The Everett Clinic’s new Physical Therapy department specializes in the treatment of musculoskeletal injuries and problems. Physical therapists at The Everett Clinic integrate therapy with patient education, preventive measures and self-treatment techniques to provide the most effective care for our patients.
- Evaluation and treatment of patients with back, neck, shoulder, hip, knee and ankle pain or injury
- Post-orthopedic surgical rehabilitation
- Sports injury rehabilitation
- Evaluation and treatment of patients with vestibular (inner ear) and balance disorders
The Everett Clinic’s Physical Therapy department is the only practice in Everett with therapists certified in The McKenzie Method, an evaluation system and treatment approach that actively involves patients in the care of their back, neck or extremity problems. Evidence based studies show that this method can effectively treat 75 percent of patients with low back pain, usually in just three to four visits and expensive tests are usually not required.
Our therapists will determine which specific exercises and interventions are appropriate for the specific problems of each patient. You can find out more information about the McKenzie Method at:http://www.mckenziemdt.org
On your first visit, you will be evaluated by a physical therapist and a specific treatment or exercise program will be designed for you. Together with the physical therapist, you will identify problems and set goals and then work as a team to achieve them. Please bring shorts to change in to if you have a leg or knee problem that needs to be evaluated.
One of the easiest and most important things you can do to prevent back pain is to support your lower back while sitting. Using a small pillow or rolled up towel placed in the small of your back works well. Some patients prefer a commercial product designed for this purpose. The Everett Clinic Pharmacy in Everett has inexpensive lumbar rolls that we recommend to our patients.