Keith Physical Therapy

 Musculoskeletal Examination (MSE)

Created by Eric Browning, MPT, this examination is designed to give the individual specific information about their joints, muscles, movement, balance, walking patterns, spinal alignment, shoe wear, posture, and among other things, how work and recreational tasks affect their body.

Secondly, the examination allows for educated and objective prediction of where you are likely to develop pain in the future based on something called "predictive risk analysis". The major body areas are assessed during the examination and a conclusive prediction is created to identify your high risk areas.  We educate an individual in the appropriate types of exercise a person could engage in to lower these high risk areas.  This allows us to target specifically the most important musculoskeletal deficiencies you have.

Finally, the individual will leave the clinic with a detailed report showing them both in written and graphic form their current musculoskeletal status.  Repeat examinations are encouraged on a 6 month to yearly basis.

Components of the MSE

-  Objective measurements of strength and flexibility with graphic representation.

-  Head to toe examination of movement, posture, balance, gait, shoe wear,

   spinal alignment, movement patterns etc.

-  Predictive Risk Analysis identifying specific high risk areas where it is likely

   you will develop pain in the future.

-  Explanation and education regarding the results of the test.

-  Red flag screening to determine if there are non-musculoskeletal problems

   related to things like diabetes, heart disease etc. that would necessitate

   referral to the appropriate medical professional.

-  The examination requires one visit and takes about 75 minutes to complete.