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Physical Therapy

30 04, 2021

Mitch’s Moments that Matter

2024-07-15T12:46:42-07:00

About 2.1 million people in the United States are currently living with limb loss, with 185,000 people having an amputation each year. Moments that Matter is an initiative by our friends over at the Amputee Coalition to recognize and honor patients during Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month which is celebrated annually […]

Mitch’s Moments that Matter2024-07-15T12:46:42-07:00
28 04, 2021

Ep. 65- I’m a Neuro PT in an Ortho World

2025-03-04T14:36:54-07:00

Paul Gagliano, PT, DPT and Dan Miriovsky, PT, DPT, OCS, FAFS, ATC are joined today by Tim Spooner, PT, FAFS and Alicia Dulaney, PT, DPT, NCS to discuss the role of neurologic based approaches in outpatient orthopedics.  Tim and Alicia both share their professional journey that has led to successful outcomes. The four discuss pathways for success for therapists who have a strong desire to improve the skillset and treatment philosophy. #Congratson31years #WeApologizeforDansAttempttoSing

Ep. 65- I’m a Neuro PT in an Ortho World2025-03-04T14:36:54-07:00
13 04, 2021

10 Fun Facts About Occupational Therapy

2024-06-19T15:23:25-07:00

Occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech therapy… Navigating the differences between healthcare professionals and specialized therapists can get a bit confusing! This April during Occupational Therapy Month, we wanted to highlight the occupational therapy profession and all the amazing work occupational therapists do in their communities.  

Our team of hand therapists at […]

10 Fun Facts About Occupational Therapy2024-06-19T15:23:25-07:00
8 04, 2021

Ep. 64 – The Bumpy Transition

2025-03-26T15:40:45-07:00

DPT is joined bye Sara Gagliano, PT, DPT, CLT-UE, Stephanie Winkler, PT, DPT and Dillon Moeller, PT, DPT, FAFS to discuss the transition from student to the professional life and tips to make the transition successful.

Ep. 64 – The Bumpy Transition2025-03-26T15:40:45-07:00
26 02, 2021

Ep. 63 – Not your typical sport

2025-03-04T14:44:26-07:00

How do you approach an athlete that comes through your clinic and participates in a sport/task that you are completely unfamiliar with? Dan Miriovsky is joined by Paul Gagliano and Sara Gagliano to discuss strategies and some go to baseline measures to assist with helping these athletes achieve!

Ep. 63 – Not your typical sport2025-03-04T14:44:26-07:00
1 02, 2021

5 Simple Golf-Specific Exercises for Older Adults

2025-03-07T12:24:30-07:00

It’s all in the hips. In order to generate power in your golf swing, it is key to properly turn your hips. Will Whitlock, PT, DPT at our Spooner Sun Lakes clinic says, “One of most common issues I see with golfers is a lack of hip strength and mobility, which, at times, may lead to low […]

5 Simple Golf-Specific Exercises for Older Adults2025-03-07T12:24:30-07:00
28 01, 2021

Ep. 62 – “Take Off Your Mask”

2024-07-08T09:45:58-07:00

PSA ==> Take off your mask for your health and the health of those around you! Stay tuned as Andrew Walquist, PT, DPT, FAFS, OCS joins us today to discuss his professional journey and the importance of critical self-reflection. Listen closely to the advice and wisdom Andrew provides to all of us to improve our physical, spiritual and mental wellbeing.

Ep. 62 – “Take Off Your Mask”2024-07-08T09:45:58-07:00
19 01, 2021

What’s It Like to be a Physical Therapy Tech?

2025-02-04T10:40:53-07:00

When it comes to their role within the clinic, physical therapy technicians wear a lot of different hats. They greet and accompany patients to the treatment area, help get them started with their therapy program, guide patients through exercises, assist with various measurements and modalities, order supplies, keep the clinic clean and organized, and much […]

What’s It Like to be a Physical Therapy Tech?2025-02-04T10:40:53-07:00
4 01, 2021

Why My Clients Train Me

2024-10-18T17:50:31-07:00

By Brian Schulte, CSCS, FAFS
Spooner Coordinator of FIT

I already know what you’re thinking: “Brian, your clients pay for you to exercise?” Yes, that’s exactly what I am saying. I should preface myself by saying that not ALL of my clients “train me.” But some of them do, and for very specific reasons. Allow me […]

Why My Clients Train Me2024-10-18T17:50:31-07:00
30 12, 2020

Road to Becoming a Physical Therapist – Torrey Foster

2025-03-25T17:17:09-07:00

We recently sat down to talk with Spooner physical therapist Torrey Foster, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS, FAFS. Torrey has served as an invaluable member of the Spooner team for 18 years and a Clinic Director at multiple locations! Join us as we learn more about Torrey’s journey becoming a physical therapist and where he […]

Road to Becoming a Physical Therapist – Torrey Foster2025-03-25T17:17:09-07:00