What is Dry Needling? Dry Needling is defined by the American Physical Therapy Association as a skilled intervention performed by a physical therapist that uses a thin filiform needle to penetrate the skin and stimulate underlying myofascial trigger points, muscular and connective tissues for the management of neuromusculoskeletal pain and movement impairments. Functional Dry Needling. . .
Have you ever hurt yourself or had a dull ache and wondered “should I use heat or ice?”… Often, the first questions people ask when they come into the physical therapy clinic deals with pain control. The questions are always similar: “Should I heat or ice at home?” and “What is the difference or benefit. . .
Curtis Basnett, PT, DPT, AT, OCS You see it a lot in sports: an athlete gets hurt, comes back, and just does not quite seem the same. Something is off. The injury does not appear to be the problem. The (insert favorite appendage here) looks good, stronger than before even. Working in a physical therapy. . .
New Clinic at Midtown Crossing Scott Edwards PT, OCS, CSCS Makovicka Physical Therapy has opened its sixth Omaha clinic at Midtown Crossing. On Monday, Setember 22, we saw our first patient in the new clinic. We are located at 3201 Farnam Street, next to the movie theater and across the street from Prairie Life Fitness.. . .
Check out our press release for our new location at MIDTOWN CROSSING!!! Stay tuned for more information!. . .
Makovicka Physical Therapy is proud to further its commitment to providing quality physical therapy to Omaha by opening our doors at Midtown Crossing. Our new location brings our passion and commitment to the midtown and downtown areas. We are now accepting appointments. Please call (402) 932-9300, or stop by, to schedule an appointment.. . .
Makovicka Physical Therapy Partnering with Hy-Vee Dietitians Omaha, NE—To ensure that physical therapy patients receive an optimal diet regimen that can assist in faster healing and recovery from injuries, Makovicka Physical Therapy has formed a partnership with Hy-Vee and their extensive nutrition program. This marks the latest in Makovicka’s mission to provide progressive, full-service physical. . .
Natalie Harms, PT, MPT, DPT, GCS There has been much press lately regarding the lack of resolution between Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska and Alegent Creighton Health (now called CHI Health) or UniNet Healthcare Network (the contracting agent for Alegent Creighton Health, now CHI Health). The current challenge is that Blue Cross Blue Shield. . .
Susan Coe, MPH, RD, LMNT Registered Dietitian / Trained Wellness Coach Pacific Street Hy-Vee Dietitian School is back in session and fall sports practices are right around the corner. Success on the field starts in your kitchen! Fuel your athlete’s performance and endurance with these winning tips from your Hy-Vee registered dietitians. Power Up Eating. . .
Dehydration By: Michelle Ripperger, PT, DPT As the weather warms and students get back in to the swing of fall athletics, dehydration is a concern that should be addressed. Dehydration occurs when more water exits the human system than is taken in. Since nearly 75% of the human body’s weight is made up of water,. . .