Non-Surgical Orthopedics
FOOT & ANKLE REHAB
Serving the greater Phoenix Valley Area including Sun Lakes, Maricopa, Ocotillo, Maricopa County and beyond.
Dedicated to Medical Excellence for Over 15 Years.
Booking
OVERVIEW
Foot and ankle pain has a way of getting into everything. A walk around the block feels like a chore. Standing at the sink to do dishes leaves your feet burning. Golf, pickleball, and even just walking the dog all feel harder than they should. Heel pain, tendon trouble, arthritis, sprains, or an old break that never healed right, any of it can slow you down. And if it sticks around, the pain doesn’t stay in your feet. It creeps into your knees, hips, and even your back.
At Modern Medicine of Sun Lakes, AZ, we’re not handing out band-aid fixes. We figure out what’s really behind the pain. Weak muscles. Stiff joints. Poor balance. Could be one. Could be all three. Rehab might mean stretching, strength work, hands-on treatment, or balance training so you’re not worrying about every step.
BOOKING APPOINTMENTS
Simple. Call Modern Medicine of Sun Lakes, AZ, or grab a spot online. We’ll walk you through what to bring and get you set for the first visit.
Request An
Appointment
SCHEDULE
REQUEST AN APPOINTMENT
One session won’t cut it. Most folks need a few weeks of steady work. That’s how progress sticks instead of disappearing the minute therapy stops.
DIAGNOSE
EXAM & IMAGING
That first visit? We’re looking for answers. We’ll test your strength, flexibility, and balance, and we’ll watch how you walk. The little things, like how your foot lands, how you shift weight, usually tell the story.
TREATMENTS
CUSTOM TREATMENT PROGRAM
Treatment looks different for everyone. Some need strength work. Some need stretches. Some need hands-on therapy to break up scar tissue or loosen stiffness. Your plan is yours, not a copy from someone else’s chart.
FOLLOW UP
WE CALL TO CHECK IN
Follow-ups keep things moving. We check what’s helping, toss out what’s not, and keep building week by week. Over time, your foot or ankle feels stronger, steadier, and more dependable.
Feedback
Customer Reviews
Testimonials for
The MODERN Approach
At MODERN, we take tremendous pride in making our customers happy above and beyond their expectations. We invite you to read what a few of our customers have to say about their MODERN experience.
450+
5 Star Reviews
11
Locations
100+
Surgeries Avoided
20+
Orthopedic Experts

I highly recommend Modern Physical Therapy in Sun Lakes. Dr. McKenna Brown was my Physical Therapist. She was excellent and when I left, so did the pain I arrived with. Both of her Techs, Laurence and Brayden were great. They all work together like a well oiled machine. It was easy to tell that everyone there, including Jake PT were all good at their jobs. It was always a pleasure to be greeted by Lexi at the front desk. Needless to say I was kind of sorry I had leave but I plan on stopping by to say hello from time to time.
Julie Mitchell
Mesa, AZ Resident

I’ve had such a positive experience here! The entire team is incredibly kind, welcoming, and easy to talk to. They know every patient by name and remember the details of your care. They work together seamlessly to make sure you feel supported, confident, and prepared—both in sessions and at home. They’ve also been super flexible with my work schedule. I was nervous going in based on past PT experiences, but this team completely changed that. Highly recommend!!!!
Sierra Brighton
Phoenix, AZ Resident

With the help of Dr. McKenna Brown and her staff, I was able to regain my mobility and get back to my normal routine. She was patient, understanding, and encouraging, and I always felt like she had my best interests at heart. Jake and all the staff are professional, knowledgeable and friendly. I can’t thank them enough for the amazing care they provided.
JP K
Mesa High Football Coach
What Are You Experiencing?
Most people don’t walk in knowing the exact treatment. They just know something hurts. That’s enough. Use the short form to tell us what’s going on, even if it’s just “my back feels tight” or “this pain won’t leave me alone.” Once we get it, we’ll give you a call and talk through what might be happening and how we can help.
LOW HIGH
SEVERE PAIN
If the pain is so strong you can’t think straight, don’t wait. Call 911 or get to the hospital. Your safety comes first. Once that’s handled, we’ll be here to focus on the next steps with you.
MODERATE PAIN / DISCOMFORT
This kind of pain doesn’t always stop your day, but it makes everything harder. Some describe it as sharp, others say it’s dull and always there. However you explain it, just write it down. We’ll use that to start figuring out what’s going on.
MINOR PAINS & ACHES
Little aches may seem easy to ignore, but they add up. A stiff shoulder in the morning, sore feet after work, or that one spot that acts up every now and then, they matter too. Tell us what you’ve noticed, and we’ll help you get ahead of it.
Quick Diagnosis Form
Answering Your Questions
Why do my heels scream after I’ve been sitting?
Can therapy really help an old ankle sprain?
Does this mean I can avoid surgery?
Do I have to get a referral first?
I like walking for exercise. Can I keep doing it?
"Our goal is to help you solve some of your most painful life experiences."
Josh Adams
MODERN MEDICINE
CEO
Without Advanced Imaging
Your PT
WHY WE'RE DIFFERENT
CHOOSING THE MODERN WAY
What separates MODERN SPORTS MEDICINE from just about every other company is our physical therapists and orthopedists utlize advanced imaging technology to enable them to SEE what they are doing. Everyone else is operating blindly.
ADVANCED IMAGING + TREATMENT = MODERN




![]()
we TREAT you
like a 200
Million-Dollar
Athlete
so you can get back to
work or play
FASTER.

