As a person who loves bouldering, it sucks to have a wrist injury, preventing you to climb. I read a lot of good things about MoveMend Rehab and I wanted to check them out to see if they can give me information on my injury. They have a free 30-minute consultation to assess your situation which I think is a great feature of their service. I had the pleasure of working with Sam who's very experienced working with other climbers. Sam was very knowledgeable, professional, helpful, and attentive. I discovered more about my wrist injury, and even about the anatomy of my wrists. Because of this, I'm able to be more self-aware when I climb in the future to decrease the chances of me getting injured. Thankfully I found out that I only had TFCC irritation. The facility is a moderate size and they have plenty of rehab equipment for their patients. It's nice and organized as well. The parking outside isn't the best. Some tight parking and can be limited. Overall, I am very pleased with what MoveMend has to offer, and if I'm ever injured from climbing again, I'd come back here for evaluation. read more

MoveMend Rehab & Training - Inside - Occupational Therapy Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Sam seems to be the only climbing/finger specialist in all the local lands. His quiet demeanor and expansive knowledge makes for a very pleasant session. Since I started seeing him 5 months ago, we have both seen extensive improvement in injuries and strength. Help out your local climbers and send them to this guy. Also: free parking!! read more

I came to Move Mend with issues with my thumbs and wrists, a result of using computers for 40 years. On my penultimate session, the therapist asked me if I wanted some custom braces for my wrists. She asked me to call my insurance and ask "Do i have durable medical device coverage?" So, I did simply that. I called them up and was told, Indeed, I do have this coverage. On my last visit, which was happening around the start of COVID-19 (early March 2020), the therapist spent about 10 minutes creating these wrist braces right in front of me. A few months later, I was sent a bill for about $250. Apparently my insurance didn't cover the exorbitant invoice that they'd created for this. I think it only paid about $43, which seems about right for the work done. I emailed them, explaining that I did not feel I owed this bill. I did was what requested of me, I called my insurance and was told that this was a covered item. I went one step further, and asked them if I could pay 50% of it--but they refused and said they were going to put me into collections. Well, I am now in collections. I'm getting calls and letters nearly every single day for a measly $250 that I won't ever pay out of principle. read more

MoveMend is incredible! From the front desk staff to their providers I have never felt more comfortable and safe. I was out of network with my insurance but it wasn't a problem. I started on their cash pay PT program which included open gym access, visits with my PT and custom programming through their app. I've been to other PT clinics and never had this type of hands on constant care. I couldn't be more grateful for them and all that they have done for me! I finally feel like myself again and got my active life back!!!! Thank you! read more

Being billed for a second time (for the full year's amount) after having to correct my address multiple times, and they are still sending erroneous bills to the wrong address. This is why the medical community has such a terrible name concerning services and poor billing/over-billing. The below is what I wrote in July with all the crap they put me through (I decided not to send because I thought they fixed some of their issues and APPEARED earnest and apologetic): I saw Aaron Shaw twice for what MAY have been tendonosis in my forearms. It was 2 visits and a giant bill for basically a talking to and exercises to temper myself to cope with pain, also suggestions for alternative pull-ups. They tried to get me to come back for more visits and I couldn't see the value after two lectures and not a lot of breakthrough solutions or exercises or anything that felt like, "yeah, I see how this could work." Today I get an EMAIL to pay by Friday or suffer collections because they have been sending bills and haven't had any response. I examine the bill and they have been sending it to the wrong address all this time. Even after I call them to see where my bill is and verify they have the correct address for me. NOT ONE PERSON THERE PICKED UP THE PHONE TO CALL ME! Be warned! Bad business. read more

I've spent the past two years at MoveMend. Not only do I have full flexibility back in my shoulder and hips, I've now gained strength and feel confident with my body again! I highly recommend this place to anyone! The trainers and staff are supper friendly and helpful. read more

After back surgery I had occupational therapy for my hand, physical therapy for my back rehab and subsequent shoulder therapy, and now do regular training sessions (aka "physio-coaching") to maintain and improve strength, endurance, stability, etc. I can't say enough positive things about these people and this place - it has been life-changing. The main focus seems to be mostly on helping more elite/accomplished athletes get back on track, but if you're a "regular" person like me you don't feel any less of a priority. The physio-coaching is pricey, but worth every cent, particularly since every single trainer is an accredited physical therapist. I love it here. read more

I really like this place. Friendly staff, bright and clean facilities, easy scheduling and for me: great results so far. My PT is Barbara, we started working together March 1st (can't believe it's only 30 days!) on addressing knee pain due to cartilage issues. The short summary is: she is very encouraging, fun to work with, challenges me in the right places and my knees are happier than ever (I started to go back to running after about 3 years of no running). For me she hits the exact right spot of making sure I have progress but helping me not going too fast and risking that progress. The longer story: I had been doing some PT work since November (in a different state) but was still not back to being able to doing my usual activities such as running or playing tennis. I had asked for a PT who is active herself (Barbara plays tennis and is a runner). During our sessions we usually did strengthening exercises, sometimes some manual work on the knee and stretching. I got some homework exercises (sent to my email address with link to videos/explanations on how to) for strengthening as well. I never felt overwhelmed by the amount of homework exercises (sometimes PTs think you have 2 hours a day to do your homework exercises...). I loved how Barbara kept the sessions challenging (expect some sweating!) but never went too far and checks in often to ensure we hit the right level of challenge. She was super mindful of how my knee reacted to exercises and pulled back or progressed exercises accordingly. What was very valuable for me is that she encouraged me to try stuff that I thought my knee can't handle but it turned out it was fine - so she did some psychological work too. She helped me set the right expectations and evaluate the knees' reactions better - it's okay if if there is some discomfort, it's not okay if it's pain for days after a run. She recommended starting a diary for my activities and monitor the pain levels in my knee which helped me realize my knees are fine more often than not. After having had knees issues for so long I was quite caught in this mindset of "my knees can't handle anything". I recently went snowboarding and am still surprised how well my knees held up. We will soon move on to some agility work and I am super excited about that part. This will be under their personal training program (not Physio Therapy anymore) since I am officially discharged for my knee. I was thinking about doing personal training for a while and am super happy they offer that and can keep working with Barbara. I expect to be back to playing tennis in no time (no pressure, Barbara... :-)). The only critic I have is that I LOVE MANUAL THERAPY (it's like a massage to me) and I was somewhat sad that we did not do a lot of that. But I also understand that what my knee needed was not more relief but more strength - gotta put in the work... Some other notes: - The front desk staff is super friendly and funny too. It was easy to make appointments or switch them around. You get email notifications and reminders. - The facilities are clean and bright. They have a big room with some cardio machines and space for doing weights or exercises with boxes and all kind of equipment that is shared by everyone having a session at that time - but I never felt it was crowded (max of 2 patients at a time with plenty of space). There are also treatment rooms where I always started my sessions so there is privacy to discuss treatment plans or do manual therapy. read more

After my first ever injury, I was recommended to see a PT at MoveMend. As an adult who has never had any injuries in the past, I had no idea what to expect from PT or even how to get the help I needed, let alone know what help I needed! Erin my PT at MoveMend used quantifiable methods of assessing my injury to thoroughly screen me and understand what was going on. She helped me come up with an action-oriented plan for reintroducing sports back into my life at the appropriate level to aid with my recovery without aggravating my injury more. She also gave me helpful exercises to do and clear instructions on how to do them. I also really appreciated the time she spent just answering my questions about the anatomy of the human body and explaining everything really in depth. Overall, she was kind, supportive, and informative and I loved working with her. Everyone who works there is just so kind! read more

Ryan is an amazing PT. She really knows what she's talking about. She helped me figure out that I needed to get an MRI for my persistent but mild hip pain. I found out I needed surgery and will definitely return to her for rehab. She also helped my shoulder pain by showing me that I was compensating post-injury with the wrong muscles. Can't recommend her highly enough. read more

I have seen a variety of physical therapists through out my life. Some for hairdressing pains, some for snowboard injuries and now for a severe accident, I have been going to Karan Greeley. I am very analytical of my body and extremely aware of how to use it. Unfortunately I've been challenged with getting all my injuries correctly assessed from this recent major accident. Karan Greeley has been a ray of light in the dark tunnel of healing. Her expertise is immense and impressive. Her characteristics and motivation, as well as inspiration have been a blessing. Not only is she able to address my physical needs, creatively and patiently, but she is always "ON," I really am grateful for her knowledge and fantastic abilities. I tell everyone she has "magic hands and X-Ray goggles." PT's are like hairdressers- not everyone is right, or right for you,just because that's their "profession!" I would strongly recommend Karen Greeley. read more

I have had great experiences with both PT & OT at MoveMend. Due to chronic conditions I often have aches and pains (and less than perfect movement patterns). Sam and Aaron have been great in working with me to come up with realistic solutions that fit my lifestyle, and allow me to do the activities that I want. What more could I ask for? Good coffee, too! read more

I love MoveMend! I'm hoping the industry is moving towards this style of integrated care. Aaron (Occupational Therapy) helped with my shoulder issue and handed me off to Garrett (personal training) to strengthen my shoulder and body. They also have physical therapists and offer group workout classes. Having the multi-disciplinary approach in one office really helps - the team help each another understand the big picture of each client. I've never had to wait for my appointment and always get out on time. I see Garrett for a weekly workout and appreciate his level of technical knowledge about the inner workings of the body. I've noticed I get maximum results with minimum input - he really targets the areas needing strengthened most. read more

Personalized treatments are helpful in eliminating the health issues you are experiencing. I got hand therapy in Seattle, WA, for my body pain. They got a team of skilled and certified physical therapists. You get an in-depth diagnosis of your body before they start or design a treatment plan. The best part is that you get a personalized treatment plan because the problem varies from person to person. At the clinic, they have friendly staff members who are ready to assist you to the best of their knowledge. I strongly recommend the natural healthcare services of MoveMend Rehab and Performance. read more

Update: after ten sessions on my legs, "armed" (legged?) with an at-home stretching regimen, I went off on a ten-hour plane ride to Europe with no problems, played tourist walking around all day long, took the ten-hour plane ride back, and - very very happy! Secondary problem - a mild wrist strain that wouldn't heal. Aaron Shaw came up with a plan, and I'm back to opening jars like a normal person. Fantastic! I may never have to come back!!! read more

I have been seeing Mica for less than 6 months but am finally pain free for the first time in 2.5 years! Standard physical therapy did not work for me, I completed it but still had chronic pain. The problem never went away, I just kept re-injuring myself because of muscle weakness. Strength training with a skilled physical therapist has made a huge difference. I am mostly pain free, my energy has increased, I am working out and using my body again in ways that feel good. I highly recommend trying MoveMend if you are struggling to bounce back from injury or even just want a trainer to help you get back on track with exercise. read more

Aaron at MoveMend has been my "go to" practitioner for all my upper extremity, elbow and hand patients. His evidence based knowledge and kind demeanor are inviting to any injured athlete, desk-jockey, Gardner and other repetitive motion injured people. His expertise is what I go to him for. His staff and energy are why people love him. read more

Karen Greeley is the most amazing PT ever. She fixed my neck a few years ago, and I have followed her to this new location for hip issues. She is warm, friendly and supremely competent at determining the problem and how to go about rehabilitating it. She "sees", understands, and treats her patients holistically. I am so glad to have found her. read more

In mid-April 2021, I went to see Sam Watkins for pre-op PT for shoulder surgery. I had just had a very painful flare up from calcific tendonitis as well as the beginnings of frozen shoulder due to the calcific tendonitis. My mobility was extremely limited (getting dressed was a challenge), but after about six-eight weeks my mobility was back, and I had decided to hold off on the surgery. I am able to again do the things I love and I feel like my shoulder is stronger and more flexible than it has been in a long time. I appreciate how Sam makes an effort to explain the how and why behind the regimen he prescribes, and this was motivating for me as I started to see physical improvements. Additionally, Sam has a great personality, is very easy to work with, and I highly recommend him! read more

This place is amazing, not only helped me work through some tough shoulder issues, but now I have a strong core that is allowing me to get back into training with confidence that I won't get seriously injured. I LOVE this place. I've seen Aaron for injury and Sahba for training and the whole office is amazing!!! read more

I really messed up my Knee Snowboarding early this year and went to MoveMend. They were able to quickly find the exact problem as well as a few others that I had been living with that I didn't realize and were contributing to my knee being prone to injury. After a few sessions and about six weeks I was back on the slopes. What really impresses me about the people of MoveMend is their knowledge and understanding of how my muscles and joints move (and supposed to move), it's like they have X-Ray vision! I highly recommend this company, they are amazing! read more

Outstanding! Working with Aaron and Sahba to rehabilitate my shoulder and build strength. Personalized care and even laser treatment. Out of this world care! read more

Great experience! I came in after wrist surgery and worked with Aaron for hand therapy. Aaron was very knowledgeable, helpful, and made the process fun! He tailored the treatment to my specific needs instead of a one size fits all approach. Highly recommend! read more

Been seeing Aaron & Joel now for a few months after very poor experience of 'the system' of institutionalized OP rehab following a major stroke that just wasn't yielding results. Aaron has a different fresh approach targeting the core of the body (Pilates-like). Having good strategies to get me motivated to workout at home is very important and he delivers. Erica at the front desk is always super helpful as well trying to work around my nutty schedule. I don't hesitate a bit to highly recommend Aaron and his crew! read more

I came to MoveMend with shoulder pain that made it difficult to sleep on my side and prevented me from performing my regular gym routine. I was worried that I would have to live with the pain the rest of my life and finally decided to seek professional help. Aaron and Joel worked together to create an exercise program that made me feel stronger and alleviated my pain. After 6 weeks, I am sleeping comfortably and nearly back to my regular gym routine. Thanks Aaron and Joel! read more

I've seen a lot of PTs and OTs in the last year, and Movemend is the best I've been to. Really knowledgable folks who were able to focus on getting me back to more physically engaging and recreational activities, rather than just simple day to day functioning, as it seems like a lot of PTs and OTs do. They helped to accommodate my financial needs by spacing out appointments and having between appointment check-ins over email. Specifically, Aaron is a fantastic hand therapist and really great guy. read more

As someone who sits at a desk a good portion of the day, I was thrilled to discover that Aaron does ergonomic evaluations. I had been struggling daily and was never able to get comfortable at my desk. I had ordered a couple of items that I thought would help me, i.e. a back roll and a cushion for my chair. Mostly these just added to my discomfort and I spent a good part of my day adjusting and readjusting my set up. By observing me doing regular work tasks and taking photos of me at my desk, Aaron was able to asses my posture, my chair height and my computer monitor position, among other things I was totally unaware of. The suggestions he offered me ranged from a few simple tweaks to purchasing a foot stool and a document holder - nothing extravagant. The advice he gave me has made a positive difference and I'm so much more comfortable at my work station. Of course there is work on my part and I have to remind myself to correct my posture and position at times, but once I do, I can settle in and be productive. If you're having trouble concentrating at work because you're always fidgeting and readjusting, I highly recommended MoveMend for an ergonomic evaluation. It's definitely worth it! read more

Carly and Sahba are awesome! Due to a neck/shoulder injury getting back to regular exercise was difficult. With Carly working with me on healing and strengthening my injury and Sahba targeting my lower body, I've been able to get back to a level of activity and strength I never could have done on my own. I've also learned so much about how my particular body works and the patterns of use to counter. Thanks so much! read more

As a surgeon and a mother, my shoulder had been bothering me for almost a year. I spent the past 6 weeks working diligently with Aaron Shaw and now am doing beautifully. His individualized care and thorough treatment of my overall body mechanics worked efficiently to return me to "sport" (aka picking up my newborn and 22 month old and doing surgery!). I recommend MoveMend without reservation and am so thrilled to have found this gem! read more

I work as a registered nurse, and have worked in labor fields and have crashed my mountain bike more than I like to admit prior to this career - meaning: I have put my 5'6" 130# body through a lot of challenges and I still do. The experts (literally, experts) at MoveMend have helped me correct poor alignment so I can do a task without pain, and then helped me learn how to do the task with strength. After injuries, Aaron (hand and arm) and Sam (complicated ankle) have shown me how to heal myself, and now we are working on strengthening. For my overall better being, Garrett (trainer) has introduced me to the subtleties of working CORRECTLY with my core - how many times have I been told over years to "use my core!" Well, helps if I know exactly what that means! Thanks to Garrett, I absolutely know what that means and I feel stronger at 49 than I ever have been - despite having been a very active and hard-working person. I know my body extremely well, and I am particular about who I have instruct or touch my body - too many little injuries over decades makes it easier to exacerbate a problem in my back or neck or knee and I've had practitioners in Seattle who sent me backwards instead of forwards. Not MoveMend - the staff is beyond excellent. Everyone at MoveMend knows how to listen, knows how to assess, and knows just how to encourage me while making sure I'm safe and (relatively) comfortable. Getting well and staying well, getting strong after an injury is WORK - I could not have invented a better crew to help me become the active and healthy person I want to be. I can't thank them enough. read more

The team at MoveMend really helped me get over my back pain. I do a lot of lifting in my job so I needed to get it fixed quick. They also have long hours so it's easy to get in before or after work. read more

I would feel comfortable sending anyone to Aaron and his team at MoveMend. They obviously know their stuff and care for their patients. Also, their facilities are really nice. Love this place! read more

Ryan Simmons at MoveMend is the kind of experienced physical therapist you want to reclaim your body and all its potential for easy movement

Talk about a gold mine of incredibly talented, first-class providers! Aaron has put together a team that truly is a force to be reckoned with. I've been seeing Karen, Sam and Garrett, and have found that they are all highly skilled and top of their field! (That's not even an exaggeration.) In the last few years since being injured, I've seen more providers in the Seattle area than you would probably believe, and I have found that this is one of the most talented and caring groups you will find! They will personalize and tailor my treatment plan (sometimes on the fly if I am having a flair up) without even skipping a beat! I really feel like they are invested in my health, and I'm not just another person walking in the door. They do so much more than just the standard physical therapy I've experienced elsewhere. If you or someone you know is needing PT, strength training, or looking to improve personal fitness and wants to have the best quality of care- this is definitely where you want to be. read more

If you are dealing with pain, I highly recommend going to see Ryan. She helped me identify what parts of my spine and body were actually causing the pain, how they were related, and what I could do about it. She doesn't get overwhelmed by multiple chronic pain issues & does amazing body work during the session that I found so much more effective than chiropractic work. And, she makes you laugh (so, if you're dealing with rib pain, watch out... :) highest recommendation! read more

The MoveMend Team was a pleasure to work with to regain mobility, strength, and flexibility after I broke a few key parts of my body. I worked with Ryan on pelvic issues and with Aaron on elbow/arm/collarbone issues. Their approach worked for me for a number of reasons. First, they quickly understood my goals and tailored the approach accordingly. No cut and paste solutions. They get it, and that quickly generated a high level of trust. Second, they kept it simple and fun. Just one or two specific goals for the week and exercises/movements that were more like playing than doing prescribed recovery assignments. I have no doubt that I have recovered faster and have had infinitely more fun because MoveMend was a part of my recovery team. read more