Therapeutic Associates Bend Physical Therapy

Like a lot of athletes, physical therapist Matt Rogers grew up in the “no pain, no gain” world. This line of thinking, it turns out, has been applied inappropriately to a lot of things in our lives.

As physical therapists, we hear a lot of questions related to the infamous hamstring muscles! Many of these questions are centered around the impact of a painful hamstring during running. We are going to tackle this one question at a time.

Some people just simply wake up dizzy one morning – the room is spinning and then, eventually, it settles down and feels normal again. But, if the feeling as if the room is spinning comes back every time you move your head in a certain way or you move your head quickly, you may have something called vertigo.

Chris Taylor, physical therapist and clinic director at Therapeutic Associates Richland Physical Therapy, is dedicated to her patients, always striving to meet their individual needs while having fun and getting to know them. An active adventurer, she embraces all the region has to offer, from hiking, horseback riding and biking to the world-class wineries and restaurants.

At Therapeutic Associates Richland Physical Therapy, clinic director Chris Taylor and the clinic team strive to empower patients with the education and tools they need to maintain healthy, pain-free movement long after they complete their course of care. The welcoming and friendly atmosphere is an ideal place for healing and recovery.

Of all the back injuries we see as physical therapists, there may be no greater misunderstood injury than the herniated disc. As musculoskeletal experts, we strive to help people understand what a herniated disc is, how to know if you have one, and if so, how physical therapy can help.

It’s that time of year when the kids are getting excited for summer, and you’re probably wondering what to do with them until school starts again! As a dad of three kids 12 and younger, physical therapist Matt Rogers offers 4 tips to get the whole family moving together.

Gross motor skills are the foundation of exploration and are the building blocks of movement that allows for experiences that infants and toddlers learn from. This is why it is so important to be committed to helping your children with early movement as they develop these skills and reach their developmental milestones.

In many instances, the best way to stay injury-free on a bike is to start working out off the bike. From beginners to experts, there are a few things to focus on that will help keep away those dreaded injuries and post-ride pains.