As Michigan thaws out and spring cleanup begins, many people across Lake Orion, Oxford, and Rochester Hills find themselves dealing with more than just weeds and overgrowth — they’re also facing unexpected shoulder, neck, and back pain. Digging, lifting, planting, and using heavy lawn equipment can quickly lead to muscle strain and overuse injuries, especially if your body isn’t fully prepared.
Posted: April 21, 2025 | Nathan Seibold, DPT, RPT | Lake Orion, MI
Common Yard Work Injures We See
We see it every spring at Robotic Rehab & Relief in Lake Orion: patients coming in with back pain from digging, shoulder pain from mowing, or general discomfort after a weekend of outdoor work. These are some of the most common spring gardening injuries and often result from muscle imbalances or overuse.
Our clinic specializes in yard work injury prevention and recovery. Using advanced robotic physical therapy, we help relieve pain and restore movement—without the guesswork. Our RX2600 therapeutic arm delivers consistent, targeted pressure, heat, and vibration to release tight muscles and lengthen restricted tissues. It’s designed to reach deep, hard-to-access areas that are often missed in traditional therapy or massage.
Whether you’re feeling the effects of pushing a mower, pulling cords on lawn equipment, or crouching to plant flowers, don’t ignore those early signs of strain.
Robotic therapy can help reduce inflammation, correct muscle tension, and prevent those weekend projects from turning into long-term pain.
Common injuries we treat during spring include:
– Lower back strain from bending and lifting
– Shoulder pain from digging or using lawn equipment
– Neck tension from raking and planting
How Robotic Rehab & Relief Helps with Yard Work Pain
At Robotic Rehab & Relief in Lake Orion, we specialize in helping active adults recover from yard work and gardening injuries. Our robotic precision therapy releases tight muscles, improves blood flow, and restores pain-free motion — targeting deep areas that traditional therapies often miss.
Why Choose Robotic Physical Therapy For Back and Shoulder Pain
• Precision Targeting: We use robotic-assisted pressure to reach deep, stubborn muscles.
• Faster Recovery: Most patients feel measurable relief in just a few sessions.
• Preventative Care: We help you strengthen and stabilize before the next wave of outdoor activities
Don’t let spring pain hold you back from enjoying your yard.
Click HERE to learn more about Robotic Rehab & Relief today and experience faster, deeper relief — right here in Lake Orion.