Conditions We Treat in Austin
At Move Empower Concierge Physical Therapy, we believe in empowering you to live life without physical limitations. Whether it’s the back pain that creeps in after long hours at your desk, or the stubborn shoulder ache that makes your workouts less effective, we bring expert physical therapy and manual therapy directly to your home or office — so you can get back to doing what you love, faster.
Our patients in Austin, TX are driven, busy professionals who prioritize their health. They understand that pain-free movement isn’t a luxury — it’s a necessity for the active, high-performing lifestyle they’ve worked so hard to create. This is why we offer personalized, one-on-one care that gets to the root cause of your pain and dysfunction. Below is a detailed list of the many conditions we successfully treat through physical therapy and hands-on manual therapy techniques. Please note this list is not comprehensive — it just includes the most common issues we see amongst our patients.
Musculoskeletal Pain and Injuries
Musculoskeletal injuries are among the most common reasons people seek physical therapy. These are typically caused by overuse, poor posture, trauma, or biomechanical imbalances.
1. Low Back Pain
One of the top reasons adults miss work or skip workouts. Whether it’s sciatica, disc herniation, lumbar strain, or chronic stiffness from sitting too long — we evaluate and treat the root issue, not just the symptoms.
2. Neck Pain and Stiffness
Caused by poor posture, prolonged screen time, or whiplash injuries; many people do not realize just how detrimental computers and phones are to your neck and back as you hold your head at weird angles to view screens for long periods of time. Manual therapy and corrective exercises can restore neck function and reduce recurring tension.
3. Shoulder Pain and Impingement
Often seen in swimmers, golfers, and weightlifters. Conditions include rotator cuff injuries, bursitis, frozen shoulder, and labral tears. Don’t worry, these can happen to anyone though, not just active adults.
4. Knee Pain
From runners’ knee and meniscus tears to arthritis and ligament sprains — we help restore mobility and reduce pain without injections or surgery.
5. Hip Pain
Hip impingement, labral tears, bursitis, and piriformis syndrome all respond well to targeted therapy techniques including joint mobilizations and stability training.
6. Elbow and Wrist Injuries
We treat tennis elbow, golfer’s elbow, carpal tunnel syndrome, De Quervain’s tenosynovitis, and repetitive stress injuries from typing or lifting.
7. Foot and Ankle Issues
Including plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendonitis, ankle sprains, shin splints, and post-surgical recovery. Foot dysfunction often leads to knee and hip issues, so we assess your body holistically.
Sports and Performance Injuries
You’re not the type to “just take it easy.” You want to get back to your game, whether that’s CrossFit, running, tennis, or weekend golf. We specialize in working with active adults to resolve:
8. Tendonitis/Tendinopathy
Such as patellar tendonitis, Achilles tendinopathy, or rotator cuff tendonitis. These overuse injuries often improve with eccentric loading and soft tissue mobilization.
9. Muscle Strains
Hamstrings, quads, calves, or back — acute muscle strains are treated with a combination of manual therapy and progressive loading to promote tissue healing [progressive loading essentially means increasing the difficulty of the exercise as time goes on].
10. Ligament Sprains
Especially common in ankles and knees. We help restore strength, stability, and prevent future injury. You might think you should just elevate and ice a sprain, but movement is just as important in the healing process.
11. Return-to-Sport Rehab
Post-injury or post-surgery, we help athletes safely return to training and competition with customized performance plans.
Post-Surgical Rehabilitation
Whether you’ve had a total joint replacement, ligament reconstruction, or a spinal procedure, expert rehab is critical for a full recovery.
12. Total Knee Replacement
Regain range of motion, strength, and walking confidence post-surgery.
13. Total Hip Replacement
We work on gait retraining, balance, and soft tissue mobilization to ensure optimal outcomes.
14. Rotator Cuff Repair
We progress you safely through the protective, mobility, and strengthening phases.
15. ACL Reconstruction
Customized protocols to regain quad control, stability, and dynamic movement.
16. Spinal Surgery (e.g. discectomy, fusion)
Therapy focused on posture retraining, core stabilization, and body mechanics to avoid re-injury.
No matter what type of surgery you have just gone through, it is important to remember that while your brain knows the surgery was a good thing, your body does not know the difference between surgery and a car accident. That is why physical therapy is so important in this process to help your body heal in a manner that teaches it that the surgery was a good thing.
Chronic Pain Conditions
Chronic pain can be debilitating, especially when it’s not well understood or managed with only medication. Our approach blends hands-on care with pain neuroscience education and movement strategies to empower you.
17. Fibromyalgia
Using gentle mobilizations, graded exposure to exercise, and education to reduce hypersensitivity.
18. Myofascial Pain Syndrome
We use soft tissue mobilization, trigger point release, and neuromuscular re-education.
19. Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
A sensitive and progressive condition we manage with desensitization, functional restoration, and careful manual therapy.
Postural and Movement Disorders
If you’re noticing nagging pain that gets worse the longer you sit or move incorrectly, your posture and movement habits may be to blame. With the rise of technology, we are seeing more of these disorders as people look at electronics for extended periods of time.
20. Forward Head Posture/Upper Crossed Syndrome
Manual therapy and targeted corrective exercises restore balance between weak and tight muscles.
21. Lower Crossed Syndrome
Common in people who sit for long hours and have hip and back pain due to core and glute weakness.
22. Poor Lifting or Exercise Form
We analyze movement patterns and train you to move more efficiently and pain-free.
Neurological and Balance Conditions
While our primary focus is orthopedic and sports rehab, we also treat neurological conditions when balance, coordination, and mobility are affected.
23. Post-Stroke Recovery (mild cases)
Helping with walking, balance, and use of affected limbs.
24. Balance Disorders and Fall Prevention
Vestibular dysfunction, age-related deconditioning, or fear of falling can all be addressed with targeted therapy.
25. Gait Abnormalities
Including drop foot, limping, or poor weight shifting patterns due to injury or chronic issues.
Pain and Injury in Active Adults and Aging Athletes
Our clients in Austin are active and aging gracefully — but that doesn’t mean they’re immune to the wear and tear that comes with high-level activity over time. No matter how careful you are with warm ups and cool downs, age will catch up with you eventually.
26. Degenerative Joint Conditions
Like osteoarthritis in the knee, hip, or spine. We work to reduce pain, improve mobility, and help you avoid or delay surgery.
27. Exercise-Related Pain
You love working out — but your workouts shouldn’t hurt. We help fix common problems such as:
- Pain after squats, lunges, or deadlifts
- Shoulder pain during pressing or pull-ups
- Back pain after rowing or kettlebell swings
- Painful running or jumping activities
28. Golf or Tennis Injuries
We specialize in helping athletes with rotational sports address issues like golfer’s elbow, back stiffness, or hip rotation limitations.
Additional Conditions Treated With Advanced Modalities
We use a combination of manual therapy, dry needling, corrective exercise, and cutting-edge technologies like Class IV Cold Laser Therapy to accelerate healing and recovery.
29. Lymphedema (mild to moderate)
Cold laser and manual lymphatic drainage can help reduce swelling and improve tissue health. Remember, movement is medicine that can help overcome many issues such as lymphedema.
30. Arthritis
Whether it’s in the fingers, knees, hips, or spine — manual therapy and exercise can dramatically improve pain and function. The pain may make you feel as though you are sidelined from your own life and should not move. However, physical therapy is here to show you a different way.
31. Scar Tissue Adhesions
Post-surgery or post-injury, scar tissue can limit movement. It can create a pulling sensation which can be very uncomfortable. We use hands-on techniques to improve mobility and reduce tightness.
32. Bursitis
Hip, shoulder, or knee bursitis is often resolved through manual therapy and offloading strategies. We have helped many patients specifically with hip bursitis which is often tied to tendinopathy.
Our Approach Is Hands-On, Expert Care Delivered to You
We understand that you’re busy. Whether you’re a parent shuttling kids to sports practices, a professional working long hours, or someone trying to squeeze in your workouts between meetings — our concierge model makes expert care more accessible than ever. No driving, no waiting rooms, and no cookie-cutter plans.
Every treatment session is one-on-one, focused on you. We bring the table, equipment, and expertise — so you can focus on getting back to life, without pain or limits.
Want to Know If We Can Help With Your Specific Condition?
If you’ve been frustrated by DIY attempts, conflicting advice from Dr. Google, or care that hasn’t worked — don’t give up. Schedule a free discovery call and let us show you exactly how we can help. Let’s get you back to doing what you love — stronger, faster, and pain-free.