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Therapy and clinical services, explained
Plain-language guides to speech, respiratory, occupational and physical therapy, nutrition and diabetes education - and what a home health aide can do.
Therapies
The four therapies patients ask about most - what each one treats and what a session involves.
Speech Therapy
For speech disorders and impediments that change the way a person speaks.
Respiratory Therapy
Care for heart and lung conditions that make breathing difficult.
Occupational Therapy
Regaining the ability to manage everyday activities.
Physical Therapy
Treatment for limited mobility after accidents, falls or illness.
Beyond the clinic
At home
Education
ADA-recognised curriculum
Self-monitoring skills
What to expect from therapy
An assessment of your needs and goals
A treatment plan agreed with you
Regular sessions with a licensed therapist
Exercises to practise at home
Progress reviewed, plan adjusted
About this site
Written for patients and families
Mercy Medical collects clear explanations of common therapies and clinical services, so patients and families know what to expect before the first appointment.
The articles are general information. They do not replace advice from your own doctor or therapist.
Guides
Read the guides
The Romberg Test: How It Is Done and What Results Mean
Learn how the Romberg test is performed, what positive and negative results can suggest, and how clinicians use it safely.
NMES Therapy: How Electrical Stimulation Supports Recovery
Learn how NMES therapy activates weak muscles, how it differs from TENS, and when guided electrical stimulation may support rehabilitation.
Piriformis Syndrome: Symptoms, Causes and Physical Therapy Treatment
Piriformis syndrome causes deep buttock pain that can mimic sciatica. Learn symptoms, causes, diagnosis and the physical therapy exercises that help.
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS): Causes and Rehab
Learn what causes runner’s knee, how PFPS is diagnosed, which exercises help, and when knee pain needs medical attention.
How to Use Crutches Safely: Sizing, Walking and Stairs
Learn how to fit crutches, walk safely, use stairs, prevent falls, and know when to ask a physical therapist for help.
Speech Therapy for Speech Disorders
If you or someone you love suffers from a speech disorder or impediment, speech therapy may be one of the most beneficial ways to learn techniques to work around it.