River Oaks Physical Therapy & Wellness

River Oaks Physical Therapy & Wellness Our treatment is effective very quickly, often within 2-3 visits. We will teach you what to do to con Teresa A.

Atkinson is a practicing physical therapist with 40 years of experience in the evaluation and treatment of neck and back pain due to both mechanical spinal dysfunction, trauma and post-surgical cases. She is a McKenzie-certified practitioner, skilled in conducting mechanical evaluation of the spine and proximal joints (shoulders, knee and hips) and determining the optimal treatment strategy for ea

ch patient. In the 90’s, she took the McKenzie Institute Mechanical spinal curriculum and passed her certification in mechanical diagnosis and therapy in 1998. In October 1999, she was approved as a Clinical Level III therapist, the highest level of clinical expertise recognized at present at TIRR Rehabilitation Centers (where she ran the spinal clinic from 1996-2001). Since June 2001, she has returned to private practice. She continues to focus exclusively on spinal pain disorders. She is a member of APTA, APTA Orthopedic section, TPTA, American Back Society, McKenzie Institute, USA, and other professional organizations. From mechanical evaluations, to clinical treatments, to information on effective at-home self treatments, rest assured that your pain stops here.

Therapy Thursday ThoughtsThe body tolerates many postures well, and changing positions regularly is healthier than tryin...
04/23/2026

Therapy Thursday Thoughts

The body tolerates many postures well, and changing positions regularly is healthier than trying to maintain one “perfect” posture. A physical therapist can help guide you.
Source: Clinical commentary, Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy (O’Sullivan et al., 2019).

Why It Works WednesdayYour physical therapist may help you practice controlled movements to rebuild confidence during da...
04/22/2026

Why It Works Wednesday

Your physical therapist may help you practice controlled movements to rebuild confidence during daily or sport-related tasks.
✅ Tip: Control matters more than speed early on.

04/21/2026

If you train regularly or you are currently undergoing rehabilitation, you may have wondered whether a daily multivitamin could improve your energy, support recovery, or help you perform better.

Fun Fact FridayConsult our clinic to learn safe movement patterns for sports.
04/17/2026

Fun Fact Friday

Consult our clinic to learn safe movement patterns for sports.

Therapy Thursday ThoughtsLarge studies show no strong link between specific postures and back pain, suggesting movement ...
04/16/2026

Therapy Thursday Thoughts

Large studies show no strong link between specific postures and back pain, suggesting movement variety matters more than holding one position. A physical therapist can help guide you.
Source: Systematic review, British Journal of Sports Medicine (Nolan et al., 2020).

Why It Works WednesdayYour physical therapist may include balance exercises when pain, weakness, or injury affects stabi...
04/15/2026

Why It Works Wednesday

Your physical therapist may include balance exercises when pain, weakness, or injury affects stability. Exercises are adjusted to match comfort and ability.
✅ Tip: Balance work starts simple and progresses slowly.

04/14/2026

Hip pain can often lead to mixed messages. Some advice encourages complete rest, while other sources suggest pushing through discomfort at all costs.

Fun Fact FridayContact us now if you want better coordination and safer movement.
04/10/2026

Fun Fact Friday

Contact us now if you want better coordination and safer movement.

Therapy Thursday ThoughtsFlare-ups commonly reflect short-term increases in sensitivity rather than new injury, especial...
04/09/2026

Therapy Thursday Thoughts

Flare-ups commonly reflect short-term increases in sensitivity rather than new injury, especially when strength and movement are improving. A physical therapist can help guide you.
Source: Clinical review, BMJ (Hartvigsen et al., 2018).

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2900 Weslayan Street #140
Houston, TX
77027

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Monday 7am - 6pm
Tuesday 7am - 6pm
Wednesday 7am - 6pm
Thursday 7am - 6pm
Friday 7am - 6pm

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+12819409423

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We Help People From All Walks Of Life Especially Age 40+ To Get Back To Pain Free Activities As Soon As Possible Without Relying On Pain Medications, Injections or Surgery.

Welcome to River Oaks Physical Therapy, where, our one and only goal is, getting you back to pain free activities quickly and efficiently. Thanks to our evidence-based treatment approach, our average patient visit amount is 4-6 times versus the national average of 18. We empower our patients with the knowledge and skills to self-manage, alleviate pain, and restore function. Patients experience the difference in treatment with our various modality stations.

River Oaks Physical Therapy is a credentialed McKenzie clinic, one of the handful clinics in the Houston area. Using the scientifically-proven McKenzie method of treatment means that the patients spend days rather than months in therapy and, in most cases, avoid further testing, imaging, and often unnecessary invasive procedures.