Let's Get Your Back on Track
Back pain is a special kind of pain — a literal pain in the neck. For some, it comes and goes, and for others it is a chronic reminder of the challenges they face. We understand how your back and neck affect everything you do.
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Without proper alignment, muscular imbalances can lead to tightness that eventually limits both tissue and joint mobility.
At James Fowler Physical Therapy, you can trust our experienced therapists to identify and address the structural and stability deficits causing your pain. We consider the individual interests and demands on every patient, educating each on how to manage their bodies for their own lifestyle.
Following the latest treatment methodologies, we are fully equipped to help you heal, strengthen, and stabilize your spine.
Back & Neck Conditions
Arthritis
When treating arthritis in the back and neck we have three goals: Improve mobility in the joints, reduce pain levels and most importantly stopping further progression of joint damage. Through a tailored strengthening and stretching program, we focus on corrective exercises to improve symptoms.
Disc Herniation and Prolapse
At James Fowler Physical Therapy we treat disc herniations on a case by case basis through the McKenzie Method. Each herniation is different and symptoms vary depending on the type of herniation. We focus on the individual's sensitivity and symptoms to control them and work on alignment, strength and mobility.
Muscle Tear or Strain
When treating a muscle tear or strain it's important to treat the body as a whole. Over stressing or imbalance of musculature creates a ripple effect down the chain to other musculature. A combination of open chain and closed chain exercises is utilized to emphasize proper biomechanics, stability and mobility.
Nerve Entrapment
Our team at James Fowler PT will evaluate the affected nerve area and perform manual therapy to help relieve pressure from the nerve. A combination of stretches and nerve glides will help relieve symptoms to allow for the area to remain pain free.
Radiculopathy (Sciatica)
At James Fowler PT we employ a mixture of manual therapy and strengthening exercises to alleviate sciatica symptoms. The main focus is on relieving pressure off of the sciatic nerve while learning how to stabilize the lumbar spine and the pelvis correctly.
Sports Technique Rehabilitation
In relationship to sports technique and rehabilitation, neck and back pain is a multi-faceted condition affected by a range of variables. We treat each condition through a comprehensive approach taking into account the patient's medical history, daily routine and overall biomechanical and postural stance.
Core Dysfunction
Core dysfunction is far more common than we realize causing a range of problems. From muscular tears, pelvic floor pain, low back pain, surgeries and birth, we work with patients to educate them about alignment, posture and basic ergonomic stance to efficiently reduce pain.
Facet Syndrome
Facet syndrome, also known as osteoarthritis, is treated at James Fowler PT by educating the patient about their condition, reducing lumbar lordosis and providing stability to the spine through core and pelvis stabilizing exercises.
Repetitive Strain Injury
Treating repetitive strain injury starts with understanding how the injury was caused. Typically, poor posture, high intensity workouts with no rest, and generally repetitive activities are at fault. Understanding posture and proper biomechanics can make a huge difference.
Post-Surgical Reconstruction
Each surgery is different and it is important that the rehabilitation is tailored to target healing accordingly. At JFPT, we work in collaboration with the surgical team to develop a custom protocol to help facilitate appropriate healing.
Scoliosis
Physical therapy for scoliosis is an effective way to better posture and alignment as well as muscular imbalances. We treat scoliosis in a holistic fashion that includes a mixture of mirror-image exercises, neuro re-education, and strengthening of deficient areas in the spine.
Degenerative Disc Disease
Degenerative disc disease has a multi-faceted approach and we approach it in a wholesome way through passive and active treatments. Focusing on posture, walking mechanics and daily activities, our goal is to provide the patient with necessary changes to improve symptoms.
Ligament Tear
Ligament tears can vary in severity. It is important to rest and protect the ligament while it heals. At James Fowler PT we focus on stability of the surrounding musculature while the injury repairs itself.
Myofascial Pain Syndrome
Myofascial pain syndrome treatment is a layered treatment process. We start the process by locating the origin of the problem to ensure your fascia and muscles do not continue to be stressed. A combination of manual therapy, strengthening and stretching is crafted to relieve pain.
Postural Dysfunction
Taking past injuries into account, our therapists will assess the patient's resting posture and work with the patient tailoring treatments guided by the patient's activities, lifestyle, and work.
Spondylolisthesis
We treat spondylolisthesis through exercise therapy and strengthening. By increasing strength and stability in the deep abdominal musculature and the posterior chain of the lower extremities, we can ensure that the vertebrae remain safe from further episodes.
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