Aleisha Gornick
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Credentials
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Online LSVT-BIG Training and Certification Workshop
LSVT Global, IncorporatedOct, 2016- Oct, 2024
Experience
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COPPER RIDGE HEALTH & REHAB CENTER
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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1 - 100 Employee
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Physical Therapist
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Oct 2018 - Present
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Physical Therapist, Owner
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Feb 2018 - Present
- Providing exercises and balance awareness activities to horseback riders to improve horseback riding confidence, stability, and performance- Guest Lecturer at University of Montana Physical Therapy School graduate level course on movement analysis in complex sporting activity using Hudl Technique- Guest Lecturer at Butte Backcountry Horseman Club meeting on preventing and addressing common sources of pain with horseback riding- Organizing informational clinics focused on… - Providing exercises and balance awareness activities to horseback riders to improve horseback riding confidence, stability, and performance- Guest Lecturer at University of Montana Physical Therapy School graduate level course on movement analysis in complex sporting activity using Hudl Technique- Guest Lecturer at Butte Backcountry Horseman Club meeting on preventing and addressing common sources of pain with horseback riding- Organizing informational clinics focused on principles of riding balance, slow motion video analysis, and strength and mobility screen of horseback riders. Show more Show less
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IMPACT CARE THERAPY, PLLC
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United States
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Medical Practices
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1 - 100 Employee
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Acute Care Physical Therapist
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Mar 2018 - Oct 2018
PRN Physical Therapist♦ Acute care evaluation and rehabilitation of post-surgical patients including plan of care development, treatment, assistive device training, therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, and discharge planning♦ Home health physical therapy using targeted therapeutic exercise and gait training to improve functional mobility following total knee surgery
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TIRR Memorial Hermann
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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400 - 500 Employee
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Physical Therapist, DPT
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Aug 2017 - Oct 2018
Evaluation and rehabilitation of outpatient neurological population diagnoses such as spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury, CVA, Parkinson’s disease, MS, and other diagnoses Proficient with transfer training ranging from minimal to total assistance required with individuals with various levels of mobility challenges Proficient at using FES SAGE stimulator, FES Bike, Locomotor Training using bodyweight supported treadmill, Bioness, standing frames, and NeuroCom Balance Master to… Evaluation and rehabilitation of outpatient neurological population diagnoses such as spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury, CVA, Parkinson’s disease, MS, and other diagnoses Proficient with transfer training ranging from minimal to total assistance required with individuals with various levels of mobility challenges Proficient at using FES SAGE stimulator, FES Bike, Locomotor Training using bodyweight supported treadmill, Bioness, standing frames, and NeuroCom Balance Master to provide neuromuscular reeducation; using interventions to improve gait, transitional movements, strength, and other functional tasks to maximize patient independence Proficient at educating and managing individuals with multiple medical complications commonly involved with neurological conditions including autonomic dysreflexia, orthostatic hypotension, and blood pressure abnormalities following TBI • “Stepping up the TIRR” Locomotor Training team member• LSVT-BIG Therapy- Using intensive, evidence-based therapy to improve functional mobility, balance, and movement amplitude in patients with Parkinson’s disease Show more Show less
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Frazier Rehab Institute
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United States
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Spectator Sports
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1 - 100 Employee
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Student Physical Therapist
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Jan 2017 - May 2017
Implementing the most evidence-based neurological recovery interventions to patients with spinal cord injuries. This clinic is the lead center for Locomotor Training; a specific intervention designed and proven to promote neuroplasticity and neurorecovery in individuals with spinal cord injuries by using a body weight support system and treadmill. This clinic also places a strong focus on NMES and FES to facilitate motor and sensory function return after spinal cord injury.
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Residential Aide and Research Data Collection
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Jul 2016 - Jul 2016
Empower SCI is a 2 week summer camp for individuals with spinal cord injuries. The camp focuses on helping individuals lead happier, more meaningful and more independent lives through peer mentoring, rehabilitation counseling, PT, OT, vocational rehabilitation, and experience sharing between camp participants. - Assisted with daily self-care activities such as dressing, bathing, bowel program, bladder care, eating, and adaptive recreation activities. - Developed problem solving skills… Empower SCI is a 2 week summer camp for individuals with spinal cord injuries. The camp focuses on helping individuals lead happier, more meaningful and more independent lives through peer mentoring, rehabilitation counseling, PT, OT, vocational rehabilitation, and experience sharing between camp participants. - Assisted with daily self-care activities such as dressing, bathing, bowel program, bladder care, eating, and adaptive recreation activities. - Developed problem solving skills in designing customized adaptations and transfer techniques for participants to partake in recreational activities such as kayaking, hand cycling, and surfing. - Collecting research data from participants before, during, and after the camp- Researching the most applicable outcome measures to capture the true benefits of Empower SCI Show more Show less
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Fairbanks Memorial Hospital
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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100 - 200 Employee
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Student Physical Therapist
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May 2016 - Jul 2016
8-week full-time internship in an acute care hospital setting:- Assessed patients functional ability at hospital admit or post-surgery and established appropriate goals, interventions, and assistive devices required to facilitate a safe discharge to home - Developed cultural competency and communication skills by working with the Native Alaskan Athabascan population
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Orthopedic Rehab Inc.
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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Student Physical Therapist
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May 2015 - Jul 2015
8-week full-time internship at a rural outpatient orthopedic clinic: - Expanded upon clinical experience with evaluation and rehabilitation of patients with various orthopedic injuries, orthopedic surgery rehabilitation, and musculoskeletal pain.- Tailored exercise interventions to fit patient need- Provided manual therapy using soft tissue mobilization techniques to promote circulation, break up scar tissue, relax overused muscles, improve range of motion, and decrease pain.
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Education
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University of Montana
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Montana State University-Bozeman