MDT can help you manage and prevent back pain for good!

The benefit of the McKenzie MDT approach is that most of our patients become excellent diagnosticians and are basically able to treat themselves upon completion of their program. So many patients have contacted us weeks, months, even years after they've been treated to tell us how well they are doing since treatment. Some of these are patients who suffered with pain for most of their lives but are now experiencing a whole new quality of life thanks to MDT.

The common denominator with most of our successful patients is compliance. In fact, Mary, another patient with a successful outcome, indicated at the end of her success story…. “The most important thing is that it is up to you to follow the instructions. A sign when you come in says in part, “successful outcomes are obtained with compliance of the exercises and schedule,” How true. This almost 80 year old is very pleased with the results. A big thank you.”

Why MDT (Mechanical Diagnosis & Therapy) over general Physical Therapy?

    SUCCESS STORY

“I injured my back in October of 2014, I had herniated my L4 & L5 discs and was receiving PT treatments elsewhere. Still having extreme pain in January 2014, my pain management Dr. recommended Maccio PT for further treatment. I agreed hoping to be able to eliminate some of the pain but knowing that I would never be pain free. I had given up all activities I enjoyed, working out, gardening, & sewing. I couldn’t walk for ¼ mile without pain. I’d wake up frequently at night as well. I worked with Joe Sr. and even from my first visit I felt pain free, I couldn’t believe it! After following the exercises he prescribed and further treatments I am absolutely pain free! I have and would recommend Maccio Physical Therapy to anyone who has spinal pain or another injury like that. I am so thankful to Joe Sr. for his commitment to my wellbeing and recovery.”

-Theresa

After receiving notification from this patient’s insurance carrier that no further physical therapy would be allowed as fifty visits had already been used elsewhere, we needed to explain the difference between MDT and general PT. First of all, by the time we received the denial notification the patient was pain free and was ready for discharge. When we explained the differences to the carrier they not only agreed to make payment for our services but had cancelled her independent medical exam and hearing. She now has the tools to go back to doing everything she wants to do in life and knows exactly what to do if she encounters any difficulty. This is yet another reason why all of our staff receives MDT training and it must be the primary evaluation method in all musculoskeletal conditions.

Quick recover and back to the football field in no time!

"Before I had surgery on my knee I wasn't able to do any kind of explosive movements like squats, running, jumping and even had a hard time with stairs. I had to red shirt the past football season because of my knee. After surgery I wasn't able to bend my knee at all. I had a hard time walking and I didn't think recovery would be anything quick. By coming to PT I am able to bend my knee completely with no pain. I am also able to walk up stairs and squat with  no pain. With continuing the exercises from P.T. I am confident that I will be back on the football field in no time!

-Tom

Qualified for Sectionals!

"I have had back pain for the past two years. I went to other physical therapists and nothing improved. My faith that I would ever play tennis again was ruined. My doctor recommended that I come to Maccio Physical Therapy and this decision was one of the best of my life. Because of Joe and the McKenzie Method, I can now play tennis and qualified for sectionals in 2 weeks. Before coming here, I could not go from sitting to standing without pain, let alone serve a tennis ball. My experience has been so rewarding and I can't thank Joe and his team enough for their help. Hopefully my new back will allow me to play tennis for many years to come." -Carrianna

Back to the Soccer Field!

The following success story is of extreme interest in the world of MDT (Mechanical Diagnosis and Treatment) as MDT is a well established treatment of spinal problems. In recent years it’s influenced the management of extremity problems. MDT has seen significant growth in both research and clinicians ability to accurately diagnose and “rapidly reduce” many orthopedic problems. Currently we find approximately 80% of patients with extremity problems that can be classified under MDT as a “derangement syndrome”. Derangements are conditions that are “rapidly reversible”, often able to correct common orthopedic problems in a matter of days. In the case of Hannah she had bilateral ankle pain with walking and running for two years. She reached a point where it limited her from trying out for her high school soccer team, at which point she consulted us. During her initial evaluation, she was diagnosed as having a bilateral ankle derangement and was given a joint mobilization technique to correct. She was seen for reevaluation four days later reporting 100% reduction in symptoms and able to run and play soccer without pain. This is another great example of how chronic problems can rapidly reduce with being managed under the MDT system. -Joseph R. Maccio, DPT, Dip. MDT 

 “I have been playing soccer all summer for my high school team. I started getting very bad pains in my ankles which limited me from doing as much stuff as my teammates. My mom decided to bring me to physical therapy, I didn't really think that it would help. After going for a couple weeks I have had no more pain and can give 100% at practices and games.” -Hannah 

 No X-Rays, MRIs, or special diagnostic testing were needed to identify Hannah’s problem. She was also referred by family members. This is why we do what we do!

100% in less than two weeks!

In early June 2013 I suffered a lower back injury that was very inconvenient and painful while walking. During this time period I was also training for a position that would require me to be able to endure extreme physical training, daily. On top of being extremely friendly and professional, the staff at Maccio Physical Therapy had me back to running in a week and back to 100% in less than two weeks. I was also given the tools and exercises to keep the pain away. Words cannot express how happy I am that I decided to come to Maccio PT. I have and will continue to encourage friends and family to consider coming to Maccio P.T. Thank you so much for your help! Peter C. Hickey

Bike tour de France

I was experiencing pain in my foot so badly, I couldn't work. I did the usual, rest,ice, anti-inflammatories with very little relief. I saw a podiatrist , who diagnosed me with a neuroma "inflamed nerve tissue." She gave me a cortisone shot, arch supports, and a pad in the support. She said if it didn't improve she could operate and remove the nerve. At that point I called Joe, who had helped me in the past with a strained gastroc muscle. I worked with Joe Jr. for four weeks. I can now ride my bike wearing bikes shoes for 40 miles several consecutive days no pain, walk with regular shoes for 6 miles. I am off the meds and enjoying my actual life. I am planning a 8 day bike tour of France in September with 5 days in Paris. Denise D.