Stop the cycle for lower back pain by Doctor of Physical Therapy Troy Vander Molen As you are well aware, lower back pain is a common occurrence. Lower back pain is second only to the common cold as a reason for missed work time. So if you're an adult, you're more likely to experience an episode of lower back pain… Read more

Simple kid's activity with sensory benefits In honor of National Occupational Therapy Month, Occupational Therapy Assistant Ashley Beekman is sharing about one of her favorite sensory activities: water beads hide and seek. If you haven't heard of waters beads before, you're missing out. They're perfect for sensory play! Water beads are smooth, squishy, and cool to the touch. You'll likely… Read more

Simple kid's activity with sensory benefits In honor of National Occupational Therapy Month, Occupational Therapist Elise Spronk shares how to play Tumbling Tower. We love how simple this activity is for kids, as well as how many different variations you can do with it! Here's what you need to play tumbling towers: Paper cups Plastic letters (you can also use… Read more

Simple Kid's Activity with Sensory Benefits In honor of National Occupational Therapy Month, Occupational Therapy Assistant Travis Ethen is sharing how to play Shaving Cream Hangman. This activity is a fun twist on an old classic and full of sensory benefits! Here's what you need to play Shaving Cream Hangman with your kids: A bottle of shaving cream A mirror… Read more

Help is within your reach by Troy Vander Molen, PT, DPT Do you suffer with shoulder pain when you lift or carry objects? Do you have difficulty sleeping on that side of your body? Does your shoulder pain suddenly spike when you reach for something? Are you afraid your pain will get worse if you don’t do anything about it?… Read more