Physical Therapy in Dearborn, Michigan (Michigan Ave)

Physical Therapy You Can Trust in Dearborn, MI

At Specialty Physical Therapy in Dearborn, we help you move better, feel stronger, and return to the life you love. Whether you’ve been injured, are recovering from surgery, or want to improve your mobility and avoid invasive procedures, we offer professional, personalized care tailored to your needs.

Our clinic is located conveniently on Michigan Avenue, just beside the Specialty Medical Center, making it easy to access multiple healthcare services in one place. Under the leadership of Dr. Zubair Fayyaz, DPT, we deliver expert-led treatment plans using evidence-based techniques and advanced modalities to support recovery and long-term health.

What Makes Specialty Physical Therapy in Dearborn so Unique

• Appointments Scheduled Within 48 Hours
• We Accept Most Major Insurance, Including Medicare and Medicaid
• On-Site X-Ray and CT Scan Services for Quicker Diagnosis
• Direct Collaboration with Urgent Care and Pain Management Providers
• A Single Dedicated Therapist Assigned to You Throughout Your Recovery

While Michigan law allows patients to seek physical therapy without a referral, many insurance plans still require one. Dr. Fayyaz or a member of our team will help you coordinate the referral process so that your care isn’t delayed.

Conditions Commonly Treated at Specialty Physical Therapy in Dearborn

Our physical therapy programs are designed for a broad range of orthopedic, neurological, and musculoskeletal conditions. Whether you’re recovering from an injury or managing long-term discomfort, we’re here to help you heal and stay active.

Treatable Conditions include:

• Post-surgical rehabilitation
• Sports-related injuries
• Joint and spinal pain (knee, hip, shoulder, and back)
• Auto accident recovery
• Gait imbalance and mobility problems
• Neurological disorders and stroke recovery
• Chronic pain and arthritis

Pain Relief and Functional Recovery Services

Sciatica Treatment
Our physical therapists are trained in targeted techniques to relieve sciatic nerve pain. Through a combination of stretching, soft tissue therapy, and spinal mobilization, we reduce nerve pressure and improve function.

Joint Therapy for Knees, Hips, Shoulders, and Back Pain Treatment
Joint pain can reduce your quality of life and limit your independence. We provide customized plans that focus on:

• Alleviating inflammation
• Enhancing joint stability
• Strengthening surrounding muscles
• Delaying or eliminating the need for surgery

Orthopedic and Sports Rehabilitation
We work with patients recovering from orthopedic surgeries such as knee or hip replacements, as well as ligament tears, fractures, or dislocations. Athletes, professional and recreational, benefit from our performance-based rehab plans, which include:

• Injury prevention education
• Return-to-sport programs
• Strength and mobility recovery
• Flexibility training

Occupational Therapy in Dearborn
Regaining independence after an illness or injury is possible with the help of our occupational therapy services.

Our team helps you retrain for everyday activities, such as dressing, bathing, cooking, or returning to work. We emphasize functional skill-building for those recovering from strokes, workplace injuries, or age-related limitations.

Advanced Physical Therapy Modalities Offered

IASTM – Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization
Using precision tools, our therapists target soft tissue dysfunction, break up scar tissue, and relieve deep muscle tension. This is especially effective for repetitive stress injuries and chronic pain conditions.

Preventative Physical Therapy
In addition to recovery care, we also offer prehab services—preventative therapy designed to improve strength, mobility, and flexibility before injury or surgery occurs. It’s ideal for aging adults, athletes, and individuals preparing for orthopedic procedures.

Physical Therapy Associations
Specialty Physical Therapy is proudly affiliated with the American Physical Therapy Association (APT) and the Michigan Physical Therapy Association (MPT), ensuring our commitment to high clinical standards and professional excellence.

Specialty Physical Therapy
13530 Michigan Ave, Ste 100, Dearborn, MI 48126
Phone: (313) 261-3345
Hours: Mon – Thu: 9 AM – 5 PM | Fri: 8 AM – 3 PM

Specialty Physical Therapy provides physical therapy services to patients throughout Dearborn and its neighboring communities, including Detroit, Allen Park, Taylor, Melvindale, Lincoln Park, Southgate, Dearborn Heights, Inkster, River Rouge, and Ecorse.

Here are some frequently asked questions about physical therapy:

1. What is physical therapy? Physical therapy is a healthcare field that helps people restore movement, function, and quality of life through exercises, manual therapy, education, and modalities.
    
2. How does physical therapy help with sports injuries?
 Physical therapy speeds healing, restores strength and flexibility, and helps prevent future injuries using targeted exercises and manual techniques.
    
3. Can physical therapy prevent sports injuries?
 Yes, with personalized exercise programs to improve strength, flexibility, balance, and technique.
    
4. When should I start physical therapy after a sports injury?
 After getting a medical evaluation, as soon as possible, to promote optimal healing and prevent complications.
    
5. What is post-surgical rehab?
 A structured program after surgery is designed to restore movement, strength, and function.
    
6. How soon after surgery should PT begin? 
Often, within days, depending on your surgeon’s instructions and the procedure.