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Mobile PT Therapy | Expert Physical Therapy for Headaches, Concussions & Vestibular Disorders in San Diego

Pang Physical Therapy offers expert PT therapy for headaches, concussions & vestibular disorders, providing personalized PT care in your home.

12/23/2025

🪣 Bucket or threshold theory is a key concept in migraine management.

Triggers are anything that can add “load” to your system — stress, poor sleep, dehydration, weather changes. Some you can control, some you can’t.

A lot of standard advice focuses on avoidance: don’t do this, don’t do that. While trigger management matters, living in a bubble is NOT effective treatment.

Instead, the goal is to increase the size of your bucket. Yes, medications help, but don’t neglect retraining the disrupted sensory systems of the head and neck.

At Pang PT we look at vision, vestibular function, neck mobility/strength, autonomics, exertional tolerance, and more to help you build capacity so you can get back to your life.

🔗 Want to learn more? Download my free migraine pocketbook — link in bio.

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12/15/2025

Did you know there are over 300 headache disorders in existence?

The world of headache is much deeper than most people realize. Migraine is the 2nd leading cause of disability in the world - just behind low back pain - and the 1st leading cause of disability in women under 50.

Physical therapy for headache management goes beyond treating the cervical spine. At Pang PT we take a look at all the sensory systems of the head & neck to determine the best treatment trajectory.

Our evaluations consider:

👁️ Vision
👂 Vestibular
💀 Cervical Spine
🦷 Jaw Mechanics
🚴‍♂️ Exertional Tolerance
🧠 Autonomic Regulation

We do this because many headache disorders involve both orthopedic and neurological symptoms.

Want to learn more?

📩 Download my free guide on reclaiming your life from headaches & dizziness!

Link in bio 🔥

12/09/2025

👂 We often hear that your inner ears play a critical role in balance. But how does that work exactly?

The simple answer: your inner ears feed information to your brain about how your head is oriented in space.

This video focuses on the semicircular canals that sense rotational movement. Such as turning your head or spinning in a circle.

Understanding how these structures work is critical to effective treatment!

👉 Want clarity on what’s causing your dizziness? Grab your FREE custom plan in the link in my bio.

12/02/2025

IT'S 2025 PEOPLE SO LET'S STOP SPREADING OUTDATED ADVICE FOR PEOPLE LIVING WITH CONCUSSION.

Some common myths we hear:

❌"Rest in a dark room" - beyond the first 48 hours, this is some of the worst advice you can give. We KNOW that active rehabilitation protocols lead to significantly better outcomes. The practice of "cocooning" in a dark room is NOT the way to go.

❌"Mild concussions" - there is no such thing as a "mild concussion." A concussion is always a serious injury and we do not use "grades". The neurophysiology of a concussion is so individualized that there is no grading system that can make sense.

❌"Nothing can be done" - WRONG. There is A LOT that can be done. A concussion results in disruptions to various systems such as your balance, vision, neck, and inner ears. It's distressing but the good news is that these systems can be RETRAINED.

❌"It's just anxiety" - nothing worse than medical GASLIGHTING. You deserve a provider who takes your symptoms seriously.

If this is the advice you've been getting know that there is a better way.

Get your FREE custom recovery plan to start feeling better today! Link in bio

11/25/2025

Light sensitivity is such a common issue for people living with migraine. A lot of colored lenses give mixed results, but Avulux is one of the only options with an actual clinical study behind their lens design.

Their glasses are engineered to absorb specific wavelengths of light - blue, amber, and red - while allowing soothing green light through. As part of a healthy lifestyle, Avulux may help people living with migraine by managing how light impacts your day.

I’m grateful to be an Avulux affiliate and to share something I genuinely believe in.
If you want to learn more, the link is in my bio use promo code PANGPT for a discount.

Join me this Friday from 10-11 at  La Mesa to learn all about vestibular disorders and what you can do to conquer dizzin...
11/19/2025

Join me this Friday from 10-11 at La Mesa to learn all about vestibular disorders and what you can do to conquer dizziness & vertigo!

Grateful to attend the Miles for Migraine fundraising run/walk this past Saturday! 💜Migraine is the 2nd leading cause of...
11/04/2025

Grateful to attend the Miles for Migraine fundraising run/walk this past Saturday! 💜

Migraine is the 2nd leading cause of disability worldwide, yet it still doesn’t qualify under SSA’s LTD criteria — and there are only about one certified headache specialist for every 80,000 people.

Events like these help raise awareness, research funds, and hope for millions living with this invisible condition.

10/31/2025

🎃 Happy Halloween from Pang PT!

Nothing is spookier than chronic headaches!

Manual therapy has been falling out of fashion in the PT world but evidence still points to it being effective for neck, jaw, and headache pain.

Manual therapy techniques can include soft tissue and/or joint mobilizations which both serve different purposes. The technique used is ultimately dependent on the patient's specific presentation.

Still struggling with headaches? Download my free pocketbook on how to reclaim your life from headaches and dizziness! Link in bio!


10/30/2025

Vestibular rehab is one of the most effective tools we have for combating dizziness and vertigo — yet it’s still largely unknown, even among healthcare providers.

Did you know up to 50% of people experience vertigo by age 70? And it’s not just an “older adult” issue — dizziness can happen at any age.

I love teaching people about vestibular rehab and all the surprising, even wacky, ways it helps the brain and body recover balance. Thank you again for having me!

If you’ve been dealing with dizziness or vertigo, you don’t have to keep guessing what’s going on — download my free pocketbook on headaches/dizziness to learn how vestibular rehab can help. 💫

Link in bio!

10/28/2025

Can headaches cause throat issues?
The short answer: sometimes, yes.

The glossopharyngeal nerve (cranial nerve IX) helps control swallowing, voice, and parts of the upper throat — and it can be involved in certain headache presentations.

A 2023 case series by Hammerle & Treleaven explored this connection, showing that targeted physical therapy focused on the upper cervical spine appeared to modulate headache and throat symptoms.

That said — I’m not entirely convinced by their proposed mechanical explanation. But they do a great job highlighting that headache disorders can include glossopharyngeal-related symptoms like coughing, dysphagia, or voice changes.

Ultimately, it depends on the case — and when these symptoms persist, collaboration with a speech-language pathologist (SLP) for laryngeal motor retraining can make a big difference.

👇 Have you ever seen voice or swallow changes linked to headache? Drop a comment below.

Reference:
Hammerle, M. H., & Treleaven, J. M. (2023). Application of biomechanical principles to upper cervical spine anatomy to alleviate symptoms of intermittent cranial nerve IX irritation: directions for successful self-management of headache post-concussion? A case series. Journal of Manual & Manipulative Therapy, 31(6), 457–465. https://doi.org/10.1080/10669817.2023.2233723

Always a pleasure to meet other healthcare providers!Thank you again  for having me to talk all about TMD headaches.TMD ...
10/24/2025

Always a pleasure to meet other healthcare providers!

Thank you again for having me to talk all about TMD headaches.

TMD can show up as jaw pain, facial tightness, neck stiffness, ear pressure, headaches, or even dizziness — and recovery is often fastest when we look at the jaw, neck, and overall oral health together.

🦷 Dentistry plays a key role in bite mechanics, oral habits like clenching/grinding, and supporting TMJ and oral health.
💆‍♂️ Physical Therapy helps with TMJ joint health, jaw + neck mobility, muscle tension, posture, and reducing headache triggers.

If you're looking for a dental practice that provides exceptional care for all your dental needs — I highly recommend !

10/23/2025

Scapular winging occurs when the shoulder blade lifts away from the ribcage, often due to weakness in the serratus anterior or other periscapular stabilizers.

Because many neck and head muscles attach to the scapula — including the upper trapezius, levator scapulae, and portions of the cervical musculature — shoulder stability plays a major role in headache management. Poor scapular control can increase tension through these muscles, contributing to neck pain, headaches, and even vestibular dysfunction due to altered cervical proprioception.

In other words, restoring scapular and shoulder health is often an essential piece of both headache and vestibular rehabilitation.

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San Diego, CA

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Monday 10am - 4pm
Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4am
Friday 10am - 4pm

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+14084617676

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