...offering positive results for children with disabilities
Euro-Team Therapy is an intensive physical therapy approach to treating children with disabilities. Sessions include two, three, and four weeks of therapy aimed at specific motor strengthening with the use of a soft dynamic proprioceptive orthosis known as the TheraSuit. Additional tools utilized include the Universal Exercise Unit, pulleys, bungee cords, and strength training equipment. Team Rehab began offering Euro-Team therapy in the spring of 2003 in its state-of-the-art wellness and rehabilitation center. The therapy sessions make use of Team Rehab's therapeutic pool, gym, treadmills, and a variety of handicap-accessible Cybex equipment.
The TheraSuit was created by Izabela and Richard Koscielny in 2002 as a holistic approach to treatment for children afflicted with any number of neurological disorders. This suit helps align the body as close to normal as possible and helps reestablish correct postural alignment that plays a crucial role in normalizing muscle tone, sensory and vestibular function. The TheraSuit is registered with the FDA and meets all requirements and regulations. It has been safely and effectively used by therapists as well as parents for the past 6 years. For more information please visit the TheraSuit LLC website listed below under helpful links.
IS YOUR CHILD ELIGIBLE FOR THE PROGRAM?
Children must get medical clearance in the form of a written physician's order to attend and participate in an intensive program. X-rays of your child's hips are required within 6 months prior to starting the program to assess hip stability. Because of the high level of therapy that is completed, please review the following precautions:
Contraindications
- Hip subluxations greater than 30%
- Severe scoliosis
Precautions
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TESTIMONIALS FROM PAST EURO-TEAM PATIENTS AND THEIR PARENTS...
"What we liked best about Team Rehab’s EuroTeam
Program was the dedication to improving the quality of life for my
child."
-Anonymous
"I brought my son to Team Rehab after suffering a
TBI. The team was perfect for him - they pushed him, but cared about him
too. They were very organized, no downtime trying to figure out what to
do next. They were always ready to try something new in order to keep
pushing him forward. They are a very warm and welcoming team!"
-Jennifer Delashmit
"With each EuroTeam treatment our daughter
receives, she breaks through to a new level of strength, mobility and
especially confidence. She loves coming up to Decorah and 'working
hard'."
-The Recker’s
OUR THERAPISTS
Euro-Team was founded and is managed by physical therapists, all of whom are trained in the TheraSuit Method of treatment. We have a wide variety of specializations in treatment techniques including, neuro-developmental therapy, vestibular therapy, strengthening and conditioning, gait training, balance training, and the Universal Exercise Unit (to name a few). We strive to keep up with new and changing treatment strategies by attending continuing education courses. Together we have more than 47 years of experience treating pediatric patients.
Lisa Krieg, MPT Pediatric therapist certified in the use of the TheraSuit from Michigan. Traveled to Poland prior to starting the Euro-Team program at Team Rehab to see the latest techniques and strategies associated with suit therapy.
Sandy Larson, PT Pediatric therapist specialized in Neuro-Developmental techniques as well as core strengthening. Has also worked in the school environment and is trained in suit therapy.
Lindsey Shay, MSPT Pediatric therapist certified in the Universal Exercise Unit and Pulley Exercises from Michigan. Has also been trained in suit therapy. In addition to pediatrics, continues to work in the orthopedic and aquatic therapy fields.
Carol Bentley-Iverson, MT Trained in several massage techniques including cranial-sacral.
Included in the Euro-Team program is...
OUR TRAINERS
Lori Elwood
Kristen Olson
Diane Tappe
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Program Specifics
Each program is designed to fit the needs of the child, so program details may vary.
The programs may include:
- Massage and stretching of tight muscles.
- Strength training and conditioning within a Universal Exercise Unit (UEU). This utilizes weights and pulleys as well as 8 horizontal and 4 vertical bungee cords to enhance vestibular rehabilitation and neurological rehabilitation.
- Balance and gait training, functional and neurological movement, and transitional exercise within a Therasuit™ .
- Assisted devices such as Rifton Walkers, crutches, and a partial weight bearing apparatus known as the Lite Gait Walker are utilized during gait training.
- Overhead bungees on a sliding track allows jumping, squatting, balance and gait training.
- Strength training with appropriate Cybex equipment and treadmills
- Aqua therapy within our therapeutic pool when appropriate.
Cost
Traditional 3-Week Program (4.5 hours/day)$6397.00
New 4-Week Program (4.5 hours/day)
$8532.00
2-week Program (4.5 hours/day)
$4,262.00
1-week Program (4.5 hours/day)
$2,127.00
For more information, call 563-382-4770.
Training is available for learning
how to use the Therasuit™. The training is offered at no
extra cost if the child is participating in a 3 or 4 week
program. Please contact Team Rehab for specific
costs and details.
*families are responsible for the purchase of their own Therasuit™.*
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