Mountain Laurel Physical Therapy

Mountain Laurel Physical Therapy One-on-one care to alleviate your pain & dizziness to get you back to the activities you love

Another graduation day at Mountain Laurel! Big congrats to our amazing patient for putting in the work and finishing str...
04/19/2025

Another graduation day at Mountain Laurel! Big congrats to our amazing patient for putting in the work and finishing strong under Katherine’s care. We’re so proud of your progress—cheers to moving and feeling better for life!

Ever wonder how we figure out what’s causing your dizziness or vertigo?We use Vestibular First Infrared Video Goggles to...
04/12/2025

Ever wonder how we figure out what’s causing your dizziness or vertigo?

We use Vestibular First Infrared Video Goggles to get a clear look at your eye movements—even in complete darkness. Why does that matter? Because subtle, involuntary eye movements (called nystagmus) can tell us exactly what’s going on in your inner ear and balance system.

These goggles help us make accurate diagnoses and create personalized treatment plans—so you can get back to feeling steady and confident again.

Got vertigo, imbalance, or unexplained dizziness? We can help.

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🏆 Best of Des Moines: Healthcare Edition! 🏆We’re continuing our Best of Des Moines series by spotlighting Dr. Shawn Spoo...
03/31/2025

🏆 Best of Des Moines: Healthcare Edition! 🏆

We’re continuing our Best of Des Moines series by spotlighting Dr. Shawn Spooner with UnityPoint Sports Medicine and Concussion Center in Urbandale! 🎉

Dr. Spooner is a leading expert in sports medicine and concussion management, helping athletes and active individuals recover safely and return to doing what they love. 🏃‍♂️⚽🏈 His comprehensive approach ensures that patients receive top-tier care, whether they’re dealing with sports injuries, post-concussion symptoms, or performance optimization.

As a trusted provider in the Des Moines area, Dr. Spooner is dedicated to advancing concussion care, promoting injury prevention, and keeping our community active and healthy. 💪🧠

In our latest podcast episode, we dive into the latest in concussion management, injury recovery, and how sports medicine is evolving to keep athletes safer than ever! 🎙️🏅✨

📲 Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/bOfg5O6ZZtE (link in bio!)

Know a rockstar provider who deserves a shoutout? Drop their name in the comments! ⬇️

" I visited Mountain Laurel Physical Therapy following brain surgery. Everyone in the office was friendly and knowledgea...
03/28/2025

" I visited Mountain Laurel Physical Therapy following brain surgery. Everyone in the office was friendly and knowledgeable. My therapist, Mo, was amazing! She focused on the areas that were specific to my lifestyle. I highly recommend! "

Your symptoms may affect you differently than the experience of the next patient with the same diagnosis. Dizziness is ...
03/19/2025

Your symptoms may affect you differently than the experience of the next patient with the same diagnosis.

Dizziness is a symptom that is experienced in myriad ways. People sometimes describe feeling the room spinning, lightheadedness, or unsteadiness.

None of these are “right” or “wrong” ways to describe what you are feeling. As clinicians, we use the diagnosis to inform us about what to expect, but we must also take the patient’s unique experience into account. It is easy to fall into the false thought trap that once you have a diagnosis, it will define you.

We consider your diagnosis as part of the framework that we use to tailor your plan of care, but it is not the roadmap.

An accurate diagnosis includes a comprehensive medical assessment as well as information about your symptoms, medications you’re taking, and a detailed family medical history.

All these puzzle pieces come together to inform us not only of your diagnosis but how your diagnosis affects you as a unique individual. Contact us at (515) 520-8037 and we can help you with the dizziness you are experiencing.

🏆 Best of Des Moines: Healthcare Edition! 🏆We’re kicking off our Best of Des Moines series by highlighting Katherine Con...
03/17/2025

🏆 Best of Des Moines: Healthcare Edition! 🏆

We’re kicking off our Best of Des Moines series by highlighting Katherine Connor with Hatch Physical Therapy! 🎉 Katherine specializes in pediatric pelvic health, pregnancy and postpartum care, breastfeeding conditions, and infant & early childhood development—helping little ones and moms move, grow, and thrive. 💪👶💜

She is one of the very few providers in the Des Moines area who treats pediatric pelvic floor incontinence, bedwetting, chronic kidney conditions, and tethered oral issues, offering much-needed care for families navigating these challenges.

In our latest podcast episode, we dive into how physical therapy can support tongue ties, pediatric pelvic floor therapy, and more! 🎙️👶✨

📲 Watch the full episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=InSVxSUGXEI (link in bio!)

Know a rockstar provider who deserves a shoutout? Drop their name in the comments! ⬇️

📢 Did You Know? Kids Get Migraines Too! 🤯➡️ 10% of children and up to 28% of adolescents experience migraines. These hea...
03/17/2025

📢 Did You Know? Kids Get Migraines Too! 🤯
➡️ 10% of children and up to 28% of adolescents experience migraines. These headaches can affect school, sports, and daily activities.

💡 Physical therapy can help! PT addresses:
✅ Posture & muscle tension – Reducing strain on the neck and shoulders, common migraine triggers
✅ Neck & spine alignment – Improving mobility and decreasing tension-related headaches
✅ Vestibular dysfunction – Many kids with migraines also experience dizziness, balance issues, or motion sensitivity. PT helps retrain the brain and body to improve stability and reduce migraine triggers.
✅ Visual training – Strengthening eye tracking, focus, and coordination to minimize visual stress that can contribute to headaches
✅ Exercise & relaxation techniques – Helping kids build strength, improve movement patterns, and manage stress to reduce migraine frequency

If your child struggles with headaches, we can help! Call us to learn more. 📞 515-520-8037

I went to our family physician yesterday morning with a staggering case of vertigo and a headache. She prescribed predni...
03/15/2025

I went to our family physician yesterday morning with a staggering case of vertigo and a headache. She prescribed prednisone and gave me a referral for physical therapy. I called this office and they got me in at 4:00 that afternoon. What a blessing. They had all the equipment they needed to determine what physical therapy to do. Many many thanks to Alec for spending so much time with me. Today… I do not have vertigo symptoms! And my headache is better. Looking forward to our follow-up appointment tomorrow . I’m happy and very thankful to tell them I feel much better already! 💝🙏- Marilyn A.

🧠✨ At Mountain Laurel PT, we understand how challenging it can be for kids dealing with dizziness, motion sensitivity, a...
03/10/2025

🧠✨ At Mountain Laurel PT, we understand how challenging it can be for kids dealing with dizziness, motion sensitivity, and headaches. Whether it’s from vestibular issues, concussions, or other conditions, these symptoms can disrupt daily life and activities.

👦👧 Our team is here to provide personalized treatment plans that focus on improving balance, reducing discomfort, and helping kids get back to doing what they love—whether it’s playing sports, focusing in school, or simply enjoying time with friends.

We offer specialized therapy to help kids navigate their symptoms and build strength, coordination, and confidence. Every child deserves to feel their best, and we’re committed to supporting them on their journey to recovery. 💪🌟

If your child is struggling with dizziness, motion sensitivity, or headaches, don’t hesitate to reach out. Together, we can help them thrive! 🙌

📞 DM us for more info or call to schedule a consultation!

✨ Vestibular Symposium 2025 ✨Last month, Mountain Laurel Physical Therapy had the incredible opportunity to attend and s...
02/28/2025

✨ Vestibular Symposium 2025 ✨

Last month, Mountain Laurel Physical Therapy had the incredible opportunity to attend and sponsor the Vestibular Symposium—a gathering of experts dedicated to advancing care for those with dizziness, vertigo, and balance disorders. 🌀💙

It was an amazing weekend of learning, collaboration, and connecting with fellow professionals passionate about helping patients regain stability and confidence. We’re proud to be part of a community that prioritizes cutting-edge research and patient-centered care!

Thank you to everyone who stopped by our table—we loved sharing our approach to vestibular rehab and discussing how we can continue improving outcomes for those we serve. 🙌

Margot's face says it all. She is quite sad that we won't be able to see you at the clinic tomorrow due to the weather. ...
02/11/2025

Margot's face says it all. She is quite sad that we won't be able to see you at the clinic tomorrow due to the weather. Please stay safe and warm! We will you see back at the office on Thursday.

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8365 University Boulevard
Clive, IA
50325

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Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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