Physical Therapy Methods
Every treatment plan at Mindful Movement PT starts with a mechanical assessment — finding the specific movements and loads your body responds to — and then matches the method to the finding, not the other way around. Dr. Emily Warren, PT, DPT is a credentialed McKenzie therapist and BoneFit-trained provider with 14+ years of experience. The methods below are the tools; the assessment decides which ones your case actually needs.
McKenzie Method (MDT) — our foundation
A structured, evidence-based assessment that classifies your back, neck, or sciatic pain by how it responds to repeated movement — then turns that finding into a specific self-treatment plan. It is the backbone of how we treat back pain, neck pain, and sciatica. Learn more: the McKenzie Method in Utah.
LIFTMOR-Based Bone Building (BoneFit™)
Progressive, supervised strength and impact training for osteoporosis and low bone density, modeled on the LIFTMOR research protocol — the approach with the strongest evidence for building bone safely. Available one-on-one or in small-group Bone Builder classes. Learn more: osteoporosis physical therapy and the LIFTMOR protocol.
Dry Needling
A targeted adjunct for stubborn muscle and trigger-point pain — back and sciatic pain, pelvic floor tension, neck and jaw. We use it to open a window for movement to do the lasting work, not as a standalone fix. Learn more: dry needling in Salt Lake City.
Manual Therapy & Yoga-Informed Movement
Hands-on joint mobilization and soft-tissue work where the assessment indicates it, plus graded, yoga-informed movement retraining so improvements hold up in real life.
Who Provides These Methods
Every method on this page is delivered one-on-one by Dr. Emily Warren, PT, DPT — a credentialed McKenzie therapist with 14+ years of clinical experience. You work with her directly for the full session, every session: no aides, no technicians, no hand-offs.
Where We Apply These Methods
These assessment and treatment methods drive our condition-specific care across Greater Salt Lake City:
- Back pain physical therapy in Salt Lake City
- Sciatica treatment
- Herniated disc treatment
- Neck pain treatment
- Spinal stenosis treatment
- Osteoporosis & bone density physical therapy and Bone Builder classes
Visit Details: Pricing, In-Person & Virtual Care
- Initial evaluation — 90 minutes, one-on-one with Dr. Warren: $200
- Follow-up sessions: $200 (60 minutes) or $100 (30 minutes)
- Cash-pay practice: no insurance visit limits or referral requirements. A superbill is provided for out-of-network reimbursement.
- In person or virtual: visit the Holladay clinic (4890 Highland Dr) serving Greater Salt Lake City, or book a secure virtual session from anywhere in Utah — same assessment, same clinician.
- Same-week availability is typical. Call or text (385) 332-4939 for a free 15-minute phone consultation.
Why Choose Mindful Movement PT in Salt Lake City?
At Mindful Movement PT, Dr. Emily Warren is dedicated to providing compassionate, personalized care. She combines the proven strategies of the McKenzie Method with a holistic, mindful approach to rehabilitation. Her goal is to help you not only heal but also thrive, giving you the tools to live pain-free and confident in your movement.
What to Expect During Your Assessment
Your first visit will include a detailed assessment where we observe your movement patterns and identify the exercises that best target your pain. You’ll leave with a customized treatment plan, including simple movements you can do at home to speed up your recovery. We’re here to support you every step of the way, helping you build strength, flexibility, and resilience.
Get Started with Physical Therapy Today
Ready to find lasting relief from back or neck pain? Contact Mindful Movement PT in Salt Lake City today to schedule your evaluation. Let’s work together to help you move better, feel stronger, and live pain-free.
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Phone Number
(385) 332-4939