You may need physical therapy if you have health concerns that make it hard to move around and do everyday tasks. Our goal is to make daily tasks and activities easier for you.

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
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD)
Back pain
Bursitis
Chronic pain
COPD
Dehydration
Lymphedema
Multiple sclerosis (MS)
Muscle fatigue
Neurologic disorders
Orthopedic disorders

Osteoarthritis
Parkinson’s disease
Pediatric injuries
Peripheral neuropathy
Post-surgical cases
Rheumatoid arthritis
Scoliosis
Spinal cord injuries
Sports rehabilitation
Tendonitis
Traumatic brain injury/concussion
Vestibular disorders

Treatments and procedures

At your first session, a physical therapist will discuss your symptoms, daily activities and treatment plan. The personalized treatments are designed to improve strength, range of motion, flexibility, 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 typically included in physical therapy and can include activities such as stretching, core exercises, weightlifting 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 help get you back to enjoying life. 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 in Zanesville.

Genesis Hospital Inpatient Therapy

If you are hospitalized as an inpatient at Genesis, you may have a physical therapy consult placed by a provider to check your strength and mobility status. After the evaluation is completed, you may be added to the physical therapy caseload and receive ongoing interventions to help improve your strength, mobility and independence. The Inpatient Physical Therapy team members collaborate with you, your provider, nursing and case management to assist with safe discharge recommendations for each patient once medical status is stable.

Make an appointment for physical therapy

Your doctor may recommend physical therapy after some surgeries, injuries 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 at 740-455-5151. You'll need a physician referral in order to schedule your first physical therapy appointment.

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Occupational Therapy

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

We have some of the most experienced occupational therapists in the area who are specialty-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 following an injury or surgery, including dressing, feeding and bathing.

Conditions we treat

Our occupational therapies are tailored to help you do daily tasks such as 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 disease
Arthritis
Amputation
Brain injury
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Developmental disabilities
Eating disorders
Fibromyalgia
Heart attack

Learning disabilities
Orthopedic disorders
Physical impairment
Post-surgical cases
Post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Spinal cord injury
Stroke
Substance use disorder
Traumatic brain injury (TBI)

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
Assistive devices
Education (joint protection)

Fluidotherapy (dry heated air)
Parraffin custom braces and splints
Strength and flexibility exercises
Ultrasound

Your treatment could include exercises to increase strength and flexibility. Evaluating your daily environment to assess changes may help you continue your activities. Education is available for 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 horns, long-handled sponges, sock aids 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 for desensitization 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.

Occupational therapy services are also available for inpatients at Genesis Hospital. If you are hospitalized as an inpatient at Genesis, you may have an occupational therapy consultation ordered by a provider to assess your strength and ability to perform daily activities, such as bathing, dressing and grooming tasks. After the evaluation is completed, you may be added to the Occupational Therapy caseload to receive ongoing interventions to assist with improving your strength and independence. The Inpatient Occupational Therapy team members collaborate with you, your provider, nursing and case management to assist with safe discharge recommendations for each patient once medical status is stable.

Make an appointment for occupational therapy

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.

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Occupational Rehabilitation

After an employee encounters a work-related injury, you’re eager to help them recover, feel well and return to work. The occupational rehabilitation service at Genesis Occupational Health can help. Our rehab programs assess the employees’ abilities to get back on the job, and a plan is developed to return to work.

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For patients, family members and caregivers living with a recent or existing traumatic brain injury, we offer our brain injury support group to share your experiences, challenges and receive support.

Conditions we treat

After an injury, employees can receive high-quality, cost-effective treatment for a prompt return to work and a healthy life. We have a wide array of occupational rehab therapies for neck, back and orthopedic injuries to get employees back to work. Referrals can also be made to specialists when needed.

Back pain, back strains
Bursitis
Chronic pain
Minor fractures
Muscle injuries
Neck injuries, neck strains

Orthopedic injuries
Post-surgical cases
Spinal cord injury
Sprains and strains
Tendonitis

Treatments and procedures

Our therapists have special training in occupational rehabilitation and use programs especially designed to meet the employer’s and employee’s needs and goals. The treatments include general warmups, aerobics, circuit training (carry, lift, push/pull), sit/stand tolerance and education. Occupational rehabilitation completion can include up to 4 to 8 hours of therapy and simulating the job the employee will return to after therapy.

How our occupational rehabilitation programs work

The employee will work with therapists in daily sessions to improve physical strength, aerobic fitness and work capacity for a more successful return to the workplace. A team of physicians, nurses, nurse practitioners and technicians is here to help, and employers are kept up to date about the employee’s injuries and recovery.

Work hardening

Work hardening is a program that focuses on work-related activities designed to prepare employees to return to their jobs. The patient plays an active role in their rehabilitation by simulating their everyday work activities and receives an assessment to determine if they are able to return to work. Work hardening treatments begin with 2 hours daily and progress to 4 to 8 hours a day by the end of the treatment.

Physical reconditioning

Physical reconditioning is designed to increase physical tolerance, psychological status and performance of duties. While physical conditioning is less intense than work hardening, the end goal is for the patient to be more employable by the end of the reconditioning. Treatment is typically three times a week for 2 hours each, and patients receive an assessment to determine if they can return to work.

Functional capacity evaluation

Functional capacity evaluation looks at the individual’s musculoskeletal system, cardiovascular system, daily living activities, pain, body mechanics, sit/stand/drive tolerances, bending, reaching, squatting, climbing, lifting, carrying and push/pull activities. This type of evaluation assesses a patient's work abilities and their maximum ability to perform specific tasks.

Work capacity evaluation

Work capacity evaluation may include the same tests as the functional capacity evaluation, in addition to an evaluation of the patient's ability to complete specific work tasks related to their job-specific demands.

Make an appointment with occupational rehab

Genesis has convenient locations in both Muskingum and Perry County offering occupational rehabilitation, including the Genesis Outpatient Rehabilitation and the Genesis Perry County Medical Center in Somerset. Occupational rehabilitation is also available at the Genesis HealthCenter-New Concord.

If you’d like more information about occupational rehab at Genesis Rehabilitation Services, please call today. A physician referral is required.

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Audiology

Genesis Audiology has a wide range of services with licensed, certified staff to offer you the best possible care and to meet the needs of those having trouble hearing.

People of all ages, from infants to seniors, can get hearing tests at Genesis. If you’re diagnosed with hearing loss, a care team will guide you through hearing rehabilitation and fit you for hearing aids.

Conditions we treat

Noticeable signs of hearing loss can include difficulty hearing sounds such as birds singing, crickets chirping, doorbells ringing or difficulty hearing someone talk in group conversations. Another sign is pain or ringing in the ears after being exposed to excessively loud sounds. Loud sounds like a firearm or firecracker at 140 to 165 decibels can cause immediate hearing damage.

We can also treat and diagnose:

Balance problems
Hearing loss
Tinnitus (ringing in the ears)

Treatments and procedures

Our audiology department has specialists to help you find the right type of hearing aid for all types of hearing environments. We have more than 35 years of experience helping people improve their hearing.

Our services include:

Adolescent evaluations
Adult evaluations
Annual hearing evaluations
Aural rehabilitation
Balance testing
Cochlear ear implants
Employee education
Fittings for specialty earplugs

Geriatric evaluations
Hearing aid fittings
Inpatient testing
Middle ear function tests (tympanometry)
Neonatal hearing tests (otoacoustic emissions testing)
Outpatient testing
Pediatric evaluations
Pre-employment testing

Audiology care and hearing tests for all ages

Genesis audiologists use a variety of tests and procedures to diagnose hearing loss. You and your family can benefit from hearing tests and evaluations for all ages, such as:

Adolescent through adult hearing evaluations
Adult hearing aid evaluations and fittings
Hearing aids fitted and checked during hospital inpatient stay
Infant hearing testing
Newborn diagnostic hearing testing for infants up to six months old
Pediatric hearing evaluations

Cochlear implants

The latest advancements in care, including cochlear implants, are also available at Genesis. Otolaryngologist Max Pusz, M.D., provides cochlear implants. If you’d like more information about obtaining a cochlear implant, call the Genesis ENT Group at 740-454-0158.

Our services

Audiology services are provided by licensed audiologists for inpatients and outpatients, upon referral by their physician. Audiological services include infant auditory brainstem response testing, pediatric and adult hearing evaluations, adult hearing aid evaluations and fittings, adult balance testing, adult cochlear implant evaluations and mapping, and bone-anchored hearing aid evaluations and programming.

Make an appointment with audiology

Audiology is located in the Genesis Physician Pavilion at 945 Bethesda Drive, Zanesville. For appointments, please call 740-454-4242, Ext. 5. For audiology-related questions, please call 740-454-4713, Ext. 4.

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Aquatic Therapy

Aquatic therapy continues to grow in popularity as a safe complement or alternative to traditional physical therapy and is suitable for children and adults of all ages and fitness levels. Aquatic therapy programs at Genesis are designed to help you manage pain, increase strength and improve conditioning in a setting that reduces stress on your joints and body.

Our aquatic therapies are provided at the Muskingum County Family YMCA. Water therapy allows you to exercise with less pressure on your body, and the warm water pool can help ease stiff and achy muscles and joints.

Genesis certified physical therapists and physical therapist assistants help you in one-on-one or group sessions.

Aquatic therapy includes exercise programs such as Pilates and yoga. The goal is for you to have a fun experience so you can enjoy the water on your own.

Make an appointment for water therapy

If you’d like more information about our aquatic therapies, call Genesis Rehabilitation Services. You’ll need a physician referral for your first aquatic therapy session. Check your health insurance plan to see if coverage is available for aquatic therapy.

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Conditions we treat

Aquatic therapy offers treatments or exercises in the water for fitness or physical rehabilitation. You’ll find that the treatments and exercises can be done while floating or in the water.

Arthritis
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD)
Back pain
Breast cancer
Bursitis
Cancer
Chronic pain
Fibromyalgia
Multiple sclerosis (MS)
Muscle fatigue

Parkinson’s disease
Peripheral neuropathy
Post-surgical cases
Rheumatoid arthritis
Scoliosis
Spinal cord injury
Sports rehabilitation
Tendonitis
Weight gain

Treatments and procedures

Our therapists use various techniques in water therapy according to your care plan. The therapy exercises are based on the rehabilitation needed and your physical abilities. The treatments include:

Ai Chi
Aqua running
Aqua stretch
BackHab (pool therapy)
Back rehabilitation
Burdenko Method (pool exercises)
Lumbar stabilization/strengthening

How our aquatic therapy works

Water therapy, also known as water exercise or hydrotherapy, can benefit all ages, including children with special needs and senior citizens. Our therapists are specialty-trained to design sessions that consider limitations due to age or physical restrictions. Your therapy will be based on an initial evaluation, your goals and a plan of care. If aquatic therapy is part of the plan, the therapists will recommend physical therapy at the Muskingum County Family YMCA, and work with a physical therapist to achieve your goals.

The aquatic therapy treatments are about 30 minutes. Please bring a swimsuit and water shoes for your therapy sessions. We offer a warm-water pool to help you achieve a variety of goals. The warm water provides a healing environment to help increase circulation, strength and flexibility. The water helps you move easier, limiting stress on your joints.

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Services, Specialized Programs and Support Groups

You’ll find a wide variety of up-to-date rehabilitation services, including occupational rehabilitation, physical therapy and aquatic therapies available in Zanesville, Perry County, Coshocton and New Concord. We offer some of the most comprehensive specialized programs in the region to help you return to work. We offer dry needling therapies and over 20 other specialized programs to help you control pain and manage other conditions. Our certified and specialty-trained therapists are available to help you get back to enjoying life.

Our free support groups offer a comfortable opportunity for patients and caregivers to receive and offer emotional and moral support. Support groups, including brain injury, stroke and Parkinson’s disease, are available close to home to help you learn how to manage the condition.

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You can find a wide range of therapies available for infants to senior citizens at convenient locations throughout our area. We have therapists certified to provide the specialty therapies you need to get back to enjoying life.

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 (walking), balance activities, core muscle strengthening and exercises for the upper and lower extremities to improve flexibility.

Our highly trained occupational 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 on modifying household activities, such as meal preparation and self-care.

Further treatments may include pain-relieving techniques for residual limb phantom pain, such as 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, call 740-455-5151.

Aquatic therapy

Aquatic therapy in a warm water pool provides a unique environment. The water provides a weightless effect, lessening the impact on weight-bearing joints. The environment can help strengthen weak muscles and improve mobility and balance. Aquatic therapy is available for individuals, small groups and children. For more information, call 740-455-5151.

Audiology

Genesis Audiology services are provided by licensed audiologists for both inpatients and outpatients when referred by their physician. Audiological services include infant auditory brainstem response testing, pediatric and adult hearing evaluations, adult hearing aid evaluations, adult hearing aid fittings, adult balance testing, adult cochlear implant evaluations and mapping, and bone anchored hearing aid evaluations and programming.

Audiology is located in the Genesis Pavillion at 945 Bethesda Drive, Zanesville. For appointments, please call 740-454-4242, Ext. 5. For audiology related questions, please call 740-454-4713, Ext. 4.

Breast cancer rehabilitation

Our specialty-trained breast cancer rehabilitation therapists and physical therapist assistants work as a team alongside patients with breast cancer. A personalized plan of care is designed specifically to meet each patient’s unique needs and goals. The physical therapist evaluates the range of motion, strength, soft tissue dysfunction and patient goals. Treatments may include therapeutic exercises, various manual techniques and education. Patients are provided with comprehensive home exercise programs to achieve the best possible outcome. For more information, call 740-455-5151.

Clinical swallowing evaluation

Genesis provides specialty-trained speech-language pathologists to evaluate and treat swallowing disorders, called dysphagia. Some symptoms of dysphagia include difficulty chewing solids, coughing or choking when eating or drinking.

Our speech-language pathologists provide exercises to improve swallowing muscles, techniques to alleviate symptoms and diet texture changes to enhance safety. Patients in Genesis Hospital with swallowing difficulties can receive a clinical dysphagia evaluation following a physician referral. The speech-language pathologist will conduct an evaluation and provide follow-up recommendations. For more information, call 740-454-5002.

Concussion management program

Genesis 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), patient/family education and symptom management, return to work, return to school and return to play planning. Your physician can refer you to the concussion management program. For more information, call 740-455-5151.

Dysphagia video fluoroscopic swallow study

A swallowing study shows the movement of your throat and esophagus while you swallow. The test uses X-rays in real-time (fluoroscopy) to film as you swallow, helping your doctor see why you’re having trouble swallowing.

The speech-language pathologist guides you through swallowing steps that take 20 to 30 minutes. After the study, the speech-language pathologist reviews and explains findings and recommendations, and sends a detailed report to your primary care physician and referring physician. If you have questions about this test, call 740-454-5002.

Flexible endoscopic evaluation of swallowing (FEES)

FEES is a procedure that may be completed by a speech language pathologist (SLP) at bedside by passing a small endoscope through your nose and into your throat to evaluate anatomy and swallow function. Patients are guided through the procedure and provided food/drink that is dyed with food coloring. After the study, the SLP reviews and explains findings and recommendations, and sends a detailed report to your primary care physician and referring physician. If you have questions about this test, call 740-454-5002.

Functional dry needling therapies

If you’re experiencing pain, functional dry needling may be an effective supplemental technique along with your physical therapy. Functional dry needling treats musculoskeletal and neuromuscular conditions, aiming 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 neuroanatomy 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 microlesion 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, which mediates 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), headaches, jaw pain, buttock pain and leg pain (sciatica, hamstring strains, calf tightness/spasms) and others. A specialized physical therapist administers the treatment. For more information, call 740-455-5151.

Lymphedema rehabilitation

If you experience symptoms of lymphedema, our specialty-trained lymphedema therapists can provide an evaluation and develop a comprehensive plan to meet your needs. Lymphedema is a swelling caused by an abnormal buildup of fluids in the tissue due to the lymph system not working correctly. In lymphedema rehabilitation, 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. For more information, call 740-455-5151.

Neonatal touch and massage therapy

Certified physical and occupational therapy staff provide neonatal touch and massage therapy in the Genesis Level II Special Care Nursery. The specialty-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 in high-risk infants, as well as infant-parent attachment and bonding. For more information, call 740-454-5250.

Occupational rehabilitation

In-depth occupational rehabilitation is available, including work hardening, physical reconditioning, functional capacity evaluations and work capacity evaluations. The evaluations include testing your skills for the job you’ll return to working. You want to get back to work as soon as you can, and we’re here to help you return to your job. For more information, call 740-455-5151.

Occupational therapy

Genesis offers occupational therapy using a unique holistic approach to help people of all ages learn to enjoy everyday activities. Occupational therapists design programs to help you learn how to perform daily activities following an injury or surgery, such as dressing, feeding, bathing, cooking, cleaning, and laundry. Our occupational therapists are trained to address physical, cognitive, psychosocial and sensory issues to improve your quality of life and independence. Genesis has a certified hand therapist (CHT) and other trained therapists for splinting, casting and other hand therapy needs. For more information, call 740-455-5151.

Orthopedic rehabilitation

Our experienced therapists are specialty-trained in orthopedic rehabilitation. You can receive expert orthopedic rehabilitation specifically designed to meet your needs after a hip fracture, joint replacement, amputation or other related orthopedic condition. For more information, call 740-455-5151.

Orthotic fitting

Genesis offers a range of specialized services, including orthopedic fitting. Improper foot alignment can cause pain and discomfort throughout the 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 determine if the problem is due to improper foot alignment and if corrections are necessary. Then the therapist works with a local orthotist/prosthetist to fabricate a custom orthotic insert. For more information, call 740-455-5151.

Outpatient counseling

A key component of your overall health and well-being is your mental health. Genesis Rehabilitation Services offers counseling for individuals who need outpatient mental health services. The highly trained counselors provide supportive one-on-one sessions to help you develop coping strategies. The counselors also help you address real-life challenges such as anxiety, depression, stress, illness and other issues. For more information, call 740-455-5151.

Pediatric rehabilitation

If your child needs therapy, we have a pediatric rehabilitation facility designed for children. Children can receive occupational, physical or speech therapy at this location. Aquatic therapy is available for some patients at the Muskingum County Family YMCA. For more information, call 740-455-5151.

Pain management, interventional

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 latest techniques to provide 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 Genesis Rehabilitation Services. 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 740-454-4712 or 866-466-5200.

Parkinson's disease aquatics

Genesis HealthCare System is at the forefront of new exercise and activity 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 County Family YMCA. The class focuses on exercises that promote balance, strengthening and coordination. The water helps decrease the fear of falling and makes people feel safer. Since movement in water is easier than on land, participants can feel more confident, have improved stability and have a better quality of life. Classes are held on Thursdays. Stop by the YMCA to complete a permission form before joining the class. Bring a swimsuit and a towel. For more information, call 740-455-5151.

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 advanced 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 activities can be modified to suit the participant’s needs. The classes are $5 each, with the first class free. For more information, call 740-455-5151.

Physical therapy

Our comprehensive physical therapy focuses on the neck, shoulders, upper and lower back, hips, knees and ankles. Certified, licensed and trained therapists can help with gait (walking) training, balance exercises and activities specific to your work or sports. The therapists provide exercises and behavior management designed for you to help you move more easily after an injury, surgery or chronic condition. For more information, call 740-455-5151.

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 to help you improve efficiency, endurance and reduce pain. The program does not need a physician referral and is available for self-pay. For more information, call 740-455-5151.

Speech and language therapy

Speech and language therapy is provided to patients by licensed and certified speech-language pathologists at Genesis Rehabilitation Services. We offer therapies specially designed for those recovering from stroke, brain tumors, neurological conditions, neuromuscular disease, head and neck injury or other conditions. Speech and language therapies are available for inpatients and outpatients. As part of the outpatient speech therapy, we offer evaluations and treatments for adult and pediatric patients. We also provide assessments and treatments for augmentative communication. For more information, call 740-455-5151.

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 closer to home. A comprehensive physical therapy plan addresses physical and psychological needs.

Our physical therapists work closely with occupational therapy, speech therapy, clinical counseling and community resources to offer expert, individualized care. The specialized treatment includes weekly therapy sessions that focus on exercises and education, with the goal of helping individuals lead an independent life. For more information, call 740-455-5151.

Sportsmetrics

Genesis 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 the risk of injury and enhance overall performance. The program focuses on developing lower extremity strength and perfecting jumping and landing mechanics. Certified physical therapists offer this program at Genesis.

The training program is six 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 certified trainers help you correct the deficiencies identified. While this program was scientifically tested on females, males can also benefit from developing overall lower extremity strength and perfecting jumping and landing mechanics. For more information, call 740-455-5151.

Stroke rehabilitation

Stroke rehabilitation focuses on each individual’s needs and encompasses an outpatient team that includes physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech therapists and counselors, all available at Genesis.

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 treatment. Experienced therapists work side-by-side with 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. Occupational therapists also conduct vision screenings and provide treatment for eye movement disorders following a stroke.

Our special stroke therapy includes speech therapy to help improve speech, memory, eating and swallowing. Our specialty-trained speech-language pathologists use VitalStim® to help with swallowing. A doctor’s referral is needed to schedule an evaluation. For more information, call 740-455-5151.

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. For more information, call 740-455-5151.

Vital stimulation therapy

You’ll find a special therapy available at Genesis to improve swallowing. VitalStim® is a safe and effective non-invasive treatment for patients experiencing difficulty swallowing, or dysphagia. Performed by a trained-speech language pathologist, the therapy uses neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES), to help strengthen muscles and improve swallowing. For more information, call 740-455-5151.

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 improve your mobility. Then, our physical therapist evaluates your balance, walking and gait, as well as any limitations. The evaluation takes about one hour, and a skilled physical therapist and wheelchair vendor are present. At the end of the session, you’ll have the opportunity to try the equipment. You can also receive training with the recommended equipment. For more information, call 740-455-5151.

Women's health and pregnancy

We offer a wide range of physical therapy and other rehabilitation programs specifically designed for women’s needs, including breast cancer rehabilitation and Sportsmetrics™, a training program for female athletes. For more information, call 740-455-5151.

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 systems to return to work. The treatment starts with two to four hours daily and progresses to eight hours a day by the time it is complete. The program simulates work activities with licensed therapists who assess the safety and accuracy of completing work tasks and duties.

Another program, work conditioning, does just what it says. It conditions you to return to work as soon as possible. The goal is to increase tolerance, evaluate psychological status and improve your job-related activities. The treatment typically lasts two hours, three times a week. For more information, call 740-455-5151.

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Genesis Rehabilitation Services wants you to get back into resuming a quality life as soon as you can after having an injury or illness. Genesis offers a wide range of therapies, including physical, speech and occupational. You can get the scientifically proven therapies you need close to home.

We're here to help you recover and get back to enjoying everyday activities. Comprehensive care can include rehabilitation ranging from dry needling therapies to vestibular rehabilitation. Our goal is to bring quality back to your life.

Genesis Outpatient Rehabilitation

Genesis Outpatient Rehabilitation provides a spacious environment for your physical, occupational or speech therapy. The location features welcoming spaces for programs such as sports therapy, Parkinson’s disease, women’s health and more. The facility is located at 3297 Maple Ave., Zanesville. Please call to make an appointment, 740-455-5151.

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From injury and diagnosis to life after physical therapy

Our licensed, certified staff work closely with your referring physician to ensure the best possible care. We work closely with you, your physician and caregiver to develop a therapy program tailored specifically to your needs.

Certified and compassionate therapists

You’ll find that our experienced, personalized therapists are here to design a one-on-one program to help you get back to what you love to do. You’ll notice the difference in our compassionate staff who are with you every step of the way. Our experienced therapists are devoted to helping you reach your full potential.

Occupational rehabilitation for employers and employees

We offer occupational rehabilitation programs specifically designed to help you return to work, including work hardening, physical reconditioning, functional capacity evaluation and work capacity evaluation.

Parkinson's disease programs and support group

We offer unique exercise programs specifically designed for those with Parkinson’s disease and their caregivers. There are special aquatic programs, and Genesis was one of the first in Ohio to offer the Rock Steady Boxing program. You may also consider joining our Parkinson's disease support group for additional education and support.

Aquatic therapy

We offer aquatic therapy at the Muskingum County Family YMCA (MCFYMCA) in Zanesville, which features a warm-water pool designed to help relieve strained muscles or other conditions. The YMCA is located on the Ohio University/Zane State Campus in Zanesville. The modern recreation center features two pools to help meet your therapy needs.

Over 20 specialized programs

You can count on us to provide a wide range of up-to-date, specialized rehabilitation programs tailored to meet your needs. Genesis Audiology Services has hearing tests for all ages, including newborns. You don’t need to travel far from home to get a hearing test. You’ll also find the latest techniques, like dry needling, to help you feel better again.

Support groups

Genesis support groups are available throughout our community, providing an opportunity to learn from others who face similar challenges. You’ll find brain injury, stroke, and Parkinson's disease support groups available for you and your loved ones.

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