Our outpatient center offers comprehensive outpatient physical therapy (PT), occupational therapy (OT), and lymphedema therapy. Every patient is treated by a licensed therapist who provides individualized, one-on-one care.
The clinical excellence that you will experience is driven by our skilled and dedicated team of therapists. Mercy’s caring and compassionate staff bring the highest level of service and latest techniques to each treatment session. Whether you are recovering from an injury, managing postoperative care, or seeking relief from everyday pain, our team is here to help you move better and feel stronger.
Conveniently located in the Westgate Shopping Plaza, our facility offers a warm-water therapy pool, private treatment rooms, and a well-equipped gym. Your care will include a comprehensive evaluation and an individualized treatment plan. Sessions are always scheduled one on one and may include therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, functional training, myofascial cupping, or dry needling.
You will need a referral from your doctor. Contact us to learn more or to schedule an appointment.
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Meet Our Team
Physical Therapy
- Dawn Nadeau, PT, rehabilitation manager
- Kaity Mahoney, PT, DPT
- Gaylene McCartney, PT
- Kathy Elders, PT
- Christine Grabowy, MSPT
- Donald Sargent, PT
- Rick Hill, PT, DPT
- Jim Lagrange, PT, GCS
- Steve Lilley, MSPT
- Michelle Sirois, PT, CLT-LANA
- Jennifer Marshall, PT, DPT, CLT
- Jonathan Mangan, PT, DPT
- Paul Mangiafico, PT, DPT
- Matt Morris, PT, DPT
- Brenda Wolfe-Broberg, PTA
- Marta Gonzalez De Vega, therapy aide
Occupational Therapy
- Julie Wright, OTR/L
- Kylie Copland, OTR/L, ATC
- Amy Proctor, OTR/L
Lymphedema Therapy
- Alison Troxell, OTR/L, CLT-LANA
- Kristin Richard, OTR/L, CLT-LANA
- Anne Quinlan, OTR/L, CLT
- Stacey Hughes, OTR/L, CLT
- Leslie Chambers, OTR/L, CLT
- Michelle Sirois PT, CLT-LANA
- Jennifer Marshall, PT, DPT, CLT
Learn more about our programs and services below.
Orthopedics and Musculoskeletal:
- Orthopedic Conditions (All Joints: Foot & Ankle, Knee, Hip, Shoulder)
- Physical therapy can effectively treat both acute and chronic orthopedic conditions. These can stem from overuse injuries, accidents, sprains or strains, arthritis, or more complex musculoskeletal injuries.
- Your therapist will perform a thorough evaluation to develop a personalized treatment plan focused on improving strength, mobility, and overall function. Your plan will usually include both in-clinic sessions and a customized home program to maximize your progress.
- Spine Care (Neck & Back Pain)
- Neck and back pain may significantly impact your ability to move and complete your daily activities and quality of life.
- Physical therapy uses a variety of techniques to reduce pain and stiffness while improving strength, flexibility, and posture. Your therapist will also teach proper body mechanics and movement strategies to reduce strain during everyday activities. Your therapist will develop an individualized home exercise program for you to maximize your progress and maintain long-term spinal health.
- Post Operative and Total Joint Rehabilitation
- Physical therapy is an essential component of recovery following orthopedic surgeries, including:
- total joint replacements (THR, TKA, TSA)
- spinal surgeries (fusion, discectomy, laminectomy)
- shoulder surgeries (rotator cuff repairs, labral repair)
- ACL or meniscus repairs
- and more
- Your therapist will guide you through a structured rehabilitation program, which will include in-clinic sessions and a home exercise program to restore range of motion, strength, and mobility – helping you safely return to normal activities.
- TMJ dysfunction
- Temporomandibular disorder (TMD) can cause jaw pain and difficulty eating, chewing, speaking, or opening and closing the mouth. Physical therapy may help by improving jaw mobility, addressing contributing muscle imbalances, and correcting postural dysfunction.
- Treatment often includes targeted exercises and hands-on manual therapy techniques to reduce pain and restore normal jaw function.
- Sports Injury Rehabilitation
- Physical therapy following a sports injury can help accelerate recovery, correct contributing muscle imbalances, and restore strength and mobility so you can safely return to your sport.
- Your physical therapist will assess your biomechanics and movement patterns to identify underlying factors that may have contributed to the injury. A targeted, sport-specific exercise program will then be developed to optimize performance, reduce re-injury risk, and support a safe return to activity.
- Aquatic Therapy
- Aquatic therapy in our warm water pool can be an important part of your physical therapy care plan. The buoyancy of water reduces stress on joints while providing gentle resistance to improve strength, mobility, balance, and endurance.
- This treatment option is especially beneficial for individuals with painful joints or various diagnoses that may cause limited tolerance to traditional land-based therapy.
- Our facility features a small therapy pool heated to 92 degrees. It is accessible by ladder or hydraulic lift chair, and you may be accompanied by your therapist in the water to ensure a safe and comfortable session.
- Ergonomics
- Ergonomics play a key role in preventing injury, reducing pain, and improving function in everyday and workplace activities. Your therapist may provide advice or directly assess your worksite for posture, workstation setup, movement patterns, and repetitive task demands.
Gait, Balance, and Neurological:
- Balance Disorders and Unsteadiness
- Unsteadiness and balance difficulties are common with aging or following illness or injury. A physical therapist will assess your individual impairments and develop a personalized program focused on balance retraining, strengthening, and gait training. The goal is to improve stability, reduce fall risk, and help you feel more confident and secure with daily mobility.
- Parkinsons’s Rehabilitation
- Physical therapy plays a vital role in managing Parkinson’s Disease. Targeted exercises help improve mobility, gait (walking), strength, balance, and overall function.
- Through therapist-guided exercise programs, patients can improve motor skills, enhance movement quality, reduce stiffness, and increase independence.
- Stroke Rehab
- Physical therapy is an essential component of recovery following a stroke. Early and targeted intervention helps maximize neuroplasticity- the brain’s ability to reorganize and form new connections.
- Treatment focuses on restoring mobility, strength, coordination, balance, and functional independence. Through individualized exercise programs and task- specific training, physical therapy supports improved safety, confidence, and overall quality of life.
Cancer Rehab and Lymphedema:
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Cancer rehab is a specialized program that may incorporate physical therapy (PT), occupational therapy (OT), and lymphedema therapy to help manage the side effects of cancer and its treatment. The program is designed to restore strength and mobility, improve function, and enhance quality of life before, during, or after treatment.
- Our team addresses physical limitations associated with a wide range of cancer diagnoses, including breast cancer, head and neck cancers, colorectal cancer, and pelvic cancers.
- Common concerns that may benefit from cancer rehabilitation include:
- Fatigue and generalized weakness
- Pain
- Balance and gait impairments
- Chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy
- Loss of mobility or range of motion
- Pelvic floor dysfunction
- Scar tissue restrictions
- Radiation fibrosis and tightness
- Axillary cording
- Lymphedema and swelling
- Chemotherapy-induced cognitive impairment
- Lymphedema
- Lymphedema is a chronic condition marked by persistent swelling that does not resolve. It occurs when the lymphatic system- the network responsible for circulating fluid throughout the body- is disrupted or damaged. It can occur following cancer treatment but may also result from congenital conditions, obesity, infection, or injury.
- A Certified Lymphedema Therapist (CLT) provides treatment through a specialized approach known as Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT). This comprehensive program may include:
- Manual lymphatic drainage
- Compression bandaging
- Fitting and use of compression garments
- Therapeutic exercise
- Early and consistent treatment is essential to reduce swelling, slow progression, and lower the risk of infection.
Cardiopulmonary:
- Pulmonary Rehabilitation
- Pulmonary rehab is designed for individuals with chronic lung diseases such as COPD or interstitial lung disease. Our therapists will develop individualized treatment plans that include aerobic conditioning, strength training, breathing techniques, and energy conservation strategies.
- This program helps strengthen both respiratory and skeletal muscles, improve oxygen utilization, increase endurance, and enhance overall quality of life.
Vestibular and Dizziness:
- Vertigo & Vestibular Dysfunction (dizziness)
- Vestibular rehabilitation can be highly effective in reducing dizziness, nausea, motion sensitivity, and imbalance.
- Specialized vestibular therapists evaluate and treat dizziness related to vertigo, vestibular dysfunction, benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV), acute concussion, and post-concussive syndrome. Treatment may include specific repositioning techniques, such as the Epley Maneuver, along with customized exercises that help to retrain the brain to manage balance.
- Concussion rehab may also incorporate vestibular therapy, in addition to addressing headaches, neck pain, balance deficits, and cognitive changes.
Pelvic Health:
- Pelvic Floor Therapy
- Physical therapists with specialized training in pelvic floor rehabilitation treat conditions related to incontinence, postpartum recovery, or complications from pelvic or gynecological cancers.
- Using targeted exercises and therapeutic techniques, therapists work to strengthen, relax, and improve coordination of the pelvic floor muscles. Pelvic floor therapy can significantly reduce symptoms, improve function, and enhance overall quality of life.
Occupational Therapy Services:
- Post-operative Hand and Wrist Rehabilitation
- Occupational therapy is essential following hand or wrist surgery to restore mobility, strength, and function. Treatment also focuses on scar management, swelling, reduction, and protection of healing structures.
- Elbow Pain and Tendinitis
- Through manual therapy, therapeutic modalities, and a customized exercise program, occupational therapy can help relieve and resolve acute or chronic elbow pain, including tendinitis.
- Splinting (custom and off-the-shelf)
- Wrist and hand splints may be used to protect, immobilize, or properly position joints to promote healing. Our therapists provide both custom-fabricated and prefabricated splints based on your specific diagnosis and need.
- Wrist and Hand Pain
- Occupational therapy addresses acute and chronic wrist and hand conditions through hands-on treatment, therapeutic exercises, and modalities designed to decrease pain, improve mobility, and restore functional use.
- Post-Fracture Rehabilitation
- Following a fracture of the arm, wrist, or hand, occupational therapy plays a critical role in restoring range of motion, strength, coordination, and functional independence.
- Neurological Rehabilitation
- OT plays a vital role in helping individuals with neurological conditions regain independence and improve quality of life. For conditions such as motor or sensory nerve injuries, post-stroke, ALD, MS, etc… occupational therapy can help to maximize functional ability. Interventions may include improving strength, coordination, and motor control; addressing sensory impairments; training in adaptive techniques; recommending assistive devices; and modifying home or work environments to improve safety and independence.
- Cognitive Rehabilitation
- Cognitive changes can occur after medical events such as a stroke or following chemotherapy treatment. Symptoms may include brain fog, short-term memory difficulties, reduced attention, and slowed processing.
- Occupational therapy can help manage these challenges through memory strategies, cognitive exercises, structured scheduling techniques, stress management, and functional task training to support daily performance and independence.