Therapy OPS

10/15/2026

Physical therapy helps to strengthen muscles, restore movement and help the body to heal. October is National Physical Therapy Month and we'd like to take a moment to recognize Sammi, Ann and Grace for their amazing dedication to helping those in need. They are fun, creative and yes, very good at chasing down all the runners! Thank you to our PT team for all your amazing work!

10/14/2026

You see your child acting out a questionable behavior and you think to yourself, is this typical or is this a learning opportunity? If this ever happens to you, you are not alone. The line between acceptable and unacceptable behaviors is a very blurry one so we asked occupational therapists Jenna and Meagan to talk a bit about this topic. Your kiddo tired, irritated, imitation and copying of peers, trying to be more independent, having big feelings of the unknown or even attempting to take someone else's perspective? Come find out what is expected at this age and what isn't!
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10/12/2026

Did you know that Therapy OPS offers a month support group for caregivers? It's true! Our support group has a general format and is open to all caregivers who have a person in their life who has different needs/abilities. This group is free for anyone to join, you do not need to be part of the Therapy OPS family.
The group meets the second Tuesday of every month at Therapy OPS in Inver Grove Heights from 5:30 to 7 pm. You can come to share your experiences, your wins, listen to other's experiences and connect with other caregivers. Please note, there is NO childcare available and there will be families in the building until 6 pm. Come join us!
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10/07/2026

Supporting early language development isn’t about getting your child to “say the right word”—it’s about creating meaningful opportunities to communicate! Try to avoid asking too many questions, prompting your child to repeat words, or forcing them to interact with toys. Instead, follow your child’s lead, model simple words and sounds during play, and move or change things in their environment to create natural opportunities for communication. When we slow down, join in their play, and respond to what they’re already interested in, we give children more opportunities to connect, communicate, and learn!
https://youtu.be/dFGk-eh0Nrk
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10/03/2026

🚀 We're Hiring! 🚀
At Therapy OPS, we don’t just work—we laugh, create, dance, and celebrate our wins together! 🎉 Whether it’s sensory play, superhero dress-up days, or epic water week shenanigans, our team knows how to make therapy fun for kids and therapists alike!
We’re looking for passionate and playful Occupational Therapists (OTs), Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs), Speech Therapists (STs) and Physical Therapist (PTs) to join our crew at both our Inver Grove Heights and Hastings locations! If you’re ready to make a difference in kids’ lives while having a blast doing it, we want to meet you! If you're not an OT but love what we do, please help us spread the word!
💪 Why Join Us?
✨ Collaborative, supportive team
🎈 A creative and energetic environment
🌟 Opportunities for professional growth
🎉 A workplace that truly feels like family
If this sounds like your vibe, apply now or share with a friend who would love to be part of our rainbow of awesomeness! 🌈

10/02/2026

💜 **Wishing Jodi all the best!** 💜

Yesterday was Jodi’s last day at TOPS after 3 wonderful years! We are so grateful for the knowledge, experience, patience, and fun she brought to our team. Jodi has a special way of meeting kids where they are, creating a calm and supportive environment, and making therapy fun along the way. Her experience, compassion, and ability to connect with the kids and families she works with have made a lasting impact.

Whether she was sharing a laugh with coworkers, singing karaoke at a holiday party, or embracing her love of Halloween and dressing up, Jodi always brought her own special personality to TOPS. We will miss her easygoing nature, sense of humor, and the warmth she brought to our team.

We’re excited to see Jodi take the next step in her career and work full-time with adults with trauma backgrounds—a population she has always cared deeply about and worked with alongside her pediatric work. While we will definitely miss having her at TOPS, we’re so happy she gets to pursue something that means so much to her.

Thank you, Jodi, for 3 amazing years. You will be missed more than you know!

10/02/2026

Congrats our friend on working hard in OT, happy graduation!

09/29/2026

Did you know that it's typical for children to fall dozens of times a day when they are young. But how much is too much falling and when will it stop!?!?! In this video, physical therapists Sam and Lindsey talk about when falling is appropriate and what signs you may need to keep your eye on.
https://youtu.be/nWBvmEkMORo
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Do you ever feel like your young child falls down too much? Are yo...

09/25/2026

The most common gait deviations we see in children are in-toeing, out-toeing, and toe walking. Toe walking can be normal in new walkers, but it should be occurring < 50% of the time by 18 months after independent walking. Often times, toe-walkers compensate with out-toeing, or “duck walking”, which can lead to hip and knee pain in the future. Toe walkers can also have a difficult time squatting, jumping, and navigating stairs. In-toeing can be caused by w-sitting or core and hip weakness. In-toeing can be problematic because it leads to frequent tripping and can also cause hip and knee pain in the future. To treat gait deviations, we often use different strengthening activities for the hip and core, balance activities, and stretch muscles that are tight. It’s important to treat gait deviations early on for the best outcomes!

09/23/2026

Has it really been 1 year already?
Please join us in celebrating Shayla's 1-year work anniversary with TOPS! 🥳👏
We’re incredibly lucky to have Shayla on our Occupational Therapy Team. She always keeps things fun, interesting and is willing to meet her kiddo anywhere. Just earlier this week, we heard her doing an amazing British accent that transported her session (and our OT Hallway) back to an 1800's English train station! Best session ever! She's an amazing person and we are so grateful to have her!
Happy work anniversary Shayla!! 🎊