Mountain States Hand & Physical Therapy

08/21/2026

Congratulations, Dr. Brunell!
We are pleased to celebrate Dr. Megan Brunell’s impressive accomplishment of earning her Post-Professional Doctor of Occupational Therapy degree from Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions on 8/14/26!

Her capstone project evaluated the effectiveness of a structured educational seminar designed to improve occupational therapy practitioners' familiarity with 3D-printed orthoses and their readiness to integrate emerging technologies into hand therapy practice. Additionally, her manuscript, Educational Impact of a Three-Dimensional Printing Seminar for Occupational Therapy Practitioners, has been prepared for submission to the Journal of Hand Therapy.

Her university also acknowledged her scholarship, and she received the Emerging Researcher award. Congratulations, Dr. Brunell. We are so proud of you!

07/25/2026

We're excited to be featured as Arvada Economic Development's latest Business Spotlight! 🎉

We're proud to serve this amazing community and grateful for the trust our patients, providers, and neighbors place in us every day.

Check out the article to learn more about our story and what makes Mountain States Hand & Physical Therapy unique!

👉 https://arvadaeconomicdevelopment.org/news/business-spotlight-mountain-states/

Thank you, Arvada, for your continued support! 💙

Pam Bohling, Megan Brunell, and Sheila Morton were all working as clinicians in the corporate health world when they realized they wanted something more for their patients. They desired a clinic that was more patient- and clinician-focused, rather than productivity-focused. In 2006, they took a leap...

05/08/2026

Big congratulations to our very own Bridget Feely and Megan Brunell for taking home awards for Academic Excellence and Educator of the Year at Creighton University Occupational Therapy Program!!! 🎉

Apparently being ridiculously talented and smart enough to explain complicated ideas and concepts finally paid off.

Congratulations to our award winners! We’re lucky to have you on our team. 👏

02/02/2026

We’re excited to introduce Blake VanderPloeg PT, DPT to our practice. Blake is a Colorado native with her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the University of Colorado, Anschutz. She is passionate about navigating everyone's health journey alongside them as they heal and learn how to move the ways they want to again. She is looking forward to working with people across the lifespan, but particularly children and teens, as well as performing artists. Outside of the clinic, you can find Blake crafting, dancing, teaching dance, hiking, or reading.

12/16/2025

More holiday lights photos

12/16/2025

Proof that the MSHPT team knows how to sleigh the holidays!
Party bus ✅
Christmas lights ✅
Great people ✅
Feeling thankful for this crew and a great year!

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween from your Gotham therapy team! 🦇💚💜
Batman, the Joker, Poison Ivy, and Catwoman are reminding you to stay strong, flexible, and pain-free — no tricks, just treats for your health! 🎃💪

09/30/2025

Grateful for a team that makes the balancing act look effortless (and occasionally entertaining). Whether it’s managing a busy schedule or showing off some real juggling skills at our end-of-summer party, we’ve got it covered.

06/13/2025

Please help us welcome Keith McDonough, DPT to our Arvada location. Keith was born and raised in New Jersey. He moved to Denver in 2022 and graduated from Regis University in 2025 with a strong passion for helping others regain and maintain functional movement. He enjoys working across a variety of orthopedic conditions, with a particular focus on the spine and a growing specialization in pediatric care. Keith takes an education-first approach to physical therapy, believing that the more patients understand their bodies and environments, the more empowered they are in their recovery journey. He strives to create a supportive and motivating atmosphere, helping patients build both confidence and capability through tailored care and clear communication.
Whether it’s a child recovering from an injury or an adult navigating chronic spinal pain, Keith is committed to restoring movement and quality of life through compassionate, evidence-based practice.
Outside the clinic, you can find Keith exploring the outdoors, exploring the city, or spending quality time with his dog Bailey. He brings the same energy and curiosity from those adventures into his work, always aiming to help patients move forward—stronger, smarter, and more resilient.

06/13/2025

Please help us welcome Keith McDonough, DPT to our Arvada location. Keith was born and raised in New Jersey. He moved to Denver in 2022 and graduated from Regis University in 2025 with a strong passion for helping others regain and maintain functional movement. He enjoys working across a variety of orthopedic conditions, with a particular focus on the spine and a growing specialization in pediatric care. Keith takes an education-first approach to physical therapy, believing that the more patients understand their bodies and environments, the more empowered they are in their recovery journey. He strives to create a supportive and motivating atmosphere, helping patients build both confidence and capability through tailored care and clear communication.
Whether it’s a child recovering from an injury or an adult navigating chronic spinal pain, Keith is committed to restoring movement and quality of life through compassionate, evidence-based practice.
Outside the clinic, you can find Keith exploring the outdoors, exploring the city, or spending quality time with his dog Bailey. He brings the same energy and curiosity from those adventures into his work, always aiming to help patients move forward—stronger, smarter, and more resilient.