How can Orthopedic Therapy help my neck pain?

Orthopedic physical therapy is a branch of physical therapy focused on rehabilitating conditions related to the musculoskeletal system including muscles, bones, tendons, joint, and ligaments.  An orthopedic injury can cause pain, swelling, and functional limitations.  Whether your injury is related to an accident, arthritis, a sporting activity, or is post-surgical, we provide a thorough physical examination to help you get back to the activities you love. This exam will look at your posture, strength, and range of motion, as well as provide a thorough movement analysis. This movement analysis looks at how you walk, sit, squat, reach, and much more. In this examination we are able to find the source of your pain and develop a treatment plan to getting you better.  

Inspire Physical Therapy and Wellness employs a Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) who uses a variety of tools to improve clinical outcomes including: manual therapy, soft tissue mobilization, Graston Technique, Kinesiotaping, therapeutic exercise, functional training, Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization (DNS), and Pilates-based rehabilitation. 

How many sessions will it take before I get relief?

The number of session required will depend on the chronicity and severity of your condition.  A typical course of orthopedic therapy treating neck pain will usually run for 5-8 sessions with a patient coming in 1x/week for treatment.  Some patients may require less therapy and some may require more.  After your initial evaluation, you and your therapist will discuss a treatment plan which will include frequency and the anticipated number of visits. 

What should I expect during my Session? 

An email link will be provided to complete all the necessary forms prior to your first physical therapy session.   Your initial physical therapy evaluation will take one-hour.  We will be looking at your posture, strength, and range of motion, as well as provide a thorough movement analysis as to help determine the source of your pain. This movement analysis looks at how you walk, sit, squat, reach, and much more.  You will be given a hands-on treatment to address the #1 thing contributing to your pain as well as a home exercise program to support your treatment.  Together, you and your therapist will discuss the findings and develop a treatment plan centered around YOU and your goals!

Will it hurt? 

A physical therapy evaluation seeks to find the source of your pain.  In order to find the source of your pain,  your pain may be mildly provoked as to confirm it's origin. A residual soreness for 1-2 days after an examination is common however may not occur.  It all depends on the severity of your condition. You will be given management strategies and exercises to counteract this soreness as well as to heal your injury.

What should I wear to my session? 

Please come dressed in comfortable clothing allowing for easy viewing of the injured area. For instance, if we are evaluating your knee, please come with a pair of shorts. If we will be examining your shoulder or neck, ladies please come with a sports bra or a camisole to allow exposure of the area.

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From INSPIRE PHYSICAL THERAPY AND WELLNESS 

Patricia Daiker, RN, Diabetes Coach,Owner of Dragonfly Lights
​Coppell, TX
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I recently saw Jennifer for my chronic low back pain. I have been an RN for over 30 years and my career and a very ill-advised exercise plan in my 20's left me with a disc injury that for years I thought was a pulled muscle. I have had several chiropractors work on me (one for 6 months) without improvement. I have seen Jennifer THREE TIMES and the results are amazing. I literally had improvement the first time. She works to get your body back in correct position, so it can work as it should. Due to the injury, the muscles that should have been supporting my spine weren't, but with some very targeted and simple BREATHING exercises, she is healing me from the inside out. Clinically I am really amazed at the simplicity and effectiveness and she saved me from an eminent path toward surgery. To top it all off, she is warm, engaging, sincere and customizes your care to specifically to your needs.r and a very ill-advised exercise plan in my 20's left me with a disc injury that for years I thought was a pulled muscle. I have had several chiropractors work on me (one for 6 months) without improvement. I have seen Jennifer THREE TIMES and the results are amazing. I literally had improvement the first time. She works to get your body back in correct position, so it can work as it should. Due to the injury, the muscles that should have been supporting my spine weren't, but with some very targeted and simple BREATHING exercises, she is healing me from the inside out. Clinically I am really amazed at the simplicity and effectiveness and she saved me from an eminent path toward surgery. To top it all off, she is warm, engaging, sincere and customizes your care to specifically to your needs.

Desi Bartlett, Owner of Mother's Into Living Fit, Beachbody Instructor         

Jennifer is an amazing physical therapist and helped me so much with a strain in my lower back (S/I joint) during my 2nd pregnancy. I was worried because I had a trip to NYC and did not think that I would be able to walk. After a few treatments with Jennifer I was happily walking around the city as the result of targeted exercises and perfectly placed kinesio-tape. Additionally, I am a pre and post natal yoga instructor and have referred many many women to Jennifer, as well as men, because I trust her. She is professional and really listens to her patients to create the best plan of treatment together. Can't say enough good things about her! ​