Videos
Meet Our PT - Ken Olson
Meet Our PT - Melissa Beck
Meet Our PT - Brandon Clement
Meet Our PT - Kristin Christian
Meet Our PT - Todd Vanatta
Meet Our PT - Melissa Payne Wagner
Introducing Melissa Payne Wagner, lead physical therapist in our Genoa clinic. Learn why Melissa became a PT, the most rewarding part of being a physical therapist, more about her family, and what she enjoys doing in her spare time.
Meet Our PT - Rob Larkins
Meet Our PT - Liza Piper
Introducing Liza Piper, physical therapist in our Genoa clinic. Learn why Liza became a PT, more about her growing family, and how she loves working in the community in which she grew up and currently lives.
Meet Our PT - Lauren Pinnow
Meet Our PT - Nick Pedraza
Morning Exercise Tips by Melissa Beck
Physical Therapist Melissa Beck provides some excellent morning exercises to do before you get out of bed or getting ready for the day.
Knee Protection Strategies by Todd Vanatta
Computer Posture Check
On The Go Exercises by Melissa Payne Wagner
Do you ever find yourself sitting or waiting around, scrolling on your phone while waiting for someone? Whether you are a parent running kids to and from their activities, a caregiver taking loved ones to appointments, or standing in line while shopping, PT Melissa Wagner offers 6 simple, low impact exercises you can do anywhere to help you remain active.
Maintaining Mobility & Flexibility by Rob Larkins
Opioid Crisis by Liza Piper
The current Opioid epidemic in the U.S. has been consistently in the news. While Opioids have a role in addressing pain, there are several risks with opioid use. Physical Therapist Liza Piper, discusses the opioid crisis as well as the best non-opioid alternative options for treating pain, including how physical therapy can effectively manage pain.
Choose the safer way to manage pain – Choose Physical Therapy First
Balance Improvement by Kristin Christian
Physical Therapist, Kristin Christian, explains how our balance system works, three things balance does for you to help you remain upright and not fall, and the good news…when working on balance improvements you can see improvement much faster than if you’re just strengthening muscles.
Kinesio Taping by Melissa Payne Wagner
Melissa Payne Wagner, Northern Rehab’s lead Physical Therapist in Genoa, explains the purpose and uses of Kinesio Tape, the importance and benefits of taping, and shows us a few of her favorite taping techniques.
Proper Sleep Positions by Ken Olson
Physical Therapist, Ken Olson, discusses the importance of sleep and shows examples of proper sleeping positions for the best night sleep. Don't let sleep affect your day to day life - try these simple tips for better sleep and wake up feeling refreshed and ready for the day!
Exercise Recommendations by Brandon Clement
Northern Rehab's Brandon Clement, discusses cardiovascular exercise recommendations and resistance/strength training. Brandon explains and demonstrates various exercises you can do to help you with your exercise program.
Blood Flow Restriction Training-Brandon Clement
PT Brandon Clement explains how Blood Flow Restriction Training works and how it is beneficial for someone who needs an extra edge for strength improvement. This therapy technique is used for those with poor joint mobility or strength, or those with a recent surgery or injury that wish to gains strength using lighter weights.
Try PT First for Neck & Back Pain with Ken Olson
Spine specialist Ken Olson discusses the benefits of trying physical therapy first for back and neck pain. Research shows the earlier you see a Physical Therapist for your issue, the quicker you will recover. Avoid expensive and time-consuming imaging, surgery, or pain killers, and try physical therapy first!
Exercises for Managing Arthritis-Lauren Momberger
Physical Therapist Lauren Momberger discusses three different types of exercises to incorporate in your daily life if you experience painful arthritis. Adding these easy tips to your weekly exercise routine helps prevent or decrease pain associated with arthritis.
Fall Risk Assessment with Kristin Christian
Physical Therapists Kristin Christian explains how physical therapists calculate your fall risk, the number of issues that may cause a risk for a fall, and how to help improve your mobility so you can return to the activities you enjoy.
Stretching Exercises At Your Desk-Brandon Clement
If you frequently sit at a desk, these simple exercises are for you! Physical therapist Brandon Clement provides examples of three simple exercises to stretch your back while at your desk to decrease and prevent neck, shoulder, and back pain and discomfort.
Don't Delay PT - No Wait Time For Appointments
Yard Work or Snow Shoveling Warm Ups with Nick
Nick Pedraza discusses a few simple warm-up stretches to do before doing fall yard work or shoveling snow to reduce the risk of injury and prepare your muscles for the job they are about to do.
Tour Our Genoa Clinic
Welcome to Northern Rehab's Genoa Clinic! Take a tour of this facility and learn what physical therapy treatment and specialties we offer here in Genoa.
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Try Physical Therapy First
Now you can schedule physical therapy without a doctor's prescription. Schedule an appointment with Northern Rehab today and get back to a
pain-free life.
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