Innovative Therapy in Action
Innovative Therapy in Action
We believe in empowering patients to recover and thrive by pushing boundaries with innovative, dynamic exercises. Our therapists craft personalized therapy sessions that challenge patients to reach new heights. Agility ladders and medicine balls are just two tools we use to make therapy engaging and effective.
The Benefits of Agility Ladders
Agility ladders are a versatile tool for improving balance, coordination, and reflexes. They’re not just for athletes—patients at all levels benefit from their use. Here’s how:
- Refining Footwork: Precise steps through the ladder enhance coordination and body awareness.
- Core Activation: Quick movements engage the core, improving stability and balance.
- Speed & Reflex Training: Faster navigation hones reaction times and dynamic movement skills.
The Impact of Medicine Balls
Medicine balls add a new dimension to therapy, combining strength-building with cognitive and motor skills development. When paired with agility drills, they:
- Build Upper Body Strength: Holding or tossing the ball engages arms, shoulders, and chest muscles.
- Enhance Stability: Balancing with the ball strengthens core muscles and reduces injury risk.
- Improve Multi-Tasking: Performing ladder drills while using the ball sharpens focus and coordination, challenging both body and mind.
Functional Strength Through Dynamic Activities
Dynamic exercises like agility ladder drills and medicine ball tasks go beyond basic movements. They mimic real-life activities, such as stepping over obstacles, reacting to sudden changes, or carrying objects. This approach helps patients develop:
- Strength for daily tasks
- Improved stability to prevent falls
- Confidence to navigate challenges with ease
By steadily increasing the complexity of these tasks, we ensure patients are not just recovering but building long-term resilience and independence.
Call to schedule your initial evaluation today! Our expert team of therapists at Reddy Care Physical, Occupational & Aquatic therapy, located throughout Long Island, Queens, Brooklyn and Manhattan can help .
Great Neck: 475 Northern Blvd., Ste.11, Great Neck, NY 11021 Tel. (516) 829.0030
Farmingdale: 309 North West Dr., Farmingdale, NY 11735 Tel. (516) 420.2900
Woodbury: 150 Woodbury Rd., Woodbury, NY 11797 Tel. (516) 367.1111
Deer Park: 2024 Deer Park Ave., Deer Park, NY 11729 Tel. (631) 243.0247
North Shore Towers: 272-78 Grand Central Pkwy., Floral Park, NY 11005 Tel. (516) 344.0030
Bayside - Aquatic Therapy: 208-32 Cross Island Pkwy., Bayside, NY11360 Tel. (718) 224.8480
Oceanside: 2421 S Long Beach Rd., Oceanside, NY 11572 Tel. (516) 992.2282
New York City: 250 West 93rd Street, New York, NY 10025 Tel. (212) 580.0125
Bay Shore: 1470 Sunrise Highway Bay Shore NY, 11706 Tel:(631)-446.1480
Amityville: 565 Albany Ave Amityville NY, 11701 Tel:(631)-532.0906
In-Home Physical & Occupational Therapy (Home Care): Tel: (516) 829.0030
*Home therapy servicing Long Island, Queens, Staten Island, Brooklyn, the Bronx & Manhattan*
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Written by:
Dr. Vinod Somareddy, PT, DPT
President
Reddy Care Physical Therapy
Reddy Care Occupational Therapy
Reddy Care Aquatic Therapy