Physical Therapy

When you’re ready to get back on your feet, physical therapy can work wonders. At Axis Spine Center, a division of Northwest Specialty Hospital, we can help you regain mobility, reduce pain, and rebuild strength. In most cases, you can start physical therapy right away, without a doctor’s referral.

Our dedicated team in Coeur d’Alene and Post Falls combines hands-on therapy, exercise, and core strength to help you recover from an injury or surgery. We focus on improving your strength, balance, and coordination so you can get back to full strength.

Take the first step today. Call 208-457-4208 ext. 3140 to schedule an appointment.

Comprehensive physical therapy services in North Idaho

At Axis Spine Center, we’re dedicated to optimizing your function and health through  high-quality, state-of-the-art techniques. You’ll benefit from a customized physical  therapy plan designed to help you meet your goals. Whether you’re looking to  strengthen your back, relieve pain from sciatica, or rebound from a neck surgery, we’re  ready to help you regain your full range of motion.

Why choose Northwest Specialty Hospital for physical therapy? 

A unique, team-based approach. Our physical therapy experts have perfected the use  of manual therapy—along with exercise and core strength—to help patients thrive. We  will focus on improving the mechanics of your spine and joints, minimizing wear and  tear, and helping you prevent further injury. 

Leading-edge techniques and proven protocols. We offer Theragun therapy for soft  tissue repair. Plus, our experts are certified in cupping and dry needling, two  complementary therapies that promote blood flow and ease muscle tension. Recovering from fusion surgery or other procedures? Our therapists will follow evidence-based  protocols to get you back in shape safely.

Get seen sooner. You don’t need a doctor’s referral to see the team at Axis Spine  Center. All you need to do is call us at 208-457-4208, and we’ll get you in to see one of  our physical therapists. Referral is required for Medicare and Medicaid.

Will insurance cover my physical therapy? 

Physical therapy is typically covered by insurance if it’s considered medically necessary.  Axis Spine Center accepts most auto, workers’ compensation and health insurance  plans. Call your insurer to make sure you’re covered before you seek treatment.

Conditions physical therapy can help treat

Physical therapy can help people throughout the Inland Northwest treat the following  conditions:

• Acute or chronic neck and back pain
• Back and neck strains from sports or motor vehicle accidents
• Disc injuries and herniations
• Meniscus injuries
• Pain and limited range of motion in hips, knees, and shoulders
• Sacroiliac and piriformis issues
• Sciatica
• Spinal instability
• Sports and overuse injuries to shoulders, knees, and feet

Physical therapy following surgery

Our team can help you get the best outcome possible following back, neck, or spine  surgery. We follow evidence-based protocols to help you recover from:

• Artificial cervical disc arthroplasty (ACDA) 
• Artificial cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) 
• Iliotibial band (ITB) syndrome 
• Lumbar fusion 
• Lumbar laminectomy 
• Kyphoplasty 
• Migraines 
• Posterior spinal instrumental fusion (PSIF) cervical fusion 
• Sacroiliac joint (SI) fusion 
• Total joint replacements 
• Vertiflex implants

See our evidence-based protocols.

Specialized physical therapy techniques

Axis Spine Center in North Idaho offers advanced, leading-edge treatments for a variety of conditions, including:

NAIMT Level IV manual therapy (certified)

Our therapists are certified by the North American Institute of Orthopedic Manual Therapy (NAIMT). We help reduce pain and improve mobility through precise hands-on manipulations and mobilizations.

Cupping (certified)

This technique uses suction cups to improve blood flow, ease muscle tension, and promote healing.

Dry needling (certified)

A minimally invasive therapy, dry needling can help alleviate many types of pain, including migraines. Dry needling involves using tiny, sterile needles to apply pressure to specific trigger points.

Instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM)

Using specialized, handheld tools, physical therapists can break down scar tissue and promote healing. IASTM is especially beneficial in treating ITB syndrome and plantar fasciitis.

Kinesiotaping

Often used to treat sports injuries, kinesiotaping involves taping injured muscles and joints to help reduce inflammation and promote recovery.

McKenzie and Mulligan techniques

These evidence-based movement and positioning strategies help treat injuries and soreness in musculoskeletal tissues.

Spinal traction

A type of decompression therapy, spinal traction stretches the spine and relieves pressure on spinal discs and nerves. It’s beneficial for treating herniated discs and sciatica.

Theragun soft tissue work

During Theragun therapy, your physical therapist will use a handheld device that delivers rapid pulses to specific muscle tissues, relieving tension and soreness.

Treadmill analysis

Sometimes, pain can be caused by irregularities in how you walk or run. Our team is skilled at performing treadmill analyses to find the root cause of your pain and help you resolve it for good.

Visit Our Physical Therapy Practice in Coeur d’Alene

Clinic hours:
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 7AM-5PM
Tuesday: 7AM-5PM
Wednesday: 7AM-5PM
Thursday: 7AM-5PM
Friday: Closed
Saturday: Closed