Choosing a physical therapy clinic can feel like a big decision. Even when someone you trust gives you a recommendation, it still takes confidence to walk through the door and start care. What feels like the right fit for one person may not feel right for someone else – and when it comes to yourContinue Reading »
If you’ve been told you have lumbar spinal stenosis, it can sound a little scary and final. You might be thinking:“Is this why my legs feel heavy when I walk?”“Do I have to have surgery now?”“Is there anything I can do before it gets worse?” The good news: surgery is not the only option, and forContinue Reading »
Recently I saw a friend of mine from my home town that sent me a text complaining of shoulder and elbow pain after starting out a home gym strengthening program. He is a busy guy on the road constantly from upstate New York to Connecticut going to various work sites. Somewhat frustrated he had tried aContinue Reading »
Hi All, One of the most frequent statements made during an evaluation with a patient coming in for neck stiffness, lower back pain is “ I know I have to work on my posture”. It is always like they are in confession and are waiting on me to chastise them. The discussion about posture should be moreContinue Reading »
Lower back pain and sciatica are among the most common reasons people seek physical therapy. These issues can cause sharp, burning, or radiating pain down the leg, and can make sitting, standing, or sleeping uncomfortable. Fortunately, one of the most evidence-based and effective treatment systems for these conditions is the McKenzie Method® of Mechanical DiagnosisContinue Reading »
If you’ve ever felt a sharp, nagging pain on the outside of your knee while running, cycling, or hiking, you’ve probably heard someone mention IT Band Syndrome (also called Iliotibial Band Syndrome or ITBS). It’s one of the most common overuse injuries among endurance athletes—and one of the most frustrating to overcome. For years, the go-toContinue Reading »
Ruling Out the SI Joint: The McKenzie Method ExplainedIf you’ve ever had nagging low back or hip pain, you may have wondered if your sacroiliac (SI) joint is the culprit. The SI joint connects the sacrum (the base of your spine) to the ilium (part of your pelvis). It plays a key role in transferringContinue Reading »
Piriformis Syndrome OR Disc Herniation? How to Differentiate Can Be a Pain in the Butt!This can be tricky and confusing to tell the difference between these two conditions for both the physical therapist and the patient. A thorough history of the patient’s problems, current activities, paired with solid clinical examination testing range of motion, strengthContinue Reading »
After months of dodging friends’ invitations to play pickleball, I finally gave in. It was the 4th of July, and we were in Easton, Maryland, with friends and family. As part of our Gunshenans family tradition, every gathering includes games like Taboo, volleyball, or cornhole. This time, our friends took it up a notch and rentedContinue Reading »
IntroductionIn physical therapy, various methodologies have been developed to address musculoskeletal issues effectively. One such approach that has gained significant recognition is the McKenzie Method, also known as Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy (MDT). This method, developed by New Zealand physiotherapist Robin McKenzie in the 1960s, focuses on self-treatment and empowering patients to manage their painContinue Reading »