At Peak & Valley Chiropractic in Scottsdale, AZ, we integrate targeted, research-supported rehabilitation strategies into your chiropractic treatment to help you recover from injury, improve movement quality, and reduce the risk of future musculoskeletal problems. These exercise-based methods are combined with manual therapy to address the underlying mechanical and functional contributors to pain.
Why Chiropractors Are Qualified for Advanced Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation
Doctors of Chiropractic receive extensive education in anatomy, biomechanics, orthopedics, and manual therapy. In addition to spinal care, chiropractors are trained to evaluate and treat injuries involving the extremities, muscles, tendons, ligaments, and joints. This comprehensive training — combined with ongoing post-graduate education in movement-based therapies — uniquely qualifies chiropractors to incorporate advanced, evidence-based rehabilitation techniques into patient care.
Our approach blends manual assessment, therapeutic exercises, and movement retraining within your treatment sessions to support recovery and long-term function.
Rehabilitation Techniques
We Incorporate Into Treatment
McKenzie Method (MDT)
Mechanical Diagnosis & Therapy
A systematic, evidence-based approach for assessing and treating spinal and extremity pain. MDT uses repeated movements and sustained positions to identify mechanical patterns, reduce pain, and restore function — often empowering patients to manage their symptoms independently.
Clinical Neurodynamics
(Neuromobilization)
A manual therapy and exercise method designed to assess and improve the mobility of peripheral nerves. Particularly useful for conditions involving nerve-related pain, such as sciatica or carpal tunnel syndrome, neuromobilization aims to restore normal nerve movement and reduce sensitivity.
Corrective
Exercises
We blend Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization (DNS) with Functional Range Conditioning (FRC) to address faulty movement patterns, improve joint mobility, and build stability.
DNS: Focuses on optimal movement patterns based on developmental kinesiology principles.
FRC: Improves joint mobility and control through end-range training, enhancing both resilience and performance.
What to Expect When Rehab Is Integrated Into Care
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Assessment: We review your history, perform orthopedic testing, and analyze movement patterns.
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Diagnosis & Plan: We outline your treatment approach, including which rehabilitation methods will be incorporated.
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Treatment: May include manual therapy, neuromobilization, or guided exercise work.
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Home Recommendations: You mostly likely will be given specific exercises to support progress between visits.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why Choose Peak & Valley Chiropractic?
• Evidence-Based Treatment: Every technique we use is supported by current research and clinical guidelines.
• Individualized Treatment: We integrate rehabilitation methods based on your condition, movement limitations, and activity goals.
• Combined Manual & Exercise-Based Therapy: We address joint motion, tissue health, and movement quality in the same session.
• Clear Communication: You’ll understand why each technique is chosen and how it supports your progress.
• Active Recovery Focus: We help you build the tools and movement habits to reduce recurrence of symptoms.
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" Lisa is the best! I have been seeing her to treat some chronic back and neck pain I deal with from working extensive hours at a desk and I always leave feeling refreshed.
She gives me tips to help manage the pain and stretch for in between sessions that are easy to do, while educating me on what causes the pain and how to relieve it. She’s always informative and never pushy. I always feel safe when she does the corrections! I was terrified of getting my neck cracked and I’m so glad I let her do it because it’s relieved so much pain and headaches I used to get. "
Justin V.