Physical therapy is the treatment of disability and pain through physical means such as exercise, heat, cold, electricity, etc. It can help a patient recover from an illness, injury or surgery or it can help to maintain mobility in people with disabilities and birth defects. Treatments can help a patient gain strength, relieve pain, regain use of an affected limb or relearn daily living activities such as walking, dressing or bathing.

With modern equipment and continuing education, the physical therapy department strives to offer the most up-to-date technology used in the field. Some of the treatments available include EMG, ultrasound, hydrotherapy, shortwave diathermy, electrical stimulation and computerized isokinetic testing. For more information on physical therapy services, contact Ritch Mjelde at 507-537-9172 or Ritch.Mjelde@averamarshall.org.