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Chronic Pain: Try Physical Therapy First and Where Class IV Laser Fits

jennaadmin | September 21, 2026

Chronic Pain: Try Physical Therapy First and Where Class IV Laser Fits By Dr. John Mishock, PT, DPT, DC Chronic pain can slowly change the way a person lives. The painful knee that once bothered you on stairs starts limiting your walks. The shoulder that hurt occasionally begins interfering with sleep. Back pain makes you [...]

Before the MRI, Injection, or Surgery: What Physical Therapy Can Do?

Dr. John Mishock, PT, DPT, DC | June 22, 2026

Before the MRI, Injection, or Surgery: What Physical Therapy Can Do? By Dr. John Mishock, PT, DPT, DC When pain shows up, many people immediately wonder if they need an MRI, an injection, medication, or even surgery. That reaction is understandable. Pain can be frustrating, scary, and disruptive. It can affect how you sleep, […]

Low Back Pain? Why Hands-On Care and Exercise Beat Pills and Procedures

Dr. John Mishock, PT, DPT, DC | November 26, 2025

Low Back Pain? Why Hands-On Care and Exercise Beat Pills and Procedures By Dr. John Mishock, PT, DPT, DC If you live long enough, your back will complain. Low back pain is now the most expensive health problem in the United States. In 2016, Americans spent an estimated $134.5 billion on low back and [...]

Effective Solutions for Low Back Pain

Dr. John Mishock, PT, DPT, DC | February 13, 2025

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 [...]

Try Physical Therapy First: Physical Therapy Reduces Health Care Cost and Improves Quality of Life

Dr. John Mishock, PT, DPT, DC | November 22, 2024

By Dr. John R. Mishock, PT, DPT, DC Try Physical Therapy First: Physical Therapy Reduces Health Care Cost and Improves Quality of Life By Dr. John R. Mishock Physical Therapy Reduces Health Care Cost The US has one of the highest healthcare costs in the world. The cost of health care is 17% of [...]

Early Referral to Physical Therapy for Low Back Pain Reduces Cost, and Improves Outcomes

Dr. John Mishock, PT, DPT, DC | July 19, 2024

Early Referral to Physical Therapy for Low Back Pain Reduces Cost, and Improves Outcomes By Dr. John Mishock, PT, DPT, DC Low back pain (LBP) is a common and costly medical condition associated with significant physical pain, impaired function, and loss of productivity. LBP is the leading cause of disability in the US exceeding [...]

Spinal Joint Manipulation: An evidence-based treatment to relieve pain and improve function

Dr. John Mishock, PT, DPT, DC | July 12, 2024

Try Physical Therapy First! – Seeing a Physical Therapist First for Musculoskeletal Pain Improves Outcomes and Saves Money

Dr. John Mishock, PT, DPT, DC | May 21, 2024

By Dr. John R. Mishock, PT, DPT, DC Why Should I See a Physical Therapist First Through Direct Access? Musculoskeletal disorders are injuries or disorders affecting the body's movement or the musculoskeletal system, secondary to pain or limited function. These disorders cost the health care system over 800 billion dollars and are the second [...]

Early Referral to Physical Therapy for Low Back Pain Reduces Cost, and Improves Outcomes

Dr. John Mishock, PT, DPT, DC | August 23, 2023

Try Physical Therapy First! – Direct Access Improves Outcomes and SAVES MONEY

Dr. John Mishock, PT, DPT, DC | July 26, 2022

By Dr. John R. Mishock, PT, DPT, DC Studies show that seeing a physical therapist first through direct access can: improve musculoskeletal pain faster; reduce or remove the need for some types of musculoskeletal surgery; reduce opioid use; improve patient satisfaction; reduce expensive medical testing; and help patients get needed treatment faster. (Physical Therapy, 2017) […]