KORT Physical Therapy

07/25/2025

At 74, Richard Arnspiger hasn't slowed down. He takes care of his house, hikes and is a photographer. However, when the arthritis in his knees started to make it difficult to comfortably do his photography assignment and enjoy life outdoors, the pain ultimately influenced the decision to undergo a second full knee replacement.

When Richard first started coming to KORT - Holiday Manor, he was nervous; he didn't know what to expect, his strength and flexibility were low.

"My team was primarily Ryan Hamilton and Kira Williams," Richard said. "Both were excellent in understanding how I felt and working with me to improve my strength and flexibility."

While they worked with Richard, Ryan and Kira were encouraging as he met milestones like bending his leg past the 120-degree mark.

Soon enough, Richard was taking walks again without pain, bending and lifting objects normally. Now, he's back to hiking and taking care of his horse.

07/24/2025

It's not every day a production team calls requesting a physical therapist to help a member of a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame band.

But when they do call, we show up.

Physical Therapist Lauren Caldwell and Physical Therapist Assistant Lyndsay Wingle made their way to Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort to be of assistance.

Rick "Sav" Savage, bass guitarist and one of the founding members of Def Leppard, was dealing with a painful muscle strain. Still, he had a goal to play – and perform – through the band's 90-minute show, saying, "You can't just stand there and play the guitar."

With Lauren and Lyndsay's help, Sav was able to "rock" through the performance; they stayed to make sure.

The duo, of course, left with a keepsake "photograph" with Sav.

Thank you, Sav, Def Leppard and Soaring Eagle for trusting in The Power of Physical Therapy!

07/22/2025

Looking for low back pain relief? Our latest blog explores the 10 things you should stop doing immediately, along with four activities that can help.

You feel it in the simplest daily tasks: bending to pick something off the floor, standing while cooking dinner, exercising. It’s the dreaded “low back pain,” that uncomfortable, sometimes debilitating, feeling in the lumbar part of the spine, the area from the lower ribcage to the buttocks.

07/17/2025

Imagine arriving to your first physical therapy appointment in a wheelchair and then walking your daughter down the aisle just 10 months later.

That was Larry Heemskerk’s goal when he came to physical therapy back in September. Larry had a history of dizzy spells as well as some impairments in his gait and balance. Working with Physical Therapists Tori Searcy and Alissa Milos, Larry slowly gained his strength back with exercises like standing, marching with weights and resisted cable column walking.

Throughout their time together, Tori and Larry agreed on just about everything except two things: how many laps of walking they were going to do each day and which team was going to win the Big Game. Despite their disagreements, Larry was ultimately the winner, as he completed his rehabilitation and successfully walked his daughter down the aisle. He even took part in the father-daughter dance with his daughter, Danielle.

Larry returned after the wedding to express his gratitude to Tori and Alissa. “You both did such a good job,” said Larry. “I couldn’t have done it without you.”

07/16/2025

Frances Edwards had a complete replacement of her right knee. Post-surgery, she was looking to get back on her feet.

With the help of the team at our Campbellsville center, Frances has made huge progress. Now, she no longer needs her walker, she can bend her knee and walk better. While she's still using a cane, she is hopeful she'll be able to give it up soon.

"The staff are exceptional at their jobs," she shared. "They are so nice and patient with you. I thoroughly enjoyed my experience and I am so glad I chose KORT."

07/14/2025

Our Nicholasville Brannon Crossing center has expanded! This newly renovated location now features private rooms for CoreVia Pelvic Health therapy.

Additional services include functional capacity evaluations, concussion rehabilitation, dry needling and more.

Request an appointment here: https://bit.ly/4lHCJQx

07/14/2025

Who could use a vacation?

Our extensive network of physical therapy centers ensures you receive quality care no matter where your summer travels take you. In many cases, you don't need a prescription. Rest assured, you'll receive the same exceptional care from any of our brands. Just check out our "find a location" page to locate a center near you - or wherever you are headed!

07/12/2025

For when you want to actually enjoy your vacation, and not spend it in pain, read our latest blog. Learn about proper packing to avoid injuries, movements for long flights and road trip posture to get the most out of your time off.

As the summer adventures begin, we have some great tips to prepare you for your time away while keeping your body in prime shape for movement on the journey.

07/11/2025

While playing volleyball, Victoria Richmond tore her labrum in her shoulder.

When Victoria is not on the court, she enjoys working with horses. However, due to this injury, she was unable to pursue her favorite hobbies.

Victoria turned to Physical Therapist Iverson Griffin at our Versailles center for recovery support.

"I remember the first day I was dry-needled at KORT," Victoria shared. "I was so scared."

Afraid of needles, dry needling felt daunting. The treatment uses a dry needle — a needle without medicine — to target muscular and connective tissues.

Her fear didn't stop her. Victoria pushed through with encouragement from others.

"It wasn't that bad and the willingness to support me was huge," she said.

Thanks to dry needling and hard work in physical therapy, Victoria feels great. She can work with horses and play volleyball again without pain.

07/10/2025

Our Brandenburg center was proud to sponsor The 2025 Gauntlet Disc Golf Tournament! Team members were on-site providing drills and training for better performance and recovery.

07/09/2025

EMG or electromyography uses electrodes to measure the electric activity of muscles while resting. Physical Therapist Luke Brohm gives a great visual to how it works!

Thirteen of our locations can perform the EMG test, call 800.645.KORT for more information.

07/08/2025

Teammates from KORT Versailles, Physical Therapist Drew Stuber and Business Development Manager Chelsea Hartley, enjoyed supporting the Woodford County Chamber Of Commerce annual golf scramble. Drew provided golfers with stretching and injury screenings.