Detailed Introduction
The physical therapy services are part of the Student Health Center at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, located at 1300 Badger St, La Crosse, WI 54601. This facility primarily caters to UWL students, offering evaluations and treatment plans for various musculoskeletal conditions, injuries, and post-operative care. The department consists of a physical therapist, physical therapy interns, and a physical therapy assistant.
For UWL students, initial evaluations and re-evaluations are covered by the Student Health Center User Fee. There is a $35 charge for up to 10 physical therapy treatment sessions, which may include multiple treatments such as exercise, dry needling, and manual therapy. For Western Technical College students, a similar fee applies for every 10 visits. Students typically need a referral from a Student Health Center provider before scheduling physical therapy appointments.
The facility is located within the Health Science Center, which also houses other UWL programs like Medical Dosimetry, Occupational Therapy, Physician Assistant, Nuclear Medicine Technology, and Radiation Therapy. The Health Science Center (HSC) provides extensive clinical and lab spaces, including a Clinical Science Laboratory, Human Movement and Physiology Laboratory, Physical Agents Laboratory, Therapeutics Exercise Laboratory, and Gross Anatomy Laboratory.
The physical therapy program at UW-La Crosse emphasizes evidence-based, clinically integrated education and serves as a vital resource for the student community, aiming to restore movement and function, prevent injuries, and enhance overall well-being.
