Advanced Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine

09/24/2025

Strong women. Strong bones. Strong moms.

On Women’s Health & Fitness Day, we celebrate YOU!

See how PT & OT can help women stay active and confident through every stage of life.

Women’s Health & Fitness Day is about celebrating strength, resilience, and the unique health journeys women experience at every stage of life. From the first steps into motherhood to navigating midlife changes, to staying strong and independent as we age, women’s health deserves care that

09/23/2025

What a day at the Community First Fox Cities Marathon!

A few of our crew laced up and hit the half-marathon course, and wow, what an atmosphere.
Shoutout to the organizers, volunteers, and every single spectator bringing the energy. Seeing familiar faces in the crowd made the miles fly by (well… almost 😅).

Thanks for the cheers, high-fives, and good vibes.
We can’t wait to do it all again next year.
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Pictured:
-Megan, physical therapist assistant on our Industrial Medicine Team
-Dr. Rachael, physical therapist at our Fond du Lac clinic and on our Industrial Medicine Team
-Dr. Kaelyn, physical therapist at our Appleton East and Kimberly clinics
-Dr. Marcus, physical therapist on our Industrial Medicine team

09/22/2025

Weeks 1 & 2 of our “Are You Ready – Fit to Serve Series” at Mid-State Technical College - School of Public Safety are in the books!

Last week, Traci Tauferner, Director of Industrial and Tactical Medicine, shared powerful insights on the brain, trauma, and strategies for staying calm, thinking clearly, and recovering after tough calls.

📅 Coming up next:
-September 24, 2025 – Sleep Strategies for First Responders with Megan Werner, LAT, ATC
- October 1, 2025 – Fueling Tactical Performance with Lynsey Hansen, LAT, ATC
- October 8, 2025 – Fitness for Duty with Traci Tauferner, LAT, ATC, CSCS

If you’re a first responder in the area, this series is built for you.
Because when you’re at your best, you can give your best to the people who depend on you.

We look forward to seeing you on September 24th!
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Contact Kurt D. Heuer at kurt.heuer@mstc.edu for more information or to sign up for the talks that interest you.

09/19/2025

Today is National Concussion Awareness Day, and it's time to step up for brain safety.

A concussion is never “just a bump.” It’s your brain, and it matters. Awareness is the first step, but action is what makes the difference.

Here’s how you can help protect every brain:
✅ Share this post to spread awareness
✅ Know the signs: confusion, dizziness, headaches, memory problems, mood swings, and more
✅ Support baseline testing, protective gear, safe environments, and early evaluation

Together, we can make brain safety a priority.

Discover the details in our latest blog - link in comments.

09/18/2025

Big day at the Senior Living Expo hosted by the Appleton Noon Lions Club!

Allie, OT at Touchmark, and Cortany, PTA at Appleton North, brought the energy, chatting with attendees, answering questions, and sharing how therapy helps seniors stay strong, independent, and living life to the fullest.

We love being part of a community that champions healthy aging and limitless potential!

09/17/2025

Fun day at the Green Lake County Health & Wellness Fair!

Dr. PJ Christopherson, physical therapist at our Ripon clinic, and Brooke, our front desk superstar, spent the day answering questions, sharing tips, and showing that taking care of your health is easier with the right team by your side.

We left with full hearts and are grateful to serve such an amazing community.

Thanks for having us, Green Lake County Aging and Disability Resource Center!

09/17/2025

Awesome weekend in Waupaca!
We were proud to sponsor the 1st Annual Chain O’ Lakes Beer Chaser 5K and even more excited to cheer on Dean as he celebrated his birthday on the course.

Dean lives what we stand for: showing up for the community, supporting great causes, and having fun along the way.

Cheers to you, Dean, and to an unforgettable first year of this event!

09/16/2025

We’re building something bigger than a clinic.

At Advanced, our athletic trainers, physical therapists, and occupational therapists share one purpose: helping people perform at their best in the clinic, on the job site, and in the line of duty.

Every day is different. One morning, you may be rehabbing an athlete, that afternoon working onsite with a company to prevent injuries, and tomorrow supporting first responders with tactical medicine.

No matter the setting, we move as one team. Each specialty fuels the next, and together we create solutions that keep communities strong, healthy, and resilient.

We’re growing, and if this mission speaks to you, we want you on our team.
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Opportunities:

-Two Rivers / Manitowoc: Physical Therapist or Athletic Trainer
-Weston: Physical Therapist
-Shawano: Physical Therapist
-Green Bay: Physical Therapist
🔗Click the link in the comments to learn more.

09/15/2025

What an inspiring weekend at the 2025 Walk to End Alzheimer's - Fox Cities 💜

Dr. Gerad Donahue from our Champion Center clinic had the honor of leading the pre-walk warm-up, and several members of the Advanced PT team had the opportunity to connect with so many amazing individuals united for this cause.

A huge thank you to everyone who walked, supported, and helped make this event possible, and to Barb, one of the event's committee members (and an Advanced PT favorite!).

09/12/2025

Dr. Kaelyn and Dr. Kelsey from our Appleton East and Kimberly clinics had the honor of attending the 25th Annual Women's Fund for the Fox Valley Region Luncheon, alongside inspiring women (and allies) who lift our community every day.

Seeing Kathrine Switzer deliver her message of resilience and hearing stories from local changemakers reminded us of the immense power that lies in every supported voice.

Thank you to the Women’s Fund for creating space for hope, action, and change. We’re grateful to be part of this movement.

09/11/2025

Patriot Day reminds us of the strength we find in each other.

Today, we pause to honor the lives lost, the heroes who served, and the resilience of our communities.