The field of physical therapy (PT) emerged out of the post polio era focusing on bracing, electrical stimulation and exercise. Physical therapy programs around the world have advanced these three components in various fashions to expand their effectiveness.

First Step Physical Therapy has greatly widened the scope of physical therapy, coordinating a total of eight unique and essential components into its dynamic Symptom Recovery program. Following the Stages and Phases of Symptom Recovery, Dr. Susan Leger orchestrates the timing and sequencing between and within the eight components into your own personal and highly effective Symptom Recovery program.

Below are the 8 essential components:

Please click on one of the 8 components for more information regarding Dr. Leger’s dynamic recovery program.

1. Manual Structural Correction (MSC)

2. Sensory Assimilation

3. Mind-Body Assimilation

4. Dietary Considerations

5. Cold Laser

6. Bracing and Taping

7. Phase Electrical Stimulation

8. Stage and Phase Focused Exercise Progression

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