Biomechanical Evaluation
Our entire treatment approach is based on a thorough movement evaluation. Think of your body as a chain with various links that relate to one another. This type of full-body assessment often isolates the cause of your problem, not just the symptoms. For example, two different people with the same type of neck or back pain often have very different mechanical problems that need different types of treatment.
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Manual Therapy
As physical therapists, we are best known for our advanced manual therapy methods. Typically, your evaluation will reveal areas of your body that are tight and restricted. If so, we will utilize our hands to specifically mobilize these areas in your muscles, joints, and deep connective tissue. We are very involved in teaching manual therapy continuing education programs to other physical therapists in the community, and in physical therapy education programs at both Marquette and Concordia Universities.
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Therapeutic Exercise and Home Exercise Programs
If you have been spending months, or even years getting your neck or back "cracked" or "rubbed" by a practitioner and have become reliant on this as your only source of relief, it may be time for a new approach! The exercises that we teach you will be "unique-to-your-problem" and not the usual pre-printed routine that is ineffective. We often prescribe only 2-4 exercises using simple equipment (provided), which helps with compliance and effectiveness. Be advised that your consistency will make or break the success of treating your problem. Celebrate the idea that you will be in control of your pain, instead of your pain controlling you. Many clients find that their injury resolution is often the catalyst for getting involved in personal training for longevity of their fitness program.
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Posture Training
Well-aligned, efficient posture is not something that should be painful or a lot of effort. When your muscles, joints, and connective tissue are tight and restricted, merely existing in a field of gravity drains your energy and effectiveness. Our process usually involves freeing your restrictions, strengthening weak areas, and training your awareness with a few cues. This is also an area that dovetails well with Pilates and Yoga.