By Brianne LaBella, PT, DPT, FAFS, Compliance Officer
Brianne LaBella, PT, DPT, FAFS, has spent her career looking out for patients. She started first as a treating physical therapist, then as a clinic director, and now as Spooner’s Compliance Officer. In that role, she oversees safety and compliance standards across all 29 Spooner locations. We […]
By: Maria Kline, PT, DPT, new mom who just returned to work!
As a pelvic floor physical therapist and a triathlete who is currently navigating life postpartum, the big question I hear often is: “How do I keep working and staying active without overdoing it?”
The truth is, being a “working mom” starts long before the […]
By: Joey Weber, PT, DPT, Spooner Phoenix Clinic Director
Spinal stenosis is a term that can sound intimidating, but it’s actually a fairly common condition that we treat frequently in our clinics. So what are the warning signs that someone might be dealing with spinal stenosis?
Common symptoms include shooting pain, numbness, or a feeling […]
One of the things I hear often is: “I have arthritis, and my doctor says there isn’t much to do since I’m just getting older.” I’m here to tell you that while we might not be able to “fix” the cartilage, we can do a lot to get your life back.
I’m […]
Toe walking is when kids prefer to walk up on their toes rather than stepping through their heels. Sometimes it’s just part of play, but when it becomes their main way of walking, whether it’s 50% of the time or 100% of the time, it’s something we […]
By: Sydney Stevens, PT, DPT, PRPC
You train hard. You lift heavy. You run fast. You give everything to your sport.
But lately, something’s off. Maybe it’s a deep ache in your hip or groin. Maybe it’s high hamstring pain that just won’t go away. Maybe you’ve noticed leakage during heavy lifts or sprints.
A lot of […]
Waking up with a numb or tingling hand is a common complaint. It might be more than an awkward sleeping position if it happens often. Depending on the nerve being compressed, your symptoms may vary.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: The median nerve is susceptible to compression at various points along the […]
By: Brad Day, PT, DPT, FAFS
When most people think of physical therapy, they think about muscles, joints, and bones. But there’s another system in the body that plays a major role in how we move and feel, and it often flies under the radar. It’s called fascia.
Understanding fascia can help explain why some patients […]
By: Julie Kresl, PT
After you have surgery, like breast reconstruction surgery, it’s so important to come to physical therapy. You might wonder what to expect after surgery and how physical therapy can help. Let’s walk through what you may experience and what we focus on together in physical therapy to help you heal and […]
By Madison Parks, PT, DPT, OCS
Going back to work while you’re still healing from breast cancer is hard. You’re expected to jump back into meetings, keep up with responsibilities, and act like you’re back to normal when you’re anything but. That’s why rehab during this time has to be specific. Every body, every surgery, […]
