Have you ever had a long-anticipated night on the town spoiled by sore feet? The source of your discomfort just might be those pretty shoes you have chosen to wear. Women’s dress shoes are often narrower and less cushioned than shoes worn day-to-day, which may make them uncomfortably confining. And women, young and old, have […]
Understanding Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction and Flatfoot Treatment Let’s dive into something you might be familiar with but maybe not in all its detail: posterior tibial tendon dysfunction (PTTD), commonly known as flatfoot. Flatfoot is not just about having flat feet; there’s a lot more to it, especially when it develops in adulthood and typically […]
Understanding Fifth Metatarsal Avulsion Fractures: Putting Your Foot in It So, you might have stubbed your toe or injured your foot while playing sports, and now your doctor is talking about a fifth metatarsal avulsion fracture. What does that even mean? Let’s break it down. What is a Fifth Metatarsal Avulsion Fracture? A fracture is […]
If the soles of your shoes show unusual wear patterns, one of the culprits might be the common condition of flat feet. Flat feet are normal in babies whose arches have not yet developed. The arch develops in childhood, and by the time you reach adulthood, a normal arch should be present. But what about […]
With all the use they get on a daily basis, your feet take a lot of wear and tear over the years. As a result, you may develop posterior tibial tendonitis (also known as adult acquired flatfoot). The posterior tibial tendon begins in the calf and runs along the inside of the ankle. Every step […]
The Vicious Cycle of Tibial Tendonitis Foot pain can really slow you down, especially when it’s caused by something like posterior tibial tendonitis. The good news is that with the right approach, most people can find relief and get back to their usual activities. In this article, we’ll explore: What posterior tibial tendonitis is, how […]
Ankle sprains are the most common sports-related injury, so athletes and coaches have a high degree of interest in preventing them. In addition, almost three-quarters of athletes with ankle sprains reinjure their ankle. Multiple recurring sprains can lead to chronic ankle instability and end an athletic career. If you are an athlete, should you wear […]
Generally speaking, there are three types of arches: low, high and medium. Among the general population, 60% has a medium arch, 20% has a high arch and 20% has a low arch. People who have either high or low arches face a slightly elevated risk of foot pain. Fortunately, there are many ways to effectively […]
Although the feet are essential for proper running form and good biomechanics, runners often neglect them. A runner with an incorrectly aligned foot can experience pain in the lower body, most often in the knee. How the foot causes such discomfort revolves around pronation, the inward roll of the foot and the flattening of the […]
Women older than 40 years of age often experience a condition called “adult-acquired flatfoot” that results in a fallen arch with the foot pointed outward. Symptoms include leg fatigue, pain and swelling that worsens with activity, and body aches. Causes include injury to the nerves of the foot, obesity, bone fracture, diabetes, high blood pressure, […]
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Dr. John van Koetsveld, PT, DPT, OCS, CCI, Cert. DN, Cert. SMT, Dip. Osteopractic®
Physical Therapist
Education: Dr. John earned his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the College of St. Scholastica in Duluth, Minnesota in 2018. Prior to that, he pursued an Advanced Master’s in Orthopedic Physical Therapy at Quinnipiac College (now Quinnipiac University) in Connecticut in 1996. His journey in physiotherapy began with a Bachelor’s degree from Hogeschool Midden Nederland (Central Netherlands Polytechnic, The Netherlands) in 1993. He is a Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist, a Board Certified Direct Access Provider, and a Certified Clinical Instructor through the American Physical Therapy Association.
Specialties: With over 30 years of experience, John has a profound interest in various orthopedic areas. His expertise extends to treating a diverse range of post-operative, traumatic, overuse, and sports injuries. He has honed his skills in spinal manipulation and dry needling through various institutions. John holds certifications in Spinal Manipulative Therapy (Cert. SMT) and Dry Needling (Cert. DN) from the Spinal Manipulation Institute & Dry Needling Institute, both under the American Academy of Manipulative Therapy (AAMT). His commitment to advancing his knowledge recently led him to complete his Diploma Osteopractic® through the AAMT, a comprehensive post-graduate training program in the use of high-velocity low-amplitude thrust manipulation, dry needling, instrument-assisted manual therapies, and differential diagnostics for neuromusculoskeletal condition management. After completing training in dry needling under ultrasound guidance, He is currently pursuing certification as a Registered in Musculoskeletal® (MSK®) sonographer.
Fun Facts: John used to compete and teach ballroom and Latin dance, even owned, and operated a dance studio at one point. He holds a private pilot certificate, and on weekends can be found flying his Mooney to various airfields in search of the perfect hamburger.
Michael Glindmeyer, PT, DPT, SCS, ATC
Physical Therapist
Michael graduated from Eastern Kentucky University in 2008 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Athletic Training. Followed by completion of a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree at The University of Kentucky in 2011. He became board certified as a clinical specialist in Sports Physical Therapy in 2014. Followed by completion of The Upper Extremity Athlete Sports Physical Therapy Fellowship program through The Jackson Clinics in 2017. Michael is a current member of The American Society of Shoulder and Elbow Therapists. He has remained as a faculty member in The Upper Extremity Sports Physical Therapy Fellowship to continue to provide education and mentoring to fellows-in-training.