We are physical therapists who specialize in using ‘Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy’ (MDT) also known as the ‘McKenzie Method’, after its founder Robin McKenzie. We do the following, which is supported by research.
- Assess the patient’s symptoms and signs as well as a physical assessment using repeated movements to determine the correct exercise.
- Patients often receive just one or two exercises to do on their own.
- Guide patients towards independently treating and preventing future injuries.
- Gradually progress forces.
- We start with patient generated exercises and if necessary and safe, apply more external force, often from the clinician to make the exercises more effective.
- Look for non-mechanical behavior and responses to movement so that if a patient does not respond to our services, they can be referred to the appropriate medical provider.
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