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The Manual Touch Physical Therapy

Whole Body Approach

Reclaim movement, function and life
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Why Come Here?

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We use a Whole Body Approach of traditional and non-traditional physical therapy so you can do the things you love to do. If you’ve tried everything, but can’t find relief, we can help you as we move forward together on your healing journey.

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Common Conditions

Shoulder Physical Therapy

Common conditions we treat include lower back and sciatica pain, neck pain,  foot/ankle pain, knee and hip pain, shoulder and elbow pain, arthritis, muscular strains, balance and vestibular disorders, chronic pain, as well as less common conditions. 

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Running

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We use a Whole Body Approach of traditional and non-traditional physical therapy so you can continue running.  We will work together to move forward to meet your running goals, prevent and treat injury, and optimize how you run.

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From Our Blog

Health Tips

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Hypermobility, hEDS, and EDS: Understanding Joint Flexibility and Pain Management

I don’t remember learning about hypermobility syndromes when I was in PT school in the 80s or even having seen this diagnosis as recently as 2010. It didn’t show up […]

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Running Tips

Tips for Running Through Menopause

Tips for Running Through Menopause

If you’re a woman runner over the age of 40, have you noticed some changes in your running recently? These changes could include Decreased speed More frequent injuries A recent […]

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Real Stories

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2024 Reflections: A Letter From Denise

It seems the older I get, the faster time flies—and 2024 felt like a blink. As life sweeps us along, I’ve learned the importance of pausing to reflect and recharge. […]

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Free Guides

Free Better Balance Guide
Free Back Pain Guide
Free Running Guide

Our Mission


We believe all body systems and mental/emotional health are connected. We take a whole body approach to discover why patients are not healing and what were the initial causes of their current symptoms. 

Our mission is to use this whole body approach to help patients heal and overcome pain and limitations, resulting in improved quality of life. We also aim to promote wellness in our communities through ongoing education. 
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Testimonials

I saw Denise at The Manual Touch recently for sciatic pain, that only the day before I saw Denise kept me from walking; I could only hobble for short distances before I would sit down and collapse. After some tissue work and gentle exercise with Deni… Read more
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I was in Florida for vacation and developed an upper respiratory infection. I had annoying coughing and congestion in my chest. This went on for several days, and it was not getting better. It felt like I had a mucous plug stuck in my chest that woul… Read more
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The best physical therapist I’ve ever experienced is Denise Schwartz in Wheeling at the Manual Touch. I have seen Denise twice for over 6 months to treat 2 bouts of frozen shoulder that occurred 8 years apart. In addition to my shoulder, she has also… Read more
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As a young elite athlete I was involved in numerous accidents resulting in scar tissue causing loss of flexibility and restrictions as an adult. After each treatment I feel so much less restriction and experience greater range of motion.
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Last winter our daughter Maddie had had several eye and ear infections, and all required topical and oral antibiotics.  These were instigated by a plugged tear duct.  A pediatric ophthalmologist said there was little chance the duct would open up o… Read more
The physical therapy I received at The Manual Touch PT helped reduce my sciatica pain to a manageable level in just a few sessions.  The exercises I was given strengthened and trained my muscles to prevent further back problems allowing me to return… Read more
Just a note to thank you for the time you spent with me Saturday in evaluating my running technique and body alignment.  Your suggestions are already making sense and having an early impact.  After our meeting, I went out for a 5K run and found you… Read more
I have been receiving PT therapy for pain and autoimmune disorders for over 18 months at The Manual Touch.  This also affects my kidneys and my lungs and other organs as I swell with fluid that my lymph system doesn’t seem to handle well.  I depe… Read more
Excellent, professional assessment and treatment for an older woman who’s had lots of failed therapy. Kind and compassionate and caring! Thanks.
I can honestly say that Denise was the first physical therapist to listen to my story.   She has demonstrated more patience and compassion than any other therapist that I’ve ever met. For the past 8 years, I have been symptomatic with Ehlers Danlo… Read more
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