- Headaches
- Arthritis
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Stroke Rehabilitation
- Pediatric CareAmy Simmons graduated from the University of Minnesota Physical Therapy program in 1995. She worked on the East Coast for a couple of years before returning to Minnesota, working in International Falls with a large range of patients from pediatrics to outpatient orthopedics. In 2002, Amy moved to Owatonna and began work at Wieber Physical Therapy. Her areas of interest include neurologic rehabilitation, treatment for dizziness and balance problems, and neck and back pain. Amy is a certified provider in the LSVT BIG program for Parkinson’s. Amy works part time and is a full time Mom to three beautiful children. In her spare time she enjoys the outdoors, cooking, reading, and growing pumpkins. “I love coming to work and helping others on their journey in physical therapy.”
- Urinary IncontinenceKate DuChene graduated from Iowa State University in 2010 with a Bachelor’s of Science in Kinesiology. She went on to pursue her Doctorate in Physical Therapy, graduating from Des Moines University in 2013. As a physical therapist, Kate has had the opportunity to work in Florida, Wisconsin and Minnesota treating a wide variety of patients in hospital, sub-acute and outpatient settings. She has a special interest for treating geriatric patients and is a certified provider for the LSVT BIG program for Parkinson’s. Another special interest of Kate’s is Women’s Health therapy for pelvic floor, more specifically treating urinary incontinence and pelvic pain. She is focusing much of her continuing education on this area of expertise. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her husband and being a mom of two energetic and loving boys while witnessing them experience the world. Kate feels that being a Physical Therapist is an honor as she gets to help her patients improve function and live a more quality life.
- Pelvic Pain
- Pregnancy
- Carpal Tunnel SyndromePre and post pregnancy care – Many women experience lower back or mid back pain during pregnancy. Some women have neck pain and develop symptoms of carpal tunnel. Many find relief with exercise, massage and the use of braces. According to the American Pregnancy Association, between 50 and 70 percent of pregnant women experience back pain at some point during their pregnancy. Our staff is fully trained to treat back pain commonly associated with prenatal and postnatal pain symptoms.
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Depression
- Diabetes Care
- Ultrasound
- OrthopedicsMatt Gadient is a graduate of the Mayo College of Medicine Physical Therapy Program, located at the Mayo Clinic, in Rochester, MN. While finishing up his Masters degree, he also obtained a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist certificate. He also holds a board certified specialist designation in orthopedics. Since completion of school, Matt has focused his career in general outpatient orthopedics, with an emphasis in spinal rehabilitation and core stabilization. Starting in 2012 Matt has been an evaluator for functional employment testing using the WorkSteps protocol. When not working you will find him spending time with his family, hunting, or volunteering with the Goodhue Fire and Rescue Department.
- Sciatica
- WhiplashDizziness, vertigo and other balance disorders are often complex and misunderstood. They can be caused by a number of reasons, including a stroke, car accident or whiplash. We have advanced training and testing methods to accurately assess these problems. We test your balance by evaluating strength, sensory function and safety. We may also assess your flexibility and gait speed, and will do a visual screening. If necessary, we will develop a set of exercises and balance strategies to assist in alleviating your imbalance and reduce your risk of falling. Throughout the process, we work closely with physicians, ENTs, and neurologists to ensure you receive thorough, comprehensive care.
- Joint Replacement
- Lesions
- Burns
- Sports MedicineThe Wieber Physical Therapy sports medicine team provides state of the art treatment for injuries sustained by professional, amateur and recreational athletes. Your visit will focus not only on prevention and treatment of injuries, but also education in running styles, throwing technique and training methods, etc.
- Physical TherapyDave and Michelle Wieber established Wieber Physical Therapy in June of 1997. It’s not every day you find a husband and wife team working in a physical therapy practice, but Wieber Physical Therapy is not your typical practice.
- Occupational TherapyAnn Dahl graduated from the University of North Dakota in 1985 with a Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy. She specialized in hand and upper extremity rehabilitation and has extensive experience evaluating and treating traumatic/post surgical injuries, orthopedic and neurological conditions. She enjoys designing and custom fabricating splints and orthotics. She has a special interest in performing arts medicine, heath and wellness and community health outreach programs on fitness, prevention and disease management. Ann has been involved in research, teaching, mentoring students, and journal publications related to the field of Occupational Therapy and hand injuries. She enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling, cooking, gardening, being out on the lake, fitness activities, mission work and volunteering at her church. “I feel blessed to be able to use my talents to serve others and help patients and families through their recovery process.”
- Frozen Shoulder
- Tennis Elbow
- Shoulder Pain
- Flatfoot Correction
- Heel Pain
- Neck Pain
- Back Pain
- Manual TherapyDry Needling is a manual therapy technique that our therapists can use in order to help alleviate pain and dysfunction which helps to reduce any inflammation. Dry needling uses a thin monofilament needle that is “dry” so it does not contain any medication or ointment of any kind.
- Orthotics and Prosthetic Therapy
- Achilles Tendonitis
- Ankle SprainWhen your daily routine is altered due to an ankle injury, re-injury, surgery, accident or chronic condition, a Wieber Physical Therapist can help get you back to your “normal self”. There are many injuries commonly associated with the ankle and foot. Below is a list of some common injuries associated with foot or ankle pain...
- Flat Feet
- Heel Pain
- Foot Pain
- Foot Injuries
- Foot OrthoticsFoot orthotics are custom-made inserts for your shoes that help change the mechanical function of your foot. The goal of having foot orthotics is to help your feet have better mechanics, and to provide better overall body alignment.
- Plantar Fasciitis