Thursday, April 16, 2015

Grace Walker, Kinesiotaping Expert as a Physical and Occupational Therapist




Dr. Grace Walker, physical and occupational therapist, specializes in several revolutionary pain relief treatments, such as: 

KINESIOTAPING



Kinesiotaping is a technique which uses the body’s own healing process.  It works by activating the neurological and circulatory systems. KT Tape allows for free ROM, which is necessary for the muscular system to heal.


Four Major Functions of Kinesiotape:
1.   Activates endogenous analgesic systems

2.   Corrects joint problems

3.   Supports Muscles

4.   Removes Congestion to the flow of body fluids

Success Story: “I arrived at Walker Physical Therapy & Pain Center with joint stiffness due to a bunionectomy with an infection that followed surgery. After mobility exercises and manual therapy, my range of motion greatly improved. Swelling was reduced with kinesiotape. It is like a miracle! I can now walk properly without the daily foot pain . I feel wonderful and am grateful for the friendly, knowledgeable staff at Walker P.T. for helping me achieve a higher quality of life!” 

 ~Joyce Reid

Treatment is fast & affordable.
Please call (714) 997-5518 for more information to aid in the recovery of your patients.
 




Tuesday, April 7, 2015

"You Don't Have to Live in Pain!" Says Grace Walker, Physical & Occupational Therapist

BACK PAIN NO MORE
with Grace Walker’s PROVEN FORMULA

Dr. Grace Walker, Physical and Occupational Therapist, agrees with the American Pain Society, who says, “There is no magic bullet” to the cure for back pain, “but a combination of hands on care and an active exercise approach is the best solution.” Dr. Grace Walker and her team of physical therapists are experts in pain relief and use revolutionary treatments including hands on Pressure Point releases, Kinesiotaping, ML830 laser, and Flex N Move programs.You Don’t Have to Live in Pain.

Walker Physical Therapy & Pain Center treats all types of back pain ranging from upper to lower, to mid back pain.
Dr. Grace Walker and Husband Jim Gray swimming with Dolphins!
 We treat a variety of conditions including but not limited to:
  • Herniated Discs
  • Scoliosis
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Sprains/Strains
  • Sciatic Pain
  • Post Surgical Conditions



answer to eliminate back pain.

Call us at 714-997-5518 to put an end to your pain today!

Thursday, March 26, 2015

Dr. Grace Walker Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist and nutritionist Provides Pain Relief from On the Job, Sports, and Other Injuries

Dr. Grace Walker Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist and Nutritionist Provides Pain from On the Job, Sports, and Other Injuries

The author of numerous articles, presentations, and lectures related to physical therapy, Grace Walker, physical and occupational therapist, practices in Orange County, California, at the center she opened more than 30 years ago. The Walker Physical Therapy and Pain Center helps patients with affordable pain relief in a wide range of ailments, including pain from on-the-job, sports, and other injuries as well as postsurgical pain. Patients also visit Grace Walker physical therapist and Holistic Health Care practitioner,  to consult on nutrition, women’s health issues, ergonomics, holistic healing, and aromatherapy.
Here is a picture of Dr. Grace Walker and husband,  Judge Jim Gray (ret.) visiting cousins in Ireland!



While Dr. Walker’s lectures and presentations have primarily focused on topics related to physical rehabilitation, such as treatment of various types of pain, treatment of the foot and ankle, and issues associated with the cervical and lumbar spine, she has also lectured on cervical dysfunction and urinary incontinence, as well as how to grow one’s private practice. In addition to maintaining a busy practice and giving presentations and lectures,Grace has published four papers, one of which is peer reviewed.

Grace Walker’s lectures, writings, and presentations are a more formal way she shares her learning and experience with others in her field. She also mentors sPhysical therapists in the orthopedic outpatient setting, sharing her expertise in a hands-on manner not always suitable for the lecture hall.
Call for an appointment at Walker Physical Therapy and Pain Center :  714-997-5518
1111 W. Town and Country Rd. Ste. #1, Orange, Ca 92868
Grace Walker Physical Therapy

Thursday, March 5, 2015

Grace Walker, Physical & Occupational Therapist, Bikes Down Halekala Mountain in Maui!

Dr. Grace Walker, director of the Walker Physical Therapy & Pain Center, enjoys a thrill-seeking adventure with her husband and son, as they bike down Halekala Volcano in Hawaii. She offers patients in the area of Orange, California, a full range of rehabilitative services that address musculoskeletal problems like chronic low back pain. Dr. Grace Walker emphasizes physical therapy as a vital recovery pathway prior to attempting interventional therapies such as epidurals and surgery. She believes that avoiding excessive medications if possible is also important in achieving optimal outcomes. Dr. Walker completed her doctor of physical therapy degree at the Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions in Provo, Utah, graduating as class valedictorian. She subsequently earned certifications as a nutritionist, holistic health care practitioner, and master of herbology and aromatherapy at the Natural Healing Institute of Naturopathy. She has achieved a number of positive patient testimonials, including one from D. Ayala, who eliminated chronic lower back problems through regular visits to the Walker Physical Therapy & Pain Center. Walking out from the Center, the patient noticed “something different and missing”--which turned out to be the absence of back pain. 


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Walker Physical Therapy & Pain Center in Orange, CA
714-997-5518

Sunday, March 1, 2015

Grace Walker, Physical & Occupational Therapist, has Valentine's Day at Home with Jim & Princess!



Grace Walker, the owner of Walker Physical Therapy and Pain Center in Orange, California, enjoyed her Valentine's Day with her husband and gorgeous Golden Retriever, "Princess." She continues an extensive career in Occupational and Physical therapy. As a physical therapist and sports injury practitioner, Walker treats patients for pain in the upper and lower extremities, vestibular disorders, and balance conditions. Along with being a chartered/registered physical therapist in British Columbia and California, respectively, she holds certification as a Nutritionist, Master of Herbology, and Holistic Health Care Practitioner. In 2014, Grace Walker became a Certified Health Coach through Villanova University in The Center for Obesity Prevention Education's Take Shape for Life program. She is currently attending the Natural Healing Institute of Naturopathy in Encinitas, California, to become a Certified Naturopathic Practitioner and a Certified Nutritional Chef. Along with treating patients at Grace Walker physical Therapy, Walker has lectured extensively on matters related to physical therapy. She has instructed with the faculties of California State University at Long Beach, the University of Irvine Medical Center, and Stanford University. Her courses have covered treatment of the cervical spine and mobilization of the thoracic spine. Students have also received her guidance as a mentor in physical therapy and outpatient orthopedics since 1985. Additionally, Walker has made presentations to members of the Orange County chapter of the American Physical Therapy Association on conditions of the pelvic girdle as well as glucosamine and chondroitin.


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714-997-5518


Tuesday, February 10, 2015

Grace Walker Physical and Occupational Therapist Encounters Llamas!



Grace Walker, Physical Therapist with Llamas in Oregon

An accomplished physical therapist, Grace Walker founded an Orange County, California-based physical therapy and pain center. In her role as director of the facility, she delivers a high standard of outpatient care to individuals impacted by conditions like TMJ, sports injuries, incontinence, and spinal pain. Before establishing her own therapy practice, Grace Walker gained hands-on experience in her field as physical therapist and department head with Cigna Health Plan in Westminster, California. In preparation for her career, she studied at the University of British Columbia School of Rehabilitation Medicine, from which she secured her bachelor of science. Later, she enrolled in an orthopedic residency program in Hayward, California. While there, she authored a thesis titled “An Exploratory Study of Patients with Low Back Pain to Determine Possible Precipitating Factors.” More recently, Dr. Walker studied at the Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions in Provo, Utah. She graduated with two doctorates and later completed a Post-doctoral Fellowship at the Gray Institute. Further, she holds certification as a Clinical Nutritionist and a Clinical Master of Herbology from the Natural Healing Institute of Naturopathy in Encinitas, California. Currently, she is working toward her certifications as naturopathic practitioner and nutritional chef at the same institute. A professionally engaged provider, she belongs as member to the American Back Society and the Pelvic Pain Society, among several other organizations


Call for an appointment now!

Walker Physical Therapy & Pain Center
1111 W. Town & Country Rd., Ste. 1
Orange, CA 92868
714-997-5518


Saturday, February 7, 2015

Grace Walker, Expert Physical & Occupational Therapist, Visits the Sea of Galilee in Israel!



Grace Walker and Husband Jim Gray pictured on the Sea of Galilee in Israel.

Based in Orange, California, Dr. Grace Walker serves as Director, Physical and Occupational therapist with the Walker Physical Therapy and Pain Center. She and her staff offer clients a full range of rehabilitation services, including sports enhancement and occupational therapy. Dr. Grace Walker and her team of physical therapists are experts in pain relief and use revolutionary treatments including hands on Pressure Point releases, Kinesiotaping, ML830 laser, and Flex N Move programs. Her focus is on enabling people to recover full use of their bodies and return to active, healthy lifestyles. Dr. Walker earned her bachelor’s degree at the University of British Columbia’s School of Rehabilitation Medicine, Physical Therapy, and Occupational Therapy, and pursued an Orthopedic Residency in Hayward, California, offering a thesis titled, “An Exploratory Study of Patients with Low Back Pain to Determine Possible Precipitating Factors.” She subsequently completed doctoral programs in Physical and Occupational therapy at the Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions in Utah, offering a thesis on Glucosamine and Chondroitin. Additionally, Dr. Walker in order to add Wellness to her practice, has achieved Certification as a Holistic Healthcare Practitioner after a Certification In Nutrition, a Master of Herbology and a Master of Aromatherapy from the Natural Healing Institute of Naturopathy in Encinitas, California. Dr. Walker is currently working on her Certified Nutritional Chef program and her Certified Naturopathic practitioner.

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714-997-5518