Services

When you come to Anacortes PT, the patient coordinator will get you checked in and shortly thereafter one of our techs will bring you back to the treatment area. You will then work through your treatment session with one of our therapists. Don’t know who they are? Click here to read a paragraph or two. We have 65 years of combined experience.

At Anacortes Physical Therapy, we provide a comprehensive range of services to treat musculoskeletal and neuromuscular dysfunctions. We seek to restore strength, mobility, endurance, balance and function after injury, illness, or surgery.  All of our treatment programs focus on alleviating pain and dysfunction while quickly returning the patient to the highest possible level possible. We make  it a priority to work with and educate patients about their injury and recovery process, diminishing the likelihood of future issues, with the ultimate goal of having met client-centric goals.  Some of the therapeutic services and specialty programs include: Trigger Point Dry Needling, Motion Guidance, cold laser, ultrasound imaging, and bike fitting.

We can’t wait to have you join our family while we work toward your functional goals.

Now offering Telehealth:

All you need is a computer or smart phone. No sign up or download required; simple, convenient, HIPAA compliant and secure. Telehealth or e-visits are now covered by most insurances, give us a call to find out how Physical Therapy can help you, from the comfort and safety of your own home!  

Orthopedic/Sports Injury Rehabilitation

Whether you are suffering from a sprain, strain or other injury,  our therapists will discuss with you the nature of the problem,  examine symptomatic tissues, search for faulty biomechanics, pinpoint strength deficits, assess neuromuscular control, and identify movements or postures that increase or decrease the pain. This evaluation helps to determine the source of the pain and guides the course of treatment. Your treatment program will initially consist of hands on techniques, stretches, joint mobilization, myofascial release, soft tissue mobilization, kinesio- or athletic taping. We will get you started on a home exercise program as soon as possible so that we can help you help yourself. We may employ modalities such as ultrasound, electrical stimulation, heat or ice, and/or short wave diathermy to assist in initial pain control. After that point we will usually add some active exercises to increase your circulation, boost endorphin production (your body’s natural pain relief), and initiate strengthening of weakened tissues.

Spinal Stabilization Training

The mechanics of the spine and the potential causes of back pain are often misunderstood. We take the time to explain your condition and educate you about how your back works. You will also learn to incorporate proper body mechanics and postural awareness during your work/home activities. Once back pain sets in, the muscles used to stabilize the segments of the spine become inhibited or hyperactive. By following a specific stabilization program, you can learn how to effectively activate these muscles and strengthen/balance the muscles stabilizing the segments of your spine. This will assist greatly in eliminating back pain.

Surgical and Fracture Rehabilitation

Surgical intervention may be required for complex injuries. To ensure a successful outcome, progressive rehabilitation is often necessary to promote tissue healing and achieve functional goals. I have observed numerous operative procedures and consult regularly with local surgeons on emerging techniques. We structure your treatment plan based on stages of tissue healing, using modalities and/or bracing/taping as needed to decrease pain and edema while prescribing specific exercises to restore range of motion and strengthen weak muscles.

Sport Specific Exercise Prescription

Whether you are a competitive athlete or a weekend warrior, injury prevention is paramount. I share your passion for sports and recreational activities. With an extensive knowledge of biomechanics, functional anatomy and exercise physiology, we are an excellent resource for designing a strength and conditioning program tailored to meet the demands of your sport. These specific programs include practical tips for warm-up/cool-down, stretching, exercise progression and peak performance enhancement.

Musculoskeletal Imaging

Musculoskeletal Ultrasonography (MSKUS) is an assessment tool that helps the therapist assess the nature and extent of your musculoskeletal injuries by being able to look into the body and evaluate the damage to muscles, bones or joints. We are now able to observe your muscles, nerves, joints, and bones move while testing them, all while watching a real time image of them. Physical therapists are qualified to utilize this diagnostic device if appropriately trained.

Balance Training

Have you ever had a loss of balance, dizziness, vertigo, spinning, or feeling like you were falling? These can occur when there is some type of dysfunction in one of the many feedback systems in your body (the brain, the nervous system, the eyes, or the inner ear), that manifests itself as a balance disorder.

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Cold Laser

Cold laser technology has been known to produce healing effects in tissue. Its effectiveness has been documented on neurological tissue repair, bone growth, tendon repair, pain reduction, wound care, scar tissue reduction, and pain reduction.

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