Maccio Physical Therapy McKenzie Method Crossword

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Across
  1. 2. Acronym for the treatment approach in physical therapy that focuses on assessment, classification, and treatment of spinal conditions, popularly known as the McKenzie Method (3 letters)
  2. 3. Therapeutic technique used in the McKenzie Method to decompress spinal structures and alleviate pressure on nerves (7 letters)
  3. 5. Initial step in the McKenzie Method, involving the evaluation of spinal conditions to tailor treatment plans (9 letters)
  4. 11. Technique in physical therapy involving a small support placed in the lower back to promote proper spinal alignment and relieve pressure, commonly used in the McKenzie Method (11 letters)
  5. 14. Central structure of the musculoskeletal system addressed in physical therapy, often targeted in the McKenzie Method for alignment and mobility (5 letters)
  6. 15. Sequential alignment approach in the McKenzie Method, where exercises are performed in __________ to address spinal issues (6 letters)
  7. 16. Therapeutic technique in the McKenzie Method involving gentle pulling forces applied to the spine to alleviate pressure and improve mobility (7 letters)
  8. 18. The name of the only certified McKenzie Clinic in the capital region with 3 diplomats. Established in 1986, prioritizes quality care and easy access for patients. They offer same-day referrals and specialize in treating musculoskeletal cases efficiently. The clinic focuses on evidence-based practice, with specialized spinal care and independence since inception.
  9. 21. Movement of symptoms away from the spine, opposite of centralization, often monitored in the McKenzie Method (17 letters)
  10. 22. Group of muscles and tendons targeted in physical therapy for shoulder rehabilitation within the McKenzie Method (11 letters)
  11. 24. Movement encouraged in the McKenzie Method to arch the spine backward, aiming to alleviate pain and improve spinal function (9 letters)
  12. 26. Region of the spine addressed in physical therapy, focusing on exercises and treatments to alleviate neck pain and improve mobility (8 letters)
  13. 27. Move with purpose during a physical therapy session, as encouraged in the McKenzie Method (8 letters)
  14. 29. Condition characterized by radiating pain down the leg, often addressed in physical therapy using exercises and techniques from the McKenzie Method (8 letters)
  15. 31. Common foot condition treated in physical therapy with the McKenzie Method, often characterized by heel pain due to inflammation of tissue along the arch (15 letters)
  16. 32. Position often used in McKenzie Method exercises, where the patient lies face down (5 letters)
  17. 34. Degree of movement achievable by a joint, crucial for assessing and improving spinal flexibility in McKenzie Method therapy (12 letters)
Down
  1. 1. Number of times a specific exercise is performed consecutively during a therapy session in the McKenzie Method (12 letters)
  2. 2. Pioneer physical therapist whose method focuses on assessing and treating spinal conditions through exercises and patient education (7 letters)
  3. 4. Movement encouraged in McKenzie Method exercises for the spine, involving lateral bending toward the body's midline (9 letters)
  4. 6. Term in physical therapy referring to the nature of spinal pain that changes with movements or positions, often addressed through exercises and assessments in the McKenzie Method (10 letters)
  5. 7. Movement away from the body's midline, often used in McKenzie Method exercises to address spinal issues (9 letters)
  6. 8. Technique in physical therapy, sometimes utilized alongside the McKenzie Method, involving electrical stimulation to promote muscle contraction and pain relief (18 letters)
  7. 9. Abnormal sensation like tingling or numbness, often addressed in physical therapy sessions using McKenzie Method techniques (11 letters)
  8. 10. Exercise position often used in McKenzie Method therapy, where a patient supports their body on hands and knees, resembling certain animals (8 letters)
  9. 12. Direction of bending away from the midline in physical therapy, often addressed to improve spinal flexibility and alleviate discomfort (7 letters)
  10. 13. Movement in McKenzie Method exercises where the spine gently moves backward to alleviate symptoms (9 letters)
  11. 17. Dizziness symptom often addressed in physical therapy, with treatments in the McKenzie Method focusing on repositioning maneuvers to alleviate it (7 letters)
  12. 19. Balance assessment tool often used in physical therapy sessions, including those employing the McKenzie Method (4 letters)
  13. 20. Middle segment of the spine addressed in physical therapy sessions, often associated with upper and mid-back pain (8 letters)
  14. 23. Movement of symptoms toward the spine, indicating a positive response to treatment in the McKenzie Method (15 letters)
  15. 25. Region of the body commonly addressed in physical therapy, particularly focusing on spinal health and function through exercises and treatments like those in the McKenzie Method (4 letters)
  16. 28. Lower region of the spine addressed in physical therapy, often focusing on exercises and treatments to alleviate low back pain and improve mobility (6 letters)
  17. 30. Forward bending movement of the spine often employed in McKenzie Method exercises to alleviate certain types of back pain (7 letters)
  18. 33. Goal of physical therapy within the McKenzie Method, aiming to give patients control over their own pain management and rehabilitation (11 letters)