 International Recognition
Innovative Methods
State-of-the-Art Facilities
Scientific Reasoning and Research
Successful Result
F.I.R.S.T™, ATI Physical Therapy's trademarked work conditioning/hardening program,
is a goal-oriented treatment program designed to return injured workers back to
their workplace.
F.I.R.S.T.™ stands for Functional Integration of Rehabilitation and Strength Training,
the foundation of ATI's work conditioning/hardening treatment program.
Driven by the necessity for a far more effective option than standard rehabilitative
programs, the F.I.R.S.T.™ program model was developed with input from Orthopedic
Surgeons, Physical Therapists, Athletic Trainers, Exercise Physiologists, and Bio-Mechanists.
Over the past 10 years the F.I.R.S.T.™ program has successfully returned over 5,000
post-therapy patients back to work.
- ATI utilizes a sports performance based methodology to create
a totally unique program that moves post-therapy patients safely and effectively
as close to their previous level of functioning as possible. Typically, ATI's “Industrial
Athletes” have stated upon completion of the program that they feel better than
they have in years and that they are in the best physical shape of their lives.
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At the foundation of the F.I.R.S.T. ™ Program are scientific principles that are
applicable to every human being. The principles utilized in the F.I.R.S.T.™ Program
focus on the use of free weights, specialized machines, and functional activity
designed to simulate the work environment in which the patient is striving to return.
- The clinical staff
of ATI manipulates volume, intensity, and duration of activity on a daily basis
to maximize results. This is done in a manner that fits the patient's general injury
and specific physical qualities such as biomechanical deficiencies, postural imbalances,
and physical reaction.
- Through
encouragement, professional coaching, and expert demonstration, an injured worker
is allowed to focus on their goal of a successful outcome, becoming stronger and
healthier.
- ATI's professionals
help re-build strength and flexibility. Work simulations are created that lay the
groundwork for faster functional success.
- Each
facility creates an energetic environment through its open and well-lit gym-like
surroundings, providing the ideal rehabilitative atmosphere. This allows the F.I.R.S.T.™
Program to deliver the most effective work conditioning/hardening program available.
- To help
facilitate regular attendance and increase the likelihood of speedy and successful
outcomes, ATI provides a transportation service for patients who are unable
to drive or are without transportation.
- The
F.I.R.S.T.™ program has earned international recognition for its results. ATI's
dedicated research department has proven and published the outstanding results of
ATI's trademarked F.I.R.S.T.™ work conditioning/hardening program.
Click here to view a complete listing of ATI's published studies and invited
presentations.
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