Rachel Dee Allen-mchugh OTR-L
Physical Therapist (Pediatric) | Pediatrics
355 Ne Meadowlark Ln Waukee IA, 50263About
Rachel Allen-mchugh is a pediatric physical therapist practicing in Waukee, IA. Rachel is a doctor specializing in physical treatment of children to help reduce pain, restore mobility, rehabilitate an injury, or increase movement and overall function. As a physical therapist, Dr. Allen-mchugh can treat multiple conditions with exercises, ultrasound, electrical stimulation, joint mobilization, heat, ice, massage, laser or light therapy and more. Dr. Allen-mchugh will create a treatment plan based on the childs specific injury, disease or condition, and might target a specific body part or body system based on the individual.
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