Drayer Physical Therapy Institute

Every patient has a unique health history, diagnosis, and personal goals so when you come for your first appointment, we will create a personalized plan for you. We love to hear our patients’ success stories. How has your life improved through your experience with us? Are you moving better and feeling better? Do you have a therapist you want to applaud? Share your experience with us!

Could your posture contributing to your jaw pain? TMJ stands for the temporomandibular joint, which connects one side of your mandible (lower jaw) to your skull. Temporomandibular dysfunction (TMD) is the umbrella term used to describe what happens when the joint and/or muscles used for chewing become inflamed, stuck or painful. There are a variety of lifestyle behaviors that can contribute to TMJ discomfort or TMD to consider: https://bit.ly/3pRdfmy... If you have other questions regarding the TMJ or need help determining specific lifestyle triggers of TMJ pain, contact a physical therapist with your concerns. You can learn more about how we treat TMJ discomfort by visiting our TMJ Rehab page: https://bit.ly/3pTGOEg

If you are using a walker or have limited function, but still want to maintain your health and fitness, here are some exercises made just for you: 1) 3 way hip 2) Modified deadlift 3) Sit to stand ... 4) Modifed table/counter pushup All of these exercises are safe and effective. If you are curious to learn more about these moves and others, visit our website or stop by. We look forward to getting you moving and back to your best self!

"Don't be out of sync like Steven, come see Jimmy or Ashley at Drayer Physical Therapy Mechanicsburg, 5108 E. Trindle Rd., to help with your coordination today!"

Meet Missy our OT at Drayer Physical Therapy Mechanicsburg! Missy obtained her Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy from Elizabethtown College and currently has 28 years of experience in Occupational Therapy. Missy has worked in all settings including but not limited to acute care, skilled nursing facilities and early intervention home based therapy. Missy specializes in pediatrics and young adults, using multiple approaches to achieve results. She has extensive train...ing in Sensory Based Intervention and Relationship Development Intervention. When Missy isn’t in the Mechanicsburg Clinic, she enjoys walking her dog, Mickey, drawing, reading, and jewelry making. She also enjoys decorating her OT room and making people smile. Missy is a ray of sunshine to our clinic! Call in today (717-790-9920) to schedule your child’s OT evaluation with Missy! You can also schedule online: https://bit.ly/3k1cbeq See more