Lake Area Therapy Services

07/23/2026

Everyone wish Darci a very happy birthday! 🎉

We are so thankful to have you on our LATS team!

07/01/2026

The next post in our “movement matters at every age and stage” segment is going to talk about the importance of keeping young athletes healthy and getting back in the game! ⚽👟

Kids today are more active than ever, which is fantastic, but it also means that sports-related injuries are on the rise.

Whether your young athlete is dealing with:

- A standard ankle sprain 🤕
- Typical growing pains 🌱
- A more significant injury from the soccer field 🥅
..physical therapy is a crucial tool for helping their growing bodies heal correctly! By focusing on proper movement mechanics, a physical therapist can make sure that a childhood sports injury doesn't turn into a lifelong problem.

Let's keep those young athletes safe, healthy, and doing what they love! 💪

06/26/2026

Happy birthday to YOU, Lynn! ❤️ Cheers to another year! May your hands never cramp, your thumb joints stay strong, and your continuing ed (CEU) credits magically complete themselves. 🙌🏼 We are thankful for you!

06/23/2026

The next “movement matters at every age and stage” is going to talk about Torticollis! 👶

Have you ever noticed your newborn constantly tilting their head to one side or struggling to turn their neck in both directions? This is actually a very common condition known as Torticollis. It is usually caused by a tight neck muscle and is most frequently noticed shortly after birth.

The great news? Early intervention is incredibly effective! Here is how a pediatric physical therapist can help your little one:
- Parent Education: PTs will teach parents gentle stretching techniques to help relieve the tight muscle.
- Play-Based Positioning: They will show you fun, play-based positions that encourage your baby to naturally move their head into a neutral position.
- Long-Term Prevention: Working on these movements early on prevents long-term postural issues from developing!

If you notice your baby favoring one side, a physical therapist can give you all the tools you need to help them comfortably look at the world around them! 🌍✨

06/17/2026

The next post in our segment of “movement matters at every age and stage" is going to talk about specialized care for Cerebral Palsy. 💙

Did you know that Cerebral Palsy (CP) is the most common motor disability in childhood? Even though it is common, CP is incredibly unique because it affects every single child differently! Some kiddos might experience muscle stiffness (known as spasticity), while others might navigate difficulties with balance or involuntary movements.

This is exactly where Physical Therapists step in to make a massive difference. PTs work hand-in-hand with families to provide personalized, compassionate care.

Here is how they help support these amazing kids:
💪 Designing Custom Exercise Programs: Tailored specifically to build and improve each child's strength.
🧘 Providing Gentle Stretching: To help comfortably manage and relieve muscle tightness.
🦽 Assisting with Specialized Equipment: Helping families fit and use tools like braces or wheelchairs so the child can navigate their world with as much independence as possible!

Physical therapy isn't just about helping kids move—it's about empowering them to explore their world confidently and celebrate every victory, big or small!

06/16/2026

Hey friends! 👋

We are going to do a new segment on “Movement Matters at Every Age & Stage.”

When most people hear the words "physical therapy," they usually picture an athlete recovering from a torn ACL or a grandparent rehabbing after a hip replacement. But PT isn't just for adults!

While our clinic is mostly focused on treating adults, we know how incredibly important Pediatric PT is for the little ones. It’s not necessarily about fixing an injury; it's all about helping children grow, develop, and build confidence through movement.

Here is a quick look at some of the key "Motor Milestones" pediatric PTs focus on:
🌟 Rolling over and sitting up all by themselves
🌟 Crawling and pulling up to stand
🌟 Walking, running, and jumping! 🏃‍♂️

Every child develops at their own unique pace. But, if you ever notice a kiddo falling behind on these benchmarks, moving a bit awkwardly, or struggling with coordination (even with fun rhythm activities like clapping along to a song 🎶), a pediatric physical therapist can be a total game-changer. They are absolute experts at improving balance and body awareness to help get kids right back on track!

06/06/2026

Grandma’s Marathon is only TWO WEEKS AWAY! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

Our team is getting excited! Three of our very own therapists are lacing up to tackle the half marathon again this year.

Are any of our friends or patients running too? Let us know in the comments below so we can look out for you and cheer you on! 👇👟

Good luck to you and the rest of the team with the taper and those final two weeks of training before the 20th!

05/27/2026

Happy Birthday to the life of the clinic, Leah! 🎉

Thank you for bringing so much joy and passion to everything you do. We’re incredibly lucky to have you on the team—hope your day is as wonderful as you are!

05/25/2026

05/13/2026

Did you know that 'rest' isn't always the best recovery? 🛌

It’s easy to think we should stay still until the pain is totally gone, but gentle movement actually helps 'desensitize' the area and speeds up the healing process. Our goal isn't just to fix an injury; it’s to help you move better as a whole person.

If that 'wait and see' approach isn't working for you, let's get you moving again.

👇 Comment below: What activity are you most excited for this summer?

Our PT, Allie says “I’m looking forward to getting some miles in! 👟”