Light Therapy  Light therapy is used in conjunction with traditional forms of physical therapy to achieve pain relief.  Light Therapy (also known as cold laser or phototherapy) is an FDA approved technology that involves the application of light, which penetrates the skin surfaces to the underlying tissues, and triggers normal cellular functions.  The concentration of light energy penetrates the cells and ignites the metabolic activity for the body to heal.  Light therapy is effective in treating pain associated with soft-tissue and inflammatory conditions such as lateral/medial epicondylitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, fibromylgia, migraines, arthritis, TMJ pain, cervical strain, low-back strain, knee arthritis/tendonitis, biceps tendonitis and plantar fasciitis.

Ultrasound  Ultrasound utilizes sound waves to increase absorption of heat to a deeper level of penetration.  Ultrasound is valuable in providing pain relief, due to its superior depth of penetration.  Ultrasound is used for treating arthritis, neuromas, adhesive scars and where increasing the tissue temperature is the desired effect.

 Cranio Sacral  Cranio Sacral Therapy (CST) is a gentle, hands-on method of evaluating and enhancing the functioning of a physiological body system called the craniosacral system--comprised of the membranes and cerebrospinal fluid that surround and protect the brain and spinal cord.  Through using a soft touch (about the weight of a nickel), therapists release restrictions in the craniosacral system to improve the functioning of the central nervous system.  This technique is increasingly used as a preventative health measure and is effective in treating numerous pain-relating conditions.

Myofascial Release  Myofascial release is a unique form of massage that targets the fascia, the thin tissue that covers every organ, muscle and fiber in the body. When any part of the fascia system is stressed or blocked it affects all other systems. Myofascial release therapy is based on the idea that poor posture, physical injury, illness, and emotional stress can throw the body out of alignment and cause its intricate web of fascia to become taut and constricted.  Restrictions in the Myofascial system may be caused by trauma – either physical or emotional, inflammation, or posture, and results in abnormal pressure on nerves, muscles, blood vessels, osseous structures and organs. Myofascial release therapy offers a gentle blend of stretching and massage, using hands-on manipulation of the entire body to promote healing and relieve pain.  Myofascial release is a gentler form of massage that is specifically used to target such maladies as back pain, recurring headaches, fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis, muscle spasms, whiplash injuries, and carpal tunnel syndrome. People with diabetes, who are at increased risk for painful plantar fasciitis and frozen shoulder, may also benefit.

Hot/Cold Therapy   Hot/Cold Therapy involves the application of heat (hot packs) or hydrocellator packs for subacute or chronic problems and is considered a superficial heat application.  The application of cold is utilized for patients with acute trauma or severe spasticity. 

Therapeutic Massage  Therapeutic massage includes effleurage, petrissage and/or tapotement (stroking, compression, percussion) specifically provided for the patients' condition.

Balance & Gait Training  Gait training involves working with patients to restore balance, normal stance, swing, speed and sequence of muscle contractions for walking. 

STS Therapy  Max Well Physical Therapy uses Dynatron STS in conjunction with a personalized exercise program specifically designed to help patients achieve pain relief and a strong body.  Dynatron STS is an FDA approved program used for symptomatic relief of chronic pain.  Sympathetic Therapy is a patented method of administering electrical current via peripheral nerves accessed through the lower legs and feet, as well as arms and hands.  Unlike TENS, microcurrent, or muscle stim; Sympathetic Therapy treats systematically rather than locally.  Its distinguished application entails four intersecting stimulation channels, with a careful combination of unique carrier and beat frequencies and very specific electrode placements.  STS is safe, non-invasive and non-addictive, and is designed specifically for chronic pain, including fibromyalgia and reflex sympathetic dystrophy (RSD).  Contact www.chronicpainrx.com for more information.

Neuromuscular Re-Education  This technique incorporates reeducation of movement, balance, coordination, kinesthetic sense, posture and/or proprioception for sitting and/or standing activities.  Neuromuscular Re-Education is usually used to restore prior functions (eg. stroke patients) and may also be used for initially establishing function.

Traction  Traction is when force is used to create a degree of tension of soft tissues or to allow for separation between joint surfaces.  The degree of traction is controlled through the amount of force allowed, length of time and angle of pull using mechanical means.  Mechanical traction is described as being intermittent or static (describing the length of time the traction is applied) or autotraction (use of the body's own weight to create the force).