At Empower U, we believe in treating the whole person not a specific body part. Human movement is complex and pain is not simple either. We know that when you have a localized symptom, that the root cause of your pain can often be found in other regions of the body. This concept, known as the joint by joint approach, is not a novel one, it was formulated by Physical Therapist Gray Cook and strength coach Mike Boyle throughout their years of experience working with injured and healthy athletes.
Simply put, the joint by joint concept categorizes each region of the body into either mobility or stability. Mobility is our ability to move freely at a specific joint or segment, whereas stability is the ability to control that given motion at a joint or segment.
Why This Matters?
If you came to see us for low back pain and we neglected to treat your lack of thoracic and hip mobility, we would be doing you a disservice. If you have been dealing with a chronic injury and are frustrated with your lack of progress, take a step back and take the joint by joint approach: look above and below the site of pain for dysfunction.
Why See Us?
Our goal is to always Empower YOU with as many tools as possible to keep your body in motion and performing at a high level. That being said, there are times when you need some help to get back on track and a jump start to ridding your pain. Through a detailed movement based screening we can help you identify your limitations and remove barriers in the way of your goals.
