Cervical & Lumbar

Neck, Back, & Spinal Rehab

Millions of Americans suffer from chronic neck and back pain — but you don’t have to be one of them. At Orthopedic & Sports Therapy of Kenner, we start by identifying the root cause of your pain, and then develop a personalized treatment plan to relieve discomfort, restore mobility, and promote long-term healing.

Our skilled physical therapists use a combination of proven, hands-on techniques including manual therapy, joint mobilization, soft tissue manipulation, manual traction, and other targeted therapies. We also offer advanced treatments such as dry needling, IASTM (Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization), kinesiology taping, and industrial medicine services tailored to your specific needs.

In addition to treatment, we prioritize patient education — helping you understand your condition, your options, and how to make informed decisions about your care. We also offer pre-rehabilitation to prepare you for surgery and post-operative therapy to support a full and successful recovery.

At Orthopedic & Sports Therapy, we’re committed to helping you feel better, move better, and get back to living your life.

Discover the Power of Dry Needling

At Orthopedic and Sports Therapy of Kenner and Metairie, we offer dry needling as a highly effective technique to relieve muscle pain, reduce tension, and restore movement. Unlike acupuncture, which is rooted in traditional Chinese medicine, dry needling is based on modern anatomical and neurophysiological science. It targets myofascial trigger points—tight, painful knots in muscles—using thin, sterile needles to stimulate healing from the inside out.

Dry needling can help with:

Chronic pain and tightness
Sports injuries and muscle strains
Tension headaches
Sciatica and low back pain
Neck and shoulder dysfunction
Postural imbalances

Many patients experience immediate relief and improved mobility after just one session. Whether you’re an athlete recovering from overuse or someone living with persistent discomfort, dry needling can be a game-changer in your rehab and wellness journey.

Ask our trained Physical Therapists if dry needling is right for you!

Break Through Muscle Restrictions with IASTM Therapy

At Orthopedic and Sports Therapy of Kenner and Metairie, we use IASTM (Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization) to help patients move better, feel stronger, and heal faster. This advanced manual therapy technique uses specially designed stainless steel tools to detect and treat soft tissue dysfunction—breaking down scar tissue, reducing inflammation, and improving mobility.

IASTM allows us to go deeper and more precisely than hands alone, making it a powerful option for treating:

• Tendonitis and repetitive strain injuries
• Post-surgical scarring
• Plantar fasciitis
• IT band syndrome
• Muscle stiffness and chronic tightness
• Limited range of motion

By targeting adhesions and dysfunctional fascia, IASTM helps kick start the body’s natural healing process, improve circulation, and speed up recovery—whether you’re dealing with a nagging injury or trying to get back to peak performance.

Our licensed therapists combine IASTM with therapeutic exercise to deliver long-term results, not just temporary relief.

Want to feel the difference in your mobility and performance? IASTM might be the missing link in your recovery plan.

Ask your Physical Therapist if this technique is right for you!