Meagan Keat

Collaborative, compassionate, patient-centered Physical Therapist with 19 years of experience treating primarily adult and geriatric patients. Most recent experience providing fall prevention, evaluating and treating balance/gait deficits, orthopedic issues, chronic pain syndromes and multiple diagnoses for restoration of mobility and function including myofascial tightness/restrictions post mastectomy. Extensive experience providing manual therapy with emphasis on soft tissue massage and Myofascial Release (MFR). Utilizes gentle movement re-education techniques based on the Feldenkrais Method. Significant recent experience with dementia and managing comorbidities during PT for optimal outcomes and safety. Excellent communicator with outstanding patient rapport-building skills. Collaborates well with management/support staff, patients and families for efficiency and optimal patient outcomes. Experience in-home, assisted/independent living, memory care and outpatient clinic settings. Knowledge of current EMR and Medicare Part A vs. B for appropriate goal setting and care coordination.

• Board Member - PTA Program at Mott Community College 2016-2017
• Achieved High Honors in Transitional Doctorate of Physical Therapy
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• BLS/CPR American Red Cross (add date)
• Physical Therapist Licensed in Michigan, 2005-present

• Aging Process: What is Happening to the Body and What Does it Mean? - 7/25/22
• Alzheimer's Disease and other Dementias: Medical Overview and Rehabilitation Management - 7/23/22
• Exercise Prescription Management in the Older Adult - 7/22/22

• Effectiveness of Exercise in Physical Therapy Intervention for the Prevention and Treatment of Pregnancy-Related Lumbo-Pelvic Pain: A Literature Review, 2008, 2009, Unpublished
• Comparison of a Traditional vs. Exercise Ball Warm-Up in Patients Involved in an Outpatient Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program: A Pilot Study, 2000, 2003, Unpublished