Business Details
7 Years
experience
Expert Physical Therapy Solutions in Newton, KS
Empower Physical Therapy is a dedicated team of licensed physical therapists committed to transforming lives through personalized, evidence-based care. With clinics across Harvey County and expanding into Wichita, we specialize in treating chronic pain, sports injuries, neurological conditions, and post-surgical rehabilitation. Our approach combines manual therapy, functional dry needling, and customized exercise programs to address root causes rather than just symptoms. Founded by Dr. Addison Nichols in 2019, our practice emphasizes modern management of older adults, vestibular rehabilitation, and sports performance enhancement.We prioritize one-on-one patient time, ensuring individualized attention and measurable outcomes. Our therapists hold advanced certifications in areas like LSVT BIG for Parkinson's, ASTYM, and concussion rehabilitation. By integrating holistic strategies and cutting-edge techniques, we empower patients to regain mobility, reduce pain, and return to active lifestyles. Our community-focused mission drives us to educate the public about physical therapy's evolving role in non-pharmacological care.
Services
Physical Therapy
Sports Rehabilitation
Vestibular Therapy
Dry Needling
Neurological Rehab
Post-Surgical Recovery
Pediatric Therapy
Pelvic Floor Rehab
Concussion Management
Geriatric Care
Details
- Year established: 2019
Highlights and features
- We offer 1:1 patient-therapist time for personalized care
- Our team holds advanced certifications in 7 specialty areas
- We utilize evidence-based techniques like functional dry needling
- We provide home exercise programs for continued progress
- We accept direct access without physician referrals
What people say
Professional friendly service
Seeing results quickly
Personalized treatment plans
Expertise in pain management
Supportive atmosphere
Services
Physical Therapy
Our comprehensive physical therapy addresses musculoskeletal conditions through manual techniques, therapeutic exercises, and patient education. We treat back pain, neck pain, and joint issues using evidence-based approaches like spinal manipulation and myofascial release. Each treatment plan incorporates functional training to restore mobility and prevent future injuries while emphasizing patient empowerment through home exercise programs.
Sports Rehabilitation
Specialized sports rehab focuses on returning athletes to peak performance through sport-specific training and injury prevention strategies. We treat ACL tears, rotator cuff injuries, and running-related conditions using biomechanical analysis and progressive loading protocols. Our therapists combine strength training with dynamic movement patterns to ensure safe return-to-play timelines for both amateur and professional athletes.
Vestibular Therapy
Vestibular rehabilitation addresses dizziness, vertigo, and balance disorders through targeted exercises and habituation techniques. Our certified specialists use gaze stabilization drills and positional treatments for BPPV to improve inner ear function. Treatment includes fall risk assessments and customized home programs to enhance balance confidence in daily activities.
Dry Needling
Functional dry needling targets myofascial trigger points to relieve chronic pain and muscle tension. This technique effectively treats headaches, TMJ dysfunction, and repetitive strain injuries by eliciting localized twitch responses in affected musculature. Combined with traditional manual therapy, it accelerates recovery for patients with both acute and chronic pain conditions.
Neurological Rehab
Specialized neurological rehabilitation addresses conditions like Parkinson's disease, neuropathy, and post-stroke deficits using LSVT BIG certification techniques. Our therapists implement task-specific training, gait retraining, and sensory integration strategies to improve functional mobility and daily living activities for patients with central and peripheral nervous system disorders.
People
Dr. Addison Nichols
Owner, Doctor of Physical Therapy
Dr. Nichols founded Empower PT in 2019 after graduating from Wichita State University. Specializing in chronic pain management and spinal manipulation, he brings expertise in functional dry needling and concussion rehabilitation. He emphasizes patient education and community outreach to advance physical therapy's role in non-pharmacological care.
Dr. Morgan Kaufman
Doctor of Physical Therapy
With 10+ years of outpatient experience, Dr. Kaufman specializes in vestibular therapy and running injury analysis. She implements evidence-based approaches for sports rehabilitation and post-surgical recovery. Her patient-centered philosophy focuses on identifying root causes of pain through comprehensive biomechanical assessments.
Dr. Jake Snodgrass
Director of Hesston Clinic
Board-certified in sports rehabilitation, Dr. Snodgrass treats industrial injuries and neurological conditions. He utilizes micro point stimulation for neuropathy management and holds LSVT BIG certification for Parkinson's treatment. His clinical experience includes complex post-surgical rehabilitation protocols.
Dr. Demi Kraus
Director of Andover Clinic
Specializing in women's health and pelvic floor rehabilitation, Dr. Kraus focuses on prenatal/postpartum care and groin pain management. She develops individualized treatment plans incorporating core stabilization and myofascial release techniques for pelvic health conditions.
Dr. Melanie Hooper
Doctor of Physical Therapy
Pediatric specialist Dr. Hooper treats sports injuries and developmental delays using play-based therapy techniques. Certified in CrossFit methodology, she integrates functional movement patterns into rehabilitation programs for athletes of all ages while emphasizing family-centered care approaches.
Questions
What conditions do you treat?
We treat musculoskeletal pain, sports injuries, neurological conditions, vestibular disorders, pelvic floor issues, and post-surgical rehabilitation needs across all age groups.
Do you require physician referrals?
Kansas law allows direct access to physical therapy without physician referral, though some insurance plans may have specific requirements.
What should I wear to appointments?
Wear comfortable clothing that allows movement and exposes the treatment area. Athletic shoes are recommended for gait assessments and exercise sessions.
How long are treatment sessions?
Initial evaluations last 60-90 minutes, with follow-up sessions typically 45-60 minutes depending on individual treatment plans and complexity.
What insurance plans do you accept?
We accept most major insurance plans including Medicare, Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Healthcare, and Aetna. Contact us for specific verification.
Can you help with chronic pain management?
Yes, our therapists specialize in chronic pain management using evidence-based techniques like dry needling, graded exposure therapy, and neuromuscular re-education.
