Jody Essick PT, DPT
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How to Manage Shoulder Impingement Without Surgery
Shoulder pain can affect much more than just our comfort. It can limit our ability to pick up our children, carry groceries, or even reach for something on a high shelf. If you’ve been struggling with nagging shoulder pain, there’s a strong possibility it may be due...
Signs You Might Have a Stress Fracture
A stress fracture is a small crack within a bone. However, unlike acute fractures, which occur from a sudden injury, stress fractures gradually develop over time and are common among athletes, runners, and individuals with physically demanding lifestyles. These tiny,...
Management of Chronic Tendon Injuries
Tendons are tough, fibrous tissues that connect muscle to bone and play a critical role in our movement, from helping us swing a tennis racket to allowing us to lift groceries or climb the stairs. But for all their strength and flexibility, tendons are also...
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Jody earned his bachelor’s degree in kinesiology from Penn State in 2012, and his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Neumann University in 2017. Jody enjoys the diversity of patients that he sees at Premier, from geriatrics to young athletes. He expresses special interest in working with the geriatric population, broadening their view of their own physical limits. During his spare time, Jody does woodworking. He loves the challenge and freedom to create something out of nothing.