Gottsche Rehabilitation Center - Worland

10/26/2026

UPDATE: The phones are back up. Thank you for your patience.

📞 Worland Clinic Phone Outage

Our Worland clinic’s phone service is currently down. If you need to reach us for scheduling, questions, or any other assistance, please call our Thermopolis clinic at 307-864-2146 and our team will be happy to help!

Thank you for your patience and understanding! 💙

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10/26/2026

🔎 What Does a Physical Therapist Actually Evaluate?

Your first PT visit starts with getting to know YOU! What you’re feeling, what’s become difficult, and what you want to get back to doing.

Depending on your needs, your physical therapist may evaluate:

💬 Your symptoms and health history.
When did the problem start? What makes it better or worse? How does it affect your day?

↔️ Your movement and flexibility.
How comfortably can your joints and muscles move? Where are you feeling restricted?

💪 Your strength.
How well do your muscles support you during everyday activities?

⚖️ Your balance and coordination.
How steady do you feel when standing, walking, turning, or navigating uneven ground?

🚶 Your everyday movements.
Your PT may watch how you walk, climb stairs, reach, or get up from a chair to understand what’s challenging.

🎯 Your goals.
Whether it’s returning to work, heading out hunting, or keeping up with your grandkids, your goals help shape your care.

Your PT also checks for concerns that may need another healthcare provider’s attention. The findings help guide a personalized treatment plan and provide a starting point for measuring progress.

💙 At Gottsche, care starts with listening and understanding what moving better means to you.

10/24/2026

💙 World Polio Day: A Personal Connection to Our Purpose

For Gottsche, World Polio Day is a meaningful reminder of the family story behind our mission.

Marguerite Gottsche, daughter of William H. and Carrie Gottsche, lived with polio. Her family sought treatment around the world, but it was here in Thermopolis, in the warm thermal waters, that she found relief from her pain.

That experience inspired her parents to leave funds to establish a rehabilitation center in Thermopolis—helping others access the care that had meant so much to their family. In 1954, that vision became the Gottsche Foundation.

Today, we honor Marguerite’s story and all those whose lives have been affected by polio. We also recognize the health workers, volunteers, and vaccination efforts bringing the world closer to ending this disease.

Her story reminds us why access to care matters: relief, greater independence, and the opportunity to keep doing the things that make life meaningful.

That purpose continues at Gottsche today, through care rooted in our communities and accessible to all, regardless of ability to pay.

Honoring our history. Carrying hope forward. 💙

10/23/2026

🍂❄️ Before the Snow Flies, Give Your Entryway a Safety Check!

Wyoming winter can arrive quickly! A little preparation now can help reduce slips and trips for you, your family, and your visitors.

💡 Light the way.
Check porch lights and replace burned-out bulbs so steps and changes in elevation are easy to see.

🍂 Clear your path.
Sweep away leaves and move shoes, cords, and seasonal decorations out of walking areas—including stairs.

🛠️ Check steps and handrails.
Repair loose or uneven steps. Make sure handrails are secure, ideally on both sides of the stairs.

🚪 Mind your mats.
Use a low-profile mat with a nonslip backing that lies flat. Replace curled or worn mats and wipe up tracked-in moisture promptly.

🧂 Get winter supplies ready.
Keep a shovel and sand or ice melt accessible but out of the walkway. Arrange help with snow removal if needed.

💙 Prepare your balance, too.
If you feel unsteady or worry about falling, our Gottsche physical therapy team can help assess your balance and build a plan around your needs.

A safer winter starts at your front door!

10/21/2026

🎒🦌 Pack It Right: Give Your Back a Better Hunting Season
Before you head into the hills, give some thought to how you load, lift, and put on your hunting pack. A few small adjustments can help reduce strain:

✅ Balance your load.
Keep heavier gear close to your back and centered in the pack. Balance both sides and secure loose items so they don’t shift.

✅ Get close before you lift.
Plant your feet on firm ground, bend through your hips and knees, and keep the pack close. Lift smoothly—avoid jerking or twisting with the weight.

✅ Use a little support.
A sturdy tailgate or bench can make putting on your pack easier. With the pack supported, slip into both shoulder straps before taking its full weight. Ask a buddy for help with a heavy or awkward load.

✅ Let your hips help.
For a pack with a supportive hip belt, position it over your hip bones and snug it first. Then adjust the shoulder straps so the pack stays close and stable.

✅ Know your limits.
If you have to wrestle the pack onto your back, lighten the load or make additional trips. Use the same care when taking it off.

💙 At Gottsche, we help you build the strength and confidence to keep enjoying the outdoors. If back discomfort is holding you back, contact your local clinic.

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10/19/2026

Feeling achy after a workout, yardwork, or a weekend adventure? Here are a few clues to help you know when to ease up—and when to get checked.

✅ Typical muscle soreness:
• Feels like a dull ache, tenderness, or stiffness in the muscles you used.
• Develops after unfamiliar or harder activity, often peaking within 24–72 hours.
• Gradually improves over the next few days.

Gentle movement and time to recover can help. Give sore muscles a break from intense activity.

⚠️ Pay closer attention when discomfort:
• Is sharp, sudden, or focused in one spot.
• Gets worse or isn’t improving.
• Makes you limp or change how you move.
• Interrupts sleep or everyday activities.

Soreness is a type of pain, and these clues aren’t a diagnosis. You don’t need to “push through” worsening symptoms to make progress.

💙 Unsure what your body is telling you? Our Gottsche physical therapy team can assess your movement and help you plan your next steps.

Seek prompt medical care for severe pain after an injury, inability to move or bear weight, or significant swelling.

10/09/2026

PT isn’t just for injuries! Here are 5 reasons to see a physical therapist, even if you haven’t been hurt:

1️⃣ Move with less pain.
Nagging back pain or achy joints? PT can help you manage discomfort and make everyday activities easier.

2️⃣ Improve your balance.
Feeling unsteady? Targeted exercises can help improve stability and reduce your risk of falls.

3️⃣ Ease stiffness.
If bending, reaching, or turning feels harder than it used to, PT can help improve your mobility.

4️⃣ Get active with confidence.
Starting an exercise routine or preparing for hiking, hunting, or your favorite sport? A PT can build a plan around your abilities and goals to help reduce injury risk.

5️⃣ Stay independent.
Build the strength and movement skills you need for everyday life, from climbing stairs to playing with your grandkids.

At Gottsche, we help you keep doing the things that make life yours. 💙

Reach out to your local clinic to learn how physical therapy can support your goals.

10/07/2026

Your gear is ready for hunting season. Are your hips and knees?

Climbing hills, navigating uneven ground, and getting up from a crouch take strength and control. These three exercises can help you prepare for the demands of the hunt:

🪑 Chair Squats
Slowly lower toward a sturdy chair, then stand back up. Keep your knees pointing in the same direction as your toes.

The benefit: Builds thigh and glute strength for climbing hills and rising from a seated or crouched position.

👉 Start with 8–12 repetitions.

🥾 Step-Ups With a Slow Lower
Step onto a low, sturdy step with your whole foot, then slowly lower back down. Use a railing for balance.

The benefit: Strengthens the muscles supporting your knees and develops control for uphill and downhill travel.

👉 Start with 8 repetitions per leg.

💪 Side-Lying Leg Raises
Lie on your side with your top leg straight. Keep your hips stacked and toes facing forward as you lift and slowly lower your leg.

The benefit: Strengthens the outer hip muscles that help keep your pelvis steady while walking over uneven ground.

👉 Start with 10 repetitions per side.

Warm up with a short walk and work these into your routine 2–3 days a week. Start slowly and avoid pushing through joint pain.

Hip or knee discomfort holding you back? The team at Gottsche can help you prepare for the activities you love.

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07/18/2025

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