Physical Therapy

Our Physical Therapy Department at Multicare Health Clinic in Sioux City


Physical therapy is often recommended in conjunction with chiropractic adjustments to help speed the process of healing and to increase mobility. At Multicare Health Clinic in Sioux City, we offer a wide variety of treatment options from your chiropractor to get you back in action. We are always investing in new technology, and the best non-invasive treatment therapies as well to help with your condition. New for 2024 are Shockwave, Softwave, and Cold-Laser therapies, which are used by major league teams of all sports for fast pain relief, sometimes in minutes! Specific information is coming soon.

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What is Physical Therapy?

Physical therapy is the process of helping a person restore and maintain maximum movement and function ability. This non-invasive treatment is done by a trained physical therapist and includes different techniques to help you decrease pain and stiffness. Heat, ice, ultrasound, manual therapy, electrical stimulation, or many other types of physical therapy treatments (as seen below) may be used along with small physical exercises to increase strength and improve function. The physical therapist will also provide patient education about the condition or illness to help you understand your diagnosis and the prognosis of your condition.

Conditions Treatable with Physical Therapy

  • Musculoskeletal dysfunction, including back pain, rotator cuff tears, and TMJ
  • Arthritis
  • Whiplash / MVA Injuries
  • Sciatica
  • Headaches 
  • Concussion
  • Post-surgical Rehabilitation for Total Joint Replacement
  • Low Back Pain
  • Neck Pain
  • Mid-Back Pain
  • Rib Pain
  • Dizziness / Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV)
  • Knee Sprain/Strain
  • Neck Sprain/Strain
  • Tennis Elbow / Golfer's Elbow
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Many, many other conditions

Are you looking for non-invasive treatment of a condition not listed? Call the clinic, or request an appointment below for a free consultation with one of our physicians. 

Types of Physical Therapy Treatments

There are several types of physical therapy treatments available at Multicare Health Clinic: 

Orthopedic physical therapy involves joint mobilization, manual therapy, strength training, and mobility training.

Geriatric physical therapy helps older patients work through mobility problems due to arthritis, osteoporosis and Alzheimer’s.

Neurological physical therapy for those with disorders and conditions like Parkinson’s. spinal cord injuries, brain injuries, and stroke. This treatment works to increase limb responsiveness, treats paralysis and reduces muscle atrophy.

Vestibular therapy treats balance problems through a series of manual exercises and techniques.

Decongestive therapy helps to drain the accumulated fluid in patients with lymphedema through a series of exercises.

Physical Therapy Services

  • Manual Therapy
  • Shockwave Therapy
  • Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization - Commonly referred to as Graston or "Scraping"
  • Electrical Muscle Stimulation
  • Cryotherapy
  • Iontophoresis
  • Soft Tissue Oscillation
  • Phonophoresis
  • Therapeutic Exercise
  • Balance and Fall Prevention Testing/Training
  • Sports Rehab and Performance Training
  • Digital Range of Motion Study
  • Cardiorespiratory Endurance Testing (VO2 Max)
  • Digital Postural Assessments
  • Computer-Based Sports Training Programs
  • Resistive Band Exercises
  • Digital Muscle Testing
  • Muscle Weight Training/Stabilization
  • Sioux City Fire and Rescue Fitness Assessments
  • Natural Pain Relief

Multicare Health Clinic

3930 STADIUM DR
SIOUX CITY, IA 51106
Phone Number: (712) 276-4325

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Monday:

8:00 am-6:00 pm

Tuesday:

8:00 am-6:00 pm

Wednesday:

8:00 am-6:00 pm

Thursday:

8:00 am-6:00 pm

Friday:

8:30 am-2:00 pm

Saturday:

Closed

Sunday:

Closed

Testimonials

  • "I leave here feeling confident that I have the resources to manage my pain and live normally, and that's priceless."
    Alycen V.
  • "I'm now a believer now! I didn't think chiropractic could help my foot problems. But after meeting with Dr. Pistello and Dr. Dave for a few weeks, I'm feeling so much better!"
    Gino G.
  • "After an accident at work I didn't think I'd ever get relief from my aching shoulder. But, the doctors at Multicare gave me adjustments and physical therapy and now I feel normal again."
    Cliff C.
  • "I now can go a full week without pain and headaches."
    Luke W.
  • "At night my right hand would go painfully numb at least 2-3 times where I could not sleep. Now, I don't have that pain and can get a full night sleep."
    Janet D.
  • "My company encouraged all of us employees to get screened at Multicare. I didn't know what to expect. It was easy and I learned so much. The orthotics they prescribed really help me to feel more stable and confident at work."
    Jim J.
  • "After my knee surgery I was asked where I wanted to do my physical therapy, I chose Multicare Health Clinic and I'm so glad I did! Dr. Steve and the therapy assistants (Sara and Megan) are fabulous! They know what they're doing and they all really seemed to care about my recovery. I'm feeling fantastic! I'll definitely go back again whenever I need therapy or adjustments."
    Sheri J.
  • "Being able to present my back pain to three different professions in one place and knowing that they are working together to make me better is very comforting."
    Charlie P.
  • "I'm so glad my sister referred me to Multicare! My elbow hasn't felt this good in a long time. Thanks to the great physical therapy team there."
    Ellen E.
  • "After my consultatin with the doctors at Multicare Health Clinic, I understand how to address my balance issues."
    Anna A.
  • "I wasn't able to use my hand the way I should. After working with Dr. Sneller and the physical therapy team, I can use my hand again."
    Ivy I.
  • "There couldn't be a better physical therapy team in Siouxland! Not only did my knee feel so much better after six weeks, but I feel like I made new friends."
    Karla K.
  • "I wasn't able to use my hand the way I should. After working with Dr. Sneller and the physical therapy team, I can use my hand again."
    Henry H.
  • "My shoulder and neck feel so much better. I now have the knowledge, motivation, desire and tools to keep up the exercises."
    Barb B.
  • "Dr. Sneller helped. I haven't been feeling dizzy anymore."
    Belinda B
  • "Not only is my pain level down to zero, but what I'm really thrilled with, is that I have normal feeling in my hands."
    Jill L.
  • "I'm a runner. When I wasn't able to run due to leg problems, I was devastated. But a consultation at Multicare Health Clinic identified the problem and after some adjustments, stimulation treatments and therapy, I'm running again!"
    Lisa L.