Erich William Helfer, MPT`
Experience in Pain Management
- Over 10 years of experience
- Masters in Physical Therapy
- Obtained Medicare Outpatient Physical Therapy certification for PainCARE
- Works Closely with referring physician and/or chiropractor to integrate Physical Therapy into pain treatment model.
Educational Background
- University of Evansville, Evansville, IN
- Masters in Physical Therapy 1999
- Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy, Cum Laude 1999
Licensure
- Kansas State Medical License
Additional Training
- Myofascial Release
- Sacroilliac Mobilization
- Total Motion Release
- Maitland Spinal Mobilization
- McKenzie Method
Physical Therapy Services Offered
Patients undergoing Outpatient Physical Therapy at PainCARE will experience complete one-on-one personal treatment with our Physical Therapist, Erich Helfer at every visit. At PainCARE we are dedicated to the conservative treatment of pain utilizing the most up to date methods and technologies.
Patients can expect extensive patient education regarding the condition being treated; giving them knowledge and power over it. Treatment is introduced during the initial visit and progressed safely with each subsequent visit for return to function. Education on body mechanics, posture and ergonomics is integrated into all therapy. Erich will also develop a comprehensive home exercise program for all patients.
| PainCARE Physical Therapy procedures used |
- Myofascial Release
- Spinal Mobilizations
- Peripheral Joint Mobilizations
- Spinal Stabilization Exercises
- Muscle Re-Education
- Core stabilization Training
- PNF techniques
- Soft Tissue Mobilization
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- Therapeutic Massage
- Sole Supports Orthotics Fittings
- Trigger Point Release Techniques
- Functional Movement Pattern Training
- Ergonomics Training
- Body Mechanics Training
- Treadmill & Elliptical
- Therapeutic Ball Exercise
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| Modalities Represented |
- Spinal decompression/traction (Saunders 3D Active Trac table)
- Low level laser therapy (LLLT) Microlight 830
- Sole Supports Custom Fit Orthotics (www.solesupports.com)
- HAKO Med ProelecDT Horizontal Electrical Stimulation
- Therapeutic Ultrasound
- Thermal modalities
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