Physical therapists are well known for working with muscles – such as the hamstrings, biceps, or muscles of the back. Most people are surprised to learn that physical therapists also work on muscles inside the pelvis. While the pelvic muscles don’t get as much attention as the biceps or hamstrings, they can still cause problems that need treatment. Here are … Read More
Liza Piper, PT, MPT, recently participated in the 10-day 2022 Birth Healing Summit hosted virtually by the Institute for Birth Healing. Over the 10 days, there were 20 different presentations from throughout the world given by physical therapists, occupational therapists, a Medical Doctor, obstetrician-gynecologist, Midwife, Psychologist, International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant, and fitness experts. The overriding theme for the Summit was … Read More
Liza Piper, PT, MPT, physical therapist at Northern Rehab in Genoa, recently completed extensive training in pelvic floor rehabilitation through Herman and Wallace Pelvic Rehabilitation Institute. The pelvic floor is made of up muscles, ligaments and connective tissues that comprise the base of the pelvis. Pelvic floor physical therapy involves assessment and treatment of the pelvic floor musculature and surrounding … Read More
We’re excited to announce Physical Therapist, Liza Piper, PT, MPT, is celebrating her 15 year anniversary at Northern Rehab! Liza joined Northern Rehab in 2005 as a Physical Therapy Technician while attending college at Northern Illinois University in the Pre-Physical Therapy program. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Rehabilitation Services in 2009, a Bachelor of Health Science in 2010, … Read More
Liza Piper, Physical Therapist at our Genoa clinic, recently attended a continuing education course in Milwaukee, WI on Visceral Functional Mobilization(TM). This 3 day lab intensive course focused on gaining mobility of structures throughout the abdomen and pelvis. Limited visceral mobility impacts skeletal mobility and function of the involved organ. Abdominal structures can refer pain into the neck, shoulder, back, pelvis … Read More
PT, MPT Physical Therapist lpiperpt@northernrehabpt.com Education Liza graduated in May 2012 from Northern Illinois University with a Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy. She earned her Bachelor of Health Science in 2010 and her Bachelor of Science in Rehabilitation Services in 2009. Liza has had training through the Institute of Physical Art specializing in advanced treatment techniques for functional manual therapy, … Read More