Injuries we treat
Common Injuries & Conditions
Whether from sports, work, daily activities, or surgery, we provide personalized rehabilitation for a wide range of injuries. Each treatment plan is built around your specific condition and recovery goals.
Browse by area
Find Your Injury Category
Select a body area to explore common injuries and how physical therapy can help.
Shoulder & Upper Arm
Rotator Cuff Strain
The rotator cuff is a group of muscles and tendons that stabilize and move the shoulder. Strain occurs when these tissues are overused, stretched, or partially torn through repetitive overhead activities or sudden trauma.
Common Causes
Overhead sports, repetitive work tasks, falls, poor posture, age-related wear
Typical Symptoms
Shoulder pain (especially with overhead movement), weakness, clicking or popping sensations, difficulty sleeping on the affected side
How Physical Therapy Helps
Targeted exercises to restore strength and flexibility, manual therapy to reduce pain, postural correction, and gradual return to functional activities. Results vary based on severity and individual factors.
Frozen Shoulder (Adhesive Capsulitis)
The shoulder joint becomes stiff and painful due to inflammation and thickening of the joint capsule. This condition typically develops gradually and progresses through three phases: freezing, frozen, and thawing.
Common Causes
Immobility after injury or surgery, diabetes, thyroid disorders, autoimmune conditions, or sometimes without a clear trigger
Typical Symptoms
Progressive shoulder stiffness, pain that worsens with movement, limited range of motion, difficulty with daily activities like reaching or dressing
How Physical Therapy Helps
Gentle stretching and mobilization exercises, pain management techniques, progressive strengthening, and functional training to restore movement. Recovery timeline varies significantly between individuals.
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Structures within the shoulder (tendons, bursa) become compressed between bones during movement, causing inflammation and pain. This often develops from muscle imbalances or poor shoulder mechanics.
Common Causes
Repetitive overhead activities, muscle weakness, poor posture, age-related changes, previous injuries
Typical Symptoms
Pain with overhead reaching, weakness, pain at night, clicking sensation, difficulty with sports or work activities
How Physical Therapy Helps
Strengthening weak muscles, improving shoulder mechanics, postural training, activity modification, and gradual return to normal function. Individual results depend on consistency and adherence to exercises.
Lower Back & Lumbar Spine
Lumbar Strain
Muscles or ligaments in the lower back are stretched or partially torn, usually from sudden movement, lifting incorrectly, or overuse. This is one of the most common causes of lower back pain.
Common Causes
Poor lifting mechanics, sudden movements, muscle weakness, tight hip flexors, prolonged sitting, falls
Typical Symptoms
Lower back pain (localized or radiating), muscle stiffness, difficulty bending or twisting, pain that worsens with activity
How Physical Therapy Helps
Core strengthening, flexibility improvement, body mechanics training, pain management, and gradual return to activities. Outcomes depend on individual factors and adherence to treatment.
Sciatica
Pain radiates along the sciatic nerve pathway, typically from the lower back through the buttock and down one leg. This occurs when the nerve is irritated or compressed, often by a herniated disc or muscle tightness.
Common Causes
Herniated disc, piriformis muscle tightness, spinal stenosis, poor posture, muscle imbalances, prolonged sitting
Typical Symptoms
Sharp or burning pain down one leg, numbness or tingling, weakness in the leg or foot, pain that worsens with certain movements
How Physical Therapy Helps
Nerve mobilization techniques, muscle stretching and strengthening, postural correction, activity modification, and ergonomic training. Individual response to treatment varies.
Knee
Knee Ligament Sprains
Ligaments supporting the knee are stretched or partially torn, commonly affecting the ACL, MCL, or PCL. Sprains range from mild (Grade 1) to severe (Grade 3 complete tear).
Common Causes
Sports injuries, sudden direction changes, falls, direct impact, landing awkwardly from a jump
Typical Symptoms
Immediate pain and swelling, instability or 'giving way,' difficulty bearing weight, bruising, limited range of motion
How Physical Therapy Helps
Progressive strengthening, balance and proprioception training, return-to-sport protocols, swelling management, and functional restoration. Recovery timeline and outcomes vary based on injury severity.
Patellofemoral Pain (Runner's Knee)
Pain around or behind the kneecap develops from muscle imbalances, poor tracking of the kneecap, or overuse. This is common in runners and athletes but also occurs in sedentary individuals.
Common Causes
Weak hip muscles, tight quadriceps or hamstrings, poor running form, sudden increase in activity, improper footwear
Typical Symptoms
Pain around the kneecap (especially with stairs, squatting, or running), swelling, stiffness, clicking or popping
How Physical Therapy Helps
Hip and core strengthening, quadriceps and hamstring flexibility work, running form analysis, activity modification, and gradual return to sport. Results depend on individual biomechanics and consistency.
Ankle & Foot
Ankle Sprain
Ligaments on the outside of the ankle are stretched or torn, usually from rolling or twisting the foot inward. Most ankle sprains are Grade 1 or 2 (mild to moderate).
Common Causes
Uneven surfaces, sports activities, falls, stepping awkwardly, previous ankle sprains
Typical Symptoms
Immediate pain and swelling, bruising, difficulty walking or bearing weight, instability, limited ankle movement
How Physical Therapy Helps
Swelling management, ankle mobility restoration, proprioceptive training, strengthening of ankle stabilizers, and prevention of re-injury. Recovery timeline varies based on sprain severity.
Plantar Fasciitis
The thick band of tissue running along the bottom of the foot becomes inflamed, causing heel pain. This condition develops from repetitive stress or biomechanical issues.
Common Causes
Tight calf muscles, flat feet or high arches, prolonged standing or walking, sudden increase in activity, age-related changes
Typical Symptoms
Heel pain (especially in the morning or after rest), pain with first steps, discomfort after prolonged activity, pain that worsens with barefoot walking
How Physical Therapy Helps
Calf and plantar fascia stretching, foot strengthening, orthotics or taping, activity modification, and footwear assessment. Individual response to treatment varies.
Elbow, Wrist & Hand
Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis)
Tendons on the outside of the elbow become inflamed from repetitive gripping, twisting, or straightening motions. Despite its name, it affects people in many occupations, not just tennis players.
Common Causes
Repetitive gripping or twisting, tennis or racquet sports, painting, carpentry, typing, sudden increase in activity
Typical Symptoms
Outer elbow pain, weakness in grip strength, pain that worsens with gripping or lifting, difficulty holding objects
How Physical Therapy Helps
Eccentric strengthening exercises, forearm stretching, activity modification, ergonomic adjustments, and gradual return to activities. Results depend on consistency and activity modification.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
The median nerve becomes compressed as it passes through the carpal tunnel in the wrist, causing numbness, tingling, and weakness in the hand.
Common Causes
Repetitive hand and wrist motions, prolonged computer use, vibration exposure, hormonal changes, inflammatory conditions, previous wrist injury
Typical Symptoms
Numbness or tingling in thumb, index, and middle fingers, hand weakness, pain in wrist or forearm, symptoms worse at night
How Physical Therapy Helps
Nerve gliding exercises, wrist stretching, ergonomic modifications, activity pacing, and postural correction. Outcomes vary based on symptom severity and individual factors.
Important: Results vary based on individual factors including age, overall health, injury severity, and consistency with treatment. Physical therapy may help reduce pain and improve function; however, individual outcomes differ. Always consult with a healthcare provider before beginning any treatment program.
This website is for informational purposes only and is not a medical emergency service. If you are in immediate danger or experiencing a mental health crisis, call 911 or 988.
Ready to Start Your Recovery?
Schedule your evaluation today. Our team will assess your injury and create a personalized treatment plan.
This website is for informational purposes only and is not a medical emergency service. If you are in immediate danger or experiencing a mental health crisis, call 911 or 988.
Call for assistance