By Megan Westling, DPT, OCS, RYT
Many injuries are at least partially caused by poor biomechanics. Biomechanics, by definition, refers to the ability/function of muscles and their attachments. Because the knee is a hinge joint and permits motion in
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Physical therapy month has come to an end and all of us here at Wieber Physical Therapy wanted to thank everyone for the fun month! This past month has been full of Facebook Live
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By Ann Dahl, OTR, CWC
“The glory of gardening… hands in the dirt, head in the sun, heart with nature. To nurture a garden is to not just feed the body but the soul” -Alfred Austin
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By Matt Gadient, PT, OCS, CSCS
At any given time 25% of the population reports having some type
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By Megan Westling, DPT, OCS, RYT
Much of the time when “taping” is mentioned, patients either have no idea what to expect, or they’ve heard it is a technique used only for athletes. There are several different types of
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By Dave Wieber, PT, ATC, MTC
Golf is a multifaceted game. It can be broken down mechanically into three parts:
1) Full Swing. 2) Chipping. 3) Putting.
But there is so much more the think about than just the
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It’s extremely important to drink enough water every day, but it can be tough to remember to stop and take a drink during your busy day.
Here are some quick tips from the staff at Wieber to help you make
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Today, April 11th, is national pet day!
Whether you’re a dog person, a cat person, or someone who enjoys the companionship of something more unique like snakes or birds, your pet probably means the world to you. The pets in
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By Amy Simmons, PT, TPS
In treating my patients with persistent pain and actually any pain, I have seen the incredible benefits that come from getting people moving. Even a small amount of aerobic exercise makes a huge difference.
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By Megan Westling, DPT, OCS, RYT
Teaching is a great way to challenge your own knowledge. As a physical therapist, I love to have students, not only to continue advancing the physical therapy profession, but to keep up with
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