Caroline Cofer Email and Phone Number

Inpatient resource physical therapist for Corewell Health.

Contributed as a member of an interprofessional team investigating the effects of Prism Adaptation Therapy on spatial neglect. Collaborated with lab team to collect data on human participants, process data, and develop and present a research poster with current findings to the community

-Coordinated with interdisciplinary medical team to treat and complete discharge planning for patients with a variety of conditions including gunshot wounds, amputations, joint replacements, and complex fractures; completed all patient documentation in Epic EMR system-1-week focus in acute rehab unit planning intensive therapy and working on functional goals for patients with brain injury, burns, and cerebrovascular accidents-Presented in-service to physical therapy department and completed a quantitative research project on the management of individuals at risk for venous thromboembolism

-Developed and implemented plans of care for patients with chronic and acute concerns including including cerebral palsy, stroke, multiple sclerosis, traumatic brain injury, and spinal cord injury to improve functional mobility and quality of life.-Coordinated with a team of physical therapists to provide comprehensive care and utilized rehab equipment including alter G, harness system, and full body vibration plate-Used appropriate outcome measures to assess patient progress and completed documentation using WebPT EMR system

-Evaluated and treated patients with orthopedic conditions including sports injuries, post-surgical rehab, low back pain, and other musculoskeletal concerns; completed patient documentation using Raintree EMR system-Utilized exercise prescription, soft tissue mobilization, electrical stimulation, and patient education to reduce pain and improve function and quality of life.-Provided care to patients from a variety of special populations including worker’s compensation and personal injury cases.

Assisted in leading group workouts/activities for kinesiology department classes.

Ensured smooth running of beach day to day and dealt with emergency situations. Trained, scheduled, and managed beach employees.

Instructed children/young adults with disabilities in biking skills for week-long day camp. Motivated and encouraged participants and their families.

Taught water safety and swim skills to children with disabilities. Developed activities customized for the needs and skill level of students.