Are you struggling with back or neck pain and want a solution that empowers you to take control of your own healing? The McKenzie method could be exactly what you’re looking for. At Physical Therapy Plus our McKenzie-trained physical therapists can help you find solutions that work!
Noted physical therapist Robin McKenzie first developed the McKenzie Method in the 1980s. Since then, it has established itself as an effective means of assessing, diagnosing, and treating musculoskeletal issues, particularly those in the back and neck. A therapist trained in the McKenzie method will systematically determine the cause of your pain, then provide specific exercises to help you treat and prevent future episodes.
If you want to take control of your neck or back pain, request an appointment with one of Physical Therapy Plus‘s McKenzie-trained physical therapists today!
How does the McKenzie Method work?
The McKenzie method is a patient-centered approach to treating back and neck pain. It is based on the principle that mechanical forces can both cause and alleviate pain, and it emphasizes the patient’s active involvement in their own treatment.
One of our therapists will first work with you to complete a comprehensive assessment of your symptoms, grouping them into subgroups based on how they react to particular movements, postures, or forces. The McKenzie classification system allows us to determine better an accurate diagnosis–and your best course of treatment.
Once your assessment is complete, our therapists will use that information to provide a detailed overview of which exercises will best treat your condition and which ones you should avoid. The McKenzie method focuses on patient involvement and education to help empower you to resolve your pain and restore your body to full functionality.
In addition to helping you treat your pain now, the McKenzie method also includes education about preventing the pain from returning. Patients are taught how to recognize and respond to their symptoms with postural corrections, targeted exercises, and strategies to prevent future episodes.
Request an appointment to learn more about the McKenzie method
The McKenzie method’s systematic approach to managing back and neck pain is one of the most studied techniques in physical therapy. This approach empowers you to actively participate in your recovery actively, leading to better outcomes and a reduced need for ongoing medical care.
If you want to take control of your pain management, request an appointment with one of Physical Therapy Plus‘s Mckenzie-trained therapists. At our physical therapy clinic in Canastota, Syracuse or Baldwinsville, NY, we’ll show you how to relieve and prevent your pain in the future! Please call us at (315) 476-3176.