Ask for a Referral

If your doctor recommends therapy to treat your condition, ask for a referral to LMH Health. For more information, call a location near you.

Physical Therapy

Improve your ability to move fully and without pain with physical therapy (PT) from the licensed therapists at LMH Health in Lawrence and the surrounding area. Choose LMH Health for physical therapy for children and adults, with clinics conveniently located in Lawrence, Eudora, Baldwin City, and Tonganoxie.

What’s a Physical Therapist?

Physical therapists (PTs) are experienced, licensed professionals in movement and are dedicated to helping you improve symptoms, prevent problems, and return to the lifestyle you love.

Reasons to Get PT

Working with a PT may help you:

  • Avoid opioids and other pain medications
  • Feel better without surgery or
  • Manage a chronic condition
  • Move more freely and easily
  • Move with less pain
  • Prevent injuries or disease
  • Recover from surgery or an injury
  • Take an active role in your care

Conditions We Treat

Ask your doctor if physical therapy may help you prevent injuries and improve symptoms caused by:

  • Aging-related issues
  • Arthritis
  • Balance disorders such as vertigo, dizziness, and vestibular
  • Cancer
  • Developmental disabilities
  • Head injuries, including concussion
  • Heart disease
  • Joint pain and stiffness
  • Lymphedema
  • Neck and back pain
  • Neurologic conditions, including stroke, multiple sclerosis, and Parkinson's disease
  • Pelvic floor disorders
  • Recovering from surgery
  • Sports injuries like tendonitis
  • Weakness and fatigue

Experienced, Licensed Physical Therapists

Trust LMH Health for high-quality physical therapy. You’ll work one-on-one with a licensed therapist focused on helping you achieve your goals. Many of our therapists have advanced training in specialized areas of care:

  • Geriatrics
  • Neurology
  • Oncology (cancer)
  • Orthopedics
  • Sports
  • Women’s health

Your First PT Appointment

Dress in loose, comfortable clothes for your first physical therapy appointment. During this visit, your therapist will:

  • Ask about your symptoms, concerns, and goals
  • Ask about your ability to do everyday activities at home, work, or school
  • Check your strength and ability to move
  • Test your balance and posture
  • Discuss treatment options

Expect your first appointment to last 45 to 60 minutes. Bring your calendar so you can set up future appointments.

Personalized Care Plan

Work with your PT to create a personalized therapy plan. Depending on your needs, your therapist may recommend:

  • Aquatic therapy – Guides you through exercises in the water, also known as hydrotherapy or water therapy
  • Assistive devices or orthotics – Provide support to help you move more easily and comfortably
  • Blood flow restriction training – Limits blood flow to your arm or leg while exercising to help you build muscle strength more quickly while using only light resistance
  • Balance and dizziness physical therapy – Uses exercises to improve balance and reduce related symptoms, also known as vestibular therapy
  • Dry needling – Places very thin needles into trigger points in your muscles to treat pain or improve range of motion
  • Exercises – Improve strength, mobility, flexibility, coordination, or balance
  • LSVT BIG® – Helps people with Parkinson’s disease and other neurological conditions make bigger motions to improve daily movements
  • Manual therapy – Uses hands-on techniques to reduce pain, relax muscles, improve range of motion, or reduce swelling
  • Pain management education (Pain University) – Teaches you about the causes of chronic pain and how to control pain without medications
  • Pelvic floor therapy – Strengthens, stretches, or relaxes pelvic floor muscles
  • Wheelchair seating and positioning – Helps to get a correct fit for your wheelchair

Physical Therapy for Kids

Find pediatric physical therapy that helps your child develop motor skills and be as independent as possible. Expect us to keep you involved in your child’s care from your very first visit. Partner with your son’s or daughter’s pediatric PT to discuss concerns, set goals, and learn how you can help.

Pediatric Conditions We Treat

Look to LMH Health for the care of any condition that affects your child’s walking, balance, strength, or muscle movement, including:

  • Autism spectrum disorder (ASD)
  • Developmental disorders and delays
  • Head injuries, including concussion
  • Musculoskeletal disorders, including torticollis
  • Neurologic conditions, including cerebral palsy and muscular dystrophy

Coordinated Care

Count on us to work closely with your pediatrician and other specialists that are part of your child’s care team. If your child has an Individualized Education Plan (IEP), bring it to his or her first pediatric physical therapy appointment.

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