Grand opening: Tulane PT solutions– Chalmette

Representatives from Tulane Health System, PT Solutions and the Saint Bernard Chamber of Commerce held a grand opening today to celebrate Tulane’s first stand-alone physical therapy clinic in Chalmette. The clinic, located at 801 W. Judge Perez Dr., is Tulane’s fourth physical therapy clinic.

“We are thrilled to be serving the residents of St. Bernard Parish,” said Kevin Duffy, director of physical therapy at PT Solutions. “Our goal is to provide our patients world-class physical therapy right in their own neighborhood. We offer everything from traditional therapy to spine rehabilitation, and even concussion care.”

Tulane PT Solutions – Chalmette provides expert care to adults and children suffering pain or dysfunction from injury, stress, bad posture or recent surgery. The clinic is outfitted with the latest treatment options, including exercise machines, dry needling and more, to help patients meet and exceed their therapy milestones. The therapists create individualized treatments and programs for each patient based on the most recent and proven scientific literature.

“In addition to the physical therapy clinic, our Tulane Institute of Sports Medicine has added an athletic trainer at Chalmette High School to provide medical coverage for student athletes,” said Dr. William Lunn, president and CEO of Tulane Health System. “Tulane Health System strives to set the standard for healthcare in our community, and that includes offering services at locations that keep patients close to home.”

Patients can call 504.278.7567 to make an appointment at the Chalmette location.