Physical Therapy in Amarillo, TX
The David Kritser Rehabilitation Unit at BSA Health System provides comprehensive physical therapy services to patients in Amarillo, TX and the surrounding communities. Our physical therapists are committed to helping you heal and regain independence after a major injury, illness, or surgery. That’s why we offer a wide range of rehabilitation services tailored to your individual needs and goals. Our services include occupational therapy, stroke rehabilitation, dietary counseling, speech therapy, cardiac rehab, and more. With a fully-equipped, state-of-the-art gym and a team of compassionate, skilled physical therapists, our rehabilitation clinic is prepared to meet your needs and exceed your expectations.
Our Physical Therapy Team
As Amarillo’s longest-standing rehabilitation center, we pride ourselves in helping more than 375 people per year reclaim their independence and get back to their lives. The David Kritser Rehabilitation Unit is fully staffed by a team of licensed professionals with various specialties and skill sets. Our team includes:
- A registered nurse case manager
- Dieticians
- Physical, occupational, and speech therapy teams
- Registered nurses with rehabilitation certifications
- Rehabilitation physicians
- Respiratory therapists
- Social workers
The staff at our state-of-the-art rehabilitation center are available to meet your physical therapy needs 24/7 in spacious patient rooms and comfortable environments. A physician’s referral is required to make an appointment with our physical therapists. To schedule a tour of our facility, please call 806-212-3145.
Our Rehabilitation Treatments and Services
We provide treatment plans for a wide variety of illnesses, injuries, and surgical interventions, including brain injuries and tumors, spinal cord injuries, amputations, fractures, stroke, total joint replacement surgery, and neurological disorders. While at the David Kritser Rehabilitation Unit, our highly trained team will assess your condition and create an individualized treatment plan to get you on the road to recovery. The goal is to restore patients to the highest level possible of physical, social, cognitive and emotional independence.
We use many techniques and treatments to help you heal from these conditions, including:
- Cardiac rehabilitation
- Dietary counseling
- Occupational therapy
- Orthotic (support brace) and prosthetics therapy
- Outpatient therapy
- Physical therapy
- Social services
- Speech therapy
Please call us to learn more about our rehabilitation programs.
Outpatient Therapy
BSA Outpatient Therapy Services is a comprehensive rehabilitation facility for patients who are recovering from major illness or injury outside of a hospital setting. Our dedicated team provides one-on-one consultations and treatment plans to help you get back to your everyday life.
Our highly-trained team offers a wide-variety of rehabilitation services, including:
- Aquatic therapy
- Cardiac rehabilitation program
- Diabetes education classes and dietitian consults
- Lymphedema therapy to treat buildup of lymph node fluid in the arms and legs
- Occupational therapy
- Pediatric therapy
- Physical therapy
- Speech therapy
- Wheelchair evaluations and fitting
At BSA Outpatient Therapy Services, our commitment is to empower you on your journey to recovery with personalized care and expert guidance. Whether you’re healing from an injury, managing a chronic condition, or improving mobility, our compassionate team is here to support you every step of the way, helping you regain strength and reclaim your independence.
Fit to Work
BSA Outpatient Therapy Services offers physical capacity profile (PCP) testing, which helps employers match the physical abilities of their employees with suitable tasks for more cost-effective and efficient operations. By assigning employees to job duties suited for their physical abilities, employers can reduce the risk of workplace injury, the need for employee absence and the expenses associated with workers’ compensation claims.
PCP testing is performed by the highly trained physical and occupational therapy teams at BSA Outpatient Therapy Services. During testing, the following will be assessed:
- Lifting capability and knowledge of safe lifting techniques
- Lower body mobility and overall range of motion
- Medical history
- Overall fitness and health
- Upper body, lower body, back and abdominal strength
After testing, results are available within 30 minutes, and the employee will be grouped into one of five categories: Sedentary Work, Light Work, Medium Work, Heavy Work or Very Heavy Work. To set up a meeting to discuss PCP testing opportunities for you employees, call Brant Capps at 806-212-0710.
Cardiac Rehabilitation
The BSA Cardiac Rehab team is highly-trained in helping patients improve their overall health and reduce their chance of developing future heart issues through education, exercise and support. The BSA Cardiac Rehabilitation Program is certified by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR). Programs certified by AACVPR are recognized as leaders in the field of cardiovascular rehabilitation and this designation showcases BSA’s commitment to quality patient care.
Participation in the BSA Outpatient Cardiac Rehab Program can be the first step toward improving a patient’s quality of life. Cardiac rehab provides support and personalized treatment plans. This program is 12-weeks long with exercise sessions on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.
Patients who have experienced the following heart issues or surgeries may qualify for the program:
- Angina
- Coronary Artery Bypass
- Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Attack or Heart Transplant
- Stent Placement
- Valve Replacement or Repair
Participating in a cardiac rehab program offers numerous benefits, including increased stamina and strength to help you return to your daily routine, and a reduction in the physical and emotional effects of heart disease. Additionally, cardiac rehab can help stop or even reverse damage to the heart’s blood vessels, promoting long-term heart health.
BSA’s Cardiac Rehab Program offers a free six-week revolving education series which will cover topics related to heart and general health. Each class is taught by cardiac rehab nurses, dietitians, pharmacists and past program participants. Classes are open to the general public and current cardiac rehab patients, their spouses or caregivers.