General Practitioners

• Arthritis
  Rheumatoid arthritis, aka “inflammatory arthritis,” is also fairly common, although it is not as easily understood. Those suffering from arthritis typically report soreness around joints, which is worse after prolonged sitting, standing, or inactivity. Pain can get worse when you move, like when you bend your knees. You may notice popping or clicking sounds in the affected joint(s) with movement, and the joint may be sensitive or painful to the touch. Arthritis can also cause pain when you exercise or work, and the pain may go away after you stop doing that activity.
• Fibromyalgia
  Cupping can sometimes be described as a “tissue distraction release” technique. During the cupping process, the cups are glided across different areas of the body in order to lift and separate tissue. This works to enhance the release of the interfaces between the neural tissues, fascia, skin, ligaments, muscles, and tendons. It relaxes muscles, releases trigger points, improves lymphatic flow, increases local circulation, and releases scar tissue adhesion. Evidence supports cupping as an effective treatment method for several conditions, such as chronic neck pain, low back pain, and fibromyalgia.
• Plantar Fasciitis
  The Graston Technique can also be used to treat numerous other conditions, including lower back pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, rotator cuff tears, quadricep pain, tennis elbow, plantar fasciitis, and headaches.
• Ear Infections
• Emergency Care
  Did you know that 1/3 of the population over 65 falls each year? Every 11 seconds, an older adult is rushed to the emergency room for a fall. Every 19 minutes, an older adult dies from a fall.
• Urinary Incontinence
  Muscle weakness may lead to urinary incontinence and difficulty activating core muscles. Though these are some of the more unpleasant parts of pregnancy, prenatal and postnatal treatments can help your body better prepare for the journey ahead.

Gynecologists

• Female Infertility
• Endometriosis
  Pelvic conditions can affect both genders causing painful intercourse, difficult or painful urination, and even infertility. Prostatitis, postpartum pelvic pain, pain after abdominal surgery, dyspareunia, and endometriosis are some of our physical therapists’ most common pelvic conditions.
• Pelvic Pain
• Pregnancy
• Labor and Delivery
  Pelvic floor rehabilitation is important and can help men and women of all ages. At Elite Physical Therapy Sports Performance, our physical therapists can help with incontinence, pelvic pain, and sexual dysfunction, whether your condition results from reconstruction surgery, abdominal surgery, prostate cancer treatments, pregnancy, or childbirth. No matter what it is, we most likely treat it.

Internists

• Prostate Cancer

Neurologists

• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  Suppose you notice your hands and fingers ache daily or that typing and using your hands to hold things have become particularly difficult or uncomfortable. In that case, you may have carpal tunnel syndrome.
• Multiple Sclerosis
  There are many diseases that can lead to chronic pain, including arthritis, fibromyalgia, multiple sclerosis, shingles, neuropathy as a result of diabetes, and more.

Psychiatrists

• Depression
• Anxiety

Endocrinologist

• Diabetes Care

Radiologist

• Ultrasound
  Pain-killing drugs mask the pain while physical therapy resolves the issue where it’s originating. This is achieved with specialized methods, techniques, and modalities, such as ultrasound, joint mobilizations, electrical stimulation, and home exercise programs.
• MRI
  Your plan will likely include manual therapy to increase your range of motion and reduce scar tissue, stretches to improve balance and mobility, and strengthening exercises to enhance the injured area, as well as its surrounding areas. This will be done after first performing a diagnostic exam, and your physical therapist may also review diagnostic tests, such as X-rays, MRI, or ultrasound. Treatment plans will take into account the nature of your injury, your fitness level, and your lifestyle. These are all done to help you recover after your sports injury and to prevent further injuries from occurring in the future.
• X-Rays
• Chemotherapy
  Neuropathy refers to a diseased state of nerves typically associated with diabetes, medication toxicity (i.e., chemotherapy), or circulation issues like peripheral vascular disease.
• Iontophoresis
  We take a holistic approach to our programs. This means we address the entire upper extremity when dealing with wrist conditions. This often includes stretching and strengthening the neck, shoulder, elbow, and hand in our treatment programs. It is also common to use splinting, bracing, and modalities (i.e., heat, ice, laser, iontophoresis, or ultrasound) to alleviate pain and ensure you achieve the best possible outcome.

Surgeons

• Sciatica
  Are you looking for sciatica relief? Disc herniations often lead to pressure on the nerve resulting in pain and Inflammation of the sciatic nerve causing the condition known as sciatica. Sciatica (aka lumbar radiculopathy)affects the nerves (i.e., L4 – S3) that exit from the lower back and travel down the leg. (Radiculopathy in the front of the leg affects the femoral nerve and is far less common).
• Whiplash
  Musculoskeletal headaches occur when there are significant amounts of tension in the neck. This is typically a result of physical imbalances, weaknesses, or damage, although emotional tension (such as stress) can also be a contributing factor. A traumatic injury to the neck, such as whiplash, is a common cause of musculoskeletal headaches. With neck injuries such as whiplash, the muscles and connective tissues in the neck can become torn or strained. This can lead to agonizing pain felt in the head, as well as in the face, shoulders, or neck.
• Arthroscopy
  A jaw specialist may also use a dental splint to keep teeth properly aligned and prevent tooth grinding. Other types of medical treatment include trigger point acupuncture, joint replacement, or a TMJ arthroscopy.
• Pinched Nerve
  Although sciatica is often described as a pinched nerve, most cases stem from inflammation. A compressed nerve in the lower back is typically a more severe condition and should be addressed as soon as possible.
• Joint Replacement
  If you believe you may be in need of total joint replacement surgery, it is important to discuss that with your primary physician first. If you have already received total joint replacement surgery, it is likely that your primary physician will refer you to a Traverse City, MI physical therapist for part of your recovery treatment.
• Arthroscopy

Physical Therapists

• Sports Medicine
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• Frozen Shoulder
  Also known as “adhesive capsulitis,” frozen shoulder can occur if your arm has been in a case or sling for a while, or if you have been bedridden for an extended period of time. Furthermore, there are some ethnicities that are more predisposed, and women tend to have more instances than men. It is more common in women in the 40-60 years of age. Frozen shoulder results in a painful loss of motion in the shoulder with a tightening of the shoulder joint that severely limits motion.
• Tennis Elbow
  Tennis elbow can be tendinitis or tendonosis. If there is inflammation in the tendons of the outer elbow (lateral epicondyle), it is considered tendinitis. Whereas, if it is related to repetitive tasks, it is more commonly tendonitis and will not respond to anti-inflammatory medication.
• Shoulder Pain
• Ankle Sprain
  The “sprain” occurs when the ankle rolls, twists, or turns awkwardly to the outer aspect of the ankle (i.e., lateral ankle sprain). This sudden stretch leads to partial or complete tearing of the ligaments supporting the ankle joint.
• Neck Pain
• Back Pain
• Aquatic Therapy
  Types of physical therapy treatments used to treat motor vehicle accident injuries include massage therapy, manual manipulation, ultrasound, ice and cold therapy, specific exercises, targeted massage, stretching, and aquatic therapy.
• Manual Therapy
  Muscle energy technique is a form of manual therapy in which muscles own energy is used to induce relaxation and promote pain relief. This technique is especially useful when the cause of pain and stiffness are muscles.
• TMJ Dysfunction
  Do you have difficulty chewing or yawning? Do you experience jaw pain? Do you hear clicking noises when you open or close your mouth? If so, you may have TMJ dysfunction.

Podiatrists

• Achilles Tendonitis
  Achilles tendonitis is commonly associated with an overuse-type injury or a repetitive stress injury. Tendinitis occurs when the tendons become inflamed, resulting in swelling and pain, especially with movement of the affected area.
• Ankle Sprain
  The severity of the injury will determine the degree of pain, inflammation, ability to move the joints, and the time frame for healing and recovery. Regardless of how you were injured, ankle injuries should be examined by a physical therapist to initiate rehabilitation and to make sure no permanent harm has been done.
• Flat Feet
  Several tendons work together with the bones and joints of your foot to form the arches in your foot. When the tendons pull together correctly and your joints are stable, your foot will create a proper arch.
• Foot Pain
• Plantar Fasciitis
  The long tissue at the bottom of your feet connecting the heel bone to the toes is known as the plantar fascia. Plantar fasciitis is a painful condition involving the bottom, inner aspect of the heel that is worse following periods of non-weight bearing (i.e., the morning after sleeping, after prolonged sitting).