Laura Gras's unique knowledge and experience in evaluating and treating neurological issues such as MS makes her a natural choice for anyone who wants to build their balance and minimize the possibility of falls. Joe Pollino, Men & MS Group Leader
 

I survived a major stroke in Nov. 2003. During the time I spent with Laura I have seen major improvements in my ability to walk and my gait in general. I have also experienced fewer falls as my balance has improved because of the work we have done.
Gary Okrent

After having weeks of vertigo every day when I rolled over to get out of bed I finally consulted my doctor. Having had this in the past that took a long time to go away, and having lots of medical tests the last time that were all negative, she suggested we try PT. As a former PT myself, I knew that it is a specialty area and the importance of finding a PT trained specifically in this rehab. Laura Gras was just the person.In only two sessions we had solved the problem. I have a home program to keep it at bay. Even better, if it ever comes back I know just where to turn for fast relief.
Karen Gallagher PT, PA

When I experienced a sudden onset of dizziness and loss of balance with position changes I was grateful that I knew a physical therapist who was skilled in evaluation and treatment of such problems. In my case, Laura was able to quickly identify the cause of my symptoms and perform the positional maneuvers to resolve them in a single treatment session. I am especially grateful that I was able to go directly to Laura without having to spend valuable time, energy and money on diagnostic procedures the medical community may have suggested. I trust that Laura would have referred me for such procedures if my symptoms suggested they were needed. Laura's expertise made it possible for me to return to my active lifestyle in a timely manner. I encourage everyone with balance concerns to include Laura on their team of health care providers. Diane Bossung  PT, CSW

I got out of bed one morning and almost collapsed when trying to go down the stairs. The whole house was spinning! After feeling dizzy and off balance for a few days. I went to my physician who diagnosed me with BPPV. He gave me a prescription which actually made me feel worse. It did not take away the dizzy feeling I had every time I turned my head or rolled over in bed. I stopped taking it after only two days. Knowing that Laura Gras (a parent at my school) was a PT, I asked her if she had ever heard of BPPV. Not only did she know about it, but she was an expert on this condition. She was able to totally eliminate my problem after only one very brief session where she rotated my body. I was amazed and truly grateful for her expertise and treatment. My BPPV has never returned. Lianne

I have suffered with vertigo for a number of years as I got older.  It was never debilitating but it did effect my life in a negative way.  Having that feeling of dizziness days on end determined what I would or could do for the day.  My teacher friend was suffering from vertigo pretty badly for days while trying to work.  Laura Gras shared how she could help her to get rid of the vertigo and one day after school she did!!!!  My friend shared how easy the procedure was and I thought I have to have Laura help me too.  Well she did and I haven't had a bout with vertigo since and that has been since the beginning of the winter.  When you suffer with vertigo it effects your life a great deal.  Fortunately for me I was never bed ridden or missed any time at work like some people I know.  I can't thank Laura enough for helping me. Patricia Breen