“I had been living with neck pain for some time, then over the course of a few days, I lost the use of my left shoulder to paralysis. A visit to my PCP and an MRI later, I learned that I had a herniated disc in my neck. I thought I was headed for surgery, but Maccio had helped with my low back several years earlier and I wanted to see if physical therapy with them could improve my neck pain and shoulder function. After just a few visits, I regained full use of my arm and then we tried several exercises to quiet the mild stubborn pain in my neck. Now at discharge, I have no pain and have an arsenal of tools to improve my range of motion and even relieve any headache pain I occasionally got when I need them. No surgery for me, thank you!
A blog written by Joseph Maccio, MA, PT, Dip. MDT, owner of Maccio Physical Therapy in Troy, New York. Over 35 years experience as a physical therapist with an M.A. in Ergonomics & Occupational Biomechanics, Diplomat in Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy (Dip. MDT), recognized as the highest level of clinical expertise at the McKenzie Institute International. Special Services: - Certified McKenzie Spine Clinic - REPEX - Ergonomics - Orthopedic Physical Therapy -
Thursday, February 24, 2022
"No surgery for me, thank you!"
Friday, January 14, 2022
"I would recommend Maccio Physical Therapy to anyone experiencing pain"
“My first experience at Maccio Physical Therapy was years ago when I suffered from severe neck pain. After attending PT, my neck pain diminished and resolved itself as a result of continuing the exercises that Maccio Physical Therapy gave me.
Recently, my lower back began to give me pain and as a result, I lost the majority of my motion in my back and the stiffness was unbearable. I called Maccio Physical Therapy because of my success with my prior neck pain. Joe Sr. immediately began evaluating me and slowly started to give me exercises not only to strengthen my back muscles but also to increase my range of motion and ultimately reduce my pain level.
Whenever I have an issue, I instantly call
Maccio Physical Therapy because of my past success attending PT and taking the tools
that they give me to avoid future issues and know how to treat myself at
home. I would recommend Maccio Physical Therapy
to anyone experiencing pain.” – Jennifer
Wednesday, October 27, 2021
"100% Would Recommend"
“I came to see Dr. Maccio after months of seeing a chiropractor with no relief or even an idea of what was happening, and what I could do to alleviate the constant pain I was experiencing.
A co-worker had recommended I try Maccio Physical Therapy and after 3 visits I had improvement. The team here worked diligently with me. Maccio Sr. was amazing – patient, friendly, explained things well, LISTENED to my concerns, and was always available.
I am now
virtually pain-free, and I have an assortment of stretches and exercises I can
do at home to stay on top of my symptoms and keep the pain at bay. I’m so grateful to know that the Maccio Group
is always here if I need them, 100% would recommend!” – Desiree
Tuesday, October 5, 2021
Got My Life Back Without Surgery
“I had been in pain with my back and leg/knee hurting at night which made me unable to sleep. This had been going on for months. I thought it was practically my knee and went to my ortho doctor who had given me a shot in my knee which did not work. I thought I was going to need a knee replacement.
A friend saw me in pain golfing and said I needed to go see Joe who helped her. So I gave it a try and it was a success with the exercises. I am now no longer in pain, do not need a knee replacement, and can go back to all the activities which I enjoy. Joe, I cannot thank you enough for giving me my life back and without any surgery.” – Susan
Wednesday, September 8, 2021
"I thought I was headed for surgery... Now at discharge, I have no pain"
“I had been living with neck pain for some time, then over the course of a few days I lost the use of my left shoulder to paralysis. A visit to my PCP and an MRI later, I learned that I had a herniated disc in my neck. I thought I was headed for surgery, but Maccio had helped with my low back several years earlier and I wanted to see if PT with them could improve my neck pain and shoulder function. After just a few visits, I regained full use of my arm and then we tried several exercises to quiet the mild stubborn pain in my neck. Now at discharge, I have no pain and have an arsenal of tools to improve my range of motion and even relieve any headache pain I occasionally got when I need them. No surgery for me, thank you!
P.S. I still use the tools (motions) Maccio PT taught me years ago for my low back pain. Still no low back problems!” – Angie
Thursday, August 5, 2021
"Getting Back to Hiking"
Wednesday, June 16, 2021
"I am now able to live painlessly"
“I am a very active person; I work long days at a busy salon, and I enjoy physical activities such as working out, hiking, etc. I had experienced severe hip/lower back pain which gradually got worse. My first thought was that I would have to put a stop to all of the activities I loved. I then made the great decision to come to Maccio PT where I made improvements in about a month. I went from calling out of work and canceling plans, to being able to work normally and workout at my leisure! The team here is very knowledgeable and was able to enlighten me on why I was having so much pain, I feel so much better! Even my family and friends have noticed that I’m doing well. I no longer have to call out of work/manage pain. I'm now able to live painlessly!” – Olivia




