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Orthopedic Manual Therapy in Salisbury, MD

Joint mobilization, manipulation, and soft tissue work to restore mobility and relieve pain.

Manual and manipulative therapy is a hands-on approach to treating muscles, joints, and soft tissues. Our therapists use specific techniques and movements to restore mobility, relieve pain, and improve overall function.

Treatment may include joint mobilization, manipulation, soft tissue mobilization, muscle energy techniques, and manual stretching, personalized at every session to your needs and goals.

Manipulation applies controlled forces to restore optimal joint function. The benefits include increased joint range of motion, reduced pain and inflammation, and faster tissue healing.

Manual therapy is used for

  • Neck and back pain
  • Shoulder, hip, and knee pain
  • Joint stiffness and limited range of motion
  • Sports and overuse injuries
  • Recovery after orthopedic injury

Orthopedic Manual Therapy photos

  • Dr. Tanya Dickson assessing a patient’s hip and leg mobility
  • Hands-on manual therapy to a patient’s low back

Patient Stories

What Our Patients Say

Rated 5.0 stars on Google from 36+ patient reviews.

  • Google review

    “I came here to address back and hip pain from spending long hours at a desk. Tanya and her team have been incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in helping me feel better. The level of care and professionalism is outstanding, and I can’t recommend this place highly enough.”

    Carter Spicer
  • Google review

    “I am very grateful for Tanya. After feeling that things would not get better for my neck and shoulder, Tanya showed me the path to believing that there is a way to feeling good again. The amount of knowledge she has about the human body is second to none. She is persistent in finding the root cause of an issue and then designing a program to help you. Now, just with anything else, it is a partnership. If you do the things that she has recommended, you will see results. Bottom line is, Tanya is extremely good at what she does and I am extremely lucky to have her to help me through the tougher times. Do yourself a favor and make that appointment.”

    Chris Moyer
  • Google review

    “This was my first time to Dickson Physical Therapy. I found out that a disc in my neck is my problem. Tanya gave me treatment at the office and ways to do the same at home. I feel better already and will be returning and referring others her way in the future. She is extremely knowledgeable and patient. Thank you.”

    Chris Cuppett

FAQ

Orthopedic Manual Therapy FAQs

What makes your manual therapy different?

Dr. Dickson is board-certified in orthopedics (OCS) and a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists (FAAOMPT), one of the highest levels of training in hands-on care available to physical therapists.

Will I also get exercises?

Yes. Hands-on treatment opens a window of improved movement; targeted exercises help you keep it.

Ready to Feel Better?

Call either of our Salisbury locations or request an appointment online. We’ll help you check your insurance and find a time that works.

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