Case Studies

“I can play my saxophone as much as I want and go through day-to-day activities with little to no jaw pain.”

I had constant neck pain and extremely limited range of motion in my neck before starting PT.  The pain is now gone and my range of motion is greatly increased.  The results are more than I was expecting.

My range of motion has improved drastically and my fear of movement is completely gone!  I now look forward to continued improvement instead of being scared…The whole staff is very welcoming and my experience was always met with reassurance – I felt calm and in good hands!

I have wider range of motion with little to no pain.” She had cancelled a follow-up visit with an oral surgeon as she felt she was managing well on her own and would not need further intervention.

The patient was discharged from physical therapy after reporting 90% improvement since start. She states her pain is gone but she does have occasional tingling in her upper back and arm that does not limit her day to day function.

I am able to open my mouth without pain or fear of tightness and popping.

When I came for the first visit I was totally discouraged. I thought I would never get full mobility of my knee. After a couple visits my hope was completely restored.

The fact that I can actually move and be involved in everything I do is so amazing.  (At Full Potential) They keep your mind clear and let you be emotionally OK…

Fewer episodes of severe pain + numbness/tingling.  In last 3 weeks – no episodes (of numbness/tingling)…Sleeping without as many wakeups because of pain.

Pain in the L shoulder is now almost a distant memory.  I have better range of motion and can slip my arm in to a jacket sleeve without pain! No matter how busy the office/gym/clinic was, I never felt rushed through an appointment.

I wasn’t sure this was going to work for how bad my pain was- but I was proven wrong and I’m doing great.

I am once again able to do all the day to day ‘normal’ life activities again.  I especially love being able to pick up my little guy.

Much improvement.  Able to walk without looking like a clown. Physical therapy allowed me to live a more meaningful life as my mobility has improved a lot! (Physical therapy was) …personable, adaptable to my interests and goals. Very kind. Also, very timely and considerate.

I now can do pushes/pulls correctly to have an impact on my osteopenia…(with) your physical therapist’s knowledge and plan of action to help my condition, I am able to continue on my own.

My hips and legs are stronger. My balance has improved so much…Very friendly and kind staff.  There is a level of professionalism I haven’t seen before at PT.  The staff treated me with respect and worked very well with my limitations.

When I first started physical therapy I had constant lower back pain and shooting pain that ran down my leg.  Upon completion of treatment I have more range of motion and can manage my discomfort throughout the day…I was very impressed with the level of care the therapists were able to provide!

came to you and your team close to not walking and left getting back to life and into my normal routines.  We have since had our little one, who is now 9 months old and I am grateful every day that I am able to play with her and pick her up without severe back pain.  I have also been working out with pretty much no issues and I am moving like it was back 10+ years ago. It feels great!

I feel like I understand the problem with my back so much better than I did before starting PT. I didn’t know what to expect, but Luke helped me to discover that I am stronger and more flexible than I ever thought and that with the tools I’ve gathered at Full potential, I have the ability to improve my mobility and decrease my pain for myself (hopefully for the rest of my life).

Full Potential has excellent therapists who care and progress at a steady pace. They have excellent equipment to facilitate healing and build strength. All of the staff was kind and supportive. Thank you!

I am able to do normal activities with little or no pain! I can get through a full work day without being exhausted by pain!

Really started to think I would be in constant pain. So pleased with the results…Gave me the tools to put an end to 7 years of pain that I had endured thinking there was nothing that could be done. Thank you!

I am pain free now, without medication!  I have knowledge of the body and how every move effects each area.  I appreciate the friendliness, thoughtfulness, and concern…I could not be more pleased on how well I was treated as well as my results!

I went from severe, almost daily headaches that kept me from anything to having almost no headaches at all and feeling more clear and awake than I have for years. The difference is amazing and I don’t have to schedule my life around headaches now!

The best change has been my headaches going away because of the tools I learned to use from therapy.  Clinic was always friendly and helpful.  I felt that my problem was taken seriously and I felt that people cared about me and helping me.

My body has learned that it can respond well to stretching, exercise, and breathing in a helpful way.  I can’t thank my therapists enough for teaching me everything I needed to know!

– My mental picture of what was possible has changed. 2 – I have very little ROM and now move as freely as my body will allow. 3 – I am not spending all my time thinking about how much pain I have, but rather on what I am going to do with my life today!

Pain in the L shoulder is now almost a distant memory.  I have better range of motion and can slip my arm in to a jacket sleeve without pain! No matter how busy the office/gym/clinic was, I never felt rushed through an appointment.

When I first came in I could barely use my left shoulder.  I was in constant pain. Now I am pain free and have full mobility…Very organized clinic.  Physical therapists were always on time and efficient.  All staff are quite warm and friendly.

Great communication of what they are doing and the benefits.  Cozy environment that lends itself to healing in a comfortable place…I have learned to increase my mobility in moving my neck with less pain.

I think all the faculty does a great job at explaining what they expect of their patients.  They are also very welcoming and understanding of the pain that I feel.  They don’t ever push me to an extremely painful point, but I do feel like I’m being pushed every time I come.

“With Luke’s help, I’ve learned a lot for how to help avoiding getting pain…the clinic was upbeat – friendly – a nice atmosphere…Luke did a good job to help me. He was someone I could talk to. He listened to me and did a great job.”

“I am able to eat and do everyday activities like brushing teeth, flossing, etc., normally and without pain or locking.  My headaches have also been reduced…Very nice staff (at Full Potential). Easy scheduling and good communication. Welcoming to patients. Really good at listening to concerns and giving detailed explanations.”

“My jaw doesn’t hurt nearly as badly as it had and I am much more aware of my posture and foods/activities that impact my jaw. I am no longer experiencing daily headaches!”

“I wasn’t sure this was going to work for how bad my pain was- but I was proven wrong and I’m doing great.”

Patient was discharged from physical therapy due to reports of 80% improvement since the start of therapy and no longer experiencing any pain in the right  knee. She is able to perform her daily tasks without any difficulty. She is able to walk longer distances and has been challenging herself to utilize stairs more. She signed up for Evergreen Commons to begin a regular physical activity regime which was one of her goals at the start of therapy. She was educated on the use of her home exercise program to maintain gains in strength and range of motion. 

The patient was discharged from physical therapy due to reports of 100% improvement since the start of therapy. He no longer is having any pain in the right  knee and is able to perform his daily tasks without any difficulty. He was educated on the use of his home exercise program to maintain gains in strength and range of motion as well as manage any future flare ups in the right knee. 

Patient was discharged from physical therapy due to no longer experiencing pain in the right hamstring and feeling confident with his home exercise program. He reports being pain-free with all daily activities. Functional report demonstrates significant improvement (28/80 to 77/80) with tolerance to daily activities including heavy and light house chores, lifting, bending, squatting, bed mobility, and dressing. 

“I was mistreated from other clinics and lost all hope in PT. It took a lot of time to decide to go (to physical therapy) and I’m so glad I did….night and day difference from my last PT.  I don’t think anything could have been a better experience.  From the bottom of my heart (and healing sciatic nerve) THANK YOU!”

“I’ve gone from pain almost all the time to intermittent.  I now have the tools to address my pain and feel in control and able to live less restricted… (physical therapists were) great in diagnosing the issue and quickly putting me on a recovery path. Highly recommend!”

“Thank you both for your helping me figure this out.  Without going to see you I would have never known to explore my options further.”

The patient was discharged from physical therapy with increased pain free trunk ROM to WFL, no low back pain during his normal daily activities including his work which requires frequent lifting/bending/reaching tasks.  In his course of PT he even experienced one brief flare-up, but through his provided exercises and education he was able to get through it without missing any work time. 

“I had been suffering with back and hip pain for so long I could not even remember what it felt like to not have pain. I had tried numerous treatments. Then I found Dr. Luke and Full Potential. I have been pain free for months. Thank you for giving me my life back.”

Full Potential is highly trained in the treatment of BPPV. It can be treated with repositioning maneuvers that help guide the inner ear crystal back into the correct position. Usually, there is a noticeable difference right away and resolution within just a few treatments!

“I have had a long-standing gait issue with my right leg which had gotten so bad that I couldn’t walk 2 blocks without pain. After working with Luke for several months, I have seen great improvement. I am able to walk much longer distances without pain.  Luke’s therapy plan helped me make good progress toward my goal of walking 1.5-2 miles without pain. Also, my core and lower body strength has improved significantly. As a result, my posture and my balance are better. Before working with Luke, I had never had a physical therapist that I was reluctant to say goodbye to.  He was encouraging and supportive, helping me to find that sweet spot of progress without lots of pain. Last but not least, everyone on staff is competent, kind, and helpful.”

In the state of Michigan, physical therapists are allowed to see and treat patients through direct access (meaning no formal physician prescription is required) for a period of 21 days or 10 visits, whichever comes first. A thorough physical evaluation is performed and if there are any contraindications to initiating care, they are referred to seek out more formal medical evaluation. Should care be needed beyond 10 visits or 21 days, physician authorization is required.

“I am able to eat and do everyday activities like brushing teeth, flossing, etc., normally and without pain or locking.  My headaches have also been reduced…Very nice staff (at Full Potential). Easy scheduling and good communication. Welcoming to patients. Really good at listening to concerns and giving detailed explanations.”

“When I started PT, I was unable to lift and utilize my left arm because of a shoulder injury. I was constantly in pain.  Luke’s plan and support has helped me regain strength and mobility so I’m able to get back to my daily + fitness routines.  I’m so thankful for Luke and Full Potential PT!”

“Physical therapy helped me improve 100%, and I am feeling good running.”

Patient was discharged from physical therapy due reports of 90% improvement since start of therapy. Her pain intensity has decreased during her work days and she is able to get pain to 0/10, and more quickly, following use of her home exercise program.

At the conclusion of her care, she had not had a fall in 2+ months and was able to transfer from ground to stand independently.  She was engaging in more home/farm tasks and feeling more confident in her situation.  She was very pleased with her ability to be more physically active and feeling encouraged about her future! 

At the initial evaluation the patient reported 2-3 year history of headaches. She was experiencing headaches 3-4 times per week and headaches lasted 3-4 hours per episode.