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Rafael’s Story

Rafael's Story Rafael has worked with his hands all his life. He’s used to long days and heavy lifting –the kind required in residential and commercial construction. When he told me about his work –his smile was evidence of a career and lifestyle that he enjoyed. That desire to stay active and work is what [...]

Facility in the Spotlight – Saint Therese

Facility in the Spotlight – Saint Therese You can’t help but like Iva Carey. Her kind, welcoming personality instantly draws people in. You can tell how much she cares about her patients by simply watching her interactions. Iva has spent the last 30 years working as a therapist—the last five years as the lead [...]

Joe Senser Recovers with the Solo-Step

Joe Senser Recovers with the Solo-Step His hard work, determination, and dedication won Joe Senser a spot as a tight end for the Minnesota Vikings, and the love of people everywhere. After a successful football career came to an end, Joe made Minnesota his home. The end of his professional football career didn’t slow Joe [...]

Michael’s Story

Michael's Story You can’t help but notice Michael's positive attitude, his contagious smile… and his arms. This 20-something hasn’t let his wheelchair stand in the way of accomplishing his goals. I met Michael, or “Delgado” as his friends call him, during my visit to REACT and had the opportunity to watch him work out with [...]

Ballroom Dancing Helps Iowa Man get back on his Feet

Ballroom Dancing Helps Iowa Man get back on his Feet Doug and Jill Beardsley twirled and glided across the floor one recent Thursday afternoon. The two have danced together since 1980, when they were both students at Brigham Young University. But on that particular day the Iowa City couple weren’t doing the fox trot across [...]

Gait Dysfunctions in Children

Gait Dysfunctions in Children There are a variety of gait dysfunctions that children present from the day they walk until elementary years. Most gait dysfunctions are common at a young age, and are part of the learning process of walking. The dysfunctions generally fade over time. If a gait dysfunction is still present in elementary [...]