Therapeutic Associates Physical Therapy - Central Tacoma

Therapeutic Associates Physical Therapy - Central Tacoma

Reach out today, our team is ready to help.

3518 6th Ave, Suite 200A
Tacoma, 
WA  
98406
Our Hours

Monday: Closed

Tuesday: Closed

Wednesday: Closed

Thursday: Closed

Friday: Closed

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

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Caring, personalized physical therapy in Tacoma.

At Therapeutic Associates Physical Therapy – Central Tacoma, your passion is our priority. We create dynamic, evidence-based treatment plans individually designed to expedite your rehabilitation and help you on your health and wellness journey. We look forward to getting you back to what you love!

Empowering patients.

As highly trained healthcare professionals, our physical therapists work with our patients to optimize their performance and function, utilizing a wide variety of physical therapy services and patient education. Whether you are recovering from a car accident, returning from surgery, healing from a sports or work-related injury, dealing with general aches or pains, or seeking to improve your balance, strength and flexibility, we will provide you with everything you need to meet your health goals.

We take pride in making exceptional results accessible for all ages and abilities through compassionate therapeutic care and injury prevention. We will take the time to answer any questions you have to equip you with the best possible understanding of your condition, treatment goals, and expected outcomes. Featuring state-of-the-art exercise equipment as well as private treatment rooms, our facility was designed for positive patient experiences and optimized outcomes.

Community focused.

We are so excited to be situated in the heart of lively Central Tacoma at 6th and Union Avenues, surrounded by community parks, in close proximity to the University of Puget Sound and easily accessible from highway 16. It’s our honor to support our local community and those throughout the Tacoma region, including North End, Hilltop, and Fircrest. We value the opportunity to support our local organizations and events, to foster and promote an active lifestyle while providing a pathway to health and wellness for all of our neighbors.

Check out our clinic space.

Our clinic was designed to empower every patient to reach their full potential, incorporating private treatment spaces and dedicated exercise areas.

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What
they say...

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David G.
11/20/2024
Carsten and Anne are the best PTs this side of the Mississippi. Hands down. I'm working with them on a weird, nuanced injury and I can't say enough about how thoughtful, responsive, and insightful they've been as I work to get back to 100% for some upcoming trail running races. I've seen several PTs for this issue over the last 3 years and feel like these two have been the best at articulating the issue, and prescribing remedies that allow me to keep doing the sport I love.
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Becca C.
10/03/2024
Really happy with my choice to go here. DPT Carsten has been very responsive to my concerns, and thorough with my exercises and explaining the benefits. The whole team has been compassionate and understanding about my pain and competent in addressing the pain and recovery process.

My therapy just started recently but I'm very happy with choosing Therapeutic Associates and feel more hope than I've had in a long time.
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sophie m.
11/10/2023
I worked with Carsten and Elijah 5 days a week for 8 weeks and only had positive encounters with them and the entire team. Not only was Carsten very professional and informative, but the team as a whole was very supportive and kept the sessions up beat and positive. I hopped between three locations and all of them were always clean, safe atmospheres. I’d recommend this company to anyone in need of PT and would return myself should I ever need to in a heartbeat.
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Our services — designed to help you reach your goals.

Offering a wide range of multidisciplinary treatments, including manual and movement-based therapies as well as performance and preventative services, our team’s mission is to provide quality rehabilitation, performance enhancement and life-long fitness.

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PT Rob Barnes assists a young female patient with balance and strength work in clinic at Boise PT

We treat each individual 1:1, like a family member

Your goals matter. Physical therapy can help you reach them.

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Your path to physical health starts here.

Dedicated to patient-centered care

Hands-on treatment approach

Caring and fun support teams

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On May 11, after riding 3,007 miles over 44 days, Bob reached St. Augustine Beach. Months later, after submitting 251 witness signatures, 130 videos, and comprehensive GPS data to Guinness World Records, the confirmation came: at 85 years and 49 days old, Bob Sanders was officially named “The oldest person to bicycle across America, male.”

Biking Across America at 85 — A PT Success Story

At 85, Bob Sanders biked 3,007 miles over 44 days and became the Guinness World Record holder for the oldest male to bicycle across America — proving how lifelong physical therapy and persistence can power any journey.

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Justine Buchanan with her horse and her daughter

Postpartum Healing: Reclaiming Confidence After Motherhood

After a traumatic delivery, Justine faced pain and incontinence that impacted her passion for horseback riding and her daily life. Pelvic floor physical therapy empowered her to heal, regain confidence, and embrace life as a mom, horseback rider, and barrel racer.

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Anne Ohman enjoys a day paddleboarding after rehabilitation for her scoliosis and Ehler's Danlos Syndrome.

Anne’s Journey: From Years of Pain to Hope with Therapeutic Associates

Anne’s story highlights the transformative power of a combined approach of physical therapy and massage therapy in treating scoliosis and Ehler’s Danlos Syndrome.

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Cindy Davidson - back to swimming after ankle surgery and rehab

Standing Strong — Cindy’s Inspiring Ankle Rehab Journey

Cindy’s journey through physical therapy exemplifies the power of perseverance, personalized care, and the invaluable guidance of a dedicated physical therapist. After years struggling with ankle injuries, through PT, Cindy found her way back to the things that bring her joy.

Recent Clinic Blog Posts

Our educational blogs draw on the expertise and experience of our therapists, bringing you the information you need to pursue an active, healthy, and pain-free life.
Low back pain (LBP) is one of the most common musculoskeletal conditions in the United States, and dry needling has shown promising results in treating this condition.

Recent Blog Posts

Our educational blogs draw on the expertise and experience of our therapists, bringing you the information you need to pursue an active, healthy, and pain-free life.
Holiday stress is no joke. Did you know that physical therapists can provide relief from tension-type headaches by correcting the problems that cause the pain?
Learn key PT-approved tips to reduce pain, protect your knee, and minimize downtime so you can get back on the slopes safely.
Build strength at home with zero equipment. Try these bodyweight exercises to boost running performance and prevent injury.

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**Important Notice**

We are temporarily closed

Due to unforeseen reasons, we have temporarily closed our clinic doors. We hope to be back open soon to continue to serve the Tacoma community. Until our return, please take note of the following.

Current or returning patients:
Please contact our University Place location at (253) 534-8993 for assistance in the continued coordination of your care.

New patients
We are happy to serve you at our University Place location. For more details and contact information, click the button below.