Life’s journey has its ups and downs—sometimes literally. Whether you’re recovering from an injury, managing chronic pain, or simply wanting to improve your physical performance, the path to wellness can feel like scaling a mountain. At MKE Physical Therapy, we understand this journey and follow a proven 3-step process to help you not just recover, but reach new heights.
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The Mountain Ahead
Picture your wellness journey as climbing a mountain. At the base, you might be experiencing pain and limitation—unable to do the activities you love. Maybe it’s that nagging shoulder pain when you reach for something on a high shelf, the back discomfort that flares up during your morning commute, or the knee issue that’s keeping you from enjoying your daily run.
Many people resign themselves to living at this lower elevation, believing that pain is simply part of getting older or that they’ll have to give up activities they love. At MKE Physical Therapy, we see a different future for you—one where you’re standing triumphantly at the summit, achieving even more than you could before.
The MKE Physical Therapy 3-Step Process
Our approach to physical therapy isn’t about quick fixes or temporary relief. Instead, we’ve developed a comprehensive 3-step process that addresses not just your symptoms, but the root causes of your pain and builds lasting resilience to prevent future issues. Let’s break down this journey to the summit:
STEP 1: RECOVER — Manage or Eliminate Pain
The first step of your journey focuses on immediate relief. When you’re in pain, it’s hard to think about anything else. During this phase, we work to identify and address your pain points using evidence-based techniques including:
- Specialized manual therapy that targets specific areas of discomfort
- Functional dry needling for immediate relief of muscle tension and pain
- Personalized exercises designed to reduce inflammation and discomfort
Unlike traditional physical therapy settings where you might get just 15-30 minutes of face time with your therapist, MKE Physical Therapy’s direct care model means you get 60+ minutes of one-on-one attention. This allows us to thoroughly address your pain and begin building the foundation for lasting recovery.
“Pain is often multi-factorial, meaning that many causes along the kinetic chain can be contributing factors,” as I often explain to my patients. “Like solving a puzzle, every piece matters.”
STEP 2: REBUILD — Address the Root Cause
Once your pain is under control, the real work begins. This phase is about addressing why you developed pain in the first place. Many traditional healthcare models stop at pain management, but at MKE Physical Therapy, this is just the beginning.
During the Rebuild phase, we:
- Evaluate your movement patterns to identify inefficiencies and imbalances
- Strengthen weak or underperforming muscles that may be contributing to your condition
- Improve mobility in restricted areas of your body
- Retrain proper posture and mechanics for daily activities
The kinetic chain is the basis of all human movement. As one segment of the chain moves, it affects the mobility of other segments. This explains why pain in a particular joint may have a root cause in a seemingly unrelated area of the body.
This holistic approach means you’re not just patching a problem—you’re rebuilding a stronger foundation.
STEP 3: REDEFINE — Build Resilience and Prevent Future Issues
The final step is where we truly differ from traditional care models. It’s not enough to recover from injury or manage pain—we want to help you redefine what’s possible.
In this phase, you’ll:
- Develop personalized strategies to prevent re-injury
- Build strength and resilience beyond your previous capabilities
- Learn how to maintain optimal movement patterns for life
- Set and achieve new performance goals
This is where you reach the summit of Mt. Do More—not just returning to your previous level of function, but surpassing it to reach new heights. Whether that means running your first 5K, playing with your grandchildren without pain, or simply enjoying daily activities with confidence and ease, this step is about expanding your horizons.
The Direct PT Difference
What makes this 3-step journey possible is MKE Physical Therapy’s direct care model. By eliminating insurance companies from the equation, we can provide:
- Longer sessions (60+ minutes versus the typical 30-45 minutes at traditional clinics)
- More personalized care focused entirely on your needs
- No arbitrary visit limits or treatment restrictions
- Often lower total costs than traditional insurance-based care
We believe the traditional insurance model results in inflated costs, inferior care, and overworked practitioners. Direct PT can save you a significant amount of money while providing you with direct access to the quality care you require.
In fact, a typical course of 6-10 treatments at MKE Physical Therapy costs between $1,170 and $1,750, compared to approximately $7,514 for traditional insurance-based PT. Better care at a better value means you can focus entirely on your journey to the summit.
Real Success Stories
The proof of our approach is in the experiences of our patients:
“Dr. Rebecca Nault helped me get my life back. She is incredibly knowledgeable, passionate, caring, and authentic.” – KH
“This is the best thing I did for myself in a while. Why did I wait so long? Rebecca is fantastic and I got an education as well as pain relief.” – BC
“I had a great experience working with Rebecca. She got me back to being active and doing the things I love without pain.” – CS
Ready to Begin Your Climb?
Your journey to the summit of Mt. Do More begins with a single step. Whether you’re currently struggling with pain, recovering from surgery, or looking to improve your physical performance, we are ready to guide you every step of the way.
With 15+ years of experience, specialized training in manual therapy and functional dry needling, and a passionate commitment to personalized care, we offer the expertise and support you need to not just recover, but thrive.
Don’t settle for living at the base of the mountain. Schedule your evaluation today and start your journey to new heights.
