Conditions treated in Greater Salt Lake City

Conditions Treated by Mindful Movement PT

If pain, injury, bone density concerns, or a confusing diagnosis has made movement feel uncertain, Mindful Movement PT gives you a clear place to start. Dr. Emily Warren provides one-on-one care in Holladay for complex back pain, neck pain, sciatica, osteoporosis, pelvic health concerns, sports injuries, and orthopedic rehab across Greater Salt Lake City.

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Emily’s reviews tend to highlight what patients notice in the room: she listens closely, explains what she is seeing, and gives them a home plan that matches their actual symptoms.

One-on-one evaluation

Your first visit is built around understanding your symptoms, movement patterns, goals, and what has or has not helped so far.

Clear clinical reasoning

Emily uses McKenzie Method assessment, dry needling when appropriate, strength testing, DEXA-informed loading, and practical movement coaching.

A plan you can trust

The goal is not a generic exercise sheet. It is a focused plan that helps you understand what to do, what to avoid, and how to progress.

Not sure which condition page fits?

That is common. Back pain can mimic hip pain, neck symptoms can contribute to headaches or jaw pain, and DEXA results can be hard to translate into safe exercise. If you are unsure where to begin, schedule the free 15-minute consult and talk through your case before booking a full evaluation.

Spine & Back Pain

Specialized spine care is a major focus at Mindful Movement PT, especially for people deciding between PT, injections, imaging, or surgery.

Back PainAcute, chronic, recurring, or hard-to-explain low back pain.SciaticaLeg pain, numbness, tingling, or nerve irritation.Herniated DiscConservative disc care guided by exam findings and symptom behavior.Bulging DiscMcKenzie-based assessment for disc-related pain patterns.Spinal StenosisWalking tolerance, nerve symptoms, and position-sensitive pain.ScoliosisStrength, mobility, posture, and pain management support.SpondylolisthesisSpinal stability, graded loading, and movement modification.Degenerative Disc DiseaseAge-related disc changes with a practical movement plan.SI Joint PainSacroiliac pain patterns, strength, and load tolerance.Non-Surgical Spine CareA conservative starting point before injections or surgery when appropriate.Upper Back PainThoracic stiffness, rib-related pain, and mid-back tension.Pinched NerveRadiculopathy, referred pain, and nerve-related symptoms.

Neck Pain & Headaches

Neck symptoms often involve the upper spine, jaw, posture, nerve sensitivity, or repeated movement patterns. The evaluation helps clarify what is driving your symptoms.

Neck PainDisc, joint, muscle, posture, or movement-related neck pain.HeadachesTension headaches, cervicogenic headaches, and neck-linked symptoms.TMJ / Jaw PainJaw pain, clenching, and neck-related TMJ patterns.TMJ-Cervical ConnectionHow the jaw, upper neck, and movement patterns interact.

Shoulder, Arm & Hand

Care is focused on restoring useful strength and range of motion while identifying the movement or loading pattern that keeps symptoms stirred up.

Shoulder PainImpingement, rotator cuff irritation, stiffness, or frozen shoulder.Rotator CuffTendinopathy, partial tears, strength, and return to activity.Frozen ShoulderAdhesive capsulitis, mobility progression, and pain control.Shoulder InstabilityDislocations, labral irritation, and stability training.Tennis / Golfer’s ElbowLateral or medial elbow pain with grip and loading strategies.Wrist & Hand PainCarpal tunnel, De Quervain’s, TFCC, and hand/wrist irritation.

Hip & Knee

Hip and knee rehab is tailored to walking, stairs, running, hiking, lifting, and the activities you need to trust again.

Hip PainArthritis, bursitis, tendinopathy, and movement-related hip pain.Hip Labral TearConservative care and post-surgical hip rehab.Piriformis SyndromeDeep gluteal pain and sciatic-like symptoms.Knee Pain & ACL RehabKnee injuries, ACL rehab, and post-surgical progressions.Knee OsteoarthritisStrength, mobility, and confidence with daily activity.Runner’s KneePatellofemoral pain for runners, hikers, and active adults.Jumper’s KneePatellar tendon pain and progressive loading.IT Band SyndromeLateral knee pain for runners, cyclists, and skiers.

Foot & Ankle

Foot and ankle treatment blends local strength, balance, mobility, and training-load changes so symptoms are not managed in isolation.

Plantar FasciitisHeel pain, foot strength, and return to walking or running.Achilles TendinopathyInsertional or mid-portion Achilles tendon pain.Ankle Sprain & InstabilityAcute sprains, chronic instability, and balance retraining.Shin SplintsMedial tibial stress symptoms and training-load guidance.

Bone Health & Osteoporosis

Emily helps women and active adults turn DEXA results into safer, progressive strength training designed to build capacity and reduce fracture risk.

Osteoporosis Physical TherapyDEXA-informed exercise, strength, balance, and fracture-risk reduction.Bone-Density ClassesSmall-group strength classes based on BoneFit and LIFTMOR clinical foundations.LIFTMOR ProtocolResearch-informed heavy lifting principles adapted to the individual.BoneFit ProgramOsteoporosis-safe movement principles and exercise selection.Bone Density ExercisesProgressive strength training for bone health and confidence.Exercises to AvoidSafer movement choices when fracture risk is a concern.DEXA Scan ResultsT-scores, Z-scores, and what your results mean for exercise.Fall PreventionBalance, power, and practical ways to reduce fall risk.Treatment Without MedicationExercise-based support alongside your medical care team.

Women’s Health & Pelvic Floor

Pelvic health and midlife care are approached with privacy, respect, and a whole-person view of strength, pressure, pain, and movement confidence.

Pelvic Floor PTIncontinence, pelvic pain, prolapse, and core coordination.Women’s Health PTMenopause, postpartum recovery, diastasis, and strength.Pregnancy Back PainPre- and postnatal back pain support.Menopause & Bone HealthStrength training and bone health through midlife and beyond.

Chronic Pain, Hypermobility & Active Lifestyle

For complex or recurring symptoms, the goal is to find a sustainable plan that respects sensitivity while rebuilding strength and confidence.

Fibromyalgia & Chronic PainPacing, graded activity, pain education, and movement confidence.Hypermobility & EDSStability-focused care for sensitive or unstable joints.Sports Injury PTReturn-to-sport planning for active adults and athletes.Running InjuriesGait, strength, training-load errors, and return to running.Movement ScreeningPractical screening for injury prevention and performance.Hiking & Back PainUtah-specific guidance for hiking with back pain.Skiing & Back PainPreparation and recovery for ski-season back pain.

Surgical Rehabilitation

If surgery is already scheduled or still being considered, PT can help clarify conservative options, prepare your body, and guide recovery afterward.

Pre-Hab & Post-Surgical RehabPreparation and recovery for spine, shoulder, hip, or knee surgery.Post-Surgical PTStep-by-step recovery after orthopedic procedures.Surgery vs PTA decision guide for people weighing surgical options.Avoiding Back SurgeryWhen conservative spine care may be worth exploring first.

Treatment Methods

Methods are chosen based on the exam, not added automatically. Emily combines clinical reasoning with the right tools for your case.

McKenzie Method (MDT)Mechanical assessment, directional preference, and centralization testing.Dry NeedlingUsed when clinically appropriate alongside movement testing and rehab.LIFTMOR-Informed StrengthProgressive loading principles for bone density and strength.BoneFit PrinciplesOsteoporosis-aware exercise selection, safety, and progression.

Don’t see your exact condition?

Many people come to Mindful Movement PT after symptoms have been labeled in several different ways. If your diagnosis is not listed, or if you are unsure whether physical therapy is the right next step, you can talk through your case with Dr. Emily before scheduling a full visit.

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