Therapeutical Treatments and Services

Communication systems, strategies and tools that replace or supplement natural speech are known as augmentative and alternative communication (AAC).

A dynamometer is a medical instrument that is used to test grip strength. It primarily serves as a diagnostic and assessment tool.

Music Therapy is the clinical and evidence-based use of music interventions to accomplish individualized goals within a therapeutic relationship by a credentialed professional who has completed an approved music therapy program.

A neonatal auditory screening is a test given to a newborn baby in order to test his or her hearing.

Occupational therapy is a form of therapy that helps people rehabilitate through exercises and other means in order to perform their ordinary, daily tasks or work-related functions.

Physical therapy is a form of therapy that helps people rehabilitate through exercises, stretching and orthopedics in order to regain the mobility and function of their bodies.

A pinch meter is a medical instrument that is used to test digital strength in the form of three different types of pinches.

Because athletes with previous ACL injuries face a 25% chance of suffering a second ACL injury, ACL surgery patients should be cleared by a physician before they begin playing sports again. A prescription is required to receive this test, insurance benefits may be available

Speech therapy is an intervention that targets improving a child’s ability to understand and express language.

TRAAC (Tracking Rehabilitative Advancement through Accountable Care) is the service delivery model of care for rehabilitation at Nicklaus Children’s Hospital.

A VFSS is a test to look at how your child swallows foods and liquids. We make an X-ray “movie” of your child’s mouth and throat while her or she is drinking and eating.