The way Physical Therapy SHOULD BE

Performance of specialized joint manual skills for the neck, spine, and pelvis such as spinal manipulations and muscle energy techniques.  

Muscular interventions are implemented including dry needling, kinesiology taping, and IASTM (instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization).

There is a strong focus on spinal and sacro-pelvic stability through dynamic core stabilization while improving joint mobility and alignment when needed.  Sacro-iliac joint and lumbar spinal joint instability are very common leading to significant pain and disability.  PT can help when it is performed in a strategic and focused manner.

The goal is for you to be like a gymnast...strong yet flexible!  

Back pain and sacro-iliac joint pain can be terribly debilitating but skilled PT has been shown to be quite effective and an excellent alternative or adjunct to pain medications. Find out more below from a Harvard Health article outlining the benefits of physical therapy for spinal stenosis.

• Post-operative rehab based on physician input & healing principles
• Treatment of muscle and tendon injuries and pain 
• Back pain and SIJ (sacro-iliac joint) dysfunction
• Rehab after total joint replacements (hip, knee, shoulder)
• Rehab related to other joint issues: Shoulder, elbow, wrist, hip, knee, ankle, foot
• TMJ (temporomandibular joint) dysfunction resulting in jaw pain & joint immobility
• Headache (often due to orthopedic issues of the neck, poor posture, or inadequate stress management)
• Dry needling as appropriate

Specialized physical therapy is performed for the clinical assessment and treatment of BPPV, vertigo, dizziness, balance impairments, and post-concussion rehab to improve patient safety and quality of life. 

A measured approach is taken in order to achieve progress and 

reach therapy goals based on scientifically proven interventions.   

*Home exercises are especially important in achieving optimal results.

Targeted Physical Therapy interventions for individuals with neurological impairments related to stroke, Multiple Sclerosis, spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury, and other neurological diagnoses.  We utilize neuromotor electrical stimulation, neuromuscular facilitation techniques, neurodevelopmental principles, and work closely with other healthcare providers such as orthotists to provide high quality care in a supportive environment.