WHAT SHOULD I DO NOW?
If you are suffering from any of these conditions, or you are experiencing knee pain in general, it is important to schedule a consultation with a physical therapist. At Johnston Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine, we will conduct a thorough physical evaluation to identify your diagnosis and determine where your pain is stemming from. Afterward, we will create a customized treatment plan based on the needs of your diagnosis and the severity of your symptoms. Our treatment plans will incorporate both passive and active therapies for treating pain. Passive therapies are aimed at pain relief and healing, including specialized treatments such as manual therapy, ice and heat therapies, ultrasound, or electrical stimulation. Active therapies are aimed at increasing strength, flexibility, range of motion, and overall function. These include condition-specific exercises and stretches that will target the affected area and any areas that may be contributing to the pain. We will also provide you with helpful tips and techniques for avoiding further injury in the future. If your knees are paining you, don’t wait to find relief. Schedule an appointment with us at Johnston Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine, and we will help get you back on track to being the best runner you can be!
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STAFF SPOTLIGHT
Alyssa Bolger, PT, DPT Alyssa is a familiar face in Johnston, growing up in the neighborhood. She was excited to have the opportunitytoreturnhome, joiningJPT in2014after graduating from Marquette University. She played various sports growing up, and has carried this active-mindset into the clinical setting. She enjoys focusing on the patient as a whole, incorporating functional exercises to better assist the patient to reach their personal goals and returning to the
activities they love. She recently returned to our clinic from her maternity leave. Shehasbeenenjoyingspending timewithherexpanding family, includingherbaby boy, Liam!Shealsoenjoys outdoor activities and theDes Moines Farmer’s Market. She will be running the DSM Women’s Half Marathon Relay this May! EDUCATION • Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences, Marquette University • Doctorate of Physical Therapy, Marquette University • Specialties: general orthopedics, sports medicine, functional exercises, pediatric care, and women’s health • Certifications: Selective Functional Movement Assessment, Functional Dry Needling, Strength and Conditioning, • Certified Applied Functional Science(CAFS)
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