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Physical Therapists - Altoona, IA

We found 34 physical therapists in Altoona, IA. See refinement options below.

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Andrea Reser, DPT, PT

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2720 8th Street SW, Altoona, IA 50009

musculoskeletal problems

Ms. Andrea Reser practices physical therapy in Clive, IA and Altoona, IA.
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Amy C. Carnahan, DPT, PT

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2720 8th Street SW, Altoona, IA 50009

Ms. Amy Carnahan works as a physical therapy specialist in Ankeny, IA and Altoona, IA.
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Amanda L. Backes, LAT, PT

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3160 8th Street SW, Altoona, IA

Ms. Amanda Backes specializes in physical therapy and practices in Altoona, IA.
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Amy M. Halfman, DPT

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3160 8th Street SW, Altoona, IA

Ms. Amy Halfman works as a physical therapy specialist in Altoona, IA.
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Dr. Mark Robert Adams Jr., DPT

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2720 8th Street SW, Altoona, IA 50009

Dr. Mark Adams is a physical therapy specialist in Altoona, IA.
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Gina Huth, DPT, PT

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3770 8th Street SW, Altoona, IA

Ms. Gina Huth practices physical therapy in Altoona, IA.
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Jessica K. Pieken, DPT

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2720 8th Street SW, Altoona, IA

Ms. Jessica Pieken practices physical therapy in Altoona, IA.
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Michael D. Wall, PT

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2720 8th Street SW, Altoona, IA 50009

Mr. Michael Wall specializes in physical therapy and practices in Altoona, IA.
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Celeste Rodriguez Bartelt, PT

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3770 8th Street SW, Altoona, IA

Ms. Celeste Rodriguez Bartelt specializes in physical therapy and practices in Altoona, IA.
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Liz Ann Rivenburgh, PT

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2720 8th Street SW, Altoona, IA

Ms. Elizabeth Rivenburgh practices pediatric physical therapy in Altoona, IA and Des Moines, IA.
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Todd J. Dodson, MPT

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2720 8th Street SW, Altoona, IA 50009

Mr. Todd Dodson practices physical therapy in Altoona, IA.
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Abbey Rene Metzger, DPT

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2720 8th Street SW, Altoona, IA

Ms. Abbey Metzger works as a physical therapy specialist in Altoona, IA.
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Katie Denker, DPT

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3160 8th Street SW, Altoona, IA

Ms. Katie Denker practices physical therapy in Altoona, IA.
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Abigail J. Gillard, DPT, PT

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3770 8th Street SW, Altoona, IA

Ms. Abigail Gillard specializes in physical therapy and practices in Altoona, IA.
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Brenda Catherine Stein, P.T.

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3160 8th Street SW, Altoona, IA

Ms. Brenda Stein works as a physical therapy specialist in Altoona, IA.
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Callie Kay Hopper, DPT

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3160 8th Street SW, Altoona, IA

Ms. Callie Hopper is a physical therapy specialist in Altoona, IA.

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What is Physical Therapy?

When injury or disease limit a patient's ability to move and enjoy day-to-day activities without hurting, physical therapy helps restore movement and function. Physical therapy can increase strength, balance, and range of motion while reducing stiffness and pain. In some cases it may even be a safe and non-invasive alternative to pain medications or surgery.

Because physical therapy is used to treat an incredibly wide variety of ailments, each patient's experience may be slightly different. In general, however, physical therapy appointments will consist of an examination, physical therapy treatments, and instructions about helpful ways to move or techniques to approach physical challenges.

The treatments used in physical therapy help to increase movement, reduce pain, and speed healing. They may include, among others:

Stretching
Strength exercises
Massage
Water therapy
Ultrasound therapy
Heat or cold therapy

Physical therapy is useful for many different problems. Almost any injury or disease that makes it painful or difficult to move can be treated with physical therapy. A few examples of conditions regularly seen by physical therapists include:

Injuries, including fractures, sprains, and strains
Lower back pain
Post-surgical care
Amputation
Stroke or brain injury
Dizziness and loss of balance
Muscle disorders
Developmental delays

Being able to go about your daily life effectively and comfortably is a key component of independence. Restoring that function is the work of physical therapists.