About Walking & Wheeling
Peter has over 25 years of experience specializing in pediatric physical therapy, and providing orthotics and mobility equipment. He is certified in neuro-developmental treatment.
"And he took him by the right hand and lifted him up, and immediately his feet and ankle bones received strength. So he, leaping up, stood and walked and entered the temple with them—walking, leaping, and praising God. And all the people saw him walking and praising God."
Acts 3:7-9
Our Story
Walking and Wheeling was launched in October of 2005 by Peter Jacques, PT to meet the orthotic needs of children in Northeast Wisconsin who were Wisconsin Medicaid recipients. Since 2005 we have expanded to serve the needs of children for orthotics, mobility and positioning throughout the entire state of Wisconsin. We started with just one child for one ankle foot orthotic, and now serve over 500 different children per year with over a 100 different products, and services. We also meet the rehab equipment needs of many schools and clinics. Peter began the business in a small office in his home, and used his garage to store equipment. He now operates the business in a kid friendly, 1800 square foot facility. Walking and Wheeling has served children and their families in the family's home, in daycares, schools, medical clinics, therapy facilities, and at our main office location. Our patients and clients come from a vast variety of backgrounds, ethnicities, and diagnoses.
From our earliest days, we have specialized in the areas where families need the most guidance: custom pediatric orthotics, adaptive mobility equipment, and comprehensive physical therapy evaluations. We know that navigating these systems can feel overwhelming, and we walk alongside families every step of the way.
Our Christ-centered approach shapes everything we do — from how we treat each child to how we partner with families, schools, and medical teams. We believe that healing and hope go hand in hand, and that every child is fearfully and wonderfully made.
Meet Our Team
Our team brings decades of experience in pediatric physical therapy, orthotics, and adaptive equipment — and a genuine love for the children and families we serve.
Peter Jacques, PT, C/NDT
Founder & Physical Therapist
NDT Certified
Peter founded Walking and Wheeling out of a passion for helping children with special needs reach their fullest potential. With extensive experience in pediatric physical therapy, orthotics, and adaptive mobility & positioning equipment, he brings a warm, family-first approach to every child he works with. Peter holds an NDT (Neurodevelopmental Treatment) certification, giving him specialized expertise in treating children with a variety of developmental impairments and complex medical diagnoses. Peter has worked with children of all ages and diagnoses to achieve mobility, as a pediatric physical therapist since 1987. Peter has worked in outpatient pediatrics, inpatient at a children’s hospital, a NICU, in birth to three programs, and in school settings. He was the coordinator of an adaptive seating and orthotics clinic for several years. Peter is a neurodevelopmental treatment certified therapist with advanced training in the evaluation and treatment of infants. He has had extensive course work in orthotics for all the extremities and spine, as well as a variety of positioning and mobility equipment. Peter has provided many in-services and one day courses to therapists and support staff. He began his career on the Milwaukee Medical grounds, and then moved to Appleton, WI in 1994 to assist in the development of a pediatric rehab program for a major health care system. In 2005, he opened his own private practice specializing in evaluating and providing orthotics, mobility, positioning and home health equipment.
Areas of Focus
Norah Jacques
Superman's (AKA Peter) Sidekick
Norah keeps the day-to-day operations of Walking & Wheeling running smoothly, ensuring every family has a welcoming and organized experience from the first phone call to the final fitting. Her warmth and attention to detail make her an essential part of the team. Norah's passion is advocating for children with special needs.
Areas of Focus
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