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Dr. Traci Smiley, DPT

Articles, patient education, and treatment insights

Traci is a licensed physical therapist and owner of Calibration Physical Therapy, serving the Kansas City metro area. A Board-Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist with advanced training in manual therapy and strength conditioning, she helps individuals overcome pain and get back to doing what they love.

Latest Articles

03/18/2026 Patient Education

Manual Therapy: What It Is, How It Works & When It Helps

Learn what manual therapy is, how it works, and when it helps. Understand hands-on PT techniques and how they support recovery and movement.

03/17/2026 Patient Education

What Is Sciatica? Causes, Symptoms & When PT Can Help

Learn what sciatica is, what causes it, and how physical therapy can help relieve nerve-related leg pain and improve movement for patients.

03/13/2026 Patient Education

Sciatica vs Piriformis Syndrome: How to Tell the Difference

Sciatica and piriformis syndrome can cause similar leg pain. Learn the differences, symptoms, and how physical therapy identifies the source.

03/10/2026 Pain Management

Knee Pain: Causes, Symptoms, and When PT Can Help

Knee pain can come from tendon irritation, cartilage issues, or movement patterns. Learn causes, symptoms, and how physical therapy can help.

03/05/2026 Pain Management

What is Elbow Tendonitis? Pain & Treatment Basics

Elbow tendonitis causes pain during gripping or lifting. Learn symptoms, causes, and how physical therapy can improve strength and recovery.

03/03/2026 Treatments & Techniques

What is Cupping Therapy? Learn The Basics

Learn what cupping therapy is, how it works, what it feels like, and when it may help with pain, mobility, and muscle tightness.