Advanced Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine

06/03/2026

One of our favorite days of the year: Symposium Day!!

It’s a chance for our clinicians to come together, share what they’re passionate about, and learn from each other to keep getting better for the people we serve.

Highlights from today:
• Dr. Harper (OSMS - Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Specialists) shared insights on neck pain, cervicogenic headaches and how PT + medical interventions work hand-in-hand.
• Logan Curry, PT, DPT, OCS, LAT(Appleton North clinic) broke down concussion care and the importance of aerobic exercise during the recovery process.
• Dennis Kaster, PT, DPT (Stevens Point & Wausau clinics) made headaches and neck pain easy to understand and refined our treatment strategies.
• Lynsey Hansen, LAT, ATC, PES and Anna Linstedt, LAT, ATC shared strategies for concussion management and return-to-work for industrial and tactical athletes.

Thank you to all who presented. We’re grateful to work alongside some of the best in the business!

Advanced Physical Therapy Associates
Advanced Wellness & Physical Therapy

05/03/2026

Heading to one of our Appleton-area clinics?
Just a little reminder: sometimes there’s short-term discomfort on the road to long-term benefit…kind of like your journey with physical or occupational therapy.

Stay patient and plan for delays.

🚧 French Road Overpass Closure 🚧

The French Road bridge over I-41 in Appleton will close March 9 to late summer 2026 as crews begin reconstructing the overpass.

Plan ahead for your commute by viewing the suggested detour route at i41project.wisconsindot.gov/construction

04/03/2026

This isn’t a sit-back-and-scroll kind of presentation.

When Traci takes the floor, it doesn’t feel like a lecture.
It feels like a working session.

You’re on your feet. You’re asking questions. You’re practicing skills. You’re walking through real situations that mirror what your team faces every day.

The goal is simple: give you and your team tools you can use immediately.

- Injury prevention strategies that make sense.
- Gear-fit adjustments that relieve pain.
- Performance tips that fit your environment.
- Recovery tools your team will actually stick with.

Want to bring this hands-on experience to your department or organization?

Let’s make it happen.
DM us ‘Experience’ to start the conversation.

03/03/2026

March is Athletic Training Month, and this year’s theme says it perfectly:
Care You Can Count On.

Our athletic trainers are the calm in the chaos and the steady presence behind the scenes. They’re on the field under the lights, on the job site before the shift starts, and standing beside first responders when it matters most.

Through our sports medicine, industrial medicine, and tactical medicine programs, they prevent injuries, make critical calls, and help athletes of all ages, workers, and entire departments stay strong and ready.

To our athletic trainers — Thank You!
Your consistency, compassion, and expertise make a difference every single day. We truly couldn’t do this without you.

💬 Has one of our athletic trainers impacted you on the field, at work, or in your department?
Drop their name in the comments and let them know how much they’re appreciated.

02/03/2026

We’re Back in the Running for the Best of Awards!

We’re so grateful for our amazing patients, families, and community members. Your support makes everything we do possible!

The Best of Awards nomination round is open March 2–23, and we’d love your help.

Here’s how you can nominate us:
1. Visit our website and click the nominate button: https://www.advancedptsm.com/events
2. Scroll to Physical Therapy Clinic on the event website
3. Type in Advanced Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine
4. Submit your nomination!

Every nomination helps us continue providing top-notch care and keeps us visible in the community we love to serve.

Thank you for helping us shine!
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Reminder: you can nominate once a day from March 2nd-March 23rd

25/02/2026

You’re not seeing double…we’re growing AGAIN!

We're excited to announce that we're expanding in a city we already call home, but this location will be a little different.

Here’s your hint:
💪 Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine
✋ Occupational Therapy
🤝Located within the same building as Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Specialists

Can you guess where we’ll be opening next?
Drop your guess below ⬇️

Follow along.
Big reveal coming soon.

24/02/2026

Your C-section scar may look healed… but is your body really back to 100%? 🤔

If you’re feeling tightness, weakness, or pain, you’re not alone, and you don’t have to live with it.

Join Hannah Donahue, PT, DPT, and pre/postpartum expert at our Appleton North clinic, as she explains how physical therapy and scar mobilization can help you heal stronger, move better, and feel like yourself again.

Read more:

Having a C-section is a big moment for your body. While you’re busy caring for your new baby, your body is also working hard to heal from major abdominal surgery. Many new moms don’t realize that physical therapy can play a huge role in helping you feel better, move comfortably, and get back to ...

23/02/2026

Most people spent their weekend relaxing.

Some of our physical therapists and athletic trainers spent theirs saying things like, “You’ll feel a quick pinch,” followed by, “That twitch? That’s the spot.”

They invested their weekend learning dry needling: studying the science, refining their skills, and volunteering their own muscles along the way.

A little sore? Probably.
More skilled? Without a doubt.

We’re proud of their commitment to continuous growth and to doing whatever it takes to deliver the highest level of care, whether that’s in our clinics or alongside our industrial and tactical partners, helping people stay healthy, resilient, and ready for the demands of their job.

Learn more: https://www.advancedptsm.com/dry-needling

20/02/2026

Friday afternoon announcements before you head home:
1. Schedule your preventative health screenings
2. Wear flannel to help spread the word and support the Flannel Check mission.
3. Have a great weekend!

19/02/2026

Meet Evan Laska, PT, DPT, one of the newest faces in our clinic. Before becoming a physical therapist, Evan served for 5 years in the United States Marine Corps.

When he came back home to Stevens Point, he went all in on PT, earning both his Health Science degree and his Doctor of Physical Therapy from UW–Stevens Point.

Evan works with all kinds of orthopedic conditions and builds treatment plans that actually fit real life.
No cookie‑cutter routines.
No “good luck with that.”
He pays attention to your goals, your limits, and what matters to you.

What do people love most about Evan?
He listens. Really listens. His focus is on helping you understand what your body’s trying to say and getting you back to the things that make your life feel like yours again.

He’s especially excited to connect with veterans and anyone who appreciates a therapist who brings a steady, grounded presence to the room.

Outside the clinic, you’ll find him outdoors, landscaping, playing hockey, or spending time with friends and family.
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Evan will primarily see patients at our Stevens Point North clinic and help with our new location in Wausau.

Call today to set up your appointment!
📲715034502797

18/02/2026

17/02/2026

Some of our clinicians hit pause on clinic life last week to soak up the California sun and all the incredible ideas and information shared at the APTA Combined Sections Meeting.

Every session and conversation was about one thing - finding better ways to help our patients heal, move, and live fully.

We’re back, recharged and ready to help you achieve your wildest dreams.

📲 920-991-2561
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Pictured: Dennis and Adrienne Kaster from our Stevens Point North location and Ray Mack from our Two Rivers location