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Musculoskeletal Exam

Detailed evaluation of joints, muscles, posture, and functional movement to guide safe, individualized physical therapy care.

Personalized Physical Assessment

Our musculoskeletal exams are designed to pinpoint the root cause of your pain, dysfunction, or mobility limitations. We assess how your muscles, joints, and connective tissues are working together — or where imbalances may be affecting performance or healing. This comprehensive process allows us to tailor your treatment plan based on your body’s real-time needs and recovery status.

What We Evaluate

During your assessment, we examine posture, joint alignment, soft tissue quality, flexibility, muscle tone, and functional movement. We may use hands-on palpation, range-of-motion testing, resistance checks, and orthopedic screening techniques. The goal is to identify what structures are involved and how they impact your ability to move comfortably and safely.

Guiding Clinical Decision-Making

The findings from your musculoskeletal exam help determine the safest and most effective course of care. Whether your condition involves muscle imbalance, poor joint mechanics, or injury compensation, we design your rehab program based on what your body needs, not just a generic protocol. This approach helps avoid overloading sensitive tissues and accelerates progress.

Re-Assessment to Track Progress

Periodic follow-up assessments allow us to track your improvements, adjust techniques, and make sure your recovery stays on course. We compare new findings to your baseline to ensure that pain is decreasing, movement is improving, and goals are being met. These checkpoints are vital to maintaining momentum and preventing stagnation or regression.

Used Across All Conditions

Musculoskeletal exams are the foundation of care for patients with orthopedic injuries, post-surgical needs, auto accidents, sports injuries, and chronic pain. Whether you’re just beginning rehab or returning after a setback, this evaluation ensures your program is built on accuracy, safety, and clinical insight.

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