A gifted, knowledgeable healer who also happens to be a super nice guy? Yes, please!…read more I came to Rehab Zone because I was looking for a physical therapist who was a Certified Functional Manual Therapist -- David and Lauren are both certified by the Institute of Physical Art. Unlike most physical therapists, who can guide you on your healing journey with stretches and exercises, CFM therapist take a more hand-on approach -- literally. I mean, they use their hands to help get your body realigned or to relearn how to function properly. Let me give you an example. I came to David with some serious foot/ankle pain. Now, I'm a distance runner who has a chronic neural pain conditions, so I'm used to a little discomfort at all times. But man, this sharp pain in my ankle had me in bed the two days before I came to David. I could not shift weight from from my heel to toe at all, and bearing any weight at all took some fortitude of character. And I had about a month to get ready for a marathon... After the usual 1st-time-patient paper questionnaire, watching me trying to walk/limp and do a pretty pathetic attempt at a squat, and some strength tests, David also felt my feet and shins ad found that the problem was not really just the feet: my fibula head was out of alignment! This was apparently causing the bottom of my fibula to aggravate whatever my appallingly flat arches were doing (or not doing). Getting the right diagnosis is key -- I had been to other healers recently, but none had detected this as the root problem. Beyond insightful diagnostics, David also knew exactly what to do to help the healing process along, and he showed me a few simple things I could do at home So he did a few manual adjustments using a strap and his hands and BOOM! My fibula head was back on track! He showed me how I could mimic this at home with a rolled hand towel, and this has been a huge help in self care. He also manipulated and pressed on my feet, ankles, and shins, to get everything loosened up, realigned, and functioning properly. By the time I left, I could bear more weight on that foot and transition weight a little more easily. My ankle was noticeably more mobile, and my squat was much deeper. Most importantly, the pain was significantly less. One week later, my foot was almost back to normal. This time, I he showed my how to do more self-manual-care so I could make sure my fibula stayed mobile. When I left after my second appointment, I could almost do a full squat and shift weight from heel to toe and back again with almost full weight! So what is functional manual therapy? You can try Googling it, but I found the IPA website unhelpful. But here is my take: to a bystander, it may look like a massage. In my mind, it is not unlike Rolfing, but it is different, it seems, in its approach and methods. Basically, I think David uses his hands to remind my muscles and bones of where they are supposed to be and how they are supposed to be moving and relating to one another. Sure, if I had done the exercises and stretches that a traditional PT would have assigned me, my fibula eventual would have come to realize its wrongdoings and maybe even come to repent for its sins on its own. But CFM's "hand-on" approach helped my fibula figure this out much more quickly so I could achieve healing more quickly. Thanks to David, his intelligence, and his gifted hands, I think my feet will be in fine shape to run that marathon in 3 weeks. I've been to lots of physical therapists around the country for both my neuropathy and for running-related issues. I'm gonna have to say right here that David Haas is one of my favorite PTs. So very glad I found the Rehab Zone,

I went into the Rehab Zone for my first appointment with acute pain and a lot of frustration with…read moremy body as a result. Kaleigh got me out of my own head and took great care in tracking down the cause of my pain and empowering me with the tools to care for myself following each session. Communication with the rehab zone team was excellent and I felt very comfortable coming in for in-person appointments with the COVID protocols they have in place. Can't recommend them enough!

Honestly, I feel that Appletree Physical Therapy Practice in Burlington is top notch! The…read moretherapists are awesome! All of them are knowledgeable and have been practicing for a long time and work well as a group. I had a complicated shoulder repair ( second surgery, bicep, rotator cuff, 5 anchors etc). 7 weeks after surgery my shoulder froze up. I am a tennis player and I knew this was going to be a long recovery. I researched many therapy groups in the Burlington area and needed to find a good PT and I chose Appletree even though it was a half hour drive to get there. It was 100% worth it! I worked with Dan Curry for my rehab. and he was terrific. At our first meeting, he conducted an intensive intake and really listened to the history of my shoulder issues. He is a medical professional who listens and actually remembers what the problems are and took the surgeons' plan, and followed it yet he also added his own expertise which I found to be very helpful. He and the other therapists know their science and how to balance the passive and active techniqes and gradually introduce the strengthening. Up until my final vist, Dan's care and approach was excellent. All of the therapists there were so good and they have worked with each other for many years. It felt like I was part of their "family" every time I came in. There is a lot of humor. It is a very happy place! Dan's approach was caring and balanced nicely - He massaged the shoulder and used the ultrasound thingy for the first 10 minutes of each session. Then we did the exersizes, and he recorded my progress/ measurements for how high I could reach etc. Next, we did table exercizes and he did the manual stretching which can be painful. He would stretch me further each time, but he was able to "read" my face and knew how far to stretch. Lastly, each session, I had the Tens machine and ice /heat for 15 minutes. Appletree is very busy and from what I observed, they treat athletes and all age groups. I was so impressed with their treatment of the elderly patients and also the playfulness of their style with the younger generation. All of them were interactive with all of the patients and it is clear that they care about the patients and their recovery. They make doing PT fun and that is a pretty high compliment! I highly recommend all of them! Donarae D .N.

I just completed my final session at Appletree Bay PT with Dan and it was a real sad day having to…read moresay goodbye. I wanted to say goodbye for now, since I don't hope to be injured again anytime soon, but then again, having a reason to go back to see them all again wouldn't be bad. Honestly! I enjoyed every session. Each therapist that I interacted with with friendly, outgoing and caring. They are truly like a large family there and they welcome you in with open arms. I was given great advice and homework for in-between each session that helped speed up my recovery. They were highly recommended to me by several people and now I too would highly recommend Appletree Bay Physical Therapy to anyone and especially Dan!

Joe is THE MAN when others couldn't figure out what was wrong he did. I've had some other PTs in my…read moreday. But never had one with his depth and breadth of expertise. The fact that he was really willing to listen and get me involved in my therapy really sets him apart. He's been able to do some work on me that has helped me out a lot. As a plus, he's taken time to go out tho the parking lot and give me advice about my motorcycle and better posture. I have recommended him to just about everybody. I also saw him a few years ago (before Yelp) for another injury and I raved about that encounter as well.

Bright, experienced, and talented Physical Therapist. Effective and efficient, Joe is impressively…read morebright, educated, personable and talented. I'm a 60 yrs. old woman who enjoys an athletic lifestyle. Joe's doesn't simply help heal the injury: he listens closely and talks about why each stretch or strengthening activity helps. That understand enables me to pay better attention to aches and pains to ensure speedy recovery, re-gain range of motion, and strengthen myself to minimize possible future injury. Hands down he's THE MAN for depth and breadth of expertise. He is a nice, dynamic person who is happy to answer any question.

Eternal gratitude to Catamount's crackerjack team--From Shaun, TMJ-PT expert, David, sports massage…read morepro, Stacey and Taylor, front desk masters, to Trilby, who transformed massage into a much-needed pup connection...a professional practice outshining the many stars in the wellbeing universe. Such a joy to have found such a gem in South Burlington. You are part of what makes Vermont so strong and compassionate.

I highly recommend the amazing staff and services at Catamount Physical Therapy. They were there…read morefor me after injuries, an accident, and surgery, and they always exceeded my needs with kindness, expertise and patience. Shaun is caring and knows his stuff!

I participated in what I consider regular therapy or talk therapy for about 1.5 years before…read morelearning and exploring Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART). I felt that I needed to change up the style of therapy because I felt stuck. I researched a therapist near me, and Dr. Norwood was one of a few that offered it. His sessions are through Zoom and about 45-60 minutes long depending on what I needed that day. I did about 8 sessions total. The first session was a consultation and what struck me the most about it was that Dr. Norwood asked me if I felt comfortable and safe with him, of which no therapist had asked me before. It felt that he genuinely cared about my well-being. Dr. Norwood is extremely patient, his voice is calming, and he is very consistent. He would always allow the opportunity to ask questions to help understand the whole process. In this type of therapy, I knew I needed to have an open mind and trust the process for it to make a true impact. For me, it would take a few days after a session to realize how much had changed mentally and emotionally for me. Reflecting back on where I started, I realize how successful ART has been, and Dr. Norwood's practice is a testament to that.

I've had Dr. Moore as my primary care physician for about 5 years now. He is extremely friendly…read moreand a very capable doctor. For every odd issue I run into he has a diagnosis and a plan. He has even written his own patient management software that he uses to manage each patient's care electronically. This is something that should be important to every patient. I feel comfortable recommending Dr. Moore to friends and family.

River Rock provided exceptional care and guidance during a challenging time in my life. The team…read moreat River Rock is caring and compassionate. They treated me with dignity and respect. They offer a whole body wellness approach that includes somatic sessions, yoga, breath work, acupuncture, CBT, DBT, and IFS groups (to name a few!). The team offered recovery coaches and clinical therapist - a collaborative, experienced, and insightful team of professionals. The Adventure Recovery outings were so important in helping me regain confidence in building healthy, sober connections with others. These sober adventures included paddle boarding on Lake Champlain, River Rafting, cold water plunges with breath work workshops, hiking, rock climbing, pickleball, and so many more activities. River Rock changed the course of my life. The hardest thing was to reach out and ask for help. That fear was put to rest immediately upon my first phone session with their wonderful Admissions Mgr, Mary, she is the best of the best. Choosing the right program for regaining my mental and emotional health was the most important decision I've made in recent years. River Rock is truly a light house standing as a beacon of hope for those of us being tossed about in the turbulent waters of life. If you need help with an unhealthy relationship with alcohol, other substance abuse, or are struggling with severe anxiety or depression...they can offer resources and guidance to sobriety, stability and clarity. I will remain forever grateful for the care team at River Rock Treatment.

This was my first professional reiki experience and I'm so glad I tried it! Toby took time to talk…read morethrough what to expect and learn more about what I wanted to focus on during the session. They have such a calming voice, it was so easy to relax and let them do their thing. I really appreciated the check in afterward, it helped me unpack the things I felt/experienced. Can't recommend them highly enough!