Elevate Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine - Johnston

08/04/2026

💼 Sitting at a desk all day can contribute to stiffness, discomfort, and pain, but a standing desk may offer a simple way to add more movement to your workday.

Our latest newsletter explores how alternating between sitting and standing can help reduce prolonged static postures, support better movement habits, and make it easier to stay active throughout the day. You'll also learn why proper desk setup, regular movement breaks, and healthy posture habits are important for reducing strain and supporting long-term comfort. Read the full article to discover how a standing desk may help reduce pain at work! 💙

https://elevateptiowa.com/newsletters/how-a-standing-desk-can-reduce-pain-at-work/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=social

07/31/2026

We spent an afternoon building beds for kids around the Des Moines area that don't have a bed! It was with the local chapter of Sleep In Heavenly Peace. They were wonderful to work with and made it very easy for us who have never done anything like that before. It was a great experience and would love to do again!

07/28/2026

07/24/2026

Check out our newest piece of equipment: the Matrix Leg Press!

This versatile machine works the lower body in many different ways to adapt to all kinds of patients.

Having issues with your lower body? Ask an Elevate PT if the Matrix could help!

07/21/2026

During your LightForce laser therapy at Elevate, you may feel a comfortable heat as the laser penetrates deep in your tissue. The laser must pass directly into your tissue, so we ask you to expose the treatment area. Therapists and patients both wear protective eyewear when the laser is in operation.

Depending on your circumstances, your Elevate PT may recommend laser therapy before or after your traditional treatment.

Need more information? Call our office or ask at your next appointment!

07/17/2026

It works– Deep tissue laser therapy can provide powerful pain relief, promote tissue repair and reduce swelling when other therapies may have failed.

It's fast– The results are often fast, with many patients reporting pain relief and improved range of motion after the very first treatment.

It lasts– After each treatment, patients can expect notable pain relief, with the effects lasting longer after each treatment.

It’s safe– Deep tissue laser therapy can be used on most patients. It offers a safe alternative to opioid painkillers and surgical intervention in many cases.

It’s proven– From head to toe, researchers have concluded that laser therapy is effective for reducing pain, increasing range of motion and improving quality of life for patients suffering from many common and difficult-to-treat conditions.

07/16/2026

HIRING A PHYSICAL THERAPIST~
We are looking for a therapist with the gift of hospitality who are skilled in outpatient care. If you are a match for our culture, we would love to have you join our team of outstanding professionals!

We offer quarterly bonuses in addition to regular salaried compensation. Benefits include PAID MATERNITY LEAVE AND PATERNITY LEAVE, health, vision, dental, short-term disability, long term disability insurance, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) match for retirement and paid holidays.

We are a dynamic, evidence ­based physical therapy clinic specializing in functional orthopedic and sports medicine. We are in need of a full-time physical therapist. Our therapist needs to be a self- ­motivated, organized individual with an advanced degree in physical therapy from an ­accredited physical therapy program.

Click to submit your resume through our website or email [email protected]