Evidence-driven care
rooted in mechanical diagnosis
KinetiQ is built on the McKenzie Method — a globally recognized, research-backed system for assessing and treating spine and musculoskeletal pain. And on a care model — cash-based, one-on-one — that gives it the room to actually work.
What it is.
Why it works.
Unlike conventional PT, which often applies the same protocol to everyone with a similar diagnosis, The McKenzie Method - also known as Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy (MDT) - begins with a rigorous mechanical assessment to classify the nature and source of your pain. This classification drives every treatment decision - no guessing, no generic programs, no one-size-fits-all exercise sheets.
"Most people with back pain have never been given a real mechanical diagnosis. They've been given a label — and sent to generic exercises."Meghan McConville, MSPT, OCS, Cert. MDT — Founder
Find the Source, Not Just the Symptom
MDT begins with a comprehensive mechanical assessment — a systematic movement-based evaluation that identifies exactly what structure is generating your pain and why. You leave your first session with an understanding of what may be causing your pain, often for the first time.
Classify the Problem
MDT assigns your pain to one of three mechanical syndromes — Derangement, Dysfunction, or Postural — each with a distinct treatment approach. This classification is what separates MDT from generic PT: treatment is targeted, not generic.
Empower You to Treat Yourself
The explicit goal of MDT is patient independence. You'll leave each session with a clear home program and the knowledge to apply it. Most patients can manage future flare-ups on their own — without returning to the clinic.
Fewer Visits, Durable Results
Because MDT addresses root causes, most patients complete care in 4–8 visits — significantly fewer than conventional PT. Better outcomes, in less time, with the skills to stay well.
Spine. Joints. Sport.
What the research shows.
What patients experience.
Evidence-Based
MDT is backed by decades of peer-reviewed research and recognized internationally by leading spine health organizations as a gold-standard approach to mechanical pain assessment.
Classifies, Not Just Treats
MDT assigns your pain to a specific mechanical syndrome, enabling precise treatment rather than trial-and-error. The right treatment for the right problem — every time.
Rapid Red Flag Screening
MDT's structured assessment identifies the small subset of patients who need medical referral, ensuring you receive the right care at the right level.
Teaches Self-Management
Patients who complete MDT care consistently report higher confidence managing future episodes independently — reducing long-term reliance on any care provider.
