North Platte Physical Therapy - Casper (West)

 
 

The Casper West clinic has been serving the needs of the surrounding community since 2010.  This clinic along with our Casper East clinic continually strives to exceed the expectations of our patients.  Our clinics are patient-focused and allow our patients to collaborate with their therapist on the optimal care for each individual.  We provide this peak level of care in an energetic and enjoyable atmosphere.

We are dedicated to providing the best orthopedic care to central Wyoming. Our staff specializes in spine and extremities. We use multiple manual therapy and exercise treatment philosophies and techniques for treating back, muscle, joint, nerve and tendon disorders. North Platte Physical Therapy provides comprehensive physical and occupational therapy services to our orthopedic, pediatric, and geriatric patients. We have an excellent functional balance re-training program and fall prevention program. We also work with athletes and sports medicine patients.

Location Details

307-234-9067  Send Email
Address: 3831 Denis Drive #200, Casper, WY 82604
Hours: Mon - Fri 8AM - 5PM
Fax: 307-234-9074

Interested in scheduling at our East location? View Casper East Details

Meet the Staff

Matt Woodbury, DPT, OCS, SFMA

Clinic Supervisor

I have both a professional and personal passion for health. I will never stop learning about the complexities of the human body and the optimal ways to promote its function.  I want to remain active, enjoy life to the fullest, and help others also attain and maintain this freedom.

Education:

  • Doctor of Physical Therapy, University of Mary
  • Bachelor of Science in Human Performance and Fitness, North Dakota State University

Certifications/Specialized Training:

  • Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS)
  • Certified Graston Technique Clinician
  • Worksaver Certified Tester
  • Certified Cupping Therapist
  • Vestibular Certification
  • Certification in Applied Functional Science, Gray Institute
  • Advanced Topics in the Examination, Evaluation, and Treatment of the Shoulder and Knee
  • IAOM Elbow Course
  • Diagnosis and Management of the Elbow
  • LSVT

Continuing Education Training:

  • Kinesio Taping KT1 & KT2
  • Dry Needling
  • Muscle Energy Technique
  • Running Mechanics and Injury
  • Sole Supports Orthotic Casting
  • Various Other Orthopedic Courses

Professional Society Memberships:

  • American Physical Therapy Association - Orthopedics and Sports

Hometown: West Fargo, North Dakota

Hobbies: Running, cycling, hanging out with family, listening to music, and watching movies

 
James Watson, DPT

As a Physical Therapist, I live for that moment when people’s eyes light up with hope because they can do what they couldn’t before. I love learning everyone’s unique story and helping them overcome their barriers in life. I am enjoying getting to better know the good people of Casper every day.

Education:

  • Doctor of Physical Therapy, Touro University Nevada
  • Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science, Utah Valley University

Certifications/Specialized Training:

  • LSVT BIG
  • Vestibular Rehabilitation Certificate (PESI)

Continuing Education:

  • Management of Lower Quadrant Pathology Course 1 (Folsom) 
  • Management of Lower Quadrant Pathology Course 2 (Folsom) 
  • Institute for Brain Potential Protecting Short Term Memory  

Hometown: Layton, Utah

Hobbies: Running, baking, woodworking, hiking and entertaining my daughters.

 
Jessica Engelhardt, PTA

Like many in my field, I first became interested in Physical Therapy after a sports-related injury in high school made me a patient myself. After earning my bachelor's degree, I moved on to a Physical Therapist Assistant program. I believe that Physical Therapy can truly change an individual's life for the better. I enjoy being around people every day and getting to know them. I am compassionate and want to help others achieve their goals. I grew up in Indiana and lived in Colorado for three years before moving to Casper. I am very excited to explore this new area and discover what the community has to offer!

Education:

  • Associate of Applied Science, Physical Therapist Assistant, Laramie County Community College 
  • Bachelor of Science in Movement and Sport Sciences, Purdue University

Certifications:

  • IAOM: Differential Diagnosis and Musculoskeletal Management of the Cervical Spine
  • American Heart Association Basic Life Support (CPR and AED)
  • LSVT
  • Diagnosis and Management of the Thoracic Spine

Hometown:

  • Arcadia, Indiana

Hobbies:

  • Hiking, skiing, volleyball, and hanging out with friends and family watching movies

Tara Stadjuhar, PTA

My journey into Physical Therapy came from a love of sports and a fascination for how the body moves, functions, and heals. Being passionate about health and wellness, I am dedicated to empowering individuals on their journey to optimal well-being. Witnessing the transformative impact of physical therapy firsthand is what fuels my love for this profession. I find immense joy in helping patients regain mobility, return to their favorite activities, and achieve their wellness goals.

Education:

  • Associates in Applied Science, Physical Therapist Assistant, Western Technical College, El Paso, TX
  • Bachelors of Community Health, New Mexico State University, Las Cruces, NM

Certifications/Specialized Training:

  • LSVT BIG
  • Blood flow restriction training
  • American Heart Association Basic life support (CPR and AED)
  • Site coordinator of Clinical education (SCCE)
  • Diagnosis and Management of the Thoracic Spine

Continuing Education:

  • Kinesio tape
  • Strain counter strain

Professional Society Memberships:

  • APTA of Wyoming and New Mexico

Hometown: Las Cruces, New Mexico

Hobbies: Skiing, fly fishing, camping, woodworking, DIY projects, spending time with my family, hiking with my dogs.

 

Services Offered

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Physical Therapy Services: Pelvic Floor Areas of Concern

Physical Therapy Services: Pelvic Floor Areas of Concern
One of the many positive things about physical therapy is its ability to adapt for many different applications. Not only are practitioners able to formulate a personalized plan for each and every client, but the needs addressed also vary on a case by case basis. For many, the services include various exercises, movements, and other features to generate blood flow while helping increase mobility. These features target areas to improve overall health and often work moving certain areas back to a predetermined state. For example, an athlete may suffer a knee injury which requires physical therapy as a part of their healing process. These applications vary from one patient to the next, but returning the individual to a pre-injured state is often the goal. However, not only are joints, tendons, and ligaments highlighted, but there are other areas of the body which may also reap the benefits of a personalized physical therapy plan.

Pelvic floor muscles serve a variety of different purposes, all of which are vital. From helping control bodily functions to having an impact on an individual's sexual experience, being able to maintain and utilize the pelvic floor is extremely important for everyone. Both males and females benefit from having a strong base and any areas of need should be addressed immediately. 

Control

One quality aspect of having a healthy pelvic floor is the ability to control both bowels and urination. The muscles performance in this area helps eliminate any unwanted leakage and can assist in making certain there are no issues during regular daily activities.

Constipation

Opposite, weak or unused pelvic floor muscles also leads to constipation for individuals who aren’t readily putting these areas into regular use. While this space supports many of the different organs and bodily functions within this area, having a constant standing for longer periods of time may also lead to secondary bowel issues.

Pain

Abdominal pain is another problematic feature which may be addressed through targeting of the pelvic floor. Improvements in these areas and any adjustments to assist in pain management can both be helpful when dealing with any type of concern.

Sexual Issues

Another side effect of an ineffective or weakened pelvic floor is their impact on sexual experiences for everyone. Men can suffer from erectile dysfunction and pelvic floor muscles also assist with ejaculation. In females, the ability to maintain a strong pelvic floor contributes to enhanced sensation and more arousal due to the muscles being stronger within this area of the body.

If you or someone you know suffers from pelvic floor issues, needs assistance with mobility, or is seeking services for another reason, then consider reaching out to the physical therapy experts at North Platte Physical Therapy, Monument Physical Therapy, Big Country Rehabilitation, and Bear Lodge Rehabilitation today. Offering 18 different locations across Wyoming and Nebraska, our professional staff are ready and willing to help administer and create a personalized plan of action specific to your needs. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact us today. Available for all of your physical therapy and related offerings, we look forward to meeting you and providing the type of service you can rely on to help improve your overall wellness very soon!
 
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Physical Therapy Services: Dry Needling Treatment Areas

Physical Therapy Services: Dry Needling Treatment Areas
Physical therapy treatment services vary depending on the needs of each individual client and how therapists attack their symptoms is also very specific to all patients. These modifications and adjustments lead to multiple approaches helping clients get the absolute best care possible and a solution for their needs. For many, these actions target pain related features and one practice which can be utilized to treat a multitude of different symptoms involves dry needling.

Reasons to try dry needling depend on each patient but there are many different areas which can be targeted throughout the body. Often, these procedures are performed in tandem with another physical therapy approach and a goal of finding the correct combination of services for individuals to find relief. While many people are somewhat familiar with the practice of acupuncture, dry needling is something entirely different. Originating on opposite ends of the world, acupuncture focuses on energy and alignment whereas dry needling is a specific approach to target muscles and release trigger points for patient relief.

Neck, Back, and Shoulders

There are many different physical therapy activities to target these high problem areas for pain, discomfort, or other ailments, but dry needling can be coupled with them to assist individuals. Pinpointing problem areas along the muscles associated in and around these areas may help free a person from pain, discomfort, or immobility.

Elbow

Elbow pain is commonly associated with tennis and golf participants due to the repetitive nature of their participatory movements. Using dry needling, physical therapists can pinpoint any areas in need of relief as part of a physical therapy plan.

Headaches

Constant or repetitive headache symptoms may also benefit from a physical therapist’s dry needling technique. Migraine sufferers could achieve some reprieve by pinpointing muscles to reduce spasms impacting these feelings.

Hips and Glutes

Mobility is often significantly impacted if there is pain associated in either of these important areas. By using a dry needling technique, physical therapists can target certain muscles to help potentially release any areas causing an issue.

Knee

Similar to elbow pain, this lower body joint can also be an issue for athletes and other individuals as they age due to repeated use and impact. If needed, dry needling may be used in and around the joint to help serve the needs of any affected patient.  

If you or someone you know suffers from chronic pain, needs assistance with mobility issues, or is seeking services for another reason, then consider reaching out to the physical therapy experts at North Platte Physical Therapy, Monument Physical Therapy, Big Country Rehabilitation, and Bear Lodge Rehabilitation today. Offering 18 different locations across Wyoming and Nebraska, our professional staff are ready and willing to help administer and create a personalized plan of action specific to your needs. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact us today. Available for all of your physical therapy and related offerings, we look forward to meeting you and providing the type of service you can rely on to help improve your overall wellness very soon!
 
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Physical Therapy Services For Wound Care

Physical Therapy Services For Wound Care
Physical therapy (PT) services are quality care for a variety of different ailments, but not only is their application flexible but administration also varies considerably. In fact, one reason why physical therapy remains so successful is attributed to the versatility of practice. Depending on the specific injury or reason behind seeking treatment, a personalized approach is developed to fit the needs of each individual patient. This method not only allows for more of a potential recovery and improved functionality but it also targets the specific personalized needs with the best possible treatments. Physical therapy often targets aches, pains, and other mobility issues but wounds and their repercussions can also be addressed through a targeted PT plan.

Wounds, while likely still painful, differ from aches and other potential issues where most people believe physical therapy services are beneficial. These specific ailments involve some type of breach in the skin or other related condition associated along with a topical application. Instead of servicing the joints and bones, wound related physical therapy focuses on healing and increasing blood flow to improve recovery. A few commonly treated areas are scar tissue, burns, surgical wounds, and tissue repair procedures.

Scar Tissue

Scars result from the healing process of wounds along the exterior of an individual’s skin. The healing cells and collagen come together creating a new area of fibrous tissue replacing where the epidermis once existed. Size and location of the impacted area can sometimes lead to physical therapy being used to help reduction and healing properties of the prior wound.

Burns

Burns are another tragic result of injuries associated with the skin, meeting the wound qualification as they often peel away outer layers exposing the interior or an affected body part. Fortunately, once the natural healing process has begun, physical therapy may be utilized for scar tissue, pain tolerance, soft-tissue massage, and any related mobilization activities.

Surgical Wounds

Having to undergo some type of surgery often results in incisions or other intrusive measures that have the potential of leaving a wound once complete and healing begins. These areas are typically addressed in similar fashion as scar tissue and can also be aided by undergoing physical therapy in the event of pain presence, potential quicker healing, or a possible reduction in size.

Tissue Repair

Wounds may also interfere with tissue causing the need for repair. Soft tissue healing focuses specifically on tendons, ligaments, and muscles which may become damaged during any type of wound. Physical therapy often aids in recovery and maintains the goal of helping patients get back to performing as they were prior to any injury.

If you or someone you know needs wound care, suffers from chronic pain, could use assistance with mobility issues, or is seeking services for another reason, then consider reaching out to the physical therapy experts at North Platte Physical Therapy, Monument Physical Therapy, Big Country Rehabilitation, and Bear Lodge Rehabilitation today. Offering 18 different locations across Wyoming and Nebraska, our professional staff are ready and willing to help administer and create a personalized plan of action specific to your needs. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact us today. Available for all of your physical therapy and related offerings, we look forward to meeting you and providing the type of service you can rely on to help improve your overall wellness very soon!
 
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