Physical Therapy

Expert Physical Therapy for All Ages

Are you experiencing pain or discomfort? Do you have a recent injury or upcoming surgery? Physical Therapy (PT) is an essential tool for recovery from injuries, managing chronic conditions and improving overall well-being through personalized rehabilitation programs.

PT is the preservation, enhancement, or restoration of movement and physical function impaired or threatened by disability, injury, or disease.  Our PT team helps you develop, maintain and restore maximum movement and functional ability. We offer a variety of services depending on your needs. We provide care to all ages all the way from infants to older adults. 

Physical Therapy

Our therapists are skilled in treating both outpatient and inpatients for a variety of needs, such as: 

  • Acute and chronic pain
  • Arthritis pain
  • Balance problems
  • Gait abnormalities
  • Joint replacements
  • LSVT BIG and LOUD Program
  • Muscle weakness
  • Neurological disorders
    • Head injuries
    • Parkinson’s disease
    • Stroke
  • Pain management of neck, shoulder, back, hip, knee, ankle or foot
  • Pain related to women’s health and pregnancy
  •  Pediatric
    • Muscle weakness
    • Mobility difficulties
    • Trouble reaching developmental milestones
  • Pelvic floor dysfunction
  • Postural problems
  • Pre and post orthopedic surgery
  • Sports and performance injuries
  • Sprains or joint/strain of muscles
  • Vertigo and dizziness
  • Work-related injuries

Meet Our Team: 

  • Riley Bradley, DPT, ATC
  • Mitch Blythe, DPT 
  • Josh Long, DPT
  • Sara Pollock, DPT
  • Kari Schumacher, Patient Access

Frequently Asked Questions

Why would I need physical therapy?

Physical therapy is a tool to relieve pain, help you move better, and strengthen weakened muscles. It is a treatment that you continue to do at home yourself to improve your well-being and health to achieve a happier, healthier life. 

What happens if I don’t do physical therapy?

It’s important for injuries and post-surgery to heal properly, otherwise it’s much easier to injure the same area of your body again. If you choose not to do physical therapy, you’re running the risk of healing slower, pain continuing and falling back into the problem you’re currently experiencing.

What do you do at physical therapy?

Depending on your needs there are a variety of things you may do at physical therapy. Some examples are:

  • Therapeutic exercises such as ROM, strengthening, stretching
  • Patient education
  • Modalities, such as ultrasound and electrical stimulation
  • Manual therapy, such as traction and join mobilization
  • Kinesiotaping
  • Gate training
  • Assistive devices
  • Balance training
  • Pediatric development
What should I expect at a pediatric physical therapy appointment?
Physical Therapy

Your child’s physical therapist will spend the initial visit asking questions about changes in pain, medication, sleep or information that might impact participation in physical therapy. They will check strength and pasture and complete age-appropriate exercises to evaluate mobility and balance. 

What is pelvic floor therapy?

Pelvic Health Therapy is a non-surgical approach in the management of some pelvic dysfunctions that contribute to bladder, bowel, pain, and sexual complaints. It consists of external and internal assessment and management of the pelvic flood muscles, and the surrounding areas may be contributing to the problem(s). 

What are symptoms of having pelvic floor dysfunction?

Common pelvic floor dysfunction symptoms include:

  • Urinary incontinence
  • Urinary leakage
  • Pelvic pain
  • Pain with intercourse
  • Pelvic organs prolapse
  • Pelvic pain in pregnancy

Contact Information: 

To schedule an appointment or learn more about our services, call us today! 

Compass Memorial Healthcare
300 West May Street; Marengo, IA 52361
Phone: 319-642-8040
Inside the hospital main doors across from registration 

Hours: 

  • Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. 
  • Saturday: 8 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.