Home Physical Therapy

Welcome to Home Advantage Rehabilitation Solutions

Home Advantage Rehabilitation Solutions (HARS) – Home Physical Therapy, was founded in 2008 by Kevin Mangan, PT, DPT, and Michael Marzano, OTR/L. Together they have over 45 years of combined experience in home-based rehabilitation. HARS was formed when Kevin and Mike, both having extensive experience working for Certified Home Health Agencies (CHHAs), realized there was a large population of patients who did not qualify for CHHA services but were unable to attend outpatient therapy. Today, HARS has over 45 therapists serving people in their homes throughout Nassau, Suffolk, and Queens. We accept most major insurances.

Mission Statement

It is our mission to make a positive impact in the lives of our clients. We enable clients to overcome physical, emotional, and psychological obstacles resulting from disease or injury. We provide them with skilled interventions, education, and encouragement, enabling them to achieve the highest level of comfort, independence, and safety in their homes and communities. It is our vision to expand our practice, grow personally and professionally through ongoing education, while maintaining our core values, allowing us to treat our clients with the respect and empathy they deserve.

Meet The Founders

Kevin Mangan, PT, DPT

Kevin graduated Magna Cum Laude from New York University in 1994. Kevin Received his post-graduate doctorate in 2014. He began working in an outpatient clinic, where he had the opportunity to work with a variety of sports and orthopedic injuries, and to work with many professional athletes from the New York Rangers and New York Islanders. Seeking more of a medical foundation, Kevin took a hospital-based position practicing acute care and acute rehabilitation. He was later employed as the PT supervisor at one of the areas busiest sub-acute rehabilitation centers for nearly 13 years. Kevin evaluated, treated, and supervised the care of 400-600 patients per year, with a variety of conditions, from ventilator dependence, amputee care, orthopedic injury and post-op care, neurological conditions such as traumatic brain injury (TBI), strokes, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Kevin also practiced homecare since 1995. In 2008, Kevin joined forces with Mike to form their own home care company, known today as Home Advantage Rehabilitation Solutions.

Michael Marzano, OTR/L

Mike has held positions in both administrative and clinical settings, including the Director of Rehabilitation and occupational therapy supervisor. His educational credentials include a Bachelor of Science in Health Science and a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy. Mike has been a licensed OT since 1999. As an Occupational Therapist, Mike has held leadership positions throughout many respected facilities. He has developed rehabilitation programs, and occupational therapy protocols, as well as procedures, and evaluation tools. Throughout his career, he has successfully evaluated and treated individuals with various neurological and debilitating conditions. Mike is the co-owner and managing partner of Home Advantage Rehabilitation Solutions. He has more than 20 years of experience working in the Health Care Industry. Mike also owns and operates a Traumatic Brain Injury clinic located in a, not for profit TBI community center.

Why Choose Our Home Physical Therapy?

EXPERIENCE

Experience matters. We have over 45 years of combined home care experience. We are the most experienced team in this industry. Chances are the problems you are facing now, are ones that we have encountered and solved in the past.

OUR STAFF

Most of our therapists are colleagues that we have worked with for many years. They joined our family and we trust them implicitly-to work with yours. Our therapists have an average of over 10 years practicing in the field.

WE BRING THE OUTPATIENT CLINIC HOME

Our therapists are equipped with most of the tools used in the clinic including portable bikes, upper extremity ergometers, steppers, hydro collator, and cold packs, electric stimulators, ultrasound units, weights, resistance bands, balance boards, and vestibular discs.

COORDINATION OF SERVICES

We are UNIQUE in the respect that we are MULTIDISCIPLINARY, and we provide PT, OT, and SLP. This allows each rehabilitative professional the ability to focus on their area of expertise, providing comprehensive rehabilitation, which is centrally coordinated from our office, and overseen by our clinical coordinator, who also happens to be a therapist.

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The Benefits of Home Physical Therapy

After sustaining an injury, physical therapy is often the perfect treatment option for your recovery. However, traveling to a facility for this treatment can be difficult at times, especially in the cold winter months. Some patients may also find physical therapists treating two or three other people during their scheduled time, making it seem like their care is not a top priority. At Home Advantage Rehabilitation Solutions, our staff eliminates these unpleasantries from the rehabilitation process. We offer Home Physical Therapy, for all patients looking to make a full recovery.

Advantages Of Physical Therapy At Home

As a form of rehabilitation, physical therapy is extremely beneficial to many patients. When one of our professionals brings this care into your home, the benefits only increase. If you allow us to provide you with Home Physical Therapy, these benefits may include some of the following:

Guaranteed one on one care with a trained physical therapist.
Learn rehabilitating stretches and exercises that can be performed even after our therapist leaves.
Improve your flexibility and range of motion after an injury or surgery.
Eliminate the need to travel for care.
Regain the independence needed to resume your daily routine.

What At Home Physical Therapy Can Treat?

In addition to the benefits listed above, one of the advantages of physical therapy is the wide variety of ailments it can treat. There are also a variety of stretches, exercises, and other rehabilitation methods that aid in the healing process for different parts of the body. Below are just some of the issues physical therapy has been used to correct and treat:

Post-operative recovery.
Muscle strains and tears.
Ligamentous issues.
Knee injuries.
Herniated discs.
Plantar fasciitis.
Shoulder problems.

Home Advantage Rehabilitation Solutions – Home Physical Therapy

While physical therapy is a great form of rehabilitation, choosing the wrong provider can make it an unpleasant experience. That is why at Home Advantage Rehabilitation Solutions, we’ll come right to your door to provide care! To get the treatment you deserve without ever having to leave your home, contact us today! Our staff has over 45 years of combined experience administering care, so you can trust that our capabilities are second to none.

How To Do Home Physical Therapy

Overview

If you have recently suffered from a physical injury and are experiencing pain or have a problem because of the loss of functional mobility, you may benefit from the professional services of a physical therapist. Physical therapy can help you get back on track and restore your normal ability so you can get back to the things you love. There are a few ways physical therapy can be provided to you either at a hospital or an outpatient clinic. But some patients such as seniors may have difficulty going to their PT appointments. Receiving physical therapy at home can be right for you. If you are seeking Home Physical Therapy, then consider contacting us at Home Advantage Rehabilitation Today!

What is Home Care Physical Therapy?

For people who have difficulty leaving their homes such as seniors, a physical therapist can come to your home to provide you with rehabilitation services. There are several reasons why this occurs such as:

Severe condition
Leaving your home becomes a health risk
Limited functional mobility
Lack of or lack of access to adequate transportation to your physical therapy appointment
Desire to have a physical therapist at home

Physical therapy is designed to help restore your function and mobility after while also healing and relieving pain. If you are seeking Home Physical Therapy, the benefits include:

Improve overall function and mobility
Strengthen muscle joints
Manage age-related diseases such as arthritis or Parkinson’s disease.
Help recovery after surgery
Prevent patients from receiving surgery

At-Home Exercises

Physical therapy does not require expensive, heavy exercise equipment and tools. Your home care physical therapist is trained to use any available resources to help with your experience.

Some of the exercises your physical therapist might suggest for you may include:

Straight leg raises– Lie on your back and bend one knee while keeping the other foot planted. Point your toes where your knee is bent and slowly lift your leg. Do about 15-20 repetitions and repeat on the opposite foot.
Bridge– Lie on your back with knees bent, place feet hip-distance apart and close to your buttocks. Slowly raise your pelvis while squeezing your gluteal muscles and keeping your knees aligned with your ankles. Hold for 3-5 seconds and repeat as needed.
Hamstring stretch– Lie on your back and raise one leg while holding on to the thighs. Pull that leg close to your chest and slowly straighten it. As long as you feel a stretch it doesn’t have to be straight, hold for about 30-45 seconds and repeat.

Contact Us Today For Home Physical Therapy

If you are seeking Home Physical Therapy or are unable to travel to your physical therapist, then contact us today at Home Advantage Rehabilitation. We’ll help you get on the path to recovery in the comfort of your home. Visit us online today for more information.

Treating Joint Dislocations for the Elderly

As we age, we lose some balance and mobility that can potentially put us at risk of injuries and health issues. At Home Advantage Rehabilitation Solutions, our goal is to help our patients remain as healthy as possible. We offer various services to help patients deal with injuries and help them lead more independent lives. Please continue reading to learn how we treat joint dislocations with Home Physical Therapy.

What is a Joint Dislocation?

A dislocation is caused by the bones in a joint being forced out of their usual positions. Dislocations are generally caused by traumatic impact injuries such as falls or car accidents. For smaller joints, less impact is needed to drive the joint to dislocate. Joints that have previously been dislocated can become more susceptible to dislocations, as the tissue holding the joint in place may have been stretched. Most of the joints in the body can become dislocated, but some are injured more commonly than others. Shoulder dislocations are most common among adults. Older adults tend to have poorer balance, making them more vulnerable to falls. Ligament and muscle weakness is also an issue that older adults face due to lack of fitness. Dislocations are usually easily visible. The area can be discolored and swollen or may appear deformed as a result. Some other symptoms can include:

Inability to move the area.
Pain during movement.
Numbness or tingling in the area.

Treating Joint Dislocations

If you have a joint dislocation, you should seek out help immediately. Trying to put the joint back in place yourself can lead to further injury. After the joint has been safely moved back into position, you may need a physical therapist to help you rehabilitate. Our team will evaluate your condition and determine the appropriate rehabilitation for your injury. For elderly patients, the goal of Home Physical Therapy is to improve your strength and range of motion and help educate you on how to prevent these injuries from reoccurring. Falls are one of the leading causes of injuries for seniors, so we will work with you to minimize your risk of falls. Some of the ways you can prevent dislocations from occurring could include:

Using handrails when using staircases.
Remove tripping hazards from the home.
Physical therapy treatment to improve balance and improve strength.

Contact Us For Home Physical Therapy

A joint dislocation can be difficult to manage on your own and can keep you from living your life comfortably. At Home Advantage Rehabilitation Solutions, we offer rehabilitation services that can be done in the comfort of your own home. Contact our team today to learn more about how we can help with Home Physical Therapy!

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