Your Neighbor Physical Therapy

05/06/2026

On Monday, we had a new patient who looked like Matthew McConaughey, who also happens to be my celebrity crush. So I was excited… until he told me he had been suffering from hip pain for the past 30 years and had seen 86 different providers with no good results.

That means I’m the 87th provider he’s seeing, and the chances of me helping him feel better are essentially 1 in 87.

So I proceeded with treatment, and toward the end of the session, he told me he liked my approach and that it felt different from what he had experienced before. I’ll take that as a win. Despite having seen 86 providers before me, I was able to offer something “different.”

And the best part? He’s coming back for more physical therapy.

If you’ve been dealing with a chronic joint problem and want to try something different, reach out to us. We’d be happy to help.

-Jack

04/27/2026

We're honored that we've been nominated again for Best Physical Therapist in the 2026 Best of Dayton. The voting started last week, and you can vote daily until May 15th. We will be so grateful for your daily vote. Here is the link: https://www.daytondailynews.com/local/best-of-dayton/best-of-dayton-2026-voting-is-open-cast-your-votes-here/article_93a46b7a-febb-4ac4-96ca-c440e90b8db7.html

Category: Health & Medical >> Best Physical Therapist >> Your Neighbor Physical Therapy

The Best of Dayton nominations are in, and the ballot is open for voting.

02/17/2026

“Does Cracking Your Knuckles Cause Arthritis?”

Many patients have asked me this question: “I crack my knuckles all the time, is that bad?” The answer is no. This is based on Dr. Donald L. Unger’s self-experiment. He cracked the knuckles on one hand every day for about 50 years and never cracked the other hand. After decades, he found no difference in arthritis or joint damage. He even won the Ig Nobel Prize in Medicine in 2009 for this study. He certainly deserves a medal for his persistence! (Seriously who does that?)

I do have a different opinion for people who crack their necks frequently. Maybe we can talk about that next time.

01/22/2026

"Pain in the butt"

Sciatica is a medical term that literally feels like a pain in the butt. There are many treatments out there, but in my opinion, one of the best treatments is dry needling. I often use a five-inch needle directed toward the center of the buttock. If you can get past the idea of it, it is actually not very painful, and the pain relief patients feel afterward is well worth it.

Sciatica can be very stubborn and linger for a long time, but with dry needling, patients can often see immediate relief of their symptoms.

My children even know about sciatica because it is actually their Disney username login.

01/08/2026

"Important neck pain prevention tips everyone should follow"

Taking care of neck pain can be very costly: regular massages, physical therapy, chiropractic care, and doctor’s visits all add up. In some cases, imaging, cortisone injections, or even surgery may be needed. Even with good health insurance, there are still copays and deductibles to consider.

Forward head posture is detrimental to your neck health, and I’m here to share some budget-friendly tips to help you avoid it.

1. Maintain good neck posture:
Your head should face forward with your chin above your chest and your shoulders rolled back.

2. Optimize your desk ergonomics:
There is a strong correlation between desk work and neck pain. Make sure your workstation is set up so you can get through your 8-hour workday without aches and pains.

3. Take regular breaks:
Take a quick 10-second break every 20 minutes or so. When we get focused at work, we tend to drift into poor posture without realizing it. Poor posture doesn’t last five minutes. It usually lasts for hours

If you follow these three principles, you can greatly reduce your neck pain. Without them, even frequent treatment is unlikely to give lasting results.

Remember, sometimes the best way to get out of pain doesn’t cost anything.

01/02/2026

Kicking off the first day of the new year with the newest addition to the clinic.

12/04/2025

Is it Christmas yet?

11/19/2025

Have you gotten your chicken dinner yet? We’ve mailed out over 200 coupons this Thanksgiving season! If you didn’t receive one and would like one, just stop by and grab yours.

It’s not “$10 off when you spend $20.”
It’s not “buy one, get one free.”
It’s not a gimmick.

You can truly walk out of Dots Market on Alex Bell Rd with a chicken dinner without paying a dime!

Why? Because I’m grateful for you, and I want to give you something tangible, something you can actually feel and enjoy. And what’s better than a hot, broasted chicken meal during this cold, frigid weather?

See you soon. Dinner’s on me!

-Jack

10/27/2025

"Fear of falling"

The two biggest indicators of fall risk are, number one, the fear of falling, and number two, a history of falling. At Your Neighbor Physical Therapy, we offer a specialized program designed to strengthen your lower body and improve your balance. We also use various devices to enhance your reaction time, helping our patients regain confidence when they’re out and about.

Ask your friends, family members, or parents if they have a fear of falling. If the answer is “yes,” it likely means they’ve fallen before. And statistically speaking, their risk of falling again within the next six months is high.

Talk to us and find out how we can help. There’s a lot you can do before you get hurt.

10/21/2025

"Unlock your peak performance"

We help athletes move better and perform better.

If you’re an athlete, have you ever thought about how much your movement pattern affects your performance? Small changes can make a big difference. For example, by simply correcting movement patterns, a novice weightlifter can often improve their personal record by 10-15% in just one session.

For runners, we use an iPad app to record and analyze your running form. You’ll see detailed data and visual feedback right away. Recently, we worked with an avid runner who had been experiencing hip pain. After correcting his running form, he was able to run pain-free again, a huge progress for someone so passionate about running.

We’ve also helped golfers and bowlers improve their performance through movement analysis.

If you want to take your performance to the next level, come see us. You’ll be glad you did.