Physical Therapy

High quality Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation services in Ellsworth

Located in the Coastal Health Center office of Stephen Nightingale, MD. Tim Wakeland, DPT, ATC, is pleased to bring high quality, expert, one on one care to the greater Ellsworth region.

Our Services

Our services include:

• Post-Surgical Rehabilitation

• Orthopedic Physical Therapy

• Sports Medicine Physical Therapy

• Back & Neck Pain

• Joint Sprains

• Muscle Strains

• Spine Stabilization

• Fibromyalgia (Support Group meetings in Bangor)

• Geriatrics

• Vestibular Disorders

• Neurological Impairments

• Worksite Evaluations

• Work site injuries

What to Expect

Physical therapy is just that - physical. Recovery from an injury or painful and debilitating condition requires hard work and commitment to your therapy program.
The goals of your physical therapist are to relieve your symptoms and pain as well as returning you to your maximum ability and independence as quickly and safely as possible. Depending on your injury, your physical therapy program will consist of different types of exercises and treatments. These may include, but are not limited to:

• Treadmill or Bike exercises
• Weight exercises
• Ultrasound
• Electrical stimulation
• Hot and cold packs
• Whirlpool
• Edema (swelling) control
• Desensitization
• Range of Motion exercises
• Manual therapy

Passive treatments such as ice, heat, ultrasound, and electrical stimulation help to alleviate pain and inflammation. Active treatments such as stretching, muscle re-education, conditioning, and strengthening aid in restoring function. Physical therapy visits are prescribed by your doctor and authorized by your insurance or managed care plan. Depending on your diagnosis, the duration of treatment may vary from several days to four to six weeks. Every patient and the nature of his or her injury or condition is unique, therefore physical therapy treatment plans vary for each patient. Your therapist will tailor your rehabilitation according to your specific needs and abilities, as well as directives given by your physician. Your rate of recovery will depend upon your motivation level, compliance to therapy, your age, your physical condition and the type and severity of your injury.

It is typical to feel better after a few visits to therapy and to think you do not need to complete your treatment plan, or that you can do it on your own at home. However, each and every visit is important to your recovery; strengthening and conditioning under the guidance of your therapist in the latter half of your treatment plan is just as critical as mobilization and stretching in the beginning.

Recovery takes time, rest, and patience. You and your therapist are partners in your rehabilitation. Here are a couple of tips to help you maximize the benefits of physical therapy:

• Follow your therapist's directions, but be careful not to "overdo it." Exceeding the amount of stretching or strengthening as recommended by your therapist may actually re-injure the joint or muscle.
• Let your therapist know if you are sore or in pain, either during or between visits. Good communication will enhance your rehabilitation and recovery process.

Our therapists make sure you are comfortable with each exercise and technique as well as the equipment. This allows you to transfer exercise skills and techniques to your home and/or gym program. Your therapist, in conjunction with your doctor, will determine how often you should come.

About Our Office

Our clinicians are credentialed with most major insurance companies including Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Sierra Tricare, all Workers’ Compensation carriers and other national insurance providers.

Coastal Health Center's policy is for all new patients to be seen within 24 hours of referral. Call 667-2422 to schedule an appointment for physical therapy or stop by and see our facility at 37 Commerce Street in Ellsworth. We welcome your questions and inquiries.

Hours of Operation — Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30 pm

Our Staff

Tim Wakeland, DPT, ATC

Tim Wakeland, owner of Wakeland Physical Therapy, is a 1988 graduate of Iowa State University with a BS in Education majoring in Athletic Training and received his Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree in May of 2008 from Des Moines University. Dr. Wakeland has an extensive background in orthopedics with an emphasis in Orthopedic and Sports Medicine rehabilitation. He has worked closely with many local Orthopedic surgeons, Podiatrists and General Practitioners. Tim is an Adjunct Lecturer for Husson University in the Physical Therapy and Nurse Practitioner Programs. wakelandpt.com