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Brooke Grace, Dietician
Micheal Fahmy, P.T.
Ann Shevin, Front Office Coordinator
Lauren Nathan, Fitness Trainer
Emily Sizemore, Massage Therapist
Amy Youssif, P.T. Aide

Rehab has been revolutionized. Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy (OMPT) is a new, hands-on approach to the age-old tradition of physical therapy.
@e r, founder of OMPT Specialists, Inc, is proud to announce the opening of a new, state-of-the-art facility in Southfield - the first
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clinic in Michigan that specializes and focuses on the new approach.

Micheal Fahmy,
P.T. OMPT

What makes OMPT Specialists better than the average physical therapy clinic?
A lot has to do with the OMPT approach itself. While traditional physical therapy focuses on the treatment of symptoms, which often works fine, many
problems do not respond because the real cause is located elsewhere. This situation is known as "referred pain" and can often lead to inaccurate physical
therapy evaluation and result in ineffective treatment. Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy focuses instead on using hands-on techniques to treat the
problem by improving the patient's quality range of motion and maximizing their functional status — which also results in the alleviation of symptoms.

But that's only part of the story. The other aspect that makes OMPT Specialists stand out from the crowd is the relationship between the therapist and the patient. While thera-
pists in other rehab facilities often deal with numerous patients at the same time, OMPT offers every patient a one-on-one partnership with their therapist in a positive and caring
environment. "I'm passionate about the quality of the care we provide," says Fahmy, "which is really another way of saying that I want my treatments to work. The only way I can
achieve that is by giving my patient my undivided attention, using my special training to accurately evaluate the cause of the problem. Our comprehensive and thorough evaluation
enable us to effectively communicate with the physician so we are aware of all the aspects of the problem before we recommend and carry out a plan of care. Here at OMPT we
specialize in the patient."

Fahmy's patients can attest to his expertise and professionalism as well as his personality. Dr. Larry Krugel, a Southfield dermatologist, first met Fahmy last year after having knee
replacement surgery. "Micheal gave me the attention I needed," says Dr. Krugel. "I've had several back and knee problems and he's been there with me the whole time. I think
he's the best physical therapist I've ever met. Besides being very competent, he's helpful as well as personable. I wouldn't go to anyone else. I even recommend my own patients
to him," says the doctor.

Reinart Gelzayd of Bloomfield Hills agrees. "My doctor wanted me to go to a regular physical therapy clinic but friends had told me about Micheal and I insisted on seeing him.
The difference is unbelievable. He pays attention to me and has helped me so much. He really cares about people, and I have told my orthopedic surgeon all about him."

In addition to being committed to quality patient care, OMPT Specialists features the latest high-tech equipment from Cybex including treadmills, steppers and bikes as well as a
wide range of upper and lower body exercise machines. "Our rehab program also allows our patients to continue using the gym after ending physical therapy so they can keep in
top form," says Fahmy.

But Fahmy is most proud of his Triton traction table for his neck and back patients. This advanced unit allows the therapist to relieve painful pressure gradually and provides a
computer read-out and printed report to be shared with the patient's doctor as well as insurance companies.

"His facility is second to none," says Kate Lawson of Bloomfield Township, who began seeing Fahmy after ankle replacement surgery last year. "I'm not just doing simple exer-
cises and balancing on boards, rather he has worked with me through a variety of massages and strengthening techniques to loosen my Achilles and help me walk without pain. My
surgeon did a wonderful job but if it weren't for Micheal I wouldn't be walking nearly as well as I am. He took the time to consult with my surgeon before proceeding with therapy
and that was so important."

"Plus," says Lawson "I am treated so wonderfully by the entire staff so it is truly a pleasant experience. I think that's key to a successful recovery."

OMPT Specialists, Inc

• provides comprehensive physical therapy treatment programs for a wide range of conditions
including joint pain, joint replacement, neck and back disorders, pre- and post-operative care

• accepts a wide range of insurance coverage (including Medicare, PPOM, BCBS, AETNA, United
Health Plan, MCARE, Auto Accidents insurances, Workers Comp. insurance and others), and will
work with your insurance company to verify coverage.

• employs only certified Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists who are fully certified physical
therapists who have completed the 2-year OMPT post-graduate course at Oakland University which
includes over 2,000 hours of theoretical and supervised clinical training

• offers fitness and weight-loss programs staffed by an on-site registered dietitian and certified
fitness trainer, as well as relaxing, healing massage by a certified massage therapist.

$5 OFF A ONE HOUR MASSAGE $50 OFF WEIGHT LOSS PROGRAM

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29255 Northwestern Hwy, Ste 300, in Southfield. Call (248) 353-1234 for more information or to book an appointment.