Performance Physical Therapy

We Help You Quickly Regain The Active Lifestyle You Love

Occupational Health

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We are regular instructors for safety and health professionals in these industries and are motivating trainers for employees to provide them with education on how to keep themselves safe and injury free while working. We have personally instructed thousands of workers in methods they can immediately use to reduce their risk of injury.

The key to success in ergonomics is a keen understanding of how the human body works in a variety of postures and activities encountered in any person’s work day. Along with this is the recognition of what goes wrong inside your body when you do not use proper body mechanics or perform stressful maneuvers. Possessing this knowledge enables the individual to go beyond the concept of just “getting through” their job. They, themselves, become the experts in how to take care of their bodies while working.

Performance Physical Therapy Occupational Health Services

Are you looking for a drug-free, affordable solution to your pain and movement problems?

In addition to taking care of you and your family’s injuries, aches and pains, Performance Physical Therapy also offers an array of occupational health services in Delaware that are directed to helping you recover from a work related injury and transition back to a normal home and work life.

Our Physical Therapists have been practicing industrial physical therapy for over thirty years. We have extensive experience in jobsite analysis and recommendation for ergonomic modification, work behavior evaluation, and onsite injury management. Our client companies encompass regional, national and international corporations and business in the chemical, pharmaceutical, food and computer industries. Occupational health is our passion.

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PPT's Occupational Health Services are delivered within a total Ergonomic Evaluation and Recommendation system. The system components are:

  • On site ergonomic assessment of a worker performing their actual job.
  • Immediate feedback to the worker and supervisor on simple, cost effective that can be easily employed to improve comfort and reduce injury risk.
  • Formal documentation of the findings and recommendations.
  • Training of employee and supervisor on ergonomic principles and how to identify any future risks and problem solve them.
  • Availability for long term maintenance of the ergonomic training program and orientation of newer employees.

Contact our therapists directly at info@pptandfitness.com or 302-234-2288 to discuss your specific needs today!

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If you are experiencing pain or discomfort during or after your work activities, reach out to us now to get you on the path to feeling better.  And if you are an employer who has concerns that your employees are struggling with comfort during their work time, we have the solutions you have been searching for to get them feeling better and keep your company healthy!
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Joanna

PT, DPT

Joanna earned her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Temple University in 2009, following a Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training and Exercise Physiology from the University of Delaware. She brings a compassionate, well-rounded approach to care. As an endurance athlete, Joanna has completed marathons, Ironman triathlons, and adventure races, giving her firsthand insight into injury prevention, recovery, and performance.

Outside of work, Joanna enjoys outdoor adventures with her husband and two children, and cheering on all the Philadelphia sports teams.

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Cody

PT, DPT

Cody was born and raised in Newark, Delaware and proudly served five years in the Marine Corps. After completing his service, Cody attended the University of North Carolina Wilmington, where he earned his bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science. Cody then pursued his passion for healthcare by attending the University of Delaware for his Doctorate of Physical Therapy. Outside of work Cody enjoys golfing, fishing, and staying active through regular workouts. Cody looks forward to working closely with patients to help them reach their goals.