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Mountain Laurel Physical Therapy One-on-one care to alleviate your pain & dizziness to get you back to the activities you love

Ever walk into Target and suddenly feel dizzy, overwhelmed, foggy, or off balance?You’re not imagining it.Big box stores...
09/11/2026

Ever walk into Target and suddenly feel dizzy, overwhelmed, foggy, or off balance?

You’re not imagining it.

Big box stores can be a major trigger for people with vestibular issues because of:

bright lighting
busy visual patterns
long aisles
lots of movement
sensory overload

For some people, this can bring on dizziness, motion sensitivity, nausea, disorientation, or that “I just need to get out of here” feeling.

This can happen with conditions like vestibular migraine, PPPD, visual motion sensitivity, and other vestibular disorders.

The good news? There’s usually a reason for what you’re feeling — and treatment can help.

At Mountain Laurel Physical Therapy, we help identify the root cause of dizziness and create a plan to help you feel more steady and confident in everyday environments.

If stores, crowds, scrolling, or busy spaces make you feel off, a vestibular evaluation may help.

đź“ŤMountain Laurel Physical Therapy
đź“ž Reach out to learn more or schedule an evaluation: (515) 520-8037

I was extremely stressed over starting therapy with the Mountain Laurel group.Having gone through cancer and related sid...
09/04/2026

I was extremely stressed over starting therapy with the Mountain Laurel group.
Having gone through cancer and related side effects I am admittedly over concerned related to any new tasks! The staff put my concerns at ease and their ongoing professionalism was refreshing! Definitely a breath of fresh air in the therapy arena!

Dyann

We’re excited to make specialized physical therapy more accessible. 🤍Mountain Laurel Physical Therapy is currently in ne...
09/03/2026

We’re excited to make specialized physical therapy more accessible. 🤍

Mountain Laurel Physical Therapy is currently in network with:

• Medicare
• Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Aetna
• UnitedHealthcare

Whether you’re dealing with dizziness, balance problems, vestibular symptoms, headaches, neck pain, or orthopedic concerns, our team is here to help you understand what’s going on and build a treatment plan around your goals.

đź“Ť West Des Moines
🌿 Specialized vestibular, balance & orthopedic care
đź“ž (515) 520-8037
đź’» mountainlaurelpt.com

Insurance coverage and benefits can vary by individual plan, so our team is happy to help you verify your benefits before your first visit.

Dizziness isn’t always “just dizziness.” Your inner ear plays a major role in balance, spatial awareness, and how your b...
09/02/2026

Dizziness isn’t always “just dizziness.” Your inner ear plays a major role in balance, spatial awareness, and how your brain processes movement.

Signs that your vestibular system may be involved can include dizziness when rolling in bed, feeling unsteady while walking, motion sensitivity, or nausea with head movement.

The key is figuring out why you’re dizzy—because different vestibular conditions require different treatments.

At Mountain Laurel Physical Therapy, we specialize in evaluating dizziness and balance disorders so treatment is based on the actual cause, not just the symptoms.

đź“Ť West Des Moines
đź“ž Reach out to schedule a vestibular evaluation: (515) 520-8037

Our Doctor of Physical Therapist, Katherine, shared a wealth of knowledge at our Balance and Fall Prevention workshop to...
09/02/2026

Our Doctor of Physical Therapist, Katherine, shared a wealth of knowledge at our Balance and Fall Prevention workshop today!

At Mountain Laurel, we focus on the root cause of your imbalance and create individualized treatment plans to help you feel steady again.

Katherine, thank you for sharing your expertise on the science of balance and for providing tips to help our community!

"I am so appreciative of the staff at Mountain Laurel PT. From reception to the doctors, they are all top notch at what ...
08/31/2026

"I am so appreciative of the staff at Mountain Laurel PT. From reception to the doctors, they are all top notch at what the do and truly care!"

When you work in a family-friendly clinic, sometimes the cutest models are already part of the MLPT family. 🤍While Megan...
08/30/2026

When you work in a family-friendly clinic, sometimes the cutest models are already part of the MLPT family. 🤍

While Megan and Millie are stealing the show here, we also want to highlight Sadie’s passion and skills in pediatric physical therapy!

Sadie works with kiddos experiencing concerns such as torticollis, toe walking, developmental delays, strength and coordination challenges, and more. Pediatric PT can help little ones build strong movement patterns early and give parents practical tools to support them at home.

If you’ve been wondering about the way your child moves, plays, walks, or develops, we’d love to help you figure out the next step. 💛

đź“Ť Mountain Laurel Physical Therapy

Ever feel like the room spins when you roll over in bed, look up, or bend down? You could be dealing with BPPV — Benign ...
08/29/2026

Ever feel like the room spins when you roll over in bed, look up, or bend down? You could be dealing with BPPV — Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo. 🌀

BPPV happens when tiny crystals in the inner ear move into a place they don’t belong, which can send the brain incorrect information about movement and trigger brief, intense episodes of vertigo.

Specialized vestibular goggles allow us to closely observe eye movements during testing, helping us identify **which ear and which canal may be involved**.

And this is exactly why Mountain Laurel Physical Therapy is the place to go for dizziness and vertigo. Vestibular care is one of our specialties, and our clinicians have advanced training and equipment specifically designed to evaluate and treat these conditions. We don’t just guess at what’s causing your dizziness — we take the time to figure out the why and treat it appropriately.

The good news? BPPV is very treatable with specific repositioning maneuvers, and many people experience significant improvement quickly.

If dizziness is making everyday movement feel unpredictable, come see the team that treats vestibular conditions every day. 🌿

"I sought out vestibular therapy at Mountain Laurel and could not be happier with my treatment and provider. Katherine l...
08/29/2026

"I sought out vestibular therapy at Mountain Laurel and could not be happier with my treatment and provider. Katherine listened to my concerns and developed a personalized treatment plan to meet my goals. I would highly recommend Mountain Laurel to anyone needing vestibular therapy!"

Kristen

Foot or ankle pain keeping you from moving the way you want to? 🦶Whether you’re dealing with a recent injury, lingering ...
08/28/2026

Foot or ankle pain keeping you from moving the way you want to? 🦶

Whether you’re dealing with a recent injury, lingering stiffness, instability, or pain that just won’t go away, physical therapy can help get to the root of the problem—not just treat the symptoms.

Chris works with patients to improve mobility, strength, balance, and confidence so they can get back to walking, running, working out, or simply moving through daily life with less pain.

Your feet and ankles are the foundation for so much of what you do. Don’t ignore them! 🌿

Address

974 73rd Street Suite 33
Clive, IA
50265

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+15155208037

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