Well Balanced Physical Therapy

Well Balanced Physical Therapy Your destination for orthopedic + pelvic floor physical therapy in the Sioux Falls area. https://linktr.ee/wellbalancedphysicaltherapy

Well Balanced Physical Therapy is your destination for physical therapy and wellness services in the Sioux Falls area.

✨ Nursery planning, round two! ✨When we were preparing for our first baby, I had no idea how much time I’d spend in the ...
09/27/2025

✨ Nursery planning, round two! ✨

When we were preparing for our first baby, I had no idea how much time I’d spend in the recliner/glider. Now that we’re getting ready for baby #2, I’m even more thankful we invested in a chair that’s supportive and functional — because it makes those long hours of feeding, rocking, and resting so much more comfortable.

Here are a few things I look for as both a PT and a mom:

🌿 Support matters → Good lumbar support can facilitate upright posture. (And if your chair isn’t perfect? A lumbar pillow is a game changer.)

🌿 Seat height + depth → Your feet should touch the ground without your pelvis tucking under. A pillow can also help adjust the depth if needed.

🌿 Easy recline + adjustability → Because let’s be real… one-handed adjustments while holding a baby are a must.

🌿 Head + neck support → Wingback or headrest features make a big difference in preventing neck strain during late-night feeds.

🌿 Durability + cleanability → Babies are messy, so fabric that’s easy to clean = peace of mind.

Choosing the right chair isn’t just about aesthetics — it’s about protecting your body, too

We still love the recliner we chose for our first nursery (link in bio if you’re curious!) but it's been fun making another calming and welcoming nursery for baby girl 💗

How long does it take to see results from PT and/or strength training?Most people start noticing changes in 4–6 weeks 💪🏼...
09/24/2025

How long does it take to see results from PT and/or strength training?

Most people start noticing changes in 4–6 weeks 💪🏼

Here’s why (swipe through to learn more about each) ⬇️

💪🏼 Neuromuscular adaptations happen between weeks 0 and 4
💪🏼 Muscle hypertrophy happens between 4 and 6 weeks
💪🏼 Long-term strength & resilience takes 8 to 12+ weeks

The key is patience + consistency. You will feel stronger before you look stronger, and both are important wins!

Low back pain is one of the most common reasons people stop moving — but movement is actually one of the best treatments...
09/19/2025

Low back pain is one of the most common reasons people stop moving — but movement is actually one of the best treatments!!!!

✨ Gentle core + mobility work like cat/cow, open book, bird dog, dead bug, hip abduction, and bridges can help restore stability and reduce stiffness.
✨ Aerobic exercise (like walking, cycling, or swimming) is just as important — it improves blood flow, reduces inflammation, and can even decrease pain sensitivity.
✨ Strength training builds resilience so your back can handle life’s demands without flaring up.

The key isn’t doing just one thing, but combining mobility, strength, and aerobic exercise so your spine and surrounding muscles stay strong, flexible, and supported.

Dealing with back pain? You don’t have to “rest it”. Movement is medicine — and the right movement makes all the difference!

✨ NEW this October: Strong + Well Balanced ✨This 6-week series blends expert physical therapy knowledge with energizing ...
09/18/2025

✨ NEW this October: Strong + Well Balanced ✨

This 6-week series blends expert physical therapy knowledge with energizing small-group strength training — designed to help you build strength, confidence, and consistency in a safe, supportive setting.

With just 6 spots per class, you’ll get the perfect balance of personalized coaching and group motivation. Each week is intentionally programmed as a progressive strength series — focused on results, injury prevention, and steady progress — so you can train hard and train safe.

All levels are welcome! Expect a rotation of dumbbells, bands, stability balls, and bodyweight exercises that challenge your whole body while keeping things approachable and fun.

🗓 Tuesdays 5:30 AM and/or Thursdays 4:30 PM
📍 The Wellness Collective Yoga Studio

Commit to all 6 weeks and receive special pricing -- just reach out to us and let us know! Link in bio to sign up!

Come for the workout, stay for the community 💪🏼✨

Our Mommy + Me Postpartum Workout is more than movement—it’s connection, community, and a safe space to feel strong agai...
09/17/2025

Our Mommy + Me Postpartum Workout is more than movement—it’s connection, community, and a safe space to feel strong again.

Join us next Thursday and see what it’s all about! 👶🏻🩵🎀

“When can I run again postpartum?” 🏃‍♀️The classic PT answer I dreaded in school (but now fully appreciate): it depends....
09/09/2025

“When can I run again postpartum?” 🏃‍♀️

The classic PT answer I dreaded in school (but now fully appreciate): it depends.

Postpartum recovery isn’t a one-size-fits-all. We don't believe in statements that apply all, either. Jumping right back into high-impact exercise without rebuilding your foundation can increase risk of injury, leakage, prolapse, or chronic pain.

Instead, think of it as a phased return:
✨ Phase 1: Breath + core connection
✨ Phase 2: Body weight strength + stability
✨ Phase 3: Loaded strength training
✨ Phase 4: Single-leg strength
✨ Phase 5: Impact prep
✨ Phase 6: Return to impact

Each phase builds on the one before it → restoring strength, control, and confidence so you can safely get back to running, jumping, or whatever movement you love most.

The key? Your timeline will be unique which requires individualized progression. This is why working with a pelvic floor PT matters — so your return is successful.

Have you started thinking about your return-to-impact plan yet?

New season, new rhythms 🍁 Fall always feels like a chance to reset and refocus — and I give myself permission to do tha...
09/09/2025

New season, new rhythms 🍁

Fall always feels like a chance to reset and refocus — and I give myself permission to do that as many times as I need to. I’m leaning into cozy, slow evenings, nourishing food, and movement that feels good. And letting go of stressors, distractions, and the little things that don’t serve me.

🍁 What else is on your fall ‘ins + outs’ this year?

✨ 4 ways to work with us ✨Each session you will: ✨ get to spend one whole hour (sometimes more) with your doctor of phys...
09/05/2025

✨ 4 ways to work with us ✨

Each session you will:
✨ get to spend one whole hour (sometimes more) with your doctor of physical therapy
✨ receive guidance on how you promote healing outside the walls of our clinic
✨ see the same provider and you will never see a PTA or aide
✨ get answers to all your questions and concerns so you can quit searching your symptoms via Google or Chat GPT
✨ leave feeling confident and empowered in your movement journey

If you've reach out and have yet to book your appointment or haven't yet reached out, please do! Fall is the perfect time to get back to routine and feeling your best before the holidays. 🌻

“Just breathe” 🫁 It sounds simple, but did you know your breath is one of the most powerful tools for your nervous syste...
09/02/2025

“Just breathe” 🫁 It sounds simple, but did you know your breath is one of the most powerful tools for your nervous system, core + pelvic floor?

I’ve been retaking the updated PCES course by Sarah Duvall, and one big takeaway is how much breathing impacts strength, stability, AND pain management.

➡️ The way you breathe affects pressure in your system
➡️ That pressure influences your core, your pelvic floor, and even your neck and back

Studies consistently highlight how breathing:
➡️ Reduces low back pain
➡️ Enhance core stability and function
➡️ Improves mental health and stress resilience through controlled breathing patterns

Breathing might be the missing piece that helps your body feel more supported and balanced.

🌿 Breathe well. Move well. Feel well.

Want to live longer and live better? Improve your VO₂ max!!!Improving your cardiorespiratory fitness is one of the most ...
08/29/2025

Want to live longer and live better? Improve your VO₂ max!!!

Improving your cardiorespiratory fitness is one of the most powerful ways to slow aging and protect your health for the long run.

Moving from the lowest VO₂ max bracket (bottom 25%) to above average reduces all-cause mortality by nearly 50%—that’s a bigger impact than quitting smoking or reversing diabetes. 🤯

VO₂ max reflects how well your heart, lungs, and muscles deliver and use oxygen. When it's better, everything from walking up stairs to recovering from workouts gets easier—while your risk of disease drops.

How to elevate it:
• Zone 2 cardio (think a comfortable jog, bike, or row where you can chat)
• Intervals—short bursts of high effort (all out of any exercise -- sprints, squat jumps, etc) followed by rest
• 2-3 times per week and consistency over time will get you there

Life is about longevity, vitality, and joy. If you want help building better breath and better fitness, let’s talk!

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2333 W 57th Street, Suite 103
Sioux Falls, SD
57108

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+6056108220

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