Oncology Questions? We have answers!
Did you know that Generation Care specializes in the treatment of cancer patients? We have had the incredible honor of helping many patients in the West Michigan area. While treatment is what most people think about, there is also the recovery process. Restoring function and...
Dry Needling at the Grand Rapids Performance Center
Dry needling is a modality that is useful for pain, dizziness, and neuromuscular dysfunction. It involves the insertion of a sterile monofilament (small diameter) needle into myofascial trigger points. The area(s) of insertion are unique to the person receiving the treatment. Some clinicians will insert...
So, What Does a Physical Therapist Really Do?
As we celebrate Physical Therapy Month, it is a chance to reflect on all the fantastic people that we get to work with daily. From young to old, we are afforded the opportunity to really get to connect with people and help them achieve all...
October Pediatric Patient of the Month: Grason!
Grason Collis has been working hard in speech and language therapy and occupational therapy at North Ottawa Community Hospital outpatient center. Grason attends speech and language therapy with Jen Feurt, M.A, CCC-SLP and occupational therapy with Krystina Donoghue, M.S, OTR/L. In speech, Grason is currently...
Run (or walk) On the Moon with Our Alter G Treadmill
Are you sick of that nagging joint pain in your knee? Are you ready to return to sport faster? Tired of the swelling in your ankles at the end of the day due to a previous ankle sprain? All of these problems can be resolved...
Women’s Health & Fitness Day 2019!
National Women’s Health and Fitness Day is the nation’s largest annual health promotion event for women of all ages and is always held on the last Wednesday in September. The 2019 event is set for September 25. This day focuses on the importance of regular...
Maintaining a Healthy Back
Aging can be scary, but there are ways to maintain your body and health during the process. Structural changes to the joints and discs of our spine is a natural aging process. Similar to the brake pads of a car, these structures often become thinner as...
September Pediatric Patient of the Month: Jordan!
Jordan has been working hard with Jackie Bradley, DPT to correct his torticollis and strengthen & balance training! Spending time in physical therapy at Generation Care has helped Jordan achieve his greatest accomplishment yet - gaining ground in his overall balance and strength in mobility! His new...
New Clinic Opening in Hudsonville!
We are excited to announce a new clinic location in Hudsonville! The clinic is located at 7559 36th Avenue, in the new Georgetown Square complex on the corner of 36th Avenue and Baldwin Street. The new clinic will be open Monday through Friday from 7:30...
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Dance is in Session!
Any dancers out there? Dancers are a unique group of athletes, who not only have to perform incredible bodily movements but who have to look calm and emotive while doing so! Due to the high physical demand and repetitive motions, injuries in dancers are common…VERY common. Several...