Notice: Offering Hope & Wellness is permanently closing its gym on December 15th.

Please contact us at 715-609-1310 with any questions.

711 W 9th Street N, Ladysmith, WI 54848 - SOUTH ENTRANCE

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Services

Occupational Therapy (OT) and Physical Therapy (PT) services are provided for children and adults, of any age and any ability, in this outpatient setting. If you are unsure if occupational therapy is right for your condition, you may schedule a free consultation with the therapist.

Once the decision has been made to initiate therapy, the process may begin with a prescription and/or notes from the doctor. Should insurance coverage for service be desired, a call will be placed to determine the amount of coverage and if a prior authorization is required. Next, the client will complete a comprehensive intake packet.

Once the therapist has all of the above information (a prescription, notes, insurance information, and the completed intake), the client will be contacted to set up the 60-120 minute evaluation. After the evaluation, a report will be generated, and the therapist will submit information to the doctor and/or insurance. After approval from the insurance and doctor, the therapy treatments can be scheduled. Frequency and duration for the 60-90 minute treatment visits will be determined based on diagnosis and ability.

Therapy for Adults

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Concerning adults, this is a sampling of problems treated, but are not limited to:

  • Pain in any area of the body
  • Weakness
  • Abnormal posture
  • Rehabilitation after surgical repair or replacement
  • Recovery after a traumatic brain injury or stroke
  • Rehabilitation for orthopedic, muscular or neurological disorder

A sampling of diagnosis or challenges that are addressed are:

  • Inattention
  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Pain
  • Abnormal posture
  • Weakness
  • PTSD

A sampling of the issues that can be addressed for men, women, and children with pelvic floor therapy:

  • Bladder control
  • Bowel control
  • Organ prolapse issues
  • Muscle deficiency
  • Pain issues
  • Sexual dysfunction
  • Postpartum care
  • Status/post prostate surgeries and procedures

Frequency and duration for the 60-90 minute treatment visits will be determined with the client based on a number of factors. The evaluation and treatments will be conducted while the client is fully clothed.

A personalized home exercise program will be instructed and it is a necessary and valued component to the success of treatment.

A sampling of problems treated include, but are not limited to:

  • Pain in any area of the body
  • Weakness
  • Abnormal posture
  • Rehabilitation after surgical repair or replacement
  • Recovery after a traumatic brain injury or stroke
  • Rehabilitation for orthopedic, muscular or neurological disorders
  • Workplace Ergonomic Assessments

Lymphedema, Lipedema, and Orthopedic Edema are conditions with the same symptoms but different origins.

Signs and symptoms of include:

  • Prickly, burning or itchy sensation in the area
  • Heavy or achy feeling: often described as tight and full (rings, watches and bracelets can be tight)
  • Clothes not fitting well
  • Persistent swelling
  • Decreased flexibility in affected joints

Treatment includes:

  • Manual lymph drainage (MLD) – a light pressure massage that helps to reduce fluid by rerouting lymph and/or opening and/or widening new pathways.
  • Bandaging – used to promote lymphatic pumping during the slightest muscle contraction.
  • Exercise/Education – the client is given a program to complete at home

Exercise classes for men and women are led by Gold Certified WholyFit Instructor and Occupational Therapist Heidi Jo Sovacool, Owner of Offering Hope Therapies.

Class goals will be stretching, strengthening, balance, and fall prevention.

Equipment needed: an exercise mat.

Recommended attire: modest, comfortable clothes.

The exercises will be done on your mat with bare feet. The class length is 45 or 60 minutes. Class sizes are limited. Please call/message to request a registration form at 715-609-1310. If you’ve never taken a class here before, your first class will be free. The cost for each class is posted on the Offering Hope Therapies Facebook page. For more information about WholyFit, please go to www.wholyfit.org.

Therapy for Children

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Concerning children, this is a sampling of problems treated, but are not limited to:

  • Injury rehabilitation
  • Developmental delay
  • Poor attention
  • Problems with fine motor or gross motors skills
  • Difficulty feeding self
  • Challenges with eye-hand coordination and handwriting
  • Poor gross or fine motor skills
  • Emotional/behavioral problems
  • Sensory defensiveness
  • Academic challenges
  • Poor strength
  • Abnormal posture
  • Bed-wetting
  • PTSD
A sampling of diagnosis or challenges that are addressed are:
  • Inattention
  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Pain
  • Abnormal posture
  • Weakness
  • PTSD
  • Behavior problems such as tantrums and meltdowns

Community Services

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  • Workplace Ergonomic Assessments
  • Stretching Exercise Programs for Injury Prevention
  • Fall prevention

Exercise classes for men and women are led by Gold Certified WholyFit Instructor and Occupational Therapist Heidi Jo Sovacool, Owner of Offering Hope Therapies.

Class goals will be stretching, strengthening, balance, and fall prevention.

Equipment needed: an exercise mat.

Recommended attire: modest, comfortable clothes.

The exercises will be done on your mat with bare feet. The class length is 45 or 60 minutes. Class sizes are limited. Please call/message to request a registration form at 715-609-1310. If you’ve never taken a class here before, your first class will be free. The cost for each class is posted on the Offering Hope Therapies Facebook page. For more information about WholyFit, please go to www.wholyfit.org.

Rehabilitation. Occupational Therapy. Function.