Physical Therapy

Locations

Guthrie County Hospital
710 N. 12th Street
Guthrie Center, Iowa 50115

Stuart Rehab Clinic
312 N. Fremont Street, Suite B
Stuart, Iowa 50250

Appointments

Appointments can be scheduled by calling:

Guthrie County Hospital Rehab Services:
(641) 332-3810

Stuart Rehab Clinic:
(515) 523-8049

Personalized Care for Every Stage of Life

Guthrie County Hospital’s Physical Therapy team includes licensed physical therapists and physical therapist assistants who treat patients of all ages—from newborns and children to adults and seniors. Our therapists work closely with physicians and other healthcare professionals to help you improve mobility, reduce pain, and regain function so you can move forward with your life.

What sets our team apart is our ability to care for patients across the full continuum of care, including:

  • Acute care
  • Skilled care
  • In-home therapy (through Guthrie County Public Health)
  • Outpatient therapy

We can follow your care from initial diagnosis through full recovery.

Our Physical Therapy department is located on the east side of the hospital in a modern, easily accessible space designed to provide a welcoming, community-focused environment.

Conditions We Treat

Physical Therapy can help with:

  • Arthritis and osteoporosis

  • Back, knee, and shoulder pain

  • Athletic and overuse injuries

  • Incontinence

  • Orthopedic conditions (repairs and joint replacements)

  • Stroke and other neurological conditions (nerve damage, spinal cord injuries)

  • Sprains, strains, and fractures

  • Dizziness and balance issues

  • And much more

Our Services

Evaluation & Assessment

Your physical therapist works with your primary care provider to review your medical history and perform evaluations such as muscle strength, sensation, and range of motion testing. This allows us to create a personalized treatment plan and therapy goals tailored to your needs.

Pain Management

We use a variety of treatment techniques to help reduce pain, including:

  • Heat and ice therapy

  • Ultrasound

  • Electrical stimulation

  • Massage and soft tissue mobilization

  • Traction and stretching

Strengthening & Stretching

Physical therapy can improve mobility, reduce joint and soft tissue pain, enhance circulation, and improve overall function. Therapists design individualized exercise programs—including home exercises—to support recovery, prevent future injuries, and improve quality of life. Programs are customized for patients with complex medical conditions as well as athletes.

Walking Aids & Assistive Devices

We evaluate and fit patients for braces, crutches, walkers, wheelchairs, and other assistive devices to help improve safety, mobility, and independence.

Injury Prevention & Education

Our therapists play an important role in wellness education, including:

  • Preventing back pain and injuries

  • Sports injury prevention and recovery

  • Job-specific body mechanics to reduce workplace injuries

  • Safe exercise guidance for new and expecting mothers

  • Strategies to prevent re-injury

Vestibular Rehabilitation

We evaluate and treat dizziness and positional vertigo using specialized exercises and positioning techniques to reduce or eliminate symptoms.

Urinary Incontinence Treatment

Physical therapists assess and treat urinary incontinence through:

  • Pelvic floor strengthening exercises

  • Bladder training and tracking

  • Dietary education

  • Surface EMG to evaluate muscle control

Gait & Balance Training

Therapists assess balance and stability while standing and walking. Treatment may include strengthening, coordination exercises, balance training, and recommendations for assistive devices if needed.

New Patients

If you are a new patient, please print and complete the Initial Patient Survey and bring it with you to your first appointment.

Initial Patient Survey