Business Details
40 Years
experience
Expert Physical Therapy Services in Gainesville, GA
Gainesville Physical Therapy has been serving the Gainesville community since 1986 as the first outpatient private practice physical therapy clinic in Hall County. Our leadership team, with decades of combined experience, specializes in treating physical ailments through individualized care and advanced training in body mechanics, anatomy, and treatment modalities. We prioritize hands-on, personalized attention tailored to each patient's unique needs, supported by a fully equipped facility for orthopedic conditions.Our mission focuses on facilitating healing through improved motion and functionality, enabling patients to return to active lifestyles with emotional support and customized care. Our specialists hold advanced post-graduate training and certifications in areas like sacroiliac joint dysfunction, pelvic floor rehabilitation, and certified hand therapy, establishing us as industry leaders committed to respect, care, and integrity.
Services
Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation
Total Joint Rehabilitation
Certified Hand Therapy
Manual Therapy
Spine Therapies
Dry Needling
Custom Splinting
Post-Operative Rehabilitation
Balance Training
Industrial Rehabilitation
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- We offer 36 years of experience in outpatient physical therapy since 1986
- Our team includes certified specialists in hand therapy and sacroiliac joint dysfunction
- We provide personalized treatment programs with one-on-one therapist-patient sessions
- Our clinicians have advanced post-graduate training in orthopedic manual therapy
- We pioneered diagnosis and treatment for SI joint dysfunction with published research
Services
Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation
Specialized treatment for pelvic floor dysfunction addresses urinary incontinence, constipation, and pelvic pain through targeted exercises and manual therapy techniques. Our certified specialists help patients restore normal pelvic floor function and alleviate discomfort related to reproductive and urinary tract issues. This therapy improves quality of life for patients experiencing symptoms like painful urination, bowel difficulties, or chronic pelvic pain.
Certified Hand Therapy
Advanced treatment for hand and upper extremity conditions combines custom splinting, nerve stimulation, and therapeutic exercises. Our certified hand therapists address post-surgical recovery, arthritis, and neurological conditions using specialized techniques to restore hand function and reduce pain. Treatment plans focus on regaining dexterity, strength, and mobility through evidence-based interventions tailored to each patient's needs.
Total Joint Rehabilitation
Post-operative rehabilitation programs restore mobility and strength following knee, hip, or shoulder replacements. Our therapists work within surgical protocols to develop personalized recovery plans incorporating gait training, range-of-motion exercises, and activity-specific rehabilitation. This comprehensive approach helps patients regain functional independence and return to daily activities after joint replacement surgery.
Manual Therapy
Skilled hand techniques target inflamed muscles and problem joints to provide immediate pain relief. Our therapists use mobilization and manipulation methods to improve tissue extensibility, increase range of motion, and enhance joint function. This approach effectively treats musculoskeletal conditions affecting the spine, extremities, and soft tissues through direct physical intervention.
Spine Therapies
Comprehensive care for spinal conditions includes pre- and post-operative rehabilitation, stabilization exercises, and pain management techniques. Our specialists address lumbar spine issues through targeted strengthening programs and movement retraining. Treatment focuses on improving spinal stability, reducing pain, and restoring functional mobility for patients recovering from back surgery or managing chronic spinal conditions.
People
Vicki Sims
Co-Director & Certified Hand Therapist
With 46 years of experience since 1976, Vicki pioneered SI joint dysfunction treatment and authored definitive texts on the subject. She co-founded Gainesville Physical Therapy in 1986 and continues providing hands-on patient care.
Jeff Skorput
Co-Director & Physical Therapist
Specializing in low back pain and joint rehabilitation since 1987, Jeff teaches continuing education courses on lumbar spine evaluation and treatment. He brings 45 years of clinical experience to patient care at Gainesville Physical Therapy.
Joanne Hamilton
Co-Director & Physical Therapist
With 44 years of experience, Joanne specializes in industrial rehabilitation and has presented nationally on workers' compensation topics. She has directed clinical operations at Gainesville Physical Therapy since 1986.
Kristy Basinger
Certified Hand Therapist
Specializing in hand therapy since 1995, Kristy combines orthopedic manual therapy expertise with dry needling techniques. She brings 27 years of clinical experience to her role as a senior therapist at Gainesville Physical Therapy.
Lydia Gailey
Doctor of Physical Therapy
A 2015 graduate with 7 years of experience, Lydia specializes in pelvic floor rehabilitation and sacroiliac joint dysfunction. She applies her post-graduate training in orthopedic conditions to develop effective treatment plans for patients.
Questions
What types of physical therapy services do you offer?
We specialize in pelvic floor rehabilitation, certified hand therapy, total joint rehabilitation, manual therapy, and spine therapies, along with modalities like dry needling and custom splinting.
Do you treat post-surgical patients?
Yes, we provide post-operative rehabilitation for joint replacements, spine surgeries, and hand procedures following surgeons' protocols to restore function and mobility.
Are your therapists specially certified?
Our team includes Certified Hand Therapists and specialists with advanced training in sacroiliac joint dysfunction, pelvic floor therapy, and orthopedic manual therapy techniques.
How long are therapy sessions?
Sessions include one-on-one time with therapists focusing on personalized treatment plans, with duration tailored to each patient's specific rehabilitation needs and progress.
Do you accept insurance?
We work with patients to maximize insurance benefits for physical therapy services, though specific coverage details should be verified directly with your insurance provider.
