Shoulder Pain & Shoulder Injury Rehabilitation

Nebraska allows direct access to physical therapy, meaning you can schedule an appointment without a physician referral. However, some insurance plans may require a referral for reimbursement purposes — we recommend checking with your insurer prior to your first visit.

Timeline depends heavily on diagnosis. Shoulder impingement or mild tendinopathy often improves in 6–8 weeks. Frozen shoulder is typically slower, often requiring 3–9 months due to the nature of capsular tissue healing. Post-surgical rotator cuff repair generally requires 4–6 months of progressive rehabilitation. Your therapist will outline a realistic timeline at your initial evaluation.

An Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) is a physical therapist who has passed a rigorous specialty examination administered by the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties. OCS-certified therapists demonstrate advanced clinical knowledge, skills, and experience in orthopedic diagnosis and treatment — the highest credential available in musculoskeletal physical therapy.

For many shoulder conditions — including rotator cuff tendinopathy, impingement, and some partial-thickness tears — evidence-based physical therapy is often equally effective as surgery, particularly when started early. A thorough evaluation will clarify whether conservative care is an appropriate first step for your specific diagnosis. We will be transparent if surgical consultation is warranted.

Your first appointment is a full orthopedic evaluation with Dr. Crowe. We review your medical history, conduct a comprehensive examination of your shoulder and surrounding structures, identify the root cause of your condition, and build an individualized treatment plan with you before you leave. You will not be passed off to a technician or aide at any point.

Yes. We regularly treat overhead athletes — baseball and softball throwers, volleyball and tennis players, swimmers — whose shoulders face unique repetitive demands. Programs include sport-specific strengthening, throwing or serving mechanics considerations, and structured return-to-play progressions.

At Power of Motion, every session is one-on-one with Dr. Crowe — no aides, no shared appointments, no brief check-ins while your therapist manages several other patients. You receive his full attention, expertise, and hands-on care for the entire session, every time. This model consistently produces better outcomes and a faster, safer recovery.

Yes, we do accept most insurance carriers. To name a few:

Blue Cross Blue Shield

Aetna

Midlands Choice

Medica Insure

Cigna

Medicare

We are constantly working on our insurance credentialing with insurers: Please contact our office to discuss insurance and payment options. We are happy to help verify your benefits prior to your first visit so there are no surprises.