Melissa Papa, 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...
SPECIALTIES
Melissa received her bachelors in Kinesiology from Penn State University in 2014 and her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from University of the Sciences in 2018. Melissa has completed affiliations in the orthopedic and acute care settings with a variety of demographics. She has a background in lacrosse, field hockey and soccer. She enjoys treating patients of all ages to encourage pain free functional movement through an individualized approach.
Melissa offers direct access physical therapy. Direct access allows patients with an injury to see a Premier Orthopaedics physical therapist for 30 days without a physician referral. Direct access is not for Medicare, WC or MVA patients. To set up an appointment, please call 610-524-7251.