The McKenzie Method of Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy (MDT) assesses and treats back, neck, and extremity pain.
The McKenzie Method is used by medical professionals practicing all over the world for more than 30 years. The McKenzie Method of Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy (MDT) is an internationally known system for the assessment and treatment of back, neck, and extremity pain.
MDT emphasizes active patient involvement and education in evaluating the nature and severity of back, neck, and extremity problems. The key feature of MDT is the initial assessment, which determines the cause of the pain. Our physical therapists use this information to develop a personalized treatment plan.
The key features of MDT are the initial assessment, use of repeated motions to assist in guiding your treatment, and emphasis on self-treatment and prevention of recurrence.
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