Monthly Archives: February 2024

Physical Therapy Can Help with Balance and Fall Prevention

By Jackie Oliver, DPT According to the APTA website, one-third of people over the age of 65 and up to half of people over the age of 80 will end up falling this year. Falls can diminish your ability to lead an active and independent lifestyle. Decreased balance and increased risk of falling are two things […]

WHAT IS DIRECT ACCESS AND WHY YOU SHOULD CARE?

By Jackie Oliver, DPT Direct Access. It sounds like an exclusive VIP backstage pass but, in reality, it’s an all access pass for individuals to see their physical therapist without a doctor’s referral. That’s right, you don’t have to spend time and money to go see a doctor before seeking physical therapy treatment. A study […]

Advanced Training…we’re at it again! Jackie Oliver, DPT completes shoulder and knee course in Seattle

Jackie Oliver, DPT, physical therapist with Excel Physical Therapy of Bozeman and Manhattan, recently completed the Kevin Wilk Shoulder and Knee Course in Seattle, Washington. This advanced-training course presented the most recent, relevant and state-of-the-art treatment options for the most challenging and unusual problems of the shoulder and knee joints. This evidence-based course also focused on the most comprehensive […]

Jason Lunden, DPT, SCS attends US Ski & Snowboard Class at the USSA Center of Excellence

By Jason Lunden, DPT, SCS Jason Lunden, DPT, SCS, of Excel Physical Therapy, recently attended the US Ski & Snowboard Team Medical Emergencies in Skiing and Snowboarding (MESS) Course at the USSA Center of Excellence in Park City, UT. The course focused on concussion evaluation, management and rehabilitation, as well as athlete development for ski and snowboard athletes. […]

What’s The Best Medicine For Your Back Pain?

By Jackie Oliver, DPT It’s summer time and all you want to do is to be outside enjoying the weather and many outdoor activities that Bozeman has to offer. The only problem is, you have this nagging low back pain holding you back. You keep thinking, should I stay home and rest it or do […]

Advanced training…we’re at it again!

Megan Peach, DPT, OCS, CSCS and Jackie Oliver, DPT, physical therapists with Excel Physical Therapy of Bozeman and Manhattan, recently completed the North American Institute of Orthopedic Manual Therapy (NAIOMT) Lumbopelvic Spine Course in Seattle, Washington. The main objective of this course was to guide evaluation and management of treatment programs for people with low back pain or other serious pathologies in […]

Running Shoes: Comfort vs. Function

By Megan Peach, DPT, OCS, CSCS Have you ever stood in front of a wall of running shoes wondering which shoe is right for you? Maybe the Hokas with the super cushioned sole that feel like you’re running on clouds? Or the Brooks trail runners since the trails have cleared up and you’ve been wanting […]

Excel PT Running Camp 2017

​You are invited! Excel Physical Therapy is hosting our annual free Running Camp on Saturday, June 10, 2017, 8am-12pm. We offer this camp each year because we want to serve the community we love. This comprehensive workshop helps to ensure you are running correctly to avoid pain & injury. Excel Physical Therapy is hosting the running boot camp at our Bozeman location at 1125 […]

Proud sponsors of Fast and Female Champ Chat

Bozeman, Montana’s inaugural Fast and Female Champ Chat at The Mountain Project gym A big thank you to our patients and clients who make it possible for us to sponsor inspiring local community events. On May 7, 2017, Excel Physical Therapy sponsored Bozeman’s first ever Fast and Female Champ Chat where accomplished ambassadors brought inspiration and encouragement to help girls […]