Physical Therapy, Center for Specialty Care, Orthopedics, Spine and Podiatry

We offer physical therapy by experienced and highly trained practitioners. We pride ourselves in getting patients back to daily activities experienced prior to surgery or injury. To schedule a physical therapy appointment, call (507) 238-4949, extension 3480.

Our physical therapists specialize in the evaluation and treatment of conditions of the shoulder, spine, hip, knee, ankle and foot. They use manual techniques, ultrasound, heat and cold, electrical stimulation and specialized equipment to help improve strength and flexibility, decrease pain and swelling and promote healing to allow patients to return to their previous activity levels.

At Center for Specialty Care, we know injuries sometimes happen at the workplace. It is our philosophy to get injured workers feeling better fast. Working with employers, we develop a partial return to work program while we get the employee back to their maximum function in the workplace. The physical therapy staff works side-by-side with our physicians, assuring the most effective rehabilitation possible. Our specialists aggressively treat injuries and are quickly accessible at our Fairmont office.

At the Center for Specialty Care, we perform Functional Capacity Evaluations, work site evaluations, work hardening, ergonomic assessments, and job description development. We work closely with the team of physicians, case workers, plant managers, QRC's and Human Resource staff to effectively treat and coordinate the plan of care for each injured worker. In addition, pre-employment evaluations are available to help determine if a potential work candidate is suitable to perform the physical requirements of their job. Pre-employment services include:

Mike Squiers, Physical Therapist, is trained to assist area businesses with Industrial Rehabilitation needs. We will design a structured and goal-oriented program to help people identify their work capacities, regain functional skills and return to work after an injury. We are capable of assisting workers at our Fairmont and Blue Earth facilities or on-site at their place of employment.