Movement Experts

We are Movement Experts."To be alive requires one to move... To thrive requires one to move with ease and free of pain. Our mission is to help you thrive." -Dr. Jordon Cavanagh, DPT.There are many reasons why you may be here but ultimately it likely comes down to difficulty of movement of some sort. Whether that be pain, injury or other mobility limitations. We help with all conditions and stive to provide nothing less than the best services & treatments to improve your movement. By training we are licensed physical therapists who have extensive experiences in rehabilitation, geriatric exercise, fitness and movement optimization. We are proud to offer services that are the most strongly backed by the science and literature. Pulling upon our years of expert clinical experiences and weaving in the research to provide the highest level of treatment services. As Experts in human movement, we will provide the most direct path to the treatment services that you need. We are confident we will lead you on the path to a more active, more independent and better feeling you.

As they say, "an ounce of prevention beats a pound of cure." If you are like most, you want to live many years of a pain free and active life. You want to stay engaged in actives that you enjoy. You want to remain independent and self sufficient. The truth is that we all are growing older and that age is not kind on the body. Neglecting to prepare the body and address the present issues, often results in ever increasing movement difficulty with each passing year. Scientific research over recent decades has spoken however, and it overwhelmingly proves that being proactive with your physical wellbeing and properly addressing issues with movement & exercise is the most powerful action you can take. We believe strongly in preventative services and in teaching Active Aging principles. Our clients come to us in their 50's, 60's, 70's, 80's and yes even 90's to address movement problems. Our goal is to not only treat pains, problems and limitations however... Our goal is to help you excel much beyond them.. To achieve a level of physical wellbeing that you have only dreamt of. To help you feel years younger than you actual are. Engaging in preventative therapy and active aging programs is the best investment you can make in your future self.

Much of what we do falls in the "fitness" realm. We develop, teach and instruct in fitness programs to improve physical wellbeing and health. We are Movement Experts however, who have an extensive background in physical rehabilitation, movement optimization and active aging. We can not only treat pain or problems that are current or dormant... But we teach programs that are aimed at prevention as well. We take the current "you" and prepare your body for the future "you" so that 5 years or 10 years from now, you can still feel like the best version of yourself. Furthermore, as licensed physical therapists, we understand all movement conditions and customize treatments for those with movement conditions... Balance trouble, falls, Parkinson's Disease, Rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, tendonitis, etc. We understand how to work with these conditions and provide customized programs to your exact needs.

By training we are licensed physical therapists with decades of experience amongst us and have experience treating in all settings. Our past experiences range from outpatient orthopedics to acute rehab facilities to intensive care units, providing a diverse range of skills to provide you with the exact care that you need. Much like "traditional" physical therapy, we aim to help you recover from pain, injury, surgery or disability. Unlike "traditional" physical therapy however, we don't stop there. We provide a full body, comprehensive approach to your recovery and wellbeing. We look at the how the knees & hips can impact the neck (Yes, everything is connected.) We look at how stretching impacts balance. We take a global view of your whole body and consider all systems that interact together. We strive to help you excel much beyond just "recovery." We believe in providing you with the knowledge, skills, tools and resources to thrive beyond recovery to a higher level of yourself. We believe in not just treating the "current" you but also looking to the "future" you. We take a proactive and preventative approach to help you excel for many years to come in the future. Our Active Aging and Preventative Therapy programs are woven into customized programs to prepare your body and help you continue to live at the high level of activity. We have clients in their 70's who say they still feel like their 50's. We believe, as Movement Experts, that you should have access to the best so that you can feel and function at your best.

As Movement Experts, we have experience treating nearly any movement related pain, injury, condition or disability and strive to provide the most efficacious, research backed treatments available. Pains & Injuries - We treat all musculoskeletal pain and injuries ranging from sprains/strains, fractures, tendinopathies, degenerative joint conditions, etc. We strongly believe in manual "hands-on" treatments which include various forms of assisted stretching, massage, trigger-point release, etc. We also offer StemWave - extracorporeal shockwave therapy which is highly effective in treating many musculoskeletal conditions. Pre & Post Surgical - With surgical cases we have extensive experience treating nearly any elective or non-elective procedure. Our extensive "hands-on" manual approach is different than what you will find in most facilities. Generally speaking, the initial weeks following a surgical procedure are heavily weighted to improving comfort and decreasing post-surgical pain and swelling. This approach greatly improves your ability to participate in other therapies and make great progress. We also offer Stem-Wave - extracorporeal shockwave therapy to stimulate pain relief and tissue healing. Rentals of the Game Ready cold compression units are available for home use to assist in pain and swelling post-operatively. Geriatric Rehab & Exercise - We provide excellent services to clients of all ages. With the aging process, many clients gradually notice changes occurring in the body including increased stiffness/ lacking flexibility, posture changes, difficulty walking, balance troubles, increased fatigue, strength deficits, and increased trouble performing daily tasks. We treat each client with a full body, comprehensive approach which takes a deep look into each system and structure to not only treat but also prevent the development or progression of these issues. Neurological Conditions - We have extensive experience working with clients with a broad range of neurological conditions including Parkinson's Disease, Stroke/ CVA, dementia, Neuropathy, etc. We have certifications in LSVT Big for Parkinson's Disease. Furthermore extensive experiences treating the wide variety of neurological conditions. Treatment programs are customized to each individual emphasizing our comprehensive approach.

Appointments are fully customized to each individual and their treatment needs. All services are one-on-one with undivided attention on providing the care that you need. Typical treatment times are 30-minutes for less complex conditions or those requiring shockwave therapy. The more common and generally recommended time is the 60-minute appointment for a more in-depth approach to treating your condition. Frequency of treatment is also fully customized and flexible to meet your scheduling and care needs. We have clients who require only occasional follow ups a few times per year, ranging to other clients who desire multiple treatments per week. During a personalized consultation we can better identify your individual treatment needs.

The Comprehensive Movement Assessment is a proprietary assessment tool that we developed to take a deep dive into your movement patterns and mechanics. This movement assessment identifies key areas that may prove to become greater problems down the road if not addressed. Think of it as the ultimate check-up for your body to keep you moving at your best for years to come. At the end of this assessment you are provided with a 10-page report that highlights the key movement patterns and provides insight into your rating for each category.

StemWave is a focused extracorporeal shockwave therapy device. Extracorporeal shockwave therapy is treatment modality which is experiencing increasing support from the literature as a highly effective treatment modality for a wide range of musculoskeletal pains and injuries. The technology generates powerful, focused "shockwaves" which are administered to the treatment tissues to stimulate natural & non-invasive healing and pain relief. "Shockwaves" are pressure waves, not to be confused with electrical impulses. The pressure waves can be felt during treatment however it is not painful and requires no down-time after treatments. Treatments take only 10-15 minutes per treatment area where the treatment zone typically receives 800-1,000 shockwave impulses. Treatments can be performed in all regions of the body to treat painful conditions of the joints, bone, tendon, ligaments & muscles. Please reach out to discuss if StemWave might be helpful for you.

We believe in providing the highest level of service with convenience and access to the best treatment methods in mind. We are proud to offer some of the greatest flexibility and treatment option access that you will find anywhere. We strive to meet you where needed and to accommodate your exact treatment needs to obtain results. We offer mobile in-home treatments for convenience and/or if you have difficulty making it out for appointments. We bring portable treatment equipment and provide our expert level care in the comfort and convenience of your home. We offer office based services our of our private treatment studio in North Scottsdale located at:7344 E. Deer Valley Rd, Ste # 105Scottsdale, AZ 85255Our office is designed to provide a private VIP experience where you can receive personalized one-on-one care with undivided attention. Our office provides access to top line equipment and treatment modalities to provide you with exceptional care and services. Many of our clients utilize a hybrid approach where some treatments will be provided on a mobile basis for convenience with some treatment also being performed at our office for access to a greater array of treatment options.

Have you received care before in a busy clinic with your care providers attention split between multiple patients? Have you been shoulder-to-shoulder with other patients in other gym spaces, wanting a little privacy in your care and treatments? Have you been cut off from treatments just when you started getting a little better because insurance said you were "good enough?"It is unfortunate, but care provided by insurance-based providers often results in a quality of care that is severely compromised and lacking. We believe in providing a different experience... One that holds us to the highest level to care and helps you achieve your personal physical wellness goals, no matter what they are. Although we are Movement Experts, trained as physical therapists, we strive to provide a level of service that far exceeds what "physical therapists" typically do. We are Movement Experts who understand the extreme complexities of human movement. We offer only the highest level of one-on-one care with hands on treatments. Services are provided in a private space with top-line equipment to provide you with the best treatment options available. We utilize treatments that bring results but that insurances fail to acknowledge or cover. Our clients believe in living the highest quality of life and understand the value of Aging Actively and Preventative Therapy services. We believe you should have access to all of the care that you need, when you need it and shouldn't be regulated by a 3rd party. Due to our desire to raise the bar and provide services of the highest level, all services are provided on a private pay basis and often fall outside the realm of what insurance covers. This is not "typical" physical therapy. Give us a visit or call to learn more.

Treatment costs vary based on each person's needs and goals. Some clients require only brief checkup, and tune ups a couple times per year while others elect for more intensive services with appointments multiple times per week. Please give us a call or schedule a personalized consultation to determine what your specific needs might be.