Providing exceptional physical medicine & rehabilitation in Western MT
Our mission is to enhance and improve functional ability and quality of life to people with physical impairments or disabilities. Learn more about physiatry and meet our team led by Joe Shurtz, D.O.
- Improving ability to mobilize
Enhancing range of motion
Reducing monthly occurrence of migraines
Treating cervical dystonia
Identifying nerve pain, numbness, & tingling- Long term care for stroke, brain injury, and spinal cord injury.
Is your quality of life being affected by reduced physical ability or impairment?
We provide hope for a more functional lifestyle and answers for your symptoms through access to state-of-the-art equipment and treatments.
- Are you struggling in the aftermath an impairment or disability?
- Have you experienced numbness or tingling? Nerve pain?
- Do you struggle to move your head and neck or have neck tremors?
- Are you having trouble with spasticity, muscle contracture, or joint immobility?
- Do you suffer from consistent migraines?
- Are you struggling with a sports injury?
- Have you dealt with complications or impairments resulting from stroke or limb amputation?
- Do you need guidance on equipment such as wheelchair, orthotics/prosthetics, or walkers?
Comprehensive care right here in Missoula, Montana.
Our practice has a commitment to quality outcomes and patient satisfaction for diverse needs.
DME Evaluation and Prescription
Services for individuals requiring manual wheelchairs, power wheelchairs, walkers, hospital beds, orthotics, or other durable medical equipment (DME).
Migraine Care
If you experience migraine headaches an average of 15 days/ month and have failed to see a reduction in frequency or severity with other prescription drugs, we provide Botulinum toxin injections to help reduce migraines.
Joint Injury / Functional Impairment Management
For sports, work-related or otherwise incurred joint injuries, we can provide ongoing care for all joints for people of all ages. Conditions we may treat, include: osteoarthritis, tendonitis, joint sprains, and muscle strains.
EMG/NCS Diagnostic Testing
Nerve testing is for individuals concerned about potential nerve conditions such as: carpal tunnel syndrome, radiculopathy, or peripheral neuropathy. Our testing helps identify the extent and severity of nerve damage.
Therapeutic Botox Injection Treatment
Common conditions that cause muscle spasticity include stroke, cerebral palsy, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, and multiple sclerosis. We use botulinum toxins such as Botox, Dysport, and Xeomin for treatment of muscle spasticity associated with these conditions, as well as cervical dystonia.
Amputee Care and Prosthetic Prescription
We provide medical management for individuals with lower limb or upper limb amputations, as well as congenital limb loss. We assist with prosthetic design, adjustment, and various amputee-related issues, such as: residual limb skin breakdown/infections, excessive sweating, phantom limb pain, hip and back pain.
Our experienced team is innovative & compassionate about patient care.
"Dr. Shurtz is one of the best medical professionals we have ever worked with. We like everything about him and his practice. He is not only extremely knowledgeable in his field, but also compassionate with his patients and he communicates in a down-to-earth and easy to understand manner. When we moved to Missoula a few years ago, we were nervous about finding a good fit for our medical needs. We were thrilled to find someone who could deliver what we needed, is kind, and is in town!"
Fellow of the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (aapmr.org)
Board certified Physical Medicine and Rehabilition (abpmr.org)
Ready to Enjoy the Benefits of Improved Movement?
It's as easy 1-2-3…
- 1 Call our office or tap our “Contact Us” button to share what type of movement improvement you're in need of.
- 2 Our Staff will collect further information to see if you could benefit from the services available in our Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation clinic.
- 3 We will schedule you for a consultation, where you can meet with Dr. Shurtz, and further discuss your physical limitations, goals, and options for care.