I just completed PT with Deanna Irwin-Sires, for neck pain and stiffness and upper shoulder pain and I could not be more pleased with my experience. After about two months of treatment, my neck is pain free and is back to its previous range of movement, and shoulder pain is gone. At my initial appointment, Deanna, did a complete evaluation of my posture, both sitting, standing and moving, explaining and demonstrating how a shift in my posture will have an effect on my neck pain. She prescribed a very doable short exercise routine, to strengthen my core, encourage deeper breathing, and realign my spine and take the strain off of neck muscles that have been overused during my past 60-plus years of computer work, driving and life in general. If an exercise seemed too complicated, she immediately broke it down into steps, or simplified it so that would not get frustrated, and could do it correctly right away. She has a very practical and down to earth attitude regarding PT. As a long time lap swimmer and a yoga practitioner, what I most appreciate is that she went over ways to incorporate my neck care and therapy into my regular exercise routine. She also recommended that I try sleeping on a memory foam cervical pillow, which has made an enormous difference in my sleep comfort and has helped my strained neck muscles heal. I wish that I had had Deanna evaluate my posture 30 years ago, as she is spot on regarding what I need to be aware of, as far as my posture is concerned. She offers suggestions and feedback in a very upbeat, positive manner, which I appreciate.
Deanna's knowledge of body mechanics is phenomenal, and she is a great communicator, giving constant feedback, in a supportive, encouraging manner. She is runs her own practice, is very experienced and professional, and is always the only therapist, so you always work with her, and not an assistant. The office is located very conveniently right off of Sand Point Way, and has plenty of free parking. I feel very fortunate to have found Deanna, and should I need further treatment, I will most certainly return to her. read more