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Winter Ice Hazard Causing Slips and Falls

The ice storm that we are experiencing has been forecasted for several days, and it came as expected. Sidewalks, streets, driveways, and steps are covered with ice, making it hazardous to be outside. But if you do need to go out, we urge you to be careful.  Allow ice melt to diminish the ice around. . .

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We Will Help You Get Back In The Game

We love helping our patients get back in the game – and in the case of Brandon, it was our pleasure to help him get back to the baseball field! “I would like to start by saying that I am extremely grateful and blessed that I was placed in the hands of such great care. . .

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Safe Snow Shoveling

The colder temperatures that have settled in don’t lie – winter is here! Snow is inevitable and before long we will be digging out the snow shovels. Before the first scoopful, review these precautions to prevent injuries from shoveling: Select the Proper Shovel: A lightweight shovel with a long handle is best. Ergonomic shovels with. . .

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What Our Patients Have to Say

Janet Lura was referred to physical therapy following a car accident that left her with a broken collarbone and frozen shoulder. After a negative experience trying to schedule an appointment over the phone at a different clinic, Janet decided to call Makovicka Physical Therapy on North 90th St., a clinic that she drives past daily.. . .

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Physical Therapy Can Effectively Treat CRPS

At Makovicka Physical Therapy, pain management is a top priority when it comes to helping our patients. Chronic pain is one of the most commonly misunderstood conditions facing our patients, and it differs greatly from acute pain. Acute pain is a normal sensation that alerts us to a possible injury in our body, but chronic. . .

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What Our Clients Are Saying

Ray recently became a patient in our Papillion clinic following a knee replacement surgery. He shared his thoughts about his experience at Makovicka Physical Therapy: “I had my knee replacement surgery on Tuesday,  September 13th, and I started by physical therapy with Makovicka Physical Therapy the following Monday.  I began therapy with Mike, who is a. . .

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What Our Clients Are Saying

Betts came to us after an unsuccessful shoulder surgery and we were happy to support her through a second surgery and recovery. She shared this with us: “First off I have to say that Colleen has been a mainstay in my recoveries from two shoulder surgeries. She has supported since February 2016 when my first. . .

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Rachel Offers Advice on Avoiding Running Injuries

Injuries are a common with running, especially when you are just getting started. Most running injuries are due to overuse and are the result of increasing distance or speed too quickly, or muscle imbalance, improper footwear, poor bio mechanics or other training errors. Rachel, a physical therapist in our Pine Lake clinic and avid runner,. . .

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