as a team alongside those dealing with breast cancer. A personalized plan of care is designed specific to each patient’s needs and goals. The physical therapist evaluates range of motion, strength, soft tissue dysfunction and patients’ goals. Treatments by physical therapists may include therapeutic exercises, various manual techniques and education. Each patient will be equipped with an evolving and comprehensive home exercise program for the best outcome.

Clinical swallowing evaluation

Genesis provides specially trained speech-language pathologists to evaluate and treat swallowing disorders, called dysphagia. Some symptoms of dysphagia include difficulty keeping foods/liquids in the mouth, coughing, or a runny nose during meals.

Our speech-language pathologists provide exercises to improve swallowing muscles, techniques to decrease symptoms, and/or diet texture changes to increase safety. Patients in Genesis Hospital with swallowing difficulties can receive a clinical dysphagia evaluation following a physician referral. The speech-language pathologist will complete an evaluation and follow up with recommendations. For more information, contact the speech office located at Genesis Hospital at (740) 454-5002.

Concussion Management Program

Genesis Rehabilitation Services provides one of the most comprehensive concussion management programs in the area. Our skilled therapists provide comprehensive evaluations and treatments for those diagnosed with concussion and post-concussion syndrome.

The evaluation includes a complete neurological assessment, vestibular screening, oculomotor testing, cervical spine assessment, balance assessment, Sports Concussion Assessment Tool (SCAT-5), ImPACT Testing, patient/family education and symptom management, return to work, return to school, and return to play. Your physician can make a referral to the concussion management program at Genesis.

Functional dry needling therapies

If you’re suffering from pain, functional dry needling might be an effective supplemental technique along with your physical therapy. Functional dry needling treats musculoskeletal and neuromuscular conditions and works quickly to decrease pain and improve functional mobility. It is not appropriate for all conditions or pathologies. Your physical therapist will help you determine if dry needling is an effective treatment for you. Functional dry needling is not acupuncture (traditional Chinese medicine); it is based on neuro-anatomy and modern scientific study of the musculoskeletal and neuromuscular systems.

A very fine filament needle is inserted through the skin and into the deeper tissues that are considered trigger points to your pain. The sterile, single-use needles create a micro lesion within the pathological tissue, breaking up shortened tissues, inhibiting a reflex arc from the nervous system to the tissue and inducing a mild inflammatory response and centrally mediating the pain. This mechanical and neuromuscular effect enhances the body’s ability to heal, which ultimately reduces pain.

The conditions treated can include neck, back and shoulder pain, arm pain (tennis elbow, carpal tunnel, golfer’s elbow), headache to include migraines and tension-type headaches, jaw pain, buttock pain and leg pain (sciatica, hamstrings strains, calf tightness/spasms) and others. The treatment is administered by a specialized physical therapist.

For more information on functional dry needling at Genesis Rehabilitation Services, call (740) 455-5151.

Dysphagia video fluoroscopic swallow study

Genesis Rehabilitation Services’ specialized programs include a swallowing study to show the movement of your throat and esophagus while you swallow. The test uses X-rays in real time (fluoroscopy) to film as you swallow and helps your doctor see why you’re having trouble swallowing.

The speech-language pathologist guides you through swallowing steps that takes about 20 to 30 minutes. After the study, the speech-language pathologist reviews and explains findings/recommendations and sends a detailed report to your primary care physician and referring physician.

If you have questions about this test, contact the inpatient speech therapy at (740) 454-5002.

Lymphedema rehabilitation

If you have symptoms of lymphedema, our specially trained lymphedema therapists can provide an evaluation and develop a comprehensive plan to meet your needs. Lymphedema is swelling caused by an abnormal buildup of fluids in the tissue due to the lymph system not working correctly. In lymphedema rehab you can learn the signs and symptoms of lymphedema; risk-reduction practices and prevention; drainage techniques and training; and exercises.

You can also receive recommendations for measuring and fitting compression garments including knee high compression stockings; thigh high compression stockings; compression arm sleeves; compression gloves and gauntlets; compression alternatives including Velcro wraps; compression bandaging or a pneumatic compression pump.

Neonatal touch and massage therapy

Certified physical therapy staff provide neonatal touch and massage therapy in the Genesis Level II Special Care Nursery. The specially trained therapists require a minimum of 1,000 hours of neonatal bedside experience. Neonatal touch and massage therapy promote movement, alignment, and comfort of the infant without causing stress. Using touch and massage also promotes optimal neurobehavioral and neuromotor development of the high-risk infants and infant-parent attachment and bonding. For more information about this service, you contact inpatient physical therapy at Genesis Hospital at (740) 454-5250.

Orthopedic rehabilitation

Our experienced therapists are specially trained in orthopedic rehab. You can receive expert orthopedic rehabilitation specifically designed to meet your needs after a hip fracture, joint replacement, amputation or other related orthopedic condition.

Orthotic fitting

Genesis Rehabilitation Services provides an extensive lineup of specialized services, including orthopedic fitting. Improper foot alignment can cause pain and discomfort throughout our body. This misalignment places abnormal stress and strain on ligaments, tendons, muscles and joints which can cause inflammation and lead to injury.

A skilled physical therapist evaluates your gait (walking) and movement to see if the problem is improper foot alignment and if corrections are needed. Then the therapist works with a local orthotist/prosthetist to fabricate a custom orthotic insert.

Outpatient counseling

A key component of your overall health and wellbeing is your mental health. Genesis Rehabilitation Services offers counseling for those needing outpatient mental health services. The highly trained counselors provide supportive one-on-one sessions to help you develop ways to cope. The counselors also help you address real life challenges such as anxiety, depression, stress, illness and other issues.

Pain management-interventional

Our team of pain management experts at the Interventional Pain Management Clinic is here to help you live life to the fullest. We focus on reducing your pain without medication and helping you to enjoy life again. Our physicians specialize in pain medicine and the newest techniques in providing the highest quality of care including nerve blocks and implantable devices to provide the most efficient and effective treatments.

Specialized therapies are also available from the Genesis Center of Occupational & Outpatient Rehabilitation. In addition, we can direct you to psychological counseling to help you and your family cope with the emotional consequences of pain and concerns about using medications long term for pain control. Ask your doctor for a referral to our interventional pain physicians or call us for more information at (740) 454-4712 or 866-466-5200.

Parkinson's disease aquatics

Genesis HealthCare System is at the forefront of new exercise and activities in managing Parkinson’s disease. Exercise has been shown to be a vital part of the Parkinson’s treatment.

A weekly group aquatic class is specifically designed for people with Parkinson’s disease and is held at the Muskingum Recreation Center (MRC). The class focuses on exercises for balance, strengthening and coordination. The buoyance of water helps decrease the fear of falling and makes people feel safer. Since movement in water is easier than on land, participants feel more confident, have improved stability, feel more independent and have a better quality of life. You can join any Thursday. Stop at the main entrance of MRC to complete a permission form before joining the class. Bring a swimsuit and towel.

Parkinson's Disease exercise program

Genesis Rehabilitation Services is one of the first in the state to offer Rock Steady Boxing. Rock Steady Boxing is a non-contact fitness program designed to improve Parkinson’s patients’ movements. Parkinson’s disease is characterized by tremors, slow movements, rigidity, unstable posture and freezing movements.

Genesis physical therapists have advance training to offer Rock Steady Boxing. The exercises include high intensity, quick punches designed to improve the freezing movements that people with Parkinson’s often have.

Caregivers and partners are welcome and encouraged to participate in the classes and all exercise/activities can be modified to suit the participant’s needs. The classes are $5 each with the first class free.

Pediatric rehabilitation

Genesis Pediatric Rehab provides occupational and physical therapy in a dedicated facility designed just for kids. Along with occupational, physical and speech therapies, there’s aquatic therapy available at the Muskingum Recreation Center especially designed for children. The wide range of therapies are available for children ages birth to age 13. For more information, call (740) 454-4677.

Pelvic control therapy for women

Genesis offers one of the few specialized pelvic control therapies for women available in our area. The therapy is designed to improve pelvic floor muscles. Those dealing with incontinence and other issues receive treatment in a private one-on-one setting by a specially trained therapist using manual techniques, lifestyle and behavioral modifications, and medical technology to improve pelvic floor muscle awareness and strength. <Link to Women’s pelvic control therapy page.>

Running analysis

A special running analysis program is available to help you improve your running technique. Our trained physical therapist performs a physical exam along with a video analysis of your walking and running form. Using the technology, biomechanical areas of deficit are examined that may cause pain or increase your risk for pain. Your running analysis is performed on a treadmill to produce 2D images of your mechanics. After analysis, a treatment plan is formulated for you to improve efficiency, endurance and reduce pain. The program does not need a physician referral and is available for self-pay.

Spinal cord rehabilitation

We offer a team approach to spinal cord injury (SCI) treatments and rehabilitation. Following rehabilitation in the hospital, an SCI survivor can continue therapies at Genesis Rehabilitation Services closer to family and friends. A comprehensive physical therapy plan addresses physical and psychological needs.

Our physical therapists work closely with occupational therapy, speech therapy, clinical counseling, community resources, and others to offer expert, individualized care. The specialized treatment includes weekly therapy sessions focusing on exercises and education with a goal of helping individuals have an independent life.

Sportsmetrics

Genesis Rehabilitation Services offers the area’s only certified Sportsmetrics™ trainers. The unique exercise program for female athletes is designed by Cincinnati SportsMedicine and Orthopedic Center to help reduce risk of injury and enhance overall performance. The program focuses on developing lower extremity strength and perfecting jumping and landing mechanics. This elite program is offered by certified physical therapists at Genesis.

The training program is 6 weeks and encompasses dynamic warm-up; plyometrics/jump training; speed and agility training; high intensity strength training; and flexibility training. Sportsmetrics™ can help determine your risk for injury. The Sports Injury Test included in the program evaluates strength, function, flexibility and body mechanics. After completing testing, the Genesis Sportsmetrics™ certified trainers help you correct the deficiencies found through testing. While this program was scientifically tested on females, males can also benefit from developing overall lower extremity strength and perfecting jumping and landing mechanics.

Stroke rehabilitation

Stroke rehabilitation at Genesis focuses on each individual’s needs and encompasses an outpatient team including physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech therapists, and counseling – all available at the Genesis Center of Occupational & Outpatient Rehabilitation.

Physical therapy focuses on sitting, standing and walking with state-of-the-art equipment, including a LiteGait machine. The machine helps provide support to encourage walking earlier in the therapy. Experienced therapists work side-by-side patients and their families to improve the patient’s ability to move. The therapy includes navigating steps, stairs and curbs.

Occupational therapy helps patients return to daily activities such as dressing, bathing, reading, and cooking. The occupational therapists also complete vision screenings and treatment for eye movement disorders after a stroke.

Our special stroke therapy includes speech therapy to help improve speech, memory, eating and swallowing. Our specially-trained speech-language pathologists use VitalStim® to help with swallowing. A doctor’s referral is needed to schedule an evaluation.

Vestibular rehabilitation

Specialized vestibular therapy is available at Genesis. Vestibular therapists perform visual screenings, positioning tests, coordination tests and balance and gait (walking) analysis to diagnose your condition. Our therapists also work closely with physicians; neurologists; ear, nose and throat specialists (ENTs); and audiologists to develop the best rehabilitation and treatment plan for you.

Vital stimulation therapy

You’ll find a special therapy available at Genesis to improve swallowing. VitalStim® is a safe and effective treatment for patients suffering with difficulty swallowing or dysphagia, and is non-invasive. Performed by a trained-speech language pathologist, the therapy uses Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (NMES), to help strengthen muscles and improve swallowing.

Wheelchair and Seating Clinic

Our qualified physical therapists can help find the best type of equipment to increase your mobility. First, a physician or other healthcare provider recommends a manual/power wheelchair or scooter to increase your mobility. Then our physical therapist evaluates your balance, walk or gait and limitations. The evaluation takes about 1 hour, and a skilled physical therapist and wheelchair vendor is present. At the end of the session, you’ll have the opportunity to try out equipment. You can also receive training with the recommended equipment, if needed.

Women's health, incontinence and pregnancy

We offer a wide range of physical therapy and other rehabilitation programs specifically designed for women’s needs including breast cancer rehabilitation, pelvic floor physical therapy and Sportsmetrics™, a training program for female athletes.

Work hardening and work conditioning

You’ll find work hardening, an individualized program of work-related activities, available at convenient locations. The treatment uses body mechanics to improve musculoskeletal, cardiovascular and biochemical psychomotor system to return to work. The treatment starts with 2 to 4 hours daily and progresses to 8 hours a day by the time the treatment is complete. The program simulates work tasks/duties with licensed therapists who assess the safety and accuracy of completing work tasks/duties.

Another program, work conditioning, does just what it says – conditions you to get back to work as soon as you can. The goal is to increase tolerance, evaluate psychological status and improve your job-related activities. The treatment is usually 2 hours for each treatment, three times a week.

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Women's Pelvic Control Therapy

Women's Pelvic Control Therapy

Pelvic floor muscle dysfunction can contribute to pelvic pain and urinary or bowel incontinence. Other symptoms include constipation/diarrhea, pelvic organ prolapse, sexual dysfunction, overactive bladder, and the separation of the muscle along the midline of the abdomen, known as diastasis recti.

Genesis Rehabilitation Services is one of the few healthcare providers in Southeastern Ohio offering pelvic control therapy. Pelvic control therapy is a specialized physical therapy that focuses on improving pelvic floor muscles through exercises or modifying behavior. Our pelvic control therapists have advanced training to offer this unique therapy.

Patients who successfully complete pelvic floor therapy often have a better quality of life because they don’t have to worry about frequent urination, can exercise without the urge to pee and may find they can experience sexual activity without pain.

Conditions we treat

You might feel as if your incontinence symptoms and overactive bladder are a part of the aging or childbirth process. However, quietly dealing with frequent urination, pain in the abdomen, constipation or painful intercourse is not your only option. Pelvic pain and urinary incontinence are common and these symptoms and conditions can be successfully treated with physical therapy:

  • Bowel incontinence
  • Pelvic organ prolapse
  • Diastasis recti (abdomen muscle separation)
  • Pelvic pain or pelvic pressure
  • Frequent urinary tract infections
  • Stress incontinence
  • Frequent urination
  • Urge incontinence
  • Overactive bladder
  • Urinary incontinence
  • Pain during prenatal
  • Vaginal bulging
  • Pain during postpartum

Treatments and procedures

Pelvic physical therapy sessions are with a specially trained physical therapist in a private one-on-one setting.

Treatments for female incontinence and pelvic pain include manual techniques, lifestyle and behavioral modifications, and medical technology to improve pelvic floor muscle awareness and strength. bladder retraining, core strengthening exercises and electrical stimulation or other methods to reduce pain. An electrodiagnostic (EMG) technique might also be used to evaluate and record electrical activity by skeletal muscles to get biofeedback of pelvic floor muscles for strengthening and relaxation exercises.

  • Bladder retraining
  • Pelvic control therapy
  • Electrical stimulation
  • Pelvic core strengthening exercises
  • Electrodiagnostic (EMG) exercises
  • Pelvic floor muscle conditioning

Five conditions that benefit from pelvic physical therapy

Talk with your physician about your symptoms to see if you could benefit from pelvic control therapy. You shouldn’t have to suffer with pain or incontinence because of age or childbirth.

Urinary and stress incontinence

Urinary incontinence is the involuntary loss of urine and leaking. Stress incontinence happens when you cough, sneeze, laugh, jump or exercise and can be helped with pelvic control therapy.

Urge incontinence

What if you have a need to rush to the bathroom? Urge incontinence or overactive bladder is a sudden and significant need to urinate resulting in urinary frequency or loss of control of urine. Pelvic physical therapy can help reduce the urge to use the bathroom.

Pelvic pain

Women sometimes experience pain in the pelvic region with activities such as using a tampon, sexual intercourse, gynecological exams or prolonged sitting. This pain may be related to tight muscles in the pelvic floor that can be successfully treated with physical therapy.

Pain during prenatal/postpartum

Pregnancy and post-partum are a common and natural part of the female life span that can cause pain, weakness and pelvic floor instability. Many of the disorders during this time can be successfully treated in physical therapy to decrease pain, improve core strength and stability.

Pelvic Organ Prolapse

Signs of pelvic organ prolapse include the sensations of heaviness or vaginal bulging, frequent urinary tract infections or difficulty emptying the bowel or bladder. When women experience childbirth, their bodies change. With pelvic organ prolapse, the pelvic organs move down toward the vaginal opening causing symptoms of pelvic pain or pressure. These symptoms can be addressed with pelvic control therapy.

Make an appointment

Together with your physical therapist, a plan of care will be established to best treat your symptoms. For more information about female functional incontinence, physical therapy for bladder control, and pelvic control therapy at Genesis, call us today.

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Speech and Language Therapy

Speech and Language Therapy

The inpatient and outpatient speech department at Genesis offer services tailored to meet the needs of patients needing rehabilitation for a variety of diagnoses, including stroke, brain tumor, neurological conditions, neuromuscular disease, head and neck surgery, and any other condition that affects daily tasks.

The licensed speech-language pathologists work with orders from your physician to ensure the best possible care. Speech-language pathologists treat cognitive deficits in various areas, such as orientation, attention, memory, reasoning, problem-solving, and/or safety awareness. Speech-language pathologists assess and treat swallowing disorders, speech and voice disorders, expressive and receptive language disorders.

Conditions we treat

Speech therapy involves treating muscles and functions from the neck up, including swallowing, speech/language and memory. The speech-language pathologists at Genesis will evaluate and treat patients, developing a plan of care individualized to each patient’s needs, and implement a variety of techniques and exercises to improve and enhance functional skills.

  • Aphasia (difficulty reading, speaking or writing)
  • Memory loss
  • Apraxia (motor, movement or speech disorder)
  • Neurological conditions
  • Asperger's
  • Neuromuscular disease
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder
  • Pediatric disorders
  • Brain injury speech rehabilitation
  • Sensory Processing Disorder
  • Brain tumor speech rehabilitation
  • Speech developmental delays
  • Cognitive communication disorders
  • Stroke speech rehabilitation
  • Dysarthria (slurred or slow speech)
  • Stuttering
  • Dysphagia (trouble swallowing)
  • Voice disorders
  • Feeding disorders

Treatments and procedures

During your speech therapy sessions, our speech-language pathologists will use a variety of techniques based upon your therapy treatment plan. The type of exercises a patient need will depend on their diagnosis, physical limitations, cognitive status, and specific symptoms. Our speech and language therapy treatments include:

  • Compensatory strategies to enhance functional skills and decrease symptoms
  • Diet texture changes, when necessary, to increase safety
  • Cognitive communication disorders
  • Exercises to improve functioning of swallowing muscles
  • Exercises to increase mental flexibility and improve skills
  • Exercises to strengthen the speech muscles
  • Speaking strategies to improve speech intelligibility

Make an appointment for a speech assessment

Outpatient speech therapy is available at Genesis Outpatient Rehabilitation, Genesis Pediatric Rehab, Genesis HealthCenter-New Concord and the Genesis Perry County Medical Center in Somerset. For more information about our outpatient speech therapy services, call Genesis Rehabilitation Services at (740) 455-5151.

Speech therapy is also available for patients in the hospital. If you’d like information about our inpatient speech therapy services please call today.

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Physical Therapy

Physical Therapy

Physical therapy is a type of treatment that helps you move better, improve or restore your physical function, fitness level and may relieve pain.

You may need physical therapy if you have health problems that make it hard to move around and do everyday tasks. Our goal in your physical therapy is to make daily tasks and activities easier for you. We want to help you improve your walking, going up stairs, or getting in and out of bed. 

Conditions we treat

Physical therapy can be used alone or along with other treatments to help you move more easily after an injury, surgery or chronic condition. With physical therapy, we can treat: 

  • Arthritis
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Autism (ASD)
  • Parkinson’s Disease
  • Back pain
  • Pediatric injuries
  • Bursitis
  • Peripheral neuropathy
  • Chronic pain
  • Post surgical cases
  • COPD
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Dehydration
  • Scoliosis
  • Lymphedema
  • Spinal cord injuries
  • Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
  • Sports rehabilitation
  • Muscle fatigue
  • Tendonitis
  • Neurologic disorders
  • Vestibular disorders
  • Orthopedic disorders

Treatments and procedures

At your first session, our physical therapist will discuss your symptoms, daily activity and treatment plan. The personalized treatments are designed to improve strength, range of motion, flexibility and endurance, coordination, and/or balance.

Our therapists begin by trying to reduce pain and swelling using techniques such as manual therapy, heat, cold, water or ultrasound. Exercise is usually included in physical therapy and can include stretching, core exercises, weight lifting or walking. You might also learn exercises to do on your own at home.

Several locations for outpatient physical therapy

We have several locations near your home or work to get you back to enjoying life. At Genesis Outpatient Rehabilitation, physical therapy focuses on the neck, shoulders, upper and lower back, hips, knees and ankles. Physical therapists help with gait (walking) training, balance exercises and activities specific to your work or sports.

You’ll also find physical therapy at Genesis HealthCenter-New Concord, the Genesis Perry County Medical Center in Somerset and the Genesis Orthopedic Center.

Inpatient therapy for patients at Genesis Hospital

Inpatient Physical Therapy focuses on maintaining or improving your mobility while you are a patient in Genesis Hospital. When you’re ready to be discharged, the physical therapists at Genesis Hospital, along with our case manager, help you develop the safest plan for your home.

Make an appointment for physical therapy

Your doctor may recommend physical therapy after some surgeries, an injury or for long-term health problems such as arthritis. If you’d like to make an appointment, or receive more information about our physical therapies, call Genesis Rehabilitation Services. For pediatric physical therapy services call 740-454-4677. You'll need a physician referral in order to schedule your first physical therapy appointment.

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Pediatric Rehabilitation

Pediatric Rehabilitation

At Genesis HealthCare System our mission is compassionate, quality healthcare. This mission is carried out beginning with our youngest patients.

You can be assured that your children are receiving quality care. Our compassionate therapists excel at providing the specialized therapy your child requires for children ages birth to 13.

Conditions we treat

We provide comprehensive pediatric rehabilitation for children who have developmental delays or physical challenges due to trauma, disease or a genetic condition. The treatments are tailored to each child’s needs.

  • ADHD
  • Pediatric disabilities
  • Autism
  • Physical disabilities
  • Articulation
  • Self-care feeding
  • Brain injury
  • Sensory processing dysfunction
  • Cerebral palsy
  • Speech
  • Cognitive communication disorders
  • Spina bifida
  • Developmental delays
  • Swallowing
  • Genetic disorders
  • Torticollis (abnormal neck position)
  • Hearing loss
  • Language delays
  • Learning disabilities

Treatments and procedures

When you have a child who needs pediatric rehab, you want the best care possible. We offer a wide range of specialized programs catered to children. Our therapists use treatments, toys and games specific to your child’s age.

Pediatric assessments and developmental evaluations for your child

If your child shows signs of developmental delays in speech or language, oral-motor skills, social interaction, motor skills or integration skills, a physician can make a referral for a developmental evaluation.

We have a skilled team of speech, occupational and physical therapists to design treatments tailored to your child. Aquatic therapy is also available for children at the Muskingum Recreation Center.

Occupational therapy for children

Our compassionate therapists provide occupational therapy just for kids. Occupational therapy helps kids with activities that occupy a child’s time such as sensory integration; self-regulation; self-care including dressing, grooming, feeding and going to the bathroom; play skills; and fine and visual motor skills. These skills can be impacted by neurological deficits, learning disabilities, retained reflexes, developmental delays, sensory processing dysfunction, ADHD and genetic disorders.

Private speech therapy sessions

We provide specialized speech therapy services for a wide variety of pediatric speech and language diagnoses such as hearing loss, articulation, language disorders, feeding/swallowing and autism spectrum disorders. If you’re concerned about your child’s language or speech, call your primary care physician and request a referral for an evaluation with one of our specially trained speech-language pathologists. Our dedicated facility, Pediatric Rehab, has four private treatment rooms for individualized speech therapy.

Physical therapy with treadmill-assisted gait training

Our pediatric physical therapists care for children age birth to 13 years of age who have a temporary or permanent disability, as well as children that are having difficulty developing gross motor movement or have pain with movement. We also care for babies that have torticollis or other birth related problems including prematurity in our Neonatal program.

Collaborating with your child's pediatrician to create a treatment plan, our therapists can help your child develop or restore movement, and promote healing and function. We work towards your child's individual goals through play in our sensory gym with playground equipment and also have treadmill-assisted gait training and aquatic physical therapy.

In addition to physical therapy education for children and their families, we evaluate and instruct children and their families in the use of braces, walkers, wheelchairs or other medical equipment to assist with mobility and equipment to assist with tasks of daily living such as bathing.

Therapy facility designed with kids in mind

Genesis Rehabilitation Services has a dedicated facility just for kids and is the only facility in our area specifically designed for children. The facility provides a calming environment for your children. The space is designed with your child’s needs in mind – from the pint-sized chairs to the color of the decor, everything focuses on the children’s needs.

Our kid-friendly facility has a multipurpose exercise area with swings, hammocks, playhouses, a slide, climbing walls and bikes. Quality, compassionate pediatric rehab is offered closer to home so you don’t always have to travel to a major metropolitan area for care.

Trained pediatric therapists

Our skilled therapists work with your physician, you and your child to develop a plan that provides the highest quality of care. Pediatric Rehab therapists receive additional training to provide the specialized care your child deserves. Our therapists are dedicated to helping children reach their full potential.

Make an rehab appointment for your child

To arrange for your child to have pediatric rehab, ask your pediatrician for a referral. After we receive a physician’s referral for an evaluation, you may schedule an appointment by calling Genesis Pediatric Rehab.

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Occupational Therapy

Occupational Therapy

A full range of occupational therapy is available at Genesis Rehabilitation Services.

You’ll find we have some of the most experienced occupational therapists in the area who are specially trained to help you live as independently as possible.

Our occupational therapy is designed to help you live life independently after an illness, injury, developmental delay or behavioral health challenge, surgery or chronic disease. Our therapists will provide treatment that can help you perform daily activities – including dressing, feeding and bathing – following an injury or surgery.

Conditions we treat

Our occupational therapies are tailored to help you do daily tasks such caring for yourself, housekeeping, gardening, cooking, keeping a schedule or driving a car. Occupational therapy primarily focuses on the upper body (shoulders, elbows, wrists and hands) as well as the trunk (abdomen and core). Our therapists work with all ages to help improve fine motor, sensory, visual and swallowing skills and treat a variety of conditions:

  • Alzheimer’s
  • Learning disabilities
  • Amputation
  • Physical impairment
  • Arthritis
  • Post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
  • Brain injury
  • Spinal cord injury
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
  • Stroke
  • Developmental disabilities
  • Substance use disorder
  • Eating disorders
  • Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Heart attack

Treatments and procedures

We work with you to set goals so you can gain confidence and be comfortable doing daily activities. We offer a variety of therapy treatments specifically designed for your needs including:

  • Assessments and evaluations
  • Strength and flexibility exercises
  • Assistive devices
  • Parraffin Custom braces and splints
  • Ultrasound
  • Education (joint protection)
  • Fluidotherapy (dry heated air)

Your treatment could include exercises to increase strength and flexibility; an evaluation of your daily environment to assess changes in those environments that may help you continue your activities; education on joint protection and compensatory techniques to perform daily living skills safely and efficiently; simulating daily tasks and job duties; education and using assistive devices and equipment such as computer-aided adaptive equipment, reachers, long-handled shoe horn, long-handled sponge, sock aide, and other recommendations as needed.

Fabricating custom splints and fitting braces is also available. Additional treatments use ultrasound or paraffin. Dry heated air (fluidotherapy) might also be used to for densensitization and hypersensitivity of your hand, wrist, elbow, foot or ankle.

Genesis Rehabilitation Services provides an experienced and compassionate team to give you one-on-one attention. You and your immediate caregiver are included in every step of the treatment and will receive education on your occupational therapy.

Convenient locations for occupational therapy

Genesis Rehabilitation Services offers occupational therapy at several convenient locations throughout our region so you don’t have to travel far from home for care. Occupational therapy is available at Genesis Outpatient Rehabilitation, Genesis Pediatric Rehab, Genesis HealthCenter-New Concord, Genesis Orthopedic Center and the Genesis Perry County Medical Center in Somerset. If you’d like more information about our occupational therapies, call Genesis Rehabilitation Services at (740) 455-5151. You’ll need a physician referral in order to schedule your first occupational therapy session.

Occupational therapy services are also available for inpatients at Genesis Hospital with a physician recommendation. If you’d like to learn more about our therapy offered in Genesis Hospital, call the acute occupational therapy department at (740) 454-5254.

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What to Expect at the Wound Care Center

What to Expect at the Wound Care Center

Your Genesis Wound Care Center® doctor and staff are a resource for the care and maintenance of your wounds.

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The doctors and staff at the Wound Care Center will provide you with special treatment plans. The plans will help heal your wound as quickly as possible. Your wound will be evaluated completely. You may need to get tests that will tell us more about your wound. You will be given information about the treatment for your wound. You will be taught how you can prevent new wounds.

    What Will Happen During My First Visit?
    • We will examine you and ask you about your personal and family medical history so we can develop a plan of care just for you.
    • We will examine your wound.
    • We might remove dead tissue in and around your wound (debridement).
    • We will teach you how to care for your wound at home.
    • We will schedule further testing, if it is needed.
    What About Follow Up Visits?

    Your personal plan will require regular visits to the Wound Care center. Each time you come to the center, we will check your wound to see how much progress has been made. We will review your test results with you. We will remove dead tissue from your wound if needed. We will answer questions you may have about how to care for your wound and what is going to happen next. With your permission, we may communicate with your primary doctor and update him/her on your condition.

    What Can I Do to Help?

    We need your commitment to your treatment plan. The best things you can do are:

    • Care for your wound at home as directed by your healthcare provider.
    • Eat a healthy diet.
    • Rest according to your healthcare provider's instructions.
    • Take medication as ordered.
    • Stop smoking.
    • Return for your follow up appointment.  
    Call Us if You Notice:
    • Increasing redness around the wound
    • Warm or red skin
    • A red streak spreading from the wound
    • An increase in wound drainage 
    • Pus or cloudy fluid draining from the wound
    • A foul odor or abnormal smell
    • Fever or chills
    • Increased pain
    • Tenderness at or in the area of the infected bone
    • Increased swelling around the wound
    • The wound gets bigger
    • The wound has blisters, black or brown dead tissue
    • Increased weakness
    • A wound that won't heal
    Health Insurance Tips
    • You may receive multiple bills for the services you received at the Wound Care Center.
    • You will receive a bill from the hospital.
    • You will also receive a bill from the doctor(s) providing care to you.
    • You may also receive separate bills from the laboratory testing, diagnotic services and from the doctors interpreting your test results.  
    Will My Insurance Pay?

    Most health insurance companies will pay for the care you receive at the Wound Care Center. Because there are many different insurance plans, it is hard for us to know what your insurance will pay. Many plans have amounts you will have to pay. Your plan may also have specific coverage limits. You should call your insurance company with questions you have about your coverage.

    Will You File Insurance Claims for Me?

    Yes. We will bill your insurance company based on the information that you supply when you register. If your insurance company changes at any time during your treatment at the Wound Care Center, it is your responsibility to inform us.

    It is a pleasure for us to be involved in the care of your slow healing wound. Please feel free to talk with us about any portion of your wound care. We are pleased to be a part of your winning team.

     

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    Wound Care

    Wound Care

    When wounds don’t heal with routine treatment, you need the advanced care and expertise available at Genesis Wound Care Center.

    Contact Us at 740-455-4915

    Conditions We Treat

    If you have a wound that hasn’t begun to heal in two weeks or isn’t completely healed in six weeks, you may benefit from specialized wound care. Our experts treat all wounds, including:

    • Bone infections
    • Burns
    • Crush injuries
    • Surgical wounds
    • Ulcers, including diabetic ulcers, neuropathic ulcers, pressure ulcers and ischemic ulcers
    • Poor circulation and vasculitis

    Mary's Story

    When Mary came to the Genesis Wound Care Center for an unhealed wound, Dr. Zerkle suggested using an ActiGraft kit. Click here to learn about the success of this new product and how Mary's wound healed quickly once in use.

    Wound Services & Treatments

    Take advantage of our comprehensive approach to wound care, which includes advanced treatments and traditional practices. Your doctor will create an individualized treatment plan based on your needs. Your plan may include:

    • Bio-engineered skin grafting
    • Compression therapy
    • Debridement
    • Edema management
    • Noninvasive vascular assessment
    • Prescription growth factors
    • Specialized wound dressings
    • Total contact casting

     

    Specialized Wound Care Team

    You gain from a team that includes:

    • Doctors who specialize in wound management
    • Certified or specialty-trained wound care nurses
    • Health care educators

    If you need additional services to help you manage your wound care, we’ll connect you with specialists such as:

    • Diabetes educators
    • Dietitians
    • Home nursing staff
    • Physical therapists
    • Social workers
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    Urology

    Urology

    Urology is a surgical specialty that focuses on the genitourinary tracts of men, women and children. Urologists are trained to diagnose, treat and manage patients with urological disorders.

    This field encompasses the medical and surgical management of cancers of the adrenal glands, kidneys, ureters, bladder, prostate and male reproductive organs. Urologic surgeons also treat a vast number of benign (non-cancerous) conditions such as kidney stones, urinary incontinence (leaking of urine), erectile dysfunction, male infertility and trauma to the urinary organs.

    Services Provided:

    • Cystoscopy

    • MRI Fusion Biopsy of the Prostate

    • Robotic-Assisted Surgery

    • Lithotripsy (Laser and Ultrasonic technologies)

    • PCNL (Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy)

    • Laser Vaporization of the Prostate and TURP (Transurethral Resection of the Prostate)

    • Nephrectomy

    • Orchiectomy

    • UroLift® System for BPH symptoms

    • Hydrocelectomy

    • Pyeloplasty

    • Urethral Dilation" to "Urethral Reconstruction

    • Anti-Incontinence Surgery

    • Prosthetic Surgery (Penile, Testicular, and Artificial Urinary Sphincter)

    • Interstim Therapy

    •  Cystectomy

    • Sacrocolpopexy (Robotic-Assisted) for Vaginal Vault Prolapse

    • No-Scalpel Vasectomy

    Make an Appointment with Our Urology Group Today

    Call 740-455-4923 to schedule an appointment with the Genesis Urology Group.

     

    Updates from the Sounds of Good Health Genesis Podcast:

    • "Kidney Stones: What Are They and How to Prevent Them" - Listen as Dr. Clifford Maximo, Urological Surgeon with Genesis, educates us on kidney stones, what causes them, and how to prevent them. Listen Here.

    • "Getting Help for Incontinence" - If you're too afraid to ask about urinary and fecal incontinence, hear the answers to your questions from Genesis Urogynecologist, Dr. Mitesh Parekh. Listen Here.

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    Rheumatology Services

    Rheumatology Services

    Rheumatologists are doctors who specialize in the diagnosis and management of disorders of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissues through comprehensive patient care including patient education, rehabilitation and drug therapy. Rheumatic disease can affect virtually any part of the body. They are usually associated with inflammation (swelling and redness), almost always accompanied by pain and have symptoms that can have a profound effect on the ability to perform daily activities.

    • Rheumatoid arthritis
    • Psoriatic arthritis
    • Ankylosing spondylitis
    • Systemic sclerosis
    • Sarcoidosis
    • Sjogrens syndrome
    • Vasculitis
    • Systemic lupus erythematosus
    • Dermatomyositis
    • Polymyositis
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Gout
    • Osteoporosis
    • Bursitis and tendinitis

    Services offered include:

    • Education on rheumatologic diseases and treatments
    • Outpatient specialty care for chronic rheumatic diseases
    • Diagnostic and therapeutic intra-articular injections and aspirations
    • Digital X rays
    • DEXA bone density testing
    • Laboratory testing
    • MRI
    • Infusion services
    • Ultrasound diagnostics
    • Ultrasound guided injections

     

    Updates from the Sounds of Good Health with Genesis Podcast:

    • "What You Need to Know About Rheumatoid Arthritis" - Learn the symptoms, risk factors, complications and more about Rheumatoid Arthritis from Dr. Aasim Rehman, Board-certified in internal medicine and rheumatology. Listen Here.

     

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