Non-Surgical Orthopedics
PHYSICAL THERAPY
Serving the greater Phoenix Valley Area including Sun Lakes, Maricopa, Ocotillo, Maricopa County and beyond.
Dedicated to Medical Excellence for Over 15 Years.
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ABOUT PHYSICAL THERAPY
At Modern Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine of Sun Lakes, AZ, physical therapy is about getting back what pain has taken. A stiff back that won’t bend the way it used to. Knees that bark after a trip around the block. A shoulder that makes even lifting a bag of groceries tough. These things don’t just hurt; they change routines, they change confidence. Our therapists look at the body as a whole and decide what it needs. Sometimes that’s strength. Sometimes stretching. Sometimes it’s both, plus hands-on work right at the joint or muscle that keeps acting up. Every plan is different. Some people notice a change in a couple of weeks, while others keep at it longer.
BOOKING APPOINTMENTS
Setting one up is easy. Call Modern Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine of Sun Lakes, AZ, or book online. Our staff explains the basics, answers questions, and makes sure you don’t walk in blind.
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Most recoveries need more than one visit. A lot of the time, therapy is spread over weeks. Enough time for the body to heal, but not so much that momentum is lost.
DIAGNOSE
EXAM & IMAGING
Therapists check how you move. Where you’re strong, where you’re weak, where things feel stuck. That first step keeps treatment from being guesswork.
TREATMENTS
CUSTOM TREATMENT PROGRAM
Treatment can look different for each person. Stretching, exercise, manual work. At Sun Lakes, care is adjusted every session because bodies don’t all respond the same.
FOLLOW UP
WE CALL TO CHECK IN
Follow-ups keep things moving. Progress doesn’t hold without them. The plan shifts, small tweaks are made, and the gains start to add up.
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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.
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Surgeries Avoided
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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.
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Answering Your Questions
What brings most people to physical therapy?
A lot of different reasons. Arthritis, injuries, and surgery recovery. Back and shoulder pain that keeps coming back. At Modern Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine of Sun Lakes, AZ, we also see balance issues and weakness that sneak up with age. No two plans look alike.
Why not just work out at home instead?
Exercise on your own can help, but it’s easy to push too far or miss the real issue. Therapy means having someone guide the exact movements that matter. At Sun Lakes, therapists watch, correct, and adjust in real time so progress doesn’t stall.
What happens during the first session?
The first visit is mostly evaluation. Checking movement, talking through pain, setting goals. At Modern Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine of Sun Lakes, AZ, patients leave knowing what therapy will look like, not just hearing a list of problems.
How many times do I need to come each week?
It depends. Some only need once a week. Others come twice. At Sun Lakes, the schedule is shaped around how you respond and what’s realistic for your life.
Does it help prevent future problems?
Yes, and that’s part of the point. Strengthening weak spots, improving mobility, teaching better movement. At Modern Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine of Sun Lakes, AZ, patients often leave with exercises to keep doing at home so pain doesn’t creep back.
"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.
