Category: Shoulder Pain

When to see a physical therapist for shoulder pain
Shoulder pain is such a common problem for people because these joints are such a complicated arrangement of connective tissue and muscles that have a high degree of stress put on them. From lifting a box to swinging a tennis racket, we use our shoulders in pretty much any activity that involves the upper body. What’s more, many athletes and weightlifters can often overdevelop their chest and arm muscles, leading to muscle imbalances that increase strain on the already delicate shoulder muscles.

You should seek out shoulder pain treatment from a qualified medical professional if symptoms don’t improve in a short period of time, generally no longer than a week. Physical therapy is an effective and often-recommended form of treatment for many causes of shoulder pain, but some people are unsure of when the best time to seek it out is.

To help, the team at Advent Physical Therapy has prepared this easy-to-understand guide that can answer some of your questions. We also welcome you to reach out to us with any questions you have or to learn more about how we can help.

Indicators that you need physical therapy for shoulder pain treatment

If your shoulder pain is the result of a serious injury, such as a fall, workplace accident or automobile accident, seek immediate medical attention. In other cases, a physical therapist can help treat your shoulder pain if any of these apply to you:
- Your doctor is recommending it.
- Basic treatments like rest, ice, compression and stretches aren’t helping.
- Your ability to play a sport or perform basic activities is being impaired.
- Your family, social and work life is being affected.
When seeking out physical therapy for shoulder pain, it is important to find a practice that can work with you individually to create a treatment plan that is right for you.

How the team at Advent Physical Therapy can treat your shoulder pain

At our clinics located across west Michigan, the Advent Physical Therapy team is committed to providing personalized care to everyone who comes to us. We provide shoulder pain treatment with a combination of active and passive techniques to provide strength, stability and range of motion to the injured area. Our therapeutic options are designed to relieve pain, help the body’s natural healing process and prevent future injuries.

To speak with a member of our team and schedule your initial appointment, contact us today.
May 5, 2019
Three ways to relieve rotator cuff pain
The rotator cuff is a complex set of muscles, tendons and ligaments that connects the arm to the shoulder while allowing for normal movement. Injuries to the rotator cuff are so common because of the stress we put on the shoulders while working, exercising or playing sports.

Whether it’s due to a minor strain or a more serious tear, rotator cuff pain can have a serious negative impact on your quality of life. Physical therapy is an often-recommended part of the treatment process, helping to stabilize and strengthen the shoulder to promote healing and prevent future injuries.

To help you better understand your treatment options to make an informed decision about your care, we’re sharing the following techniques that can help relieve rotator cuff pain. The Advent Physical Therapy team is here to help. Please reach out to us if you have any questions or want to learn more about how we can help.

A physical therapist can perform or instruct you about these techniques

After receiving a physical assessment from a therapist, treatments you may encounter include:
- Manual therapy — Active techniques like strain counterstrain, joint mobilization and soft tissue mobilization can all help relieve rotator cuff pain.
- Strengthening exercises — Active and passive techniques that can be performed both in the office and at home help to stabilize the shoulder, regaining range of motion and preventing future injury.
- Hot and/or cold therapy — Generally performed at home, a physical therapist can provide instruction on how to alternate heat and ice. Heat helps to relax muscles and improve circulation while an ice pack helps to reduce inflammation and temporarily numb the area.
Since each person is different and has unique needs, your therapist can work with you to develop a fully personalized treatment plan.

Experience the Advent advantage

With many clinics conveniently located across west Michigan, Advent Physical Therapy has highly-trained and credentialed physical therapists with decades of combined experience in helping people find lasting relief. Our goal is to put you fully at the center of the treatment experience, from the time you’re greeted by our friendly staff to when you’re receiving instructions from our clinicians.

If you are dealing with rotator cuff pain, we want to help. Contact us today to speak with our caring team and to schedule your initial appointment.
May 2, 2019
Try Physical Therapy for These 5 Common Causes of Shoulder Pain

Physical therapy is a safe, effective and non-invasive treatment option that is designed to relieve pain resulting from a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions, sports injuries, workplace injuries and more. Regular appointments with a physical therapist are ideal for people of all ages. Patients typically see a physical therapist to help manage chronic pain symptoms and prevent future injury. One of the biggest reasons new patients visit our physical therapist each day is to address chronic shoulder pain. Shoulder pain can be caused by a number of different factors and make completing daily tasks nearly impossible without treatment. If you or a loved one is experiencing shoulder pain, physical therapy can help!

Top 5 Most Common Causes of Shoulder Pain

The average person probably doesn’t give much thought to their shoulders as they go about their day. But your shoulders actually do quite a lot of work to help you complete everyday tasks, and if they become strained or injured, you could be left experience severe shoulder pain. Some of the most common causes of shoulder pain include:

Tendinitis

This is a common condition that causes inflammation in the shoulder area and has been known to send many people straight to the physical therapist for relief. The condition typically affects those who are very physically active or people who work at a job that requires them to complete lots of repetitive motions. For example, if you’re an athlete who plays tennis a lot or you work as a professional painter, you could be at risk of developing tendinitis in your shoulder. If you are at a high risk for tendinitis, it is very important to remember that along with physical therapy, resting your shoulders regularly can help to prevent chronic pain.

Frozen Shoulder

Frozen shoulder typically occurs after an injury or alongside another shoulder condition. Most physical therapists recommend that patients with frozen shoulder get plenty of rest in between physical therapy appointments to avoid developing scar tissue in the shoulder. If scar tissue does develop, the muscles surrounding the shoulder can eventually freeze up as well, restricting your full range of motion and resulting in chronic pain.

Bursitis

The shoulder is a complicated joint that is made up of an intricate network of many moving parts. One of the key components that make up the shoulder is called bursa. The bursa contains tiny sacs of fluid that work to keep the shoulder joint lubricated. If the bursa becomes irritated or inflamed, you can develop bursitis and will need to schedule a physical therapy appointment as soon as possible.

Tendon Tears

The tendons in your shoulder can tear as the result of an acute injury or certain degenerative conditions. Overuse, the natural aging process and sudden injuries often cause the tendons to split or tear. Whether a patient is experiencing partial or a full tendon tear, the pain can be very intense and require regular appointments with our skilled physical therapist.

Impingement

Shoulder impingement can occur when the top part of the shoulder blade puts a great amount of pressure on the underlying soft tissues in the arm each time that it is lifted away from the body. As the arm lifts, the shoulder blade rubs against the tendons and bursa. If left untreated, impingement in the shoulder can result in bursitis and/or tendinitis.

Physical Therapy Can Provide Fast Relief for Shoulder Pain

If you or a loved one have been experiencing recurrent or prolonged shoulder pain, it is important to speak with a physical therapist as soon as possible. Physical therapy is a safe, non-invasive and holistic treatment option that can help patients of all ages and activity levels. Call our offices today to learn more about the benefits of physical therapy and begin your journey toward living a pain-free life!

April 10, 2019
Try Physical Therapy for These 5 Common Causes of Shoulder Pain

Physical therapy is a safe, effective and non-invasive treatment option that is designed to relieve pain resulting from a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions, sports injuries, workplace injuries and more. Regular appointments with a physical therapist are ideal for people of all ages. Patients typically see a physical therapist to help manage chronic pain symptoms and prevent future injury. One of the biggest reasons new patients visit our physical therapist each day is to address chronic shoulder pain. Shoulder pain can be caused by a number of different factors and make completing daily tasks nearly impossible without treatment. If you or a loved one is experiencing shoulder pain, physical therapy can help!

Top 5 Most Common Causes of Shoulder Pain

The average person probably doesn’t give much thought to their shoulders as they go about their day. But your shoulders actually do quite a lot of work to help you complete everyday tasks, and if they become strained or injured, you could be left experience severe shoulder pain. Some of the most common causes of shoulder pain include:

Tendinitis

This is a common condition that causes inflammation in the shoulder area and has been known to send many people straight to the physical therapist for relief. The condition typically affects those who are very physically active or people who work at a job that requires them to complete lots of repetitive motions. For example, if you’re an athlete who plays tennis a lot or you work as a professional painter, you could be at risk of developing tendinitis in your shoulder. If you are at a high risk for tendinitis, it is very important to remember that along with physical therapy, resting your shoulders regularly can help to prevent chronic pain.

Frozen Shoulder

Frozen shoulder typically occurs after an injury or alongside another shoulder condition. Most physical therapists recommend that patients with frozen shoulder get plenty of rest in between physical therapy appointments to avoid developing scar tissue in the shoulder. If scar tissue does develop, the muscles surrounding the shoulder can eventually freeze up as well, restricting your full range of motion and resulting in chronic pain.

Bursitis

The shoulder is a complicated joint that is made up of an intricate network of many moving parts. One of the key components that make up the shoulder is called bursa. The bursa contains tiny sacs of fluid that work to keep the shoulder joint lubricated. If the bursa becomes irritated or inflamed, you can develop bursitis and will need to schedule a physical therapy appointment as soon as possible.

Tendon Tears

The tendons in your shoulder can tear as the result of an acute injury or certain degenerative conditions. Overuse, the natural aging process and sudden injuries often cause the tendons to split or tear. Whether a patient is experiencing partial or a full tendon tear, the pain can be very intense and require regular appointments with our skilled physical therapist.

Impingement

Shoulder impingement can occur when the top part of the shoulder blade puts a great amount of pressure on the underlying soft tissues in the arm each time that it is lifted away from the body. As the arm lifts, the shoulder blade rubs against the tendons and bursa. If left untreated, impingement in the shoulder can result in bursitis and/or tendinitis.

Physical Therapy Can Provide Fast Relief for Shoulder Pain

If you or a loved one have been experiencing recurrent or prolonged shoulder pain, it is important to speak with a physical therapist as soon as possible. Physical therapy is a safe, non-invasive and holistic treatment option that can help patients of all ages and activity levels. Call our offices today to learn more about the benefits of physical therapy and begin your journey toward living a pain-free life!

April 10, 2019
Three symptoms of shoulder pain to not overlook
Shoulder pain is very common. After all, we use our shoulders for lots of high-impact activities like lifting heavy objects, pushing or pulling equipment or even swinging a golf club or tennis racket. There are also so many moving parts in the shoulder that allow for the complex range of motion required of the arms. The result is that a strain, sprain or even a tear in the shoulder is something most of us have to deal with at one point or another.

In the majority of cases, a flare-up of minor shoulder pain should subside with a few days’ rest and the application of a cold compress and/or a heating pad. But how do you know when more serious attention and treatment is required? We’re sharing the following information with you to help you be a more empowered and proactive patient. Please feel free to get in touch with the team at Border Therapy Services if you have any questions or would like to schedule an appointment.

Don’t ignore these three signs of shoulder pain

While muscle strains or ligament sprains can typically improve on their own, more serious problems like tears or fractures require more involved treatment. They are also far more likely to worsen if left untreated. If you are experiencing any of these three symptoms, seek immediate medical attention:
- You are unable to lift your arm without assistance. This is often an indicator of a tear in the rotator cuff, but there can be other causes as well.
- You experience pain that runs across your upper body. This could be a sign of an acromioclavicular (AC) joint separation as well as a condition known as “frozen shoulder.” Both require intervention to avoid worsening symptoms.
- Your shoulder is dislocated. It’s possible you’ve seen an instance of someone painfully replacing a dislocated shoulder with nonmedical assistance. You should seek professional help if this occurs to you, as improperly relocating a shoulder can cause serious injury.
Upon diagnosing and treating the cause of shoulder pain, doctors will typically recommend a comprehensive treatment plan that will very often include physical therapy.

Physical therapy for shoulder pain

The experienced and compassionate physical therapy team at Border Therapy Services can help you find relief and regain mobility if shoulder pain is interfering with your active lifestyle. We offer a personalized evaluation and treatment plan consisting of a full range of techniques to help loosen tense or spastic muscles, relieve inflamed soft tissue, and strengthen and stabilize your shoulder.

Schedule your initial appointment when you contact us today
April 3, 2019
Can shoulder pain cause neck pain?
If you’re experiencing shoulder pain and neck pain, you may be wondering, “Can shoulder pain cause neck pain?” Thanks to the muscles, nerves and other structures the shoulder and neck share, the short answer is yes it can. At SSOR, our physical therapy team can help you find ways to treat shoulder conditions that are also causing you to feel neck pain.

Our SSOR physical therapy team is made up of experienced and highly educated therapists. We’re also dedicated to helping you achieve rapid results from your therapy with us. One thing that may help with this is the fact that we try to ensure you see the same therapist every time you visit our clinics. This allows you to develop a positive relationship with your therapist and ensures they’re well-versed in your treatment plan. This in-depth knowledge can be particularly helpful when you have shoulder pain that’s causing neck pain, too.

Conditions that can cause shoulder pain and neck pain

You may not have known this, but the shoulders and neck are connected in many ways. For instance, they share many of the same muscles, nerves, tendons and other structures. Unfortunately, this closeness means that conditions that cause shoulder pain can also cause you to feel neck pain.

One condition that can lead to pain in both your shoulder and neck is shoulder bursitis. This condition is also known as shoulder impingement syndrome, and it affects the fluid-filled sacs in your shoulder, which are called bursa. The shoulder bursa are located between the top of your upper arm bone and the tip of the shoulder.

Their job is to protect the tendons in your shoulder, but injuries or infections can cause the bursa to become inflamed. The inflammation leads to less space for the shoulder tendons to move, and this may result in the tendons becoming pinched and causing shoulder and neck pain.

A rotator cuff injury is a second shoulder condition that may cause you to feel both shoulder and neck pain. Your rotator cuff is a structure of four muscles and tendons in the shoulder. This structure is designed to help keep your upper arm bone, or humerus, in your shoulder socket.

Rotator cuff injuries are fairly common, and often result from repetitive overhead motions that place high stress on the shoulder. For example, the throwing motion used by many baseball pitchers can increase their risk of a rotator cuff injury. People who work as house painters are also at risk for rotator cuff injuries since they spend lots of time working over their heads.

If you think you might have one of these shoulder conditions, our SSOR team can create a treatment plan for you that may include therapies like:
- Joint mobilization
- Range-of-motion exercises
- Heat and cold therapy
- Electrical stimulation
Using these and other therapies, our team can help you treat a variety of shoulder conditions that may be causing you both shoulder and neck pain.

Would you like to find out if your shoulder pain is causing your neck pain? If you would, there’s only one step you’ll need to take. Contact our team today for more information or to schedule a free 15-minute screening.
March 4, 2019
Rotator cuff tendonitis
If you experience chronic shoulder pain, it may be caused by rotator cuff tendonitis. The group of muscles and tendons that support and keep the upper arm in the shoulder socket is known as your rotator cuff. When these tissue become inflamed, it can be difficult to lift your arm above your head. Advent Physical Therapy explains what causes rotator cuff tendonitis and what you can do to treat it.

What causes tendonitis in the shoulder?

Tendonitis is an overuse injury that occurs when the tendons that support your joints become swollen, inflamed or damaged. People over the age of 30 are more likely to develop shoulder tendonitis.

Athletes who play sports with repetitive swinging shoulder motions, like tennis or swimming, are also at a higher risk for developing rotator cuff tendonitis. Warehouse workers, lumberjacks or other occupations where heavy lifting is involved can cause shoulder problems. Rotator cuff tendonitis can occur from a simple fall onto an outstretched arm.

Symptoms of rotator cuff tendonitis

If you suffer from rotator cuff tendonitis, you will most likely notice pain in the upper arm, and the front and top of your shoulder. The discomfort usually gets worse when lifting your arms and can be accompanied by a clicking sound. Your shoulder may also be tender, swollen or inflamed.

Muscle weakness and loss of range of motion are symptoms that should be checked out by a medical professional. Failure to seek treatment can cause more severe injuries such as a frozen shoulder or developing arthritis in the shoulder joint.

Treatment for rotator cuff tendonitis

For most minor cases of rotator cuff tendonitis, you can treat the injury at home. Effective treatments include:
- Rest — Because tendonitis is an overuse injury, resting the shoulder will prevent further damage and inflammation.
- Ice — Cold therapy will help reduce pain, swelling and inflammation. Apply 20 minutes on and 20 minutes off to prevent skin damage from the ice.
- Stretching — Exercises to increase range of motion can help reduce pain in the shoulder.
Physical therapy is another effective treatment for rotator cuff tendonitis. The physical therapist will work with you to build strength and regain range of motion in the shoulder. If you have recently suffered a shoulder injury, contact us today to set up your initial appointment.
March 2, 2019
Shoulder pain treatment in Ellisville, MO
At Excel Sports and Physical Therapy, our team knows shoulder issues that cause you to seek shoulder pain treatment in Ellisville, Missouri are no joke. Fortunately, we have a team of physical therapists that can treat your shoulder problems right here in town.

Our team has been offering high-quality physical therapy services in Ellisville, Missouri for more than three decades. One thing we’ve learned in that time is personalized therapy is more helpful for our patients. Personalized therapy allows our team to focus specifically on the condition or injury you have and how it’s affecting you. Since even people with the same injury or condition may experience it differently, our personalized therapy plans allow us the flexibility to treat you in the most effective way. These plans may be particularly effective for shoulder pain treatment in Ellisville, Missouri.

Three shoulder issues you may need shoulder pain treatment for in Ellisville, MO

Our team at Excel Sports and Physical Therapy is ready to help you get the shoulder pain treatment you need in Ellisville, Missouri. One reason we’re so ready to help you is we know how important your shoulders are to your daily life. Your shoulder is a complex body structure, which our team knows is made up of bones, joints, muscles, tendons and ligaments. We also know the complexity of your shoulder is usually an asset. It’s an asset primarily because it allows you to perform everyday actions like pushing, pulling and reaching.

Our team knows that one downside to the complexity of your shoulder is it can easily develop painful issues. For instance, you might get a rotator cuff injury trying to lift a heavy box down from a shelf. You may also get a shoulder injury, such as a dislocated shoulder, from a car accident or while playing sports. Our team also knows repeated shoulder injuries or damage may cause you to develop frozen shoulder, which may cause your shoulder to lock up during normal movements.

Our Excel Sports and Physical Therapy team is ready to help you deal with any shoulder problem. Our personalized shoulder therapy plans may be able to help you with therapies such as:
- Joint stabilization
- Strengthening and stretching exercises
- Ultrasound therapy
- Thermotherapy
- Electrical stimulation
Combining therapies like these into your therapy plan may help to ease your pain and inflammation. However, our therapy plans can only work toward getting you these benefits if you come see our Ellisville, Missouri team for shoulder pain treatment. In fact, the sooner you get in touch with us, the sooner you may be able to benefit.

Contact our team today for more information or to schedule an initial appointment.
February 8, 2019
Four super useful tips for improving your shoulder pain treatment

Your shoulders play an important part in your everyday life. It’s easy to take their function for granted until one of them is hurt. When a shoulder is in pain, it can be difficult to do anything that requires the use of your arm.

Many cases of shoulder pain are minor and are treatable at home. Here are four useful tips that can help you treat your shoulder pain:

1. Apply ice and heat

Cold packs and heating pads are excellent tools for soothing pain when your shoulder is hurt. You should start with icing first because heating your shoulder can make inflammation grow worse. Icing it can help reduce the inflammation until it’s safe to use heat.

Apply ice to your shoulder for about 10 to 15 minutes. Do this two or three times a day for a couple of days or until the inflammation has gone down. Then you can switch to applying heat to your shoulder to further help reduce the pain.

2. Get some rest

You use your shoulders for a lot of activities, so it’s easy to exacerbate the pain when you’re trying to get things done throughout the day. Pain is a sign of harm, though, so when you feel pain, you should stop what you’re doing.

You need to rest your shoulder and give it some time to heal itself. Some light stretching and exercising are necessary for treatment in many cases, but, otherwise, resting is always important.

3. Take some medication

Some people frown on taking pain medication because they don’t want to deal with the side-effects or don’t want to admit they need medicine to deal with the pain. None of this should stop you, though.

Over-the-counter medications can help reduce the pain and inflammation affecting your shoulder. You may also need medication for sleep if your pain is keeping you up at night.

4. Soak in an Epsom salt bath

Soaking in a warm Epsom salt bath has no proven medical effects, but it is soothing. Warm water and fresh Epsom salts can help relax stiff muscles and soothe sore joints.

Once the inflammation in your shoulder has gone down, it’s safe to enjoy a relaxing Epsom salt bath to help take your mind off the pain.

Treat your shoulder pain with physical therapy

Our physical therapists at Franklin Rehabilitation are skilled in many methods for treating shoulder pain. Whether you have a chronic condition or a sudden injury, we can help you. Contact our team today for more information or to schedule an initial appointment.

February 2, 2019
What you need to know about shoulder pain diagnosis
You’ve probably heard someone say, “You’ve got a lot on your shoulders.” We use this phrase to talk about burdens because your shoulders play a large role in carrying heavy things. Because your shoulders are an important part of many tasks, it’s important to take care of them when they’re hurt.

Shoulder pain comes in many forms. Some types of pain are less severe and can be treated with a few days of rest and home treatments. Other types of pain are the symptoms of a serious condition requiring medical attention.

Common reasons you may have shoulder pain include:
- Torn rotator cuff
- Dislocation
- Arthritis
- Strained muscles or connective tissues
- Pinched nerve
- Bursitis
- Tendinitis
The treatments for each of these conditions is different but usually includes some form of physical therapy. A medical professional can examine your shoulder pain to determine the cause and recommend the right treatment.

Determining the cause of shoulder pain

One of the first things your physician will do when diagnosing your shoulder pain is examine your symptoms. He or she will also review your medical history to identify possible patterns connected to the pain.

Physicians have many tools at their disposal to help identify the source of your pain. Part of your diagnosis process might include:
- X-ray
- MRI
- CT scan
These tools help physicians make accurate assessments of your pain so you receive the correct diagnosis. With a correct diagnosis, you can move forward with treatment toward feeling better.

Treating shoulder pain with physical therapy

Treatments will vary depending on the cause and severity of your shoulder pain. Most treatments include physical therapy. Physical therapists can help reduce pain and restore range of motion through stretches, exercises and other techniques, including:
- Massage and hands-on therapy
- Electrical stimulation
- Icing and heating
- Kinesio taping and more
In extreme cases of shoulder pain that require surgery, physical therapy can still help. A physical therapist can help you recover quickly to full strength after surgery.

At Armor Physical Therapy, our physical therapists have years of training and experience in treating shoulder pain. One of our physical therapists will work one-on-one with you to help you reduce your pain and restore the use of your shoulder. Would you like to talk to one of our team members about treating your shoulder pain? Contact our team today for more information or to schedule an initial appointment.
January 8, 2019
Shoulder pain treatment in St. Peters, MO
Your shoulders are responsible for a lot of the actions you complete in your daily life. In fact, your shoulders are responsible for keeping your arms attached to your body in the first place.

Shoulders are big and complicated joints. They are made up of many interconnected ligaments, tendons and muscles that hold the joint in place and allow mobility. When one of these tissues or the bone or cartilage is hurt, you can lose the use of the entire shoulder. That’s why it’s so important to see a physical therapist for shoulder pain treatment when the shoulder is in serious pain.

What causes shoulder pain?

There are different levels of shoulder pain that each has different causes. Many types of shoulder pain are minor and go away after a few days of rest and home treatments. However, shoulder pain that is severe or crippling may be the sign of a serious condition. This kind of shoulder pain can include:
- Rotator cuff tear
- Arthritis
- Bursitis
- Tendinitis
- Pinched nerve
- Dislocation and more
Why should people with shoulder pain see a physical therapist?

At Excel Sports and Physical Therapy in St. Peters, Missouri, all of our physical therapists are experts in treating the musculoskeletal system. This system includes the bones, joints, muscles and connective tissues in your body. All of which are part of your shoulder.

Our physical therapists can evaluate your condition to determine the cause of pain and the best course of treatment. All treatments are personalized to your needs as an individual, but you can generally expect your treatment to include some of the following:
- Exercises and stretches
- Hands-on manipulation
- Massage therapy
- Electrical stimulation
- Hot and cold therapy
- Ultrasound and more
In cases where surgery is necessary for treatment, physical therapy can still help. Physical therapists can strengthen and stretch the affected area before and after surgery to help promote faster recovery after surgery.

Schedule shoulder pain treatment at Excel Sports and Physical Therapy in St. Peters, MO

Do you have a shoulder injury that is keeping you from using your arm? Do you live with severe shoulder pain that you can’t take any more? Contact our team today for more information or to schedule an initial appointment.

Our St. Peters Mexico Road location:

4800 Mexico Road

Suite 104

St. Peters, Missouri 63376

Excel Sports and Physical Therapy serves patients from multiple locations in the St. Louis area. Please visit our locations page to discover other clinics that may be more convenient for you.
January 4, 2019
Physical therapy services available in Ada, MI
Advent Physical Therapy is dedicated to treating all of our patients in the areas we service just like neighbors help each other in a community. However, there’s a group of neighbors near our Ada, Michigan location that we’re especially proud to serve. This group is the employees of Amway and their families.

In addition to our Amway-exclusive Ada, Michigan location, Advent Physical Therapy also has clinics across the greater Grand Rapids, Michigan area. We even offer services in Caledonia and Hastings, Michigan. That’s a lot of neighbors! One thing we think you’ll like about every one of our locations is that all of our staff has the same dedication to exceptional patient care. Our goal is to help you recover as much as possible and as quickly as possible. This is true whether you work at Amway in Ada, Michigan or live near any of our 12 other Michigan offices.

Some services we offer to Amway employees and their families in Ada, MI

Our team knows that Amway workers in Ada, Michigan may have issues that require physical therapy. We also know that your family members may also have conditions that could benefit from physical therapy.

Our team is experienced at helping patients with a wide variety of injury types and conditions. For Amway employees, you may need help with a workplace injury such as carpal tunnel syndrome. Other conditions that you may need help with may include things like lower back pain, shoulder injuries or neck pain. Your families, too, may need to seek physical therapy at some point. For instance, your son or daughter might hurt their ankle while playing soccer. Or perhaps your spouse gets into a car accident and needs whiplash treatment. Advent Physical Therapy can create therapy plans that may help with all of these conditions and injuries.

We’re able to help with so many types of injuries thanks to the array of therapies we offer. Some of these helpful therapies include:
- Hands-on therapy
- Dry needling
- Cupping
- Instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization
- Sports medicine
Using all of the therapy methods at our disposal, our Advent Physical Therapy team may be able to help you or your family with a medical condition or injury. We even offer free 15-minute screenings to help you determine what parts of your body are causing the problem. If you’re an Amway employee or family member who lives in Ada, Michigan, don’t wait to get the physical therapy you need.

Contact our team today for more information or to schedule an initial appointment.
January 2, 2019