East Village Physical Therapy - HomeTown Physical Therapy

Experiencia fantástica: I highly recommend EV Physical Therapy!! Daniel Sherman is an excellent physical therapist; he takes time to thoroughly access your needs and cares about helping you feel better. I saw him over a course of three months for strain in my lower back/hip, and he helped me through various exercises as well as dry needling to alleviate the pain. He is very knowledgeable and makes sure to educate you about your pain/injury, and what you can do outside of his practice to progress. I gradually got better and the pain has gone away- hopefully for good! He says he’ll be your therapist for life even after you’ve graduated from sessions. Thank you, Dan!!!

Experiencia fantástica: Dan and EVPT is amazing! He was super welcoming and made the idea of physical therapy (for my 11yr old son)something he actually looked forward to. Dan did a great job making him feel comfortable and explaining what he was going to do and how it would help. He is pain free and back to playing baseball. Thank you, Dan!!

Experiencia fantástica: Daniel Sherman is fantastic! I’ve struggled with knee problems for 30 years and in all that time have rarely encountered a dr who truly listened until I started with Dan. He responds to my questions with a wealth of knowledge. He acknowledges my fears are valid, and built a treatment plan WITH me based on my goals. I look forward to our appointments and feel the effects working everyday. For the first time in a very, very long time I feel significantly less pain, my stability continues to increase, and I’m actually excited for events that require steps, walking, and long periods of standing. I highly recommend East Village Physical Therapy! Update: I made it to Red Rocks! 10.5 hours in the car, walking across uneven terrain, cabin camping, and walking up and down countless steps at high elevation, PAIN FREE! I thought these dreams could never come true. Standing at the top of those mountains, realizing all the steps it took to get there, that my dreams had actually come true… I can’t express my joy in those moments and I *know* it was only possible because of my Physical Therapy sessions with Dan!

Experiencia fantástica: The interior space is cool and has a relaxed atmosphere. The employees are friendly. Dan is a phenomenal physical therapist. He identified the source of my pain, helped alleviate the problem, and coached me through strengthening the muscles. My favorite part of Physical Therapy was the muscle scraping. This released so much pain in my leg. Thank you Dan.

Experiencia fantástica: Been coming to see Dan Halfman for just a few weeks and I’m already seeing wonderful results. I broke my heel a few years ago and I had the plate removed this year. Dan is helping me to get the foot loosened up and reduce pain and swelling. He’s doing a Great job, but more than that he’s so personable and easy to work with. I recommend this Physical Therapy location highly.

Experiencia fantástica: EVPT is amazing. They were incredibly welcoming, ensured the process of PT (for my son) was something he didn’t dread, and they did an amazing job explaining what they were doing and why it was beneficial. In our case, my son’s migraine and vertigo symptoms were healed through the process of PT. So thankful! Highly recommend.

Experiencia fantástica: East Village PT was by far my best experience with Physical Therapy to Date. Dan, Dan, and Mallory were welcoming from the start and all were knowledgeable and helpful!

Experiencia fantástica: 2 years ago, I went on a backpacking trip and irritated my lower back/hip. I started going to the chiro and getting regular massage to try to work it out. I was improving, but it was very slow going and eventually I hit a plateau. But I was still experiencing a little bit of pain/tightness and it discouraged me from working out. I wanted to get back to the active lifestyle that I used to have, so I finally decided to visit East Village Physical Therapy. Dr. Halfman was great- he listed carefully and asked a lot of questions to pinpoint the source of the pain. Once I started doing the exercises he showed me, I started to see improvements in less than a week. Six weeks later, I am 100% pain free and I have my range of motion back. I've been working out again and feel 10 years younger! Thank you so much Dr. Halfman!

Experiencia fantástica: The team at East Village Physical Therapy is the absolute best. From my first appointment I felt treated with respect not just as a patient but as a human being. Dan has worked with me tirelessly to get to the root cause of the foot pain I have been experiencing and I appreciate that he views the body as a system and not just individual parts. Throughout my sessions, I have learned so much about my body and what I can do to get stronger and more stable. This has enabled me to do the things that I enjoy without excruciating pain and for that I am so grateful. Mallory at the desk always greets me with a smile and the kindness and knowledge of this entire team is felt during my entire visit to the office. I know that at the end of each session I am leaving in a better place. And when I graduate from PT I know it will be with the tools I need to maintain the progress I have made.

Experiencia fantástica: Dan Halfman here is such a blessing! During my time as a collegiate athlete I underwent bilateral hip surgeries but 3 years later I was still experiencing a lot of pain in both hips. I had gone to multiple physical therapists over the years and never found relief- until Dan. After only a couple short months of working with him I've found myself pain free and able to enjoy being active again. Every day I see him he not only assesses my pain, but takes the time to find the root cause of it, not just treat the symptoms. His methods were different than anything I have experienced before and definitely work! He is so knowledgeable about all aspects of treatment, anatomy, and will take the time to explain to you why he does what he does. Can't recommend him enough for anyone who has struggled to find good treatment or are just beginning a journey to recovery! Mallory is a great smiling face at the front desk and helped with any questions I had. Between Dan and Daniel it is great to see two smart humans come together to give everyone the best care possible.

Experiencia fantástica: Forget the rest; go with the best! I saw Dan Sherman. about six years ago for a number of issues, including knee pain, which he traced back to my hip, and neck pain, which he was able to manipulate to help reduce my pain. When I had hip pain again a couple of years later, I saw a different PT for hip pain, as he had moved on from where I originally saw him. While the pain slowly got better, it never really went away. Fast forward to Fall ’23, and I saw yet another PT for low back pain. While exercises over the next several months did help the initial pain, it aggravated other issues to the point where I couldn’t stand up straight without being in severe pain. This time around, I wasn’t messing around with the others and decided to go back to the best PT I know - Dan Sherman. Within 10 minutes, Dan S. was able to determine my hip didn’t sit in my joint completely and manipulated it to sit correctly. Muscles around the hip were compensating for this, causing the tightness in my low back and hip pain. That night, when I slept, was the first night I didn’t have the pain in that hip I had had for the last four years. Dan S also dry-needled a muscle connected to my hip to help calm it down. While it’s a drive for me to see Dan S., it is absolutely worth it. I will be seeing him for all my physical therapy needs in the future.

Experiencia fantástica: All staff is super helpful, knowledgeable,courteous and willing to do everything necessary for recovery. Therapy exercises science based. Post surgery healing from my foot reconstruction with 10 months in compression boot and phases of non weight bearing is a long process. My therapist guided me through each phase of healing eventually walking wirhout a cane or limp. I may not have had the same results without this comprehensive team. Thank you to everyone at East Villiage Physical Therapy.

Experiencia fantástica: East Village Physical Therapy is amazing! I have been to other therapists in the past but my experience here is unparalleled. The doctors are geniuses. Mallory at the front desk is so caring and easy to work with (and also a genius) everything in the process from scheduling to insurance was seamless. I used to dread having therapy but they make it fun and most importantly, treated and improved an ankle injury that I thought was doomed.They gave me the knowledge to continue to keep my ankle healthy in the future which is so important. Call them !!

Experiencia fantástica: Excellent care and very knowledgeable. Highly recommend!

Experiencia fantástica: I had a great experience at East Village Physical Therapy. I have a frayed labrum in my hip along with bone on bone arthritis and am trying to postpone surgery as long as possible. This was the third place I tried because I was not getting the results I was hoping for at the other places and I am so glad I found this spot!! I made nice progress in both flexibility and range of motion and Dan did a lot of "think outside the box" types of treatments as well which made all of the difference. They were super flexible with appointment times and your time slot is "yours"-there was a ton of individual attention that I did not receive at other places. Dan did not just give me an exercise to do and then walk off to help others. He monitored me for correct form and asked a lot of questions to be sure I was hitting the right muscles. I was able to do both before and after work time slots and they pay for your parking! Most of all, the atmosphere is "fun"...lots of joking around and getting to know everyone in the office..I really looked forward to going! I highly recommend you give either one of "the Dans" a try!

Experiencia fantástica: Dan H. Is great to work with! I have been a patient of his for a couple months now after my knee surgery and would definitely recommend him!

Experiencia fantástica: Great experience with Dan, Dan, and Mallory in Des Moines! They are professional, yet personable. I’ve been going for about 3 weeks and I appreciate the results.

Experiencia fantástica: Has by far been the best pt and great people very clean and friendly environment. I just really feel they take the time to understand as well explain what is goin on and the plan to work by. Thanks yall are amazing.

Experiencia fantástica: Dan H. is the best of the best. Very knowledgeable and personable. He helped me tremendously after breaking my leg and ankle. He is now helping my son with therapy after a sports injury. Go see Dan!

Experiencia fantástica: The East Village PT team did an incredible job to help me recover my hamstring. I’m very glad I was able to find them and will definitely be going back there in the future. I recommend going to this place for anymore trying to heal their body properly !

Experiencia fantástica: Dans the man. Genuine concern about seeing results with his practice. Great at explaining and putting things into perspective which allows me to recognize the changes that are necessary in order for me to obtain the results we are working towards. Mallory brings great energy and is very welcoming. By my third visit it felt more like visiting friends rather than an appointment.

Experiencia fantástica: I have thoroughly enjoyed working with Dan the last few months. My pain has been eliminated as we build strength. I enjoy the atmosphere from Mallory at the front desk to my appointments that don’t feel rushed to the fun both doctors have in the clinic. I highly recommend seeking PT here.

Experiencia fantástica: I learned so much from Dan S. as a shadow and have been getting my Achilles Tendonitis treated by Dan H. They are friendly, flexible, and treat a variety of injuries in all ages. They offer dry needling and free initial assessments. If you're looking for a physical therapist, I highly recommend these guys in East Village!

Experiencia fantástica: Dan is wonderful! He has been a valuable resource for my elderly mother after two hip surgeries in a three-month span. He’s kind, generous, patient, and knowledgeable. I’m not sure how we would have managed without his support and expertise. We love Dan and recommend his services.

Experiencia fantástica: Great experience at this office! Left feeling better than I did when I walked in, and more importantly, w/the tools to better manage my ailment in the future. Highly recommended!

Experiencia fantástica: Hands down, Dan is one of the best in and around Des Moines! I was lucky enough to have him put together & implement my PT journey after two surgeries on my foot. He was instrumental in ensuring I could recover in the best way possible to live my busy life as mother of three to the fullest and not have to worry about my foot. I have no doubt in my mind that I would not be where I am at today without Dan at East Village Physical Therapy.

Experiencia fantástica: Easy scheduling with staff. Dan, the physical therapist there, made the process easy. I've had two ACL surgeries and have had chronic knee pain for 15+ years. Dan worked with me and created a created a plan, I won't say it was easiest, but my pain is basically gone. I've seen several PTs over the years but would definitely recommend my friends and family to see him.

Experiencia fantástica: I had a fractured leg and Dan provided excellent service to help my rehabilitation process. Very easy to communicate with, schedule appointments, and street parking right outside made it easy to arrive while on crutches!

Experiencia fantástica: One day my hip started to hurt...then it hurt more frequently. I didn't want to gobble pain relievers nor think I was headed directly for surgery, so I Googled "physical therapy offices that take my insurance" and East Village Physical Therapy popped up. That location was perfect for me so I gave them a try. WOW, what a difference a few weeks (& doing what they tell ya to do) can make! Doctor Dan and Mallory were and are wonderfully easy to work with, knowledgeable, and caring. I highly recommend them if you are looking for physical therapy professionals!

Experiencia fantástica: As a young athlete, I was really in need of some help with strengthening, conditioning, and recovering from an injury. Sara helped me perform better on the court and helped me prevent future injury! I would recommend her to any person wanting to come back from an injury better than how they were before!

Experiencia fantástica: Wonderful PT! Very professional and friendly staff. Sara has been with me through my lower back pain journey and continues to utilize her wealth of knowledge to improve my day to day. With her and her teams help, I’ve been able to avoid costly surgery! Highly recommend!

Experiencia fantástica: I have had shoulder pain for a number years and felt like it was time to get a checkup. Daniel the PT was very helpful and gave me a couple exercises and stretches to incorporate into my daily workouts. If you are looking for a physical therapist, look no further!

Experiencia fantástica: Sara is great! She is very knowledgeable and so sweet! Sara will get you back to better than you were before your injury! I highly recommend her!

Experiencia fantástica: Sara is in the most amazing physical therapist one could ever hope to have. She is extremely knowledgeable, always researching learning new and updated techniques to make it much less stressful for the patients. I have had two knees replaced, and the technique and her expertise in assisting and helping you is second to none. I highly recommend Sara to anyone who would be fortunate enough to be able to go to her clinic. LaVonne Clark

Experiencia fantástica: Hi. I know Sara. She is very awesome. She helped me out so very much after I had 2 major total hip replacements. I really hurt bad n going to her was Absolutely the greatest thing. Ya at first I was a big baby. But kept going. With her help n others. But mainly her I'm walking on my own now. She's the greatest. If you want help go see her. Love you lady!!!

Experiencia fantástica: I had a partial knee replacement and I needed further therapy I was referred to Sara. My experience was really good my mobility came a lot farther after I got treatments done by her. The techniques she used helped a lot, stair steps,stretching, ultrasound and many more. I am so glad I went there I wouldn’t be able to bend my knee back as far as I can now. Sara is a very caring person and wants what is best for the patients.

Experiencia fantástica: I have been a patient of Sara Wiederin on two separate occasions. Most recently, I chose Sara as my therapist after knee replacement surgery. Not only is she knowledgeable and professional, she’s also easy to talk to and share a laugh with when appropriate. Both men and women are comfortable with Sara and respond well to therapy with her. Unquestionably, she will always be my choice for physical therapy.

Experiencia fantástica: Sara Wiederin is a wonderful physical therapist! She has helped with my recovery after knee replacement surgery and foot surgery. She uses a hands on approach with tissue massage to get everything moving. This technique really helps to loosen things up before starting to do the therapy exercises. I have been to other physical therapist and didn't get the results that I got with Sara! She does a great job of catering the physical therapy to meet your particular needs. I would highly recommend, Sara Wiederin, for any physical therapy that you might need.