For those times when you need help regaining a normal level of function after an illness, injury, or surgery, our inpatient and outpatient "rehab" experts are there to provide physical, speech, and occupational therapy services. We also have special programs for ergonomics and lymphedema management. If you need additional information, please call us at 530.538.8700 or visit our main facility in Oroville.

Physical Therapy
Pain management Therapeutic modalities for pain management and improved tissue mobility Manual therapy techniques for treatment of joint and soft tissue disorders Balance training Mobility and gait training Postural education Stretching and strengthening techniques	Pool therapy Design of individualized exercise programs Wound care Caregiver training Work conditioning activities and body mechanics training Functional capacity evaluations (FCE) to determine the specific job activities that can be tolerated by an injured worker

Speech and Language Therapy
Speech and language therapy services focus on the management of:
Cognition and communication impairments in the areas of attention, memory and decision-making Swallowing difficulties Speech and language deficits	Muscular weakness of the face, mouth and/or throat Life skills training

Occupational Therapy
Occupational therapy assists patients who - because of physical developmental, social or emotional problems - need specialized care to lead independent, productive and satisfying lives.

Our OT - Services
Education and training for use of adaptive/assistive equipment and splints Home management and self-care training Home evaluations Hand therapy	Treatment of urinary incontinence Cognitive and perceptual retraining Community reintegration Life skills training

Ergonomics
Ergonomics is the study of work. More specifically, ergonomics is the science that addresses the design of workstations, production systems and work environments to ensure the health and safety of workers. When a proper "fit" between worker and work task is achieved, efficiency and productivity are enhanced and the risk of injury and occurrence of musculoskeletal disorder is reduced.

Since 1981, musculoskeletal disorders - such as tendonitis, carpal tunnel syndrome and low back strain - which lead to worker's compensation claims have increased from 18% to 62%. An estimated 1.8 million claims are filed every year at an average cost of $20,700 each. These costs are passed on to business owners in the form of higher insurance premiums.

Because of this significant occurrence rate, reducing injuries and worker's compensation claims is cost-effective and makes excellent business sense. Many businesses have experienced dramatic reductions in injuries and lost workdays after implementing an ergonomics program.

At Golden Valley Outpatient Rehabilitation, our highly trained staff will help you achieve your production goals while limiting injury and work loss. Our ergonomics programs are tailored to your specific business needs.

Our Ergonomics Services
Free symptom survey and analysis Free initial consultation and site survey Office and industrial ergonomics evaluation Comprehensive risk factor analysis Workstation evaluation Hazard prevention program development	Employee training Cal-OSHA compliance consultation Push/pull analysis Education on therapeutic stretching techniques for individual job functions Development of task-oriented job descriptions

Lymphedema Management
Lymphedema is the abnormal accumulation of lymphatic fluid in body tissues, most often in the arms and/or legs, which causes mild to grossly disfiguring swelling. lymphedema can result from impaired or missing lymph vessels, or when lymph vessels are damaged or removed (often in connection with surgery or breast cancer treatment).

If left untreated, lymphedema can lead to loss of function and vulnerability to infections such as cellulitis. Lymphedema is a lifelong condition without a cure, however Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT) can assist in managing this disease process. CDT consists of manual lymphatic drainage, bandaging, proper skin care and diet, compression garments (sleeves, stockings, etc.), exercise, and a prophylactic regimen.

Lymphedema should not be confused with other causes of swelling. If you feel you may suffer from lymphedema, talk to your doctor. With a doctor's order, our experienced therapists can provide complete lymphedema assessment and treatment.

Golden Valley Outpatient Rehabilitation Locations

Oroville   2767 Olive Highway Suite 15   Oroville CA 95966   Tel 530.538.8700   Fax 530.538.8703   Paradise   Please call our Oroville office, 530.538.8700 for   Paradise appointments.