Auto Accident Injuries: Why Physical Therapy is the Best First Choice for Recovery By Dr. John Mishock, PT, DPT, DC Every year, more than 2 million Americans are injured in car accidents, often leading to chronic pain, lost work, and long-term disability if not treated appropriately. At Mishock Physical Therapy, we specialize [...]
Baseball Injury Prevention: Is In-season Shoulder and Elbow Exercise Important to Prevent Arm Injury in Overhead Throwing Athletes? By Dr. John Mishock, PT, DPT, DC Overhead athletes, such as baseball and softball players, place significant demands on their shoulders and elbows, making them susceptible to injuries. Understanding the biomechanics and implementing preventive strategies are […]
Are Spinal Changes in Young Rotational Athletes (baseball, golf, and tennis) Good or Bad? Experts Say It Depends By Dr. John Mishock, PT, DPT, DC Rotational sports like baseball, softball, lacrosse, and golf push young athletes to develop high-level strength and power in rotational patterns and place unique demands on their spines. Many [...]
Mishock Physical Therapy & Associates’ Celebrates 20 years of Excellence in Patient Care This year marks a significant milestone for Mishock Physical Therapy & Associates as we celebrate 20 years of serving our community with exceptional care and dedication. Since opening our first clinic in Gilbertsville in 2005, we have expanded to six locations across […]
The Importance of Early Physical Therapy After Total Knee Replacement: Improving Pain, Function and Reducing Costs By Dr. John Mishock, PT, DPT, DC Total knee replacement (TKR) is one of the most common and successful orthopedic surgeries in the United States, with over 800,000 procedures performed annually (American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons [AAOS], 2023). [...]
The Power of Direct Access Physical Therapy: Reducing Pain, Improving Function, and Saving Healthcare Dollars By Dr. John Mishock, PT, DPT, DC In today’s healthcare landscape, where costs continue to rise and patients struggle with long wait times for medical appointments, Direct Access Physical Therapy offers an effective and cost-efficient solution. At Mishock Physical [...]
The Relationship Between Baseball Velocity, Spin Rate, and Injury Risk: Prevention Through Training By Dr. John Mishock, PT, DPT, DC Baseball has evolved into a game of velocity and spin rate, with pitchers and hitters alike striving for maximum performance. However, as velocity and spin rates increase, so does the risk of [...]
How Physical Therapy Can Improve Your Quality of Life By Dr. John Mishock, PT, DPT, DC Low back pain is one of the most common reasons people seek medical treatment and is a leading cause of disability worldwide. For many, the pain can be debilitating, affecting their daily routines, work, and quality [...]
Baseball and Softball Arm Injuries: How do I return to throwing? By Dr. John Mishock, PT, DPT, DC The success of the baseball pitcher requires not only high-level ability but also durability and prevention of injury. The baseball throwing motion has been described as one of the most violent and stressful motions in all [...]
Throwing Program Guideline: Return from Injury By Dr. John Mishock, PT, DPT, DC 1. Proper warm-up is essential. Perform the dynamic warm-up prior to throwing. 2. Perform 5 throws and holds prior to each set of throws. 3. After each set of throws, rest 3- 5 min. Perform shoulder stretches [...]
