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Physical Therapy
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| UHS Physical Therapy staff (see individual profiles, below) |
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About Physical Therapy
University Health Services provides affordable outpatient orthopedic
physical therapy services to students. Faculty and staff members also
are served if they have a work-related injury.
Located on the 3rd Floor of Tang Center, the Physical Therapy unit
includes six treatment rooms outfitted with state-of-the-art equipment,
as well as a spacious rehabilitation gym. Exercise equipment in the
gym includes an upper-body ergometer, a treadmill, exercise bicycles,
a pulley system, free weights, and a slide board. Other equipment, such
as gymnastic balls and foam rollers, are available for stabilization
activities. Traditional physical therapy modalities, including ultrasound,
electrical stimulation and iontophoresis, are available.
Physical therapists provide comprehensive evaluation and individualized
treatment programs on referral from UHS or outside clinicians. Our staff
has expertise in a variety of specialty areas, including sports medicine,
ergonomics, Feldenkrais training, hand therapy, and orthotics. Treatment
in the Physical Therapy unit at Tang is limited to 6 to 12 visits, depending
on your diagnosis. If further treatment is necessary, referrals to outside
physical therapy providers will be offered.
We recommend that you bring clothing such as shorts, sports bras/tank
tops, and/or exercise attire to your appointment. This will allow the
injured area of your body to be adequately exposed for optimal evaluation
and treatment.
Our treatment philosophy stresses active patient participation through
patient education and home exercise. This is of paramount importance
for the success of your rehabilitation program. You will be asked, therefore,
to do some activities on your own to optimize your rehabilitation. These
could include exercise, stretches, ergonomic modifications, and the
application of ice or heat. As therapeutic exercise is often a component
of physical therapy, please be prepared to actively participate in your
treatment. Gym time is available during the hours of 8 am to noon and
1 pm to 4 pm, at a nominal fee, for those patients who wish to utilize
our equipment.
For further questions, please feel free to contact us at (510) 642-0607.
Conditions Treated by Physical Therapy
- Back and neck pain
- Shoulder sprains and strains
- Knee sprains and strains
- Patellofemoral pain
- Ankle sprains
- Foot injuries
- Postural dysfunction
- Post-surgical rehabilitation
- Sports-related injuries
- Work-related injuries
- Hand injuries
- Repetitive strain injuries (RSI)
Appointments and Cancellations with Physical
Therapy
- Scheduling: Appointments are by referral from a UHS or outside
clinician and can be scheduled in person at the Physical Therapy reception
desk or by calling 642-0607. Appointments may be scheduled from 8
am to 4 pm. Please note that the Physical Therapy unit is closed from
noon to 1 pm daily and Thursdays from 11 am to 1 pm.
- Cancellations: Call 642-0607 to cancel an appointment. Appointments
should be cancelled at least 24 hours in advance or a late cancellation/no-show
fee of $20 will be charged. Multiple cancellations and/or "no shows"
will result in the cancellation of all future physical therapy appointments
at the Tang Center.
Fees
Moderate fees apply. Members of the Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP)
pay 20% of fees. Fees for physical therapy services are paid at the
Cashier's Office on the 1st Floor of Tang Center. Fees must be paid
within seven days of the date of service.
Various types of medical supplies are available for Physical Therapy
patients to purchase. These include back supports, pillows, theraband,
and recommended exercise equipment. Supply costs may be covered by your
insurance.
Student Health Insurance Plan
The Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP) offered by UC Berkeley will
cover 80 % of Physical Therapy fees, up to a maximum payment of $1,000.
The maximum is based on the insurance plan year. See the Student
Health Insurance Office for more details.
Physical Therapy Professional Staff
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| Ellen de Neef, PT received her PT degree
from the physical therapy school SUPA, located in Utrecht, The Netherlands.
She worked for several years in pediatrics and orthopedic clinics
before joining the UHS PT staff in 1995. Ellen has completed post-graduate
training in orthopedic and manual therapy and hand rehabilitation.
Her clinical interests include manual therapy, sports medicine,
ergonomics and hand rehabilitation. |
Susan Sonoda, PT received her undergraduate
degree in Biology from UC Berkeley and her PT degree from the University
of Pennsylvania. Prior to joining the UHS PT staff in 2005, she
completed a post-graduate orthopedic manual therapy program and
owned a private PT practice. Clinical interests include manual therapy
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Michael J. Granado, PT, ATC, received his Bachelor's
in Exercise Science with an emphasis in Exercise Physiology from
UC Davis, and Master's in PT from CSU, Long Beach. He is also a
Certified Athletic Trainer. Prior to joining UHS in 2006, he worked
as a manager for several PT clinics, completed an orthopedic manual
therapy program, and worked for the 2003 World Gymnastic Championship
in Anaheim. His interests are in orthopedics, manual therapy, sports
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| Mary Popylisen, MSPT, ATC received her Bachelor's
Degree in Biological Sciences from UC Davis and Master's Degree
from the University of the Pacific. She is also a Certified Athletic
Trainer. Prior to joining UHS as the Physical Therapy Manager in
2000, she worked at Children's Hospital in Oakland, and completed
a post-graduate year-long orthopedic manual therapy course. Her
special interests include manual therapy and sports medicine. |
Gordon Woon, PT received his PT degree from
the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He worked in outpatient clinics
in Boston, Los Angeles and the Bay Area before joining UHS in 2006.
A native of Singapore, he also speaks Mandarin and Cantonese. His
special interests include low back dysfunctions, postural training
and manual therapy |
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| Physical Therapy Interns: Approximately twice
per year we are preceptors for student interns completing their
final affiliations before graduating with their Master's Degree.
Our department welcomes the opportunity to be an integral part of
this training. Our professional staff directly supervises the student
interns. |
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