Performance Rehab Physical & Occupational Therapy

Performance Rehab Physical & Occupational Therapy Physical & Occupational Therapy serving Northeast Iowa communities and athletes Performance Rehab Jesup Clinic
1314 7th St. Unit A. Sumner, IA 50674

Performance Rehab provides a full scope of outpatient, inpatient, industrial rehab and home health services. Our therapists provide individualized hands on therapy with a commitment to educating patients and the community in the promotion of injury prevention, general wellness and a healthy lifestyle. Jesup, IA 50648
Monday-Thursday 7:30AM-5:00PM
Friday 7:30AM-12:00PM
Closed Saturday & Sunday

Performance Rehab Sumner Clinic
909 W 1st St.

09/01/2026

Back to school means busy days ahead!

Help your kids start the school year safely with these simple safety tips. From the bus stop to the classroom, a little preparation goes a long way! 🚸💙

How can Physical & Occupational Therapy help with Autism? Many people associate Autism with speech and social delays, bu...
08/27/2026

How can Physical & Occupational Therapy help with Autism?

Many people associate Autism with speech and social delays, but motor skill challenges are also common. Physical & Occupational Therapy helps children build balance, coordination, and body control through structured movement.

Consistent physical activity is important, as it supports improved energy levels, better sleep patterns, and mood regulation. Beyond the physical benefits, participating in guided movement activities provides an environment for children to practice following directions, communicating, and interacting safely with peers and family.

PT’s and OT’s utilize structured, individualized treatment programs to directly address these developmental delays, as well as sensory processing differences. By focusing on fundamental gross motor skills and safely introducing varied physical stimuli, Physical and Occupational Therapy can help children with Autism improve their gross motor skills, engage in regular exercise and regulate responses to their environment.

Fall sports are right around the corner, and whether your child plays soccer, football, volleyball, or running cross cou...
08/20/2026

Fall sports are right around the corner, and whether your child plays soccer, football, volleyball, or running cross country, keeping them injury-free and safe should be your top priority this season, and the next!

The good news? Most youth sports injuries can be prevented with the right approach & here are some tips⬇️

🔹Start with Smart Conditioning
Conditioning is the foundation of injury prevention. Young athletes should begin training at least 4-6 weeks before their sport starts. This gives their bodies time to adapt slowly. Start with the basics like jogging, jumping jacks, and bodyweight squats.

🔹The Power of a Proper Warm-Up
Never skip the warm-up! Spend 10-15 minutes doing light cardio and dynamic stretches. Save static stretching (where you hold the stretch) for after practice.

🔹Recovery is Not Optional
Here's what many parents don't realize: rest days are as important as training days. During rest, muscles repair and grow. Young athletes need at least one full rest day per week. They also need 8-9 hours of sleep each night.

🔹Fuel the Machine
Good nutrition powers performance and prevents injuries. Make sure your young athlete eats regular meals with plenty of fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and whole grains. Don't forget hydration! Water should be their go-to drink, save the sports drinks for when they're exercising for over an hour.

🔹Listen to Their Body
Teach your child that pain is not normal. The old saying "no pain, no gain" is dangerous for young athletes. Some muscle soreness after hard workouts is normal, but sharp pain or pain that doesn't go away needs attention. Help your young athlete learn to pay attention to their body, and to understand the difference.

🔹When to See a Professional
If your child has pain that lasts more than a few days, affects their daily activities, or keeps them from playing their best, give us a call! Early treatment prevents small problems from becoming big ones. Remember, the goal is to keep sports fun while building lifelong healthy habits. With proper preparation and smart training, your young athlete can have a safe and successful season!

🌡️ HOW WE KEEP OUR ATHLETES SAFE IN THE HEAT🌡️ As summer practices begin, we want parents to understand how we determine...
08/12/2026

🌡️ HOW WE KEEP OUR ATHLETES SAFE IN THE HEAT🌡️

As summer practices begin, we want parents to understand how we determine when heat becomes unsafe for our student-athletes. We use WBGT (Wet Bulb Globe Temperature) rather than simply the temperature on a weather app. WBGT considers temperature, humidity, sunlight and wind to measure the actual heat stress placed on the body during exercise. Our athletic programs follow the Iowa High School Athletic Association (IHSAA) and Iowa Sports Medicine Advisory Committee heat-modification guidelines.

🏈 Iowa WBGT Guidelines

🟢 ≤79.7°F — NORMAL
Normal practice and equipment.

🟡 79.8–84.6°F — CAUTION
Limit prolonged/intense activity and provide 3 rest/water breaks per hour.

🟠 84.7–87.6°F — HIGH RISK
Practice limited to 2 hours, reduced football equipment, additional rest/water breaks, and modified conditioning.

🔴 87.7–89.7°F — VERY HIGH RISK
Practice limited to 1 hour, shorts/T-shirt/footwear only, NO conditioning, and at least 20 minutes of rest during the hour.

⚫ ≥89.8°F — NO OUTDOOR ACTIVITY
Outdoor practice must be delayed or cancelled until conditions improve.

📈 Why do we take this seriously?
Heat illness risk rises significantly as environmental heat increases. Research involving football players found that exertional heat illness occurred at approximately 7 times the rate when WBGT was 82–86°F compared with WBGT below 82°F.
That is why a practice that may look completely normal from the sidelines can require significant changes as the WBGT rises.

🧊 What are we doing?
Our athletic staff monitors WBGT throughout practice and adjusts equipment, practice length, intensity and rest breaks as conditions change. We also emphasize hydration, heat acclimatization, athlete monitoring and having appropriate emergency cooling available. Most importantly, athletes are encouraged to speak up if they don't feel right. When you see practice shortened, equipment removed, extra water breaks added, or practice cancelled because of the heat, know that these decisions aren't arbitrary. They are part of Iowa's heat-safety guidelines and are designed to reduce the risk of heat illness while allowing our athletes to safely train and compete.

Safety comes first. Always🏈💜💛

Our athletic programs follow the current Iowa WBGT Heat Modification Policy and applicable IHSAA/IGHSAU guidance.

Any Questions? Please contact:
Mike VanDenHul, LAT, ATC, PTA
[email protected]

Thank you to everyone who helped get our Jesup Clinic to the next round of voting for Cedar Valleys Best of the Best! Vo...
07/14/2026

Thank you to everyone who helped get our Jesup Clinic to the next round of voting for Cedar Valleys Best of the Best!

Voting is now open and will remain open through August 2nd. You have the opportunity to vote once each day, and you can find us under the Health & Fitness section. We are honored and extremely grateful to be part of the Cedar Valleys Best!

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Parade festivities for Jesup Farmers Day! ☀️
07/11/2026

Parade festivities for Jesup Farmers Day! ☀️

Struggling to get a quality nights sleep? 💤 Sleep plays a critical role in physical health, mental clarity, and emotiona...
07/05/2026

Struggling to get a quality nights sleep? 💤

Sleep plays a critical role in physical health, mental clarity, and emotional well-being. It helps the body recover, supports the immune system, and boosts cognitive function. Unfortunately, insufficient sleep can lead to increased stress, irritability, and health issues.

Here are a few sleep tips ⬇️

☀️ Maintain a Consistent Sleep Schedule: Go to bed and wake up at the same time daily.

📺 Limit Screen Exposure: Reduce screen time an hour before bed to minimize blue light interference.

📚 Establish a Bedtime Routine: Include calming activities like reading or taking a warm bath before sleep.

☕️ Mind Your Diet: Avoid heavy meals, caffeine, and alcohol close to bedtime.

🛏️ Create an Ideal Sleep Environment: Keep the bedroom dark and cool to signal to the body that it’s time to rest.

Summer Lifting Tips for Summer Activities ☀️The Safe Lifting Checklist:🔸Get close to what you're lifting🔸Bend your knees...
06/20/2026

Summer Lifting Tips for Summer Activities ☀️

The Safe Lifting Checklist:
🔸Get close to what you're lifting
🔸Bend your knees, not your back
🔸Keep the object close to your body
🔸Lift with your legs
🔸Don't twist while holding something heavy

Pack Smart for Travel:
🔸Use a suitcase with wheels
🔸Pack heavy items in smaller bags

Before You Drive:
🔸Adjust seat so knees are slightly higher than hips
🔸Place a small pillow behind your lower back
🔸Be sure you can reach the pedals without straining

During the Trip:
🔸Stop every hour to walk and stretch
🔸Do simple stretches at rest stops
🔸Stay hydrated

🔹Don’t forget to vote🔹It’s that time of year again! Help our Jesup clinic receive Best of the Best in the Cedar Valley! ...
06/16/2026

🔹Don’t forget to vote🔹

It’s that time of year again! Help our Jesup clinic receive Best of the Best in the Cedar Valley!

Click the link, scroll down to ‘Health & Fitness’ and find our clinic under the Physical Therapy category. Don’t forget you can make a vote very day⬇️

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We appreciate your support!

It’s that time of year again! Help our Jesup clinic receive Best of the Best in the Cedar Valley! Click the link, scroll...
06/09/2026

It’s that time of year again! Help our Jesup clinic receive Best of the Best in the Cedar Valley!

Click the link, scroll down to ‘Health & Fitness’ and find our clinic under the Physical Therapy category. Don’t forget you can make a vote very day! ⬇️

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We appreciate your support!

Address

204 E Charles Street
Oelwein, IA
50662

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 3pm

Telephone

+13192832002

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