UnityPoint Health - Meriter - Therapy West
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Supporting You Every Step of the Way
Our Physical and Occupational Therapy programs provide comprehensive, customized therapy services to adults and children of all ages. Our therapists pride themselves on staying up to date with the latest evidence and treatment concepts. You can be sure that your health and wellbeing goals will be prioritized within an evidence-based treatment plan. Our team includes highly educated physical therapists and physical therapist assistants, occupational therapists, and a friendly, knowledgeable front desk staff who all work together as a team to make your visits to our clinics efficient and helpful.
Whether you are experiencing an orthopedic or neurological injury, UnityPoint Health - Meriter therapists are there for you every step of the way. With extensive experience treating everything from that nagging foot pain to post-operative care to recovering from a traumatic brain injury, you'll find the care you need at our clinics.
Featured Services & Treatments
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Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapy (OT) is skilled treatment that helps individuals achieve independence in all facets of their lives. Occupational therapy focuses on fine motor skills, cognitive abilities, visual-perceptual skills and sensory-processing.Occupational Therapy
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Pelvic Floor Therapy
At UnityPoint Health, we understand the important role that pelvic health plays in overall wellbeing. Whether you're seeking relief from pelvic pain, managing postpartum challenges, or addressing issues related to incontinence, our goal is to empower you on your journey to maintain pelvic health.Pelvic Floor Therapy
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Sports Medicine
Sports medicine is a specialty that focuses on non-invasive treatment options for all musculoskeletal injuries and provides an alternative to surgical treatment. Our board-certified sports medicine physicians and physical therapy team have the expertise needed to get you back in the game!Sports Medicine
Additional Services & Treatments Available
- Astym Therapy
- Driver Readiness
- Low Vision
- Orthopedics
- Return to Work
Preparing for Your Appointment
- Evaluations are generally 60 minutes in length with subsequent visits being 30-60 minutes depending on your therapy type and diagnosis
- Please plan to arrive for your evaluation 15 minutes early to allow time to check in and fill out intake forms
- Please dress in comfortable activewear whenever possible
Meet Our Team
Melissa Howard, OT
Occupational Therapy
John Bayer, PT
Physical Therapy
Lynette Rajterowski, OTR/L CHT
Occupational Therapy, Hand Occupational Therapy
Mary Kirchberg, OTR, CLT
Occupational Therapy
Ashley Dederich, PTA
Sports Medicine, Physical Therapy
Carolyn Kammen, PT
Physical Therapy
Kristy Beyer, PT
Orthopedic Physical Therapy, Physical Therapy
David Lippi-Guerron, PT, DPT
Sports Physical Therapy, Physical Therapy