Lake Area Therapy Services

04/05/2026

04/04/2026

04/03/2026

Occupational Therapy Month is celebrated every year in April to recognize the impact of Occupational Therapy, which helps people of all ages develop, recover, or maintain the skills needed for daily living and working.

Sticky notes, phone alarms, pill organizers—simple tools can make a big impact 🙌 OT helps you find what works best for YOU.

03/15/2026

Happiest of birthdays to YOU, Marcia! We are thankful for you and hope you have the best day today! 🥳🩷

03/12/2026

🚨 IMPORTANT UPDATE FOR OUR PATIENTS 🚨

We are currently experiencing a system glitch that is accidentally sending out automated text messages regarding "plans of care" and asking patients to schedule additional appointments.

If you received one of these messages today, please disregard it! You do not need to call our office to schedule another visit.

Our team is aware of the issue and is actively working with our system providers to get it fixed as quickly as possible. We apologize for any confusion or alarm this may have caused!

Thank you so much for your patience!
-The LATS Team

01/27/2026

Hi friends! 👋

Wanna know an easy to improve your balance? No extra time needed in your day, no extra exercises added to your routine…

all you have to do is…

Stand on one leg while brushing your teeth! 🦷🪥

BOOM! 💥

1 minute hold each leg every time you brush your teeth and watch how your stability slowly improves.

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01/21/2026

📉 The Glute Maximus is the powerhouse. It’s the big muscle responsible for extension and shape.

⚖️ The Glute Medius (on the side of the hip) is your stabilizer. It keeps your pelvis level when you walk, run, or stand on one leg.

If your knees cave in during squats or you have lower back nagging, a sleepy Glute Medius is often the culprit!

Here is a quick circuit designed to fire up the Maximus for strength, but isolate that Medius for stability.

🔥 THE CIRCUIT:
1️⃣ Squats
2️⃣ Squat + Hip Abduction
3️⃣ Squat Position Side Stepping: Stay low! This keeps the muscles under constant tension. You will feel this on the outside of the hip.
4️⃣ Mini Lunge: A smaller range of motion to focus on control and stability rather than depth.

Save this post for your next lower body warmup or finisher! 💾

01/14/2026

Are your shoulders touching your ears while driving?

Driving in snow or sleet is stressful. Without realizing it, many of us adopt the "White Knuckle Grip” which is when we start clenching the steering wheel and hiking our shoulders up toward our ears.

Result? Tension headaches and upper trap pain.

Try the "Red Light Reset" 🚦

Every time you hit a red light or stop sign:
1.) Take a deep breath.
2.) Consciously drop your shoulders away from your ears.
3.) Unclench your jaw.
4.) Do a couple reps of shoulder blade squeezes.

Drive safe and stay loose!

Lake Area Therapy Services LLC

📍 Lake Area Therapy Services
📞 Cromwell: 218.644.0910
📞 Moose Lake: 218.485.2020
💻 www.latspt.com

01/11/2026

No exercises prescribed today—just cake 🎂

Happy Birthday to one of our physical therapists, Charlie! 🥳

01/01/2026

🪩🎉 New year, same great care! 🎉🪩

Our offices are closed today, but we’ll be back tomorrow and ready to help you move better 💪✨

12/30/2025

❄️ Shovel Smarter, Not Harder ❄️

Snow shoveling is one of the most common causes of winter back, shoulder, and neck injuries. Use these physical therapy tips to protect your body:

✔️ Warm up for a few minutes before starting
✔️ Push the snow when possible instead of lifting
✔️ Bend at your hips and knees — not your back
✔️ Keep the shovel close to your body
✔️ Lift small amounts at a time
✔️ Avoid twisting — turn your whole body with your feet
✔️ Switch sides often to prevent overuse
✔️ Take breaks and pace yourself

🚩 Stop shoveling if you notice sharp pain, numbness, dizziness, or shortness of breath.

If snow shoveling leaves you sore, stiff, or injured, physical therapy can help you recover safely and prevent future injuries.

📍 Lake Area Therapy Services
Cromwell: 218-644-0910
Moose Lake: 218-485-2020
🌐 www.latspt.com

12/28/2025

Walk Safely on Ice – Tips from Your Physical Therapists

Icy sidewalks and parking lots increase the risk of slips and falls, but a few simple changes can help keep you safe this winter.

• Walk like a penguin
Take short, slow steps with your feet flat and toes slightly pointed outward.

• Widen your base of support
A slightly wider stance improves balance on slippery surfaces.

• Stay upright
Keep your head up and shoulders over your hips. Avoid leaning forward or backward.

• Wear proper footwear
Shoes with good tread or ice cleats can significantly reduce fall risk.

• Keep your hands free
This allows you to use your arms for balance if you slip.

• Slow down
Rushing increases your chance of falling. Give yourself extra time.

Falls are NOT a normal part of aging.

If you are concerned about balance, walking, or fall prevention, the physical therapists at Lake Area Therapy Services are here to help you stay confident and safe all winter long.

Lake Area Therapy Services
Cromwell: 218.644.0910
Moose Lake: 218.485.2020
www.latspt.com

Want more information? Trusted resources below:
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) – Fall Prevention
https://www.cdc.gov/falls

National Institute on Aging – Preventing Falls
https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/prevent-falls-and-fractures

American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) – Balance and Fall Prevention
https://www.choosept.com/health-centers/balance-falls