It’s easy to assume that shoulder or upper back pain comes from overuse, poor posture, or muscle strain in those specific areas—but sometimes, the source lies higher up, in your cervical spine (neck). This is why a thorough assessment of your neck is critical when evaluating shoulder and upper back pain.

At The Impact Initiative - Woodstock Physical Therapy, we don’t rely on dry needling as a one-size-fits-all solution. We use it strategically—when your system needs a reset, when you’re hitting a wall in your training, or when you’ve plateaued in your movement quality. And then we train your body to keep the change. Because pain-free movement is great—but pain-free performance is what we’re after.

Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) disorders can cause significant pain and discomfort, affecting your ability to eat, speak, and live comfortabl

Here are some targeted tips to help you manage and alleviate headaches effectively.

Physical therapy offers numerous benefits for those suffering from neck pain and headaches.