We provide hands on, 1-on-1 care for every single patient, every single time.
Tired of the current healthcare system? We are too. For over 30 years, Health Motion has been one of the best kept secrets in Grand Rapids. We are a small private practice that has survived on exceptional results and our reputation for success.
All of our patients receive individualized care and 1-on-1 time with their PT. After all, how are you supposed to diagnose if you don’t palpate the direct injury, or have enough time with them? Patients seeking us for second opinions are shocked at the level of specificity we take to look at the body. So if you have had a poor experience with physical therapy before, we challenge you to give us a try!
We utilize highly specific manual therapy techniques based on the patient’s injury/presentation which addresses the root cause. These techniques are focused on reducing muscle tone/spasm, improving mobility, reducing swelling/inflammation, and activating muscles.
For example, we need to work on the muscle fibers of a strained rotator cuff before we can start strengthening. This allows our patient to have less pain early on and make a faster recovery. If you have had a massage for pain before and it came back a few days later, that means that the root cause was not addressed.
Our exercises target exactly what each patient needs (There is no general program that every person with back pain gets). This is most effective when a patient’s body is in its optimal position after manual therapy.
These often start focusing on mobility and flexibility early in therapy. Near the end we build strength and endurance to prevent the problem from coming back in the future. When you are discharge from therapy, your final home program consists of exercises to continue preventing pain as well as exercises to do in case you ever start to feel it coming back.
Uniquely, we use modalities to expedite the healing process. These increase oxygen and blood flow to injured areas to reduce inflammation, muscle spasm, and pain.
Ultrasound uses sound waves to penetrate the injured tissues to increase cell metabolism as well as increasing deep thermal effects into the body. Electric stimulation uses electrical current through the skin to stimulate tissue healing, reduce pain, and increase muscle activation.
We love getting to know our patients on an individual level and helping them on their health journey. Our favorite is getting to meet other family members or seeing past patients return (even though that means they are having pain). We are not affiliated with a hospital system, and that means we can individualize treatment plans that are best for our patients.
We specialize in manual therapy, offer a wide range of services, and focus on getting our patients better as quickly as possible.
Tired of the current healthcare system? We are too. For over 30 years, Health Motion has been one of the best kept secrets in Grand Rapids. We are a small private practice that has survived on exceptional results and our reputation for success.
All of our patients receive individualized care and 1-on-1 time with their PT. After all, how are you supposed to diagnose if you don’t palpate the direct injury, or have enough time with them? Patients seeking us for second opinions are shocked at the level of specificity we take to look at the body. So if you have had a poor experience with physical therapy before, we challenge you to give us a try!
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What is Pelvic Floor Therapy?
Pelvic floor therapy is a form of physical therapy that focuses on strengthening and coordinating the muscles that support your bladder, bowels, and reproductive organs. These muscles play a vital role in urinary and fecal continence, sexual function, and core stability. When these muscles become weak or tight, it can lead to a variety of uncomfortable symptoms. Our team of certified physical therapists specializes in creating personalized treatment plans to address a wide range of pelvic floor concerns for men and women.
Conditions We Treat:
Benefits of Pelvic Floor Therapy:
What to Expect During Treatment:
Your initial evaluation will involve a comprehensive discussion of your symptoms, medical history, and lifestyle habits. Our physical therapist will perform a thorough physical examination (clothes on) to assess your pelvic floor muscle strength and coordination. Based on this evaluation, we will develop a personalized treatment plan that may include:
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If you are experiencing any pelvic floor symptoms, don’t hesitate to contact us to schedule an appointment. We are here to help you regain control and improve your quality of life. Click below to contact us!
Arthritis isn’t a single disease, but an umbrella term for a group of conditions affecting joints. While “wear and tear” is a common misconception, arthritis can arise from various factors, causing pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility. Common forms of arthritis include Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Gout and Psoriatic Arthritis.
Common signs and symptoms include:
Physical therapy offers a holistic approach to improve your daily life. Here’s how physical therapy can help:
The foot and ankle, often overlooked workhorses, are marvels of engineering. They bear the weight of your body, propel you forward, and absorb impact with every step. Your ankle joint, where your shinbone meets your foot, allows for up-and-down movement while absorbing shock.
Your wrists and hands are intricate marvels, allowing for incredible dexterity and control in everyday tasks. We use our hands for cooking, cleaning, using our phones, taking care of ourselves and others and many, many other things!
The hip is one of the most important joints in the human body. Sitting, standing, walking, running, lifting and many other movements depend on the hip to be functioning properly. At the same time, problems with the hip can cause issues in the knee and even further down the chain.
The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) connects your jawbone to your skull and allows for essential functions like chewing, talking, and yawning. However, several factors can lead to TMJ dysfunction, causing various uncomfortable and sometimes debilitating symptoms.
People experience dizziness for a variety of reasons, and one of the common issues is vestibular dysfunction or problems with the inner ear.
Balance disorders are also wide ranging in their cause, from general deconditioning, diabetic neuropathy, post-operative changes and other neurologic disorders among many others.
Is elbow pain getting in the way of your work, cooking, cleaning or sports participation? You’re not alone. Many people struggle with this, but relief is possible.
There are a variety of symptoms associated with these problems:
Physical therapy is beneficial for treating all of these issues! A thorough exam from the neck to the hand will uncover the root cause of your limitation and develop a plan to address it! Don’t let elbow pain get in the way of doing what you love! Call us today to schedule a free consultation to discuss your pain and our plan to get lasting results
Shoulder pain can cripple your throws, limit your daily tasks, and leave you feeling frustrated. Injuries to the shoulder can be sport, work or daily activity related!
Studies show that neck pain and headaches are very common; up to 77% of people experience neck pain in their life, and associated headaches as much as 52% of the time!
Here at Health Motion we focus on:
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Al-Khazali HM, Younis S, Al-Sayegh Z, Ashina S, Ashina M, Schytz HW. Prevalence of neck pain in migraine: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Cephalalgia. 2022 Jun;42(7):663-673. doi: 10.1177/03331024211068073. Epub 2022 Feb 15. PMID: 35166137.
National Institute of Health data shows that 80% of Americans experience low back pain or sciatica in their lifetime, and treating this costs billions of dollars each year.
Don’t settle for generic back pain solutions:
Physical therapy is a powerful tool in getting to the root of the problem. Often the location of pain is not the source of the problem, and we look from the ground up to see where the limitations are! Don’t let pain get in the way of your life, talk to a physical therapist today!
