- Osteoporosis
- Arthritis
- Fibromyalgia
- Primary CareA physical therapist can help to diagnose and treat BPPV, cervicogenic dizziness, PPPD (Persistent Postural Perceptual Dizziness), vestibular nerve hypofunction, vestibular migraine and post-surgical acoustic neuroma. Other vestibular related conditions, such as superior canal dehiscence, Meniere’s disease, and nestibular neuritis will require a referral to another specialist. In some cases, your neurologist, otolaryngologist, audiologist, or primary care physician will work in conjunction with a physical therapist in order to properly diagnose and treat the condition.
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Multiple SclerosisHe now joins Bellingham Physical Therapy to combine his passion for rehabilitation in both mind and body to treat each patient holistically while addressing their musculoskeletal concerns. Eric was trained in the Maitland Approach of Orthopedic Manual Therapy which utilizes joint mobilization and manipulation of the extremities and spine, neurodynamic techniques, stretching, stabilizing exercises, and functional exercises specific to each individual. In addition to all orthopedic conditions, Eric works with chronic pain, vestibular rehabilitation, and some neurologic conditions including but not limited to concussion, Parkinson’s, and Multiple Sclerosis.
- Depression
- Mental HealthThere are many concussion related symptoms which can greatly affect your physical, emotional, and mental health. Symptoms include but are not limited to headache, imbalance, dizziness, blurry vision, ringing in the ears, confusion, difficulty concentrating, depression, and agitation. When these symptoms last for a few weeks after the initial concussion, it is often referred to as post-concussion syndrome. If left unaddressed, these symptoms can last for months to years. A physical therapist can help to alleviate symptoms and aide in quicker recovery from these symptoms.
- UltrasoundA variety of physical modalities are available to enhance the patient’s recovery. These include mechanical traction, ultrasound, electrical stimulation, laser, heat and ice. We also provide SCENAR treatment, a
- MRI
- ChemotherapyBalance – Chemotherapy can cause a condition called neuropathy, which can lead to numbness or weakness in the hands and feet. If you have neuropathy in your feet, your balance and coordination may become impaired. Physical Therapists will test your balance to determine the best treatment plan to address your impairments and improve your stability.
- OrthopedicsHeather graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Biology with minors in Chemistry & Psychology from the University of Denver in 1998. She earned a Master of Physical Therapy from Idaho State University in 2001. She then moved from Idaho to Washington and joined the team at Bellingham Physical Therapy in 2001. In 2008, Heather earned clinical specialist certification in Orthopedics from the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties.
- Whiplash
- Joint Replacement
- Sports MedicineJessica has been a member of the BPT team since 2016. She attended Western Washington University where she studied Kinesiology with a focus in Sport Psychology. She became a Certified Personal Trainer through the National Academy of Sports Medicine in November of 2022. She plans to continue studying and earning certifications through NASM in nutrition and wellness.
- Physical TherapyEric graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Portland State University in 2016. He worked in the psychology field as a residential treatment specialist, serving to assist in the rehabilitation of adults living with severe mental illness transitioning from the state hospital to semi-independent living. In 2021, Eric received his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Pacific University in Oregon. After graduation, Eric worked as a travel physical therapist in Oregon, Arizona, and California at outpatient orthopedic clinics.
- Shoulder Pain
- Neck Pain
- Back Pain
- Manual TherapyEric was trained in the Maitland Approach of Orthopedic Manual Therapy which utilizes joint mobilization and manipulation of the extremities and spine, neurodynamic techniques, stretching, stabilizing exercises, and functional exercises specific to each individual. As a result, Eric is able to treat all orthopedic conditions of the extremities as well as the spine that include but are not limited to acute injuries, pre and post-surgical rehab, age related joint pain, and chronic pain.
- Foot Pain