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.

Strong, stable shoulders will enhance your ability to perform exercises safely and efficiently, reduce injury risk, and even improve your po

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.

Pain at rest is not something you should ignore or normalize. It’s a signal that your body needs attention...

MRIs have a significant drawback—they often reveal abnormalities that may not actually be causing any issues or symptoms.