Learn why pain occurs, what can cause it to persist, and how physical therapy can help you understand your symptoms and return to the activities you love.

By: Jillian Atkinson DPT I've often worked with patients who think balance problems are simply a normal part of getting older. However, your body uses three main systems to help you stay balanced. If one or more of these systems isn't working well, your risk of falling can increase. Vision: Your eyes help your balance by providing information about your surroundings and where your body is in relation to the people and objects around you. Visual changes, such as poor eyesight

By: Matt Wanderscheid Over the past 10 years, as a physical therapist—and simply as someone living in a human body—I’ve learned a few things that I believe are true for nearly everyone. We will all experience pain or physical limitations at some point. The severity and how long those issues last are often influenced by our overall health and how well we care for our bodies. Our bodies were designed to move. When we move less, we tend to feel worse. Regular movement plays an i

Why did 3 of my family members have the same pain? This past weekend, I traveled to Missouri for a baby shower. One of the fun (and predictable!) parts of being a Physical Therapist is that family members often come to you with questions about their aches and pains. Usually, it’s a mix of knee, neck, and shoulder issues. But this weekend was different! I had three separate family members come up to me, at three separate times, describing the exact same pain. The Universal Bac

Here are some common misconceptions about the lower back that we often hear as physical therapists. Myth #1: I shouldn’t lift anything...

In a previous blog, we explored the anatomy of the low back and how these structures play a role in the body. However, what happens when...

Back pain is something that we, as physical therapists, see every day, and many individuals have chosen to come see us at Fort Dodge...