If you're exploring physical therapy options, you've likely come across the terms "cash pay" or "cash-based" physical therapy. At MKE Physical Therapy, we call it Direct Physical Therapy, or Direct PT, meaning that there is no middleman between you and your healthcare...
At MKE Physical Therapy, we combine decades of experience with the latest treatment techniques to help our Milwaukee community move better and feel better. One of our most effective therapies? Functional dry needling—a cutting-edge approach designed to relieve pain,...
Think back to P.E. class, and you’ll likely remember being told that you should always stretch before a workout. Recall a gym full of teenagers, all bent over trying to touch their toes or stretching their quads for a few minutes before hitting the track. Despite the...
Running in cold weather is invigorating. While it takes discipline and determination to head out the door for a run on a cold Wisconsin day, the benefits are many. However, running outdoors in cold weather presents unique challenges that increase the risk of injury....
A snowman is a useful metaphor for human posture, and this article explores the concept and provides demonstrations that can help improve your posture and your life!
You don’t have to exercise hard or for a long time to gain the many benefits it provides. The American Heart Association recommends at least 150 minutes a week of moderate intensity aerobic activity, 75 minutes per week of vigorous aerobic activity, or a combination of both, preferably spread throughout the week. This is just under 22 minutes a day.
Most of us don’t spend our weekends throwing touchdown passes, running marathons, or sinking the game-winning three pointer, but all of us depend on the same muscles as professional athletes to rake leaves, shovel snow, and get things done in our daily lives. Since we...
Happily, the answer is no, you do not need insurance to see a Physical Therapist. This is great news for those that are self-employed, entrepreneurs, small business owners, those who can’t afford the high premiums or those who simply did the math and found out that...
MKE Physical Therapy’s simplified Direct Access healthcare model doesn’t require a referral. Learn more about this and what it means for you.
It is understandable that someone would be confused by the concept of cash-based healthcare services, but in the current healthcare environment, a patient can receive superior care and often save money by paying out-of-pocket, directly to their provider. Here’s why.
Expert knowledge enables you to make educated decisions when it comes to your physical wellness – Dr. Rebecca Nault delivers it in an informative and entertaining newsletter.