LeMars Physical Therapy

02/25/2026

Why It Works Wednesday

Pain, stiffness, or deconditioning can change how people move during activity. Your physical therapist assesses patterns to guide care focused on comfort and tolerance.
✅ Tip: The goal is easier movement, not perfect form.

02/24/2026

Ankle pain can start in many ways. You might roll your ankle playing sports, feel stiffness from arthritis, or notice aching that builds slowly from tendon irritation.

02/23/2026

Ankle Pain - Dollars & Sense Treatment

Did you know that 90% of patients with ankle problems never get the one treatment proven to prevent re-injury? In this month's video, we share why physical therapy should be your first call, not your last resort, and how it could save you thousands compared to the ER or surgery.
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02/20/2026

Fun Fact Friday

Activities like walking, cycling, or aquatic therapy strengthen the heart without stressing joints. PTs tailor intensity to ensure safe improvements in cardiovascular health.

02/19/2026

Therapy Thursday Thoughts

Studies show rotator cuff tears are common in people without shoulder pain, especially as we age, meaning the tear itself is not always the cause of symptoms. A physical therapist can help guide you. Source: Systematic review, Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery (Minagawa et al., 2013).

02/18/2026

Why It Works Wednesday

Your physical therapist teaches pacing to balance activity and rest when pain or fatigue flares. This approach helps some people stay active without worsening symptoms.
✅ Tip: Doing less at the right time can help long-term progress.

02/17/2026

If you are dealing with persistent aches, recovering from an injury, or trying to stay strong as you age, vitamin D might come up in conversation. Many people think of it as an “immune vitamin” or something related only to bone health.

02/16/2026

Our clinic is proud to offer Occupational Therapy services that support both physical and cognitive recovery. Our OT, Kayley Dresback, specializes in:

🧠 Stroke Recovery & Neurological Rehabilitation
✋ Hand & Arm Injuries
🧒 Pediatric Fine Motor & Hand Skill Development
🎯 Sensory Processing & Regulation
📝 Cognitive Rehabilitation
🏥 Post-Surgical & Post-Injury Rehabilitation
🚶 Pain, Stiffness & Mobility Limitations

Whether you're recovering from surgery, managing a neurological condition, helping your child develop essential skills, or working to return to daily activities, she is here to guide you every step of the way.

02/16/2026

Shoutout to LCHS wrestlers who punched their tickets to the State Tournament! Congratulations and good luck!

Congratulations to our three state qualifiers!!!!

02/13/2026

Fun Fact Friday

Calf muscles push blood back toward the heart, preventing swelling and fatigue. PT-guided exercises activate this natural pump safely.

02/12/2026

Congratulations to all local wrestling and bowling teams for qualifying and competing at the State Championships!

You’ve made our entire community proud! 👏

02/12/2026

Therapy Thursday Thoughts

Research shows many degenerative meniscus tears respond just as well to physical therapy as surgery, especially when symptoms and function improve over time. A physical therapist can help guide you. Source: Randomized controlled trial, New England Journal of Medicine (Katz et al., 2013).