I tore my ATFL (ankle ligaments) and had to have surgery. I was then referred to Power By Motion…read morefor rehab. After the past six months of attending on and off bi-weekly sessions, I am finally starting to be able to walk again! A simple everyday task that I took for granted in my past that now has taken me over a year to be able to do again! I owe this success in large part to my Physical Therapist Jake!
Jake created a specific personalized treatment plan just for me. He keeps our sessions fresh and exciting by always pushing me harder, so I continue to get better and reach my goals.
He is extremely knowledgeable and explains why we're doing each exercise and how it relates to my walking goals.
He also has a background working with athletes and uses that education to skillfully add-in exercises that are known to help speed up recovery. In addition, he teaches me stretches that help reduce inflammation and decrease my chance of being sore later.
Jake starts our sessions out with a targeted massage and the moment I tense up or show pain he backs off that spot, works the area around the spot for a few minutes and then goes back to that painful spot, and it usually no longer hurts.
After the massage, we start the workout which varies each time. Powered By Motion is fitted with lots of fancy equipment and I've had the pleasure of getting to play with quite a few! Some of these exciting exercise equipment items include resistance bands, vestibular discs, balance board, foam roller, stretch strap, aerobic step, staircase, stability trainer, weight bars, etc.
During our sessions Jake allows me to pick the music - which I love! It makes working out easier when there are good tunes on!
During the difficult, but necessary exercises Jake is good at distracting me, so I can keep going. But don't ever forget your count or you're starting over lol!
The majority of my appointments have been with Jake; however, I have also worked with Grant a few times. Both therapists are friendly, professional, encouraging, and respectful.
Grant also provides an in-depth and enjoyable massage that wakes up your muscles and prepares them for the second half of the session - strengthening. Grant fills the session with several exercises that feel beneficial and geared towards my recovery. In addition, since he's not my main physical therapist he also checks Jake's notes and makes sure to follow the plan he set so we stay on track with my rehab schedule.
Stefanie and Miranda are always so friendly and welcoming as you arrive. They quickly check me in and often offer a beverage and snack while I wait. In the lobby area, there is also a Keurig with coffee and coffee condiments, tea, bottled water, crackers, fruit snacks, and more.
I have also had the privilege of recently meeting the owner, Roland, at a deliciously catered event at Powered By Motion. He was insightful, kind, and thoughtful. It's nice when even the owner seems to be appreciative and considerate about his customer's well-being and hold his employee's in high regard.
Rehab can be hard and painful, but Jake makes our sessions fun and not feel so agonizing like I had originally feared they'd be.
Since I've been working with Jake, I've noticed that my balance, flexibility, stability, strength, coordination, and posture have all improved! In addition, I've had increased energy, more confidence, higher self-esteem, and a better attitude. I can finally feel the anger, fear, and depression of my handicap melt away as I become more in control of my body and get back to walking again.
All in all, I have enjoyed attending Powered By Motion and I am pleased with my progress as I feel I am on the right track to recovery. I would absolutely recommend Powered By Motion for all your physical therapy needs and more specifically Physical Therapists Jake and Grant!