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Improve mobility & strength, learn simple exercises, and reduce your fall risk with FREE senior fitness classes led by MRHC Physical Therapists, Taylor Nelson and Lucas Schwery. Classes will take place every Wednesday starting August 7th until September 25th from 11-11:30am at the Manning Senior Center. These classes will be tailored to individuals 70+.
For more information, please contact the MRHC Therapy Department at (712) 655-8298.
Looking to improve mobility & strength, learn simple exercises, and reduce your fall risk? MRHC Physical Therapists, Taylor Nelson and Lucas Schwery will be leading free fitness classes for seniors 70+ beginning in August. Classes will occur every Wednesday from August 7th until September 25th from 11-11:30 am at the Manning Senior Center.
“MRHC is working to offer more services for seniors in the community, and we became aware that fitness classes were of interest,” said MRHC Therapy Director, Taylor Nelson, PT, DPT. “Our goals with this fitness program are to keep people as mobile as possible and educate and empower older individuals to do simple things to maintain their strength and independence as they age. We lose strength as we get older, leading to other difficulties, one being falls. Exercising regularly has been proven to reduce this risk, and our goal is to help people by showing them ways to exercise safely.”
As a Vestibular Rehabilitation Specialist, Nelson specializes in orthopedic-type conditions, implementing a multifaceted approach, including hands-on and exercise-based treatments to help patients achieve their therapy goals. Since starting at MRHC in 2021, Nelson has been dedicated to providing high-quality, evidence-based care.
In addition to Nelson, Physical Therapist Lucas Schwery, DPT, can address a variety of impairments including musculoskeletal, neurological, cardiovascular, balance, gait, and post-surgical impairments and injuries.
The MRHC therapy department is continually expanding and enhancing treatment options and services. Physical therapy hours are Monday-Thursday 7-7, and Friday 8-5. Occupational and speech therapy appointments are scheduled on an as-needed basis.
For more information about the senior fitness classes, please contact the MRHC Therapy Department at (712) 655-8298.
The therapy department at Manning Regional Healthcare Center (MRHC) is excited to welcome an additional physical therapist, Lucas Schwery, DPT. Schwery will be joining Taylor Nelson, DPT, in offering physical therapy services to address a variety of impairments including musculoskeletal, neurological, cardiovascular, balance, gait, and post-surgical impairments and injuries.
“I chose to work at MRHC because my wife and I live just outside of Manning. We are looking forward to planting our roots and starting our family here,” said Schwery.
After needing treatment for an ankle injury in high school, Schwery became interested in the physical therapy field.
“My injury inspired me to pursue an athletic training work study job in college,” said Schwery. “It was at this job that I found my passion for helping others return from injury to do the things that they love and achieve their goals. In many cases, physical therapy is a conservative way to improve a variety of our patients’ impairments.”
Signs and symptoms that indicate someone would benefit from physical therapy include any pain associated with the movement of a body part, frequent falls, dizziness, the inability to complete daily activities, and chronic pain.
Schwery grew up in Kimballton and attended Exira EH-K High School. He completed his undergraduate schooling at Morningside College where he worked with the athletic training staff helping provide sideline coverage for athletic events. He then graduated from Briar Cliff University from their Doctor of Physical Therapy program.
To schedule a physical therapy appointment, call (712) 655-8298.