Whatever better looks like,
we’re ready for it.
Whatever better looks like,
we’re ready for it.
Physical Therapy
Whatever better looks like,
we’re ready for it.
Physical Therapy
Expert physical therapy for every kind of recovery.
Physical therapy is about more than recovering from an injury—it's about getting back to the life that's waiting for you. That might mean walking confidently after a stroke, returning to the activities you love after surgery, improving your balance and mobility, or rebuilding strength and function after illness or injury.
At Kootenai Health, physical therapy is specialized rehabilitation designed around your condition, your goals, and how you move through the world. Our physical therapists treat a wide range of orthopedic, neurologic, vestibular, pelvic health, and mobility-related conditions using advanced rehabilitation technology and evidence-based treatment approaches. Whether you're taking your first steps after a hospital stay or working toward peak performance, we're here to help you move forward with confidence.
Advanced Rehab Technology
Technology that helps you do more, sooner
Advanced tools like Xcite FES, and infrared vestibular goggles support safer movement, faster progress, and more personalized rehabilitation.
Board-Certified Specialists
Physical therapists with advanced specialty training
Work with specialists in neurologic, orthopedic, sports, geriatric, and pediatric physical therapy, including fellowship-trained manual therapy experts.
Recovery Across Settings
Therapy that begins sooner and adapts as you recover
Physical therapists provide support across hospital and outpatient settings, helping you transition through every stage of recovery.
“We meet people where they are and build a plan around what matters most to them. Our experts partner across Kootenai Health to deliver connected care. Together, we're building the region's most comprehensive rehab department.”
— Tyler Blackwelder, DPT, Director of Rehabilitation Services
Specialized Physical Therapy Programs
Neurologic Rehabilitation
Specialized rehabilitation for stroke, Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury, and other neurologic conditions using advanced technologies that support earlier, safer movement practice and functional recovery.
Orthopedic & Sports Rehabilitation
Performance-focused rehabilitation for athletes, joint replacement patients, and orthopedic injuries, including return-to-sport testing, Hyperice recovery technology, and partnerships with D1 Sports Performance and PEAK Fitness.
Vestibular & Balance Rehabilitation
Targeted evaluation and treatment for vertigo, dizziness, post-concussion symptoms, and balance disorders using infrared goggles that capture subtle eye movements often invisible to the naked eye.
Pelvic Health
Evidence-based pelvic floor rehabilitation for both women and men experiencing pelvic pain, incontinence, pregnancy and postpartum concerns, and pelvic floor dysfunction.
Lymphedema
Specialized lymphedema treatment coordinated with oncology and surgical teams, including complete decongestive therapy, manual lymphatic drainage, compression strategies, and self-management education.
Aquatic Therapy
Rehabilitation in a warm-water, gravity-reduced environment that supports movement, strength, and confidence throughout neurologic and orthopedic recovery.
Wheelchair Seating & Mobility
Custom seating, mobility evaluations, and adaptive equipment designed to improve comfort, independence, and daily function.
How We Help You
Conditions
Neurologic Conditions
- Stroke
- Parkinson's disease
- Multiple sclerosis (MS)
- ALS
- Spinal cord injury
- Traumatic brain injury
- Neuromuscular disorders
- Peripheral neuropathies
- Concussion
Orthopedic & Sports Conditions
- Joint replacement recovery
- Sports injuries
- Spine conditions
- Fractures
- Tendon and ligament injuries
- Post-operative rehabilitation
- Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction
Pelvic Health Conditions
- Pelvic pain
- Pelvic organ prolapse
- Urinary and fecal incontinence
- Pregnancy and postpartum recovery
- Sexual dysfunction
- Tailbone pain
Vestibular & Balance Conditions
- Vertigo
- Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV)
- Dizziness
- Post-concussion symptoms
- Balance disorders
- Falls risk
Lymphedema Conditions
- Cancer-related lymphedema
- Post-surgical lymphedema
Evaluations
Your physical therapist will perform evaluations based on your symptoms, diagnosis, and recovery goals.
- Movement and functional assessments
- Strength and mobility evaluations
- Gait analysis
- Vestibular assessments using infrared goggles
- Return-to-sport testing
- Pelvic floor evaluations
- Lymphedema assessments
Treatments
Treatment plans are tailored to your condition and may include one or more rehabilitation techniques and therapies.
- Therapeutic exercise and progressive loading
- Manual therapy
- Xcite functional electrical stimulation (FES) – Activates muscles during therapy to support movement and functional recovery.
- LSVT BIG® – An evidence-based treatment approach that improves movement, mobility, and everyday function for people with Parkinson's disease and other neurologic conditions.
- Vestibular rehabilitation – Specialized exercises and techniques that improve dizziness, balance, and symptoms related to vestibular disorders.
- Pelvic floor rehabilitation and biofeedback – Helps improve pelvic floor muscle function for conditions such as pain, incontinence, and postpartum recovery.
- Complete decongestive therapy and manual lymphatic drainage - Specialized treatment that helps manage lymphedema by reducing swelling and supporting lymphatic function.
- Aquatic therapy – Uses a warm-water, gravity-reduced environment to improve movement, strength, and confidence during rehabilitation.
- Work conditioning and work hardening – Builds the strength, endurance, and functional abilities needed to safely return to work.
- Hyperice recovery technology – Recovery technology used to prepare tissues for movement and support rehabilitation between therapy sessions.
- Home exercise programs and self-management education
- ASTYM – A specialized treatment that stimulates the body's natural healing response to help restore healthy soft tissue function.
- Kinesio taping – Provides support and improves movement while helping manage pain and swelling during recovery.
What to Expect
- Referral requirements vary by insurance plan and physical therapy service.
- Our scheduling team can help verify your coverage and explain any referral or authorization requirements.
- Wear comfortable clothing that allows for movement during your appointment.
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Questions About Your Visit?
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