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Gottsche Rehabilitation Center is transitioning into Gottsche Performance & Longevity. is a non-profit located in the Big Horn Basin of Wyoming.

We offer Physical/Occupational Therapy, Wellness/Gyms & whole body performance & recovery to the public.

10/30/2026

🎃 Our clinics brought the Halloween spirit—now YOU pick the winners! Scroll through the photos and react to your favorites for Best Clinic and Best Employee Costume. 👻🏆

Voting closes Monday, 11/2 at 8 AM. Let the friendly competition begin!

10/30/2026

💙 PT Month Spotlight: A Heartfelt Thank You!

As Physical Therapy Month comes to a close, our appreciation for Gottsche’s physical therapists and physical therapist assistants continues all year.

Behind every milestone is a team that listens, encourages, adapts, and celebrates alongside our patients. From taking those first steps after surgery to returning to work, enjoying the outdoors, or keeping up with family—you help people work toward what matters most to them.

Thank you to our PTs and PTAs for the skill, compassion, and dedication you bring to our rural communities. You help make care personal, progress meaningful, and impossible experiences possible.

We’re grateful for you this month—and every month. 💙

Has a Gottsche PT or PTA made a difference in your life? Leave them a thank-you in the comments!

10/28/2026

❄️ Cold Weather Warm-Up: 4 Moves Before Outdoor Activity

Heading out for a walk, hunting, or tackling outdoor chores? Give your body a gradual start before stepping into the cold!

Try these four gentle moves indoors:

🚶 1. March in place | 1–2 minutes
Start slowly, lifting your feet to a comfortable height and letting your arms swing naturally.
👉 Why it helps: Gradually raises your heart rate and gets your legs and arms moving before more demanding activity.

👟 2. Alternating heel digs | 10 each side
Place one heel forward with your toes pointing up, then return and switch feet. Keep your knees slightly soft.
👉 Why it helps: Gently moves your ankles and legs while practicing the weight shifts you use when walking.

🔄 3. Shoulder rolls | 5 forward + 5 backward
Slowly roll your shoulders up, around, and down. Keep the movement relaxed and comfortable.
👉 Why it helps: Eases your shoulders into motion before activities that involve reaching, carrying, or using your arms.

💪 4. Mini squats | 8–10 repetitions
With feet about shoulder-width apart, gently bend your hips and knees into a shallow squat, then stand tall. Keep your heels on the floor.
👉 Why it helps: Engages your thigh and hip muscles and rehearses movements used for bending, stepping, and getting up and down.

Aim for 5–10 minutes of warming up overall. Add easy walking or repeat gentle movements, then begin your outdoor activity at a slower pace.

Use a sturdy counter for support if needed, and stop if a movement causes pain or you feel dizzy or unwell.

💙 Need help adapting movement to your abilities? Gottsche’s physical therapy team can help you prepare for the activities you enjoy.

10/27/2026

💙 World Occupational Therapy Day | Participation Matters

Life is full of meaningful moments...getting ready for the day, making a family meal, participating in the classroom, returning to work, or enjoying a favorite hobby.

Being able to take part matters. These everyday activities, roles, and routines help us connect with others, express who we are, and find purpose in our days.

Occupational therapy helps people build skills, adapt to challenges, and find ways to participate in the activities that matter most to them.

At Gottsche, that means understanding each person’s goals and working together toward greater independence, confidence, and quality of life.

Today, we celebrate our occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants for the creativity, compassion, and dedication they bring to our patients and communities.

Thank you for helping make impossible experiences possible, one meaningful moment at a time. 💙

10/26/2026

UPDATE: The phones are back up. Thank you for your patience.

📞 Worland Clinic Phone Outage

Our Worland clinic’s phone service is currently down. If you need to reach us for scheduling, questions, or any other assistance, please call our Thermopolis clinic at 307-864-2146 and our team will be happy to help!

Thank you for your patience and understanding! 💙

10/26/2026

🔎 What Does a Physical Therapist Actually Evaluate?

Your first PT visit starts with getting to know YOU! What you’re feeling, what’s become difficult, and what you want to get back to doing.

Depending on your needs, your physical therapist may evaluate:

💬 Your symptoms and health history.
When did the problem start? What makes it better or worse? How does it affect your day?

↔️ Your movement and flexibility.
How comfortably can your joints and muscles move? Where are you feeling restricted?

💪 Your strength.
How well do your muscles support you during everyday activities?

⚖️ Your balance and coordination.
How steady do you feel when standing, walking, turning, or navigating uneven ground?

🚶 Your everyday movements.
Your PT may watch how you walk, climb stairs, reach, or get up from a chair to understand what’s challenging.

🎯 Your goals.
Whether it’s returning to work, heading out hunting, or keeping up with your grandkids, your goals help shape your care.

Your PT also checks for concerns that may need another healthcare provider’s attention. The findings help guide a personalized treatment plan and provide a starting point for measuring progress.

💙 At Gottsche, care starts with listening and understanding what moving better means to you.

10/24/2026

💙 World Polio Day: A Personal Connection to Our Purpose

For Gottsche, World Polio Day is a meaningful reminder of the family story behind our mission.

Marguerite Gottsche, daughter of William H. and Carrie Gottsche, lived with polio. Her family sought treatment around the world, but it was here in Thermopolis, in the warm thermal waters, that she found relief from her pain.

That experience inspired her parents to leave funds to establish a rehabilitation center in Thermopolis—helping others access the care that had meant so much to their family. In 1954, that vision became the Gottsche Foundation.

Today, we honor Marguerite’s story and all those whose lives have been affected by polio. We also recognize the health workers, volunteers, and vaccination efforts bringing the world closer to ending this disease.

Her story reminds us why access to care matters: relief, greater independence, and the opportunity to keep doing the things that make life meaningful.

That purpose continues at Gottsche today, through care rooted in our communities and accessible to all, regardless of ability to pay.

Honoring our history. Carrying hope forward. 💙

10/23/2026

🍂❄️ Before the Snow Flies, Give Your Entryway a Safety Check!

Wyoming winter can arrive quickly! A little preparation now can help reduce slips and trips for you, your family, and your visitors.

💡 Light the way.
Check porch lights and replace burned-out bulbs so steps and changes in elevation are easy to see.

🍂 Clear your path.
Sweep away leaves and move shoes, cords, and seasonal decorations out of walking areas—including stairs.

🛠️ Check steps and handrails.
Repair loose or uneven steps. Make sure handrails are secure, ideally on both sides of the stairs.

🚪 Mind your mats.
Use a low-profile mat with a nonslip backing that lies flat. Replace curled or worn mats and wipe up tracked-in moisture promptly.

🧂 Get winter supplies ready.
Keep a shovel and sand or ice melt accessible but out of the walkway. Arrange help with snow removal if needed.

💙 Prepare your balance, too.
If you feel unsteady or worry about falling, our Gottsche physical therapy team can help assess your balance and build a plan around your needs.

A safer winter starts at your front door!

10/21/2026

🎒🦌 Pack It Right: Give Your Back a Better Hunting Season

Before you head into the hills, give some thought to how you load, lift, and put on your hunting pack. A few small adjustments can help reduce strain:

✅ Balance your load.
Keep heavier gear close to your back and centered in the pack. Balance both sides and secure loose items so they don’t shift.

✅ Get close before you lift.
Plant your feet on firm ground, bend through your hips and knees, and keep the pack close. Lift smoothly—avoid jerking or twisting with the weight.

✅ Use a little support.
A sturdy tailgate or bench can make putting on your pack easier. With the pack supported, slip into both shoulder straps before taking its full weight. Ask a buddy for help with a heavy or awkward load.

✅ Let your hips help.
For a pack with a supportive hip belt, position it over your hip bones and snug it first. Then adjust the shoulder straps so the pack stays close and stable.

✅ Know your limits.
If you have to wrestle the pack onto your back, lighten the load or make additional trips. Use the same care when taking it off.

💙 At Gottsche, we help you build the strength and confidence to keep enjoying the outdoors. If back discomfort is holding you back, contact your local clinic.

www.gottsche.org

Address

148 E. Arapahoe
Thermopolis, WY
82443

Opening Hours

Monday	7:30am - 4:30am
Tuesday	7:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	7:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday	7:30am - 4:30pm
Friday	7:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+13078642146

Website

http://www.gottsche.org/

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