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Dana Wade

Physiatrist (Physical Medicine)

Dana Wade is a physical therapist practicing in Abilene, TX. Dana Wade specializes in physical treatment to help a patient reduce pain, restore mobility, rehabilitate an injury, or increase movement and overall function. As a physical therapist, Dana Wade can treat multiple conditions with exercises, ultrasound, electrical stimulation, joint mobilization, heat, ice, massage, laser or light therapy and more. Dana Wade will create a treatment plan based on the patients specific injury or condition, and might target a specific body part or body system based on the individual.
Dana Wade
  • Ruidoso, NM
  • Texas Tech University
  • Accepting new patients

How long is recovery from heel spur surgery?

You can expect 6-8 weeks recovery. Please follow any recommendations made by your surgeon.

What kind of physical therapy do you need after back surgery?

First and foremost follow your surgeons orders, he may have you restricted from some activities in the beginning. You need to be up walking and start exercises that target your READ MORE
First and foremost follow your surgeons orders, he may have you restricted from some activities in the beginning. You need to be up walking and start exercises that target your core such as abdominal bracing exercises and postural exercises. I would advise you to request PT orders from your doctor after surgery.