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CINN Physical Therapy - You’ll Be In Good Hands

Spine experts

Why is CINN Physical Therapy unique? Here you will be treated by a team of experienced therapists that specialize in the treatment of the spine. Whether your pain is acute or chronic, whether you’re recovering from an injury or from surgery, your CINN Physical Therapist will guide you through your healing process and prepare you for your return to your everyday activities.

Receive comprehensive Evaluation and Treatment

We set our standards high and offer a unique one-on-one approach with manual therapy, exercise prescription and education tailored to your personal needs. During the first visit patients are given a thorough evaluation that helps the therapist develop a comprehensive treatment plan. This personalized plan may include Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy or a combination of the two.

Additional programs available to you

CINN Physical Therapy also offers a Vestibular Rehabilition program, Women’s Health services as well as an Orthopedic Physical Therapy program. Please feel free to contact us for more information, we’d be happy to discuss how we can help support your recovery.

Convenient location and hours

You’ll have therapy right where you see your doctor. We’re located on the first floor, and offer convenient hours Monday through Friday.

Appointments

To schedule and appointment, simply acquire a prescription from a physician, then call or visit our front desk Monday through Friday to schedule your first appointment.

 

Meet our expert therapists

John Walker, BAppSc (Physiotherapy), Cert. MDT

is a 1994 graduate of Sydney University, Australia. He is trained in the Maitland approach to assessment and treatment of orthopedic injuries. He is also a certified McKenzie practitioner, and uses advanced mobilization techniques. John takes a special interest in preventative and orthopedic medicine, especially the treatment of cervical and extremity disorders.

Lilian Holm, PT, CEAS

is a 1993 graduate of the Karolinska Institute in Stockholm, Sweden. She specializes in the John Barnes Myofascial Release approach, a gentle, holistic and effective form of manual therapy. She complements this with other advanced techniques to help normalize alignment and function, and is also offers Women’s Health services. Lilian is also a Certified Ergonomics Assessment Specialist and has several years of experience with Industrial rehabilitation. Lilian provides Physical Therapy services to patients in English, French, Spanish, Greek, Swedish and Finnish.

Yael Mirelman, MPT

Received her Bachelors degree from Washington University in St  Louis and Masters degree from MCP Hahnemann University in Philadelphia in the year 2000. She has completed several courses of Osteopathic techniques and is trained in Pilates based therapeutic exercise as well as Myofascial Release. Her focus is not only on rehabilitating the injury at hand but also on maximizing total wellness.

Shari Zimmelman, PT

Graduated with BS in Physical therapy from Boston University. She has worked in a variety of settings including acute care, rehabilitation, home care and nursing homes. Her wide variety of experiences and extensive continuing education allow her to provide patients with a multidimensional treatment approach. She also incorporates her experience with yoga into her treatment approach.

Claudia Sanchez, PT, MHS

graduated from the University of Our Lady of the Rosary - Colombian School for Rehabilitation in Bogota in Colombia. She takes great interest in neurological rehabilitation and is NDT-trained. She utilizes a wide variety of techniques in her treatment approach, and is also trained in Vestibular Rehabilitation. Claudia feels strongly about the importance of functional exercises to complement all manual techniques. Claudia treats patients in English and Spanish.

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