Looking for a way to reduce stress, build strength and increase balance and flexibility? Try Tai Chi! Des Moines University Physical Therapy Clinic is offering free Tai Chi classes July 21 and 23 from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. in the Student […]
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Commencement is always a special occasion at a university, but 2015 is extra-special for DMU’s physical therapy program: In May it graduated its 25th class, which is also the program’s 10th class of doctors of physical therapy. Here’s the journey
Physical Therapy program celebrates 25 years Read More
Stroke is the number one cause of adult disability and the fourth leading cause of death in the United States. Despite its prevalence, many misconceptions remain about stroke. These common myths have been perpetuated for far too long and it’s
Setting the story straight about stroke Read More
A terrific team: DMU physical therapy clinicians include Libby Trausch, Sharon Johansen, Kari Smith, Shane McClinton, Traci Bush, Michelle Brown, Kathy Mercuris and Shannon Petersen, with patient services representative Fran Allen. When the city of Des Moines in 2009 switched
Physical Therapy Clinic moves patients, improves function in every stage and age Read More
Kathy Mercuris, PT, DHS has been a member of the Physical Therapy faculty since the program began in 1988. Originally from Illinois, she received her physical therapy degree from Northwestern University in Chicago and worked at Northwestern Memorial Hospital for 2 years. Her husband is from Marshalltown
Wesley Life partnered with DMU for the 2nd year to host the Fall Prevention Awareness event held on September 14. Michelle Brown, Kathy Mercuris, Tracy Bush and Laura Covill supervised DPT students. During the three hour event, 75 community dwelling individuals
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