Therapeutic Associates Bend Physical Therapy

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Therapeutic Associates Bend Physical Therapy At Therapeutic Associates Bend Physical Therapy, we are committed to working with you to optimize your experience on your road to recovery and maximum healing.

Therapeutic Associates Bend Physical Therapy is a locally owned and directed physical therapy practice. We specialize in orthopedic physical therapy, sports rehabilitation, pediatric orthopedic physical therapy, and hand therapy. Our goal is to provide the most comprehensive, highest quality physical therapy in Central Oregon. We are committed to working with you, one-on-one to get you moving on your road to recovery and maximum healing. Our emphasis on education, cutting edge techniques, and quality sets us apart from all other therapy providers in the region. We will partner with you to GET MOVING toward the best physical health life can offer. Located in the Center building on the St. Charles campus, our staff brings a diverse range of experience, including spine care, shoulder injuries, knee injuries, foot and ankle injuries, total joint replacement, balance issues, pediatric orthopedics, and hand therapy.

From Student to Director: My Career Journey at Therapeutic Associates Physical TherapyChristine Taylor joined Richland P...
10/14/2026

From Student to Director: My Career Journey at Therapeutic Associates Physical Therapy

Christine Taylor joined Richland Physical Therapy as an aide in 1996, returned as a staff PT in 2000, and became Clinic Director in 2013. In 2019, she became a Therapeutic Associates shareholder.

Her advice for future PTs: look for a company that invests in your growth through mentorship, support and continuous learning.

Read Christine's full journey: https://www.therapeuticassociates.com/from-student-to-director-my-career-journey-at-therapeutic-associates-physical-therapy/

Thinking about a career in physical therapy? Explore openings across OR, WA, ID and CA: https://www.therapeuticassociates.com/careers/

10/12/2026

Get to know us 👋

👉🏽Our team at Camas played “pass the phone” to share a little bit about who they are!

October is PT month and all month long we are highlighting the people and teams that make PT possible! 🎉

Celebrate with us by following along all month to meet more of our Therapeutic Associates Physical TherapyTeam!


Therapeutic Associates Physical Therapy Camas

⁉️Got a question about physical therapy you’ve always wondered about? 🌟Now’s your chance to ask a PT directly.Drop your ...
10/09/2026

⁉️Got a question about physical therapy you’ve always wondered about?
🌟Now’s your chance to ask a PT directly.

Drop your question in the comments or in-clinic question box. 👇🏽
We’ll answer top questions all month.

     

Why is the relationship between a PT and their patient so important? Here’s what our clinicians say. 👇It starts with a s...
10/07/2026

Why is the relationship between a PT and their patient so important? Here’s what our clinicians say. 👇

It starts with a simple idea: you are the expert on your own life.
Your PT brings the clinical expertise. You bring your experience, your goals, your challenges, and your priorities. And together, you figure out what comes next.

That’s why a physical therapy evaluation is about more than checking a box. It’s where your PT learns what you’re dealing with, what matters most to you, and what you want to get back to.

It’s also a big part of why PT involves more than exercise: the plan is built with you, not handed to you.

Want to know what else sets PT apart?
Read the full piece, “What Is Physical Therapy, Really?” Link in bio.

     

10/05/2026

Curious what it’s really like to be a physical therapist? Hear it straight from the people who do it every day. 💛

“I like personally making a difference in people’s lives. The ability to get someone go from ‘I can barely walk to the car’ to ‘I’m on the ground playing with my grandkids’… And having that huge & positive change in someones life is super empowering.” - Jacob DuVall, PT

👀 Read more in our blog, Why Become a Physical Therapist? Insights from Real PTs
Link in bio.

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Happy National Physical Therapy Month!!📣All of October we are celebrating PT month and the people that make physical the...
10/01/2026

Happy National Physical Therapy Month!!📣
All of October we are celebrating PT month and the people that make physical therapy great!
Follow us to learn more and see how we celebrate!

TMD isn’t just jaw pain. It can show up as ear ringing, tooth pain, even headaches.Temporomandibular Disorders, also kno...
09/30/2026

TMD isn’t just jaw pain. It can show up as ear ringing, tooth pain, even headaches.

Temporomandibular Disorders, also known as TMJ dysfunction, can be a tricky beast. Many people don’t recognize the symptoms — from jaw pain, clicking, popping, and locking, into unexpected issues like ear pain, tooth sensitivity, and frequent headaches. These seemingly unrelated symptoms may all be connected to the jaw, and TMJ physical therapy can help uncover and treat the root cause.

Understanding the link between TMD and ear, teeth and headache symptoms is crucial for accurate diagnosis and effective management.

Read the full guide, and if any of this sounds familiar, book a visit. No referral needed.

Movement is medicine for your heart. ❤️This World Heart Day, we're celebrating every patient who's taken a step, a stret...
09/29/2026

Movement is medicine for your heart. ❤️
This World Heart Day, we're celebrating every patient who's taken a step, a stretch, or a walk toward better health.
Whatever your goals, our PTs are here to help you get there safely and confidently.

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09/28/2026

TMJ Self Release 💥

Jaw clicking, ear pain, or headaches that won’t quit?

Here’s how to perform a TMJ Self Release 👇🏽

Start by washing your hands or putting on a glove.
1. Using your thumb, place it inside your mouth along the back of your jaw, near your back molars.

2. Place your index or middle finger on the outside of your jaw so that your thumb and finger are gently pinching the tissue between them, like you’re gently pinching playdough.

3. Gently press your thumb and finger together and glide both fingers down toward the bottom of your jaw.

4. Next, gently glide your thumb and finger along your cheekbone, moving toward your nose.

5. Throughout the technique, keep your tongue resting on the roof of your mouth and make sure you’re not squeezing too hard.

Do you have more questions or want to get to the bottom of your pain? Reach out and schedule an appointment with our TMD specialist now!

🔗 Link in the bio

Meet our team!Adrianne received an Associate Degree from Gateway Community College in Phoenix, AZ in the physical therap...
06/18/2026

Meet our team!
Adrianne received an Associate Degree from Gateway Community College in Phoenix, AZ in the physical therapy assistant program. Born and raised in Arizona, she moved to Bend in 2009 and joined Therapeutic Associates that same year. She enjoys working in the orthopedic setting and helping people return to the activities they love. When not working she enjoys skiing, hiking, and running.

Our clinic specializes in orthopedic injuries and sports performance and recovery, and we are looking for a motivated en...
05/11/2026

Our clinic specializes in orthopedic injuries and sports performance and recovery, and we are looking for a motivated energetic PT to join us! Click on the link for more info!
https://www.therapeuticassociates.com/careers/

Meet our crew!As a military dependent, Christy was fortunate to grow up living all over the country, including places li...
04/23/2026

Meet our crew!
As a military dependent, Christy was fortunate to grow up living all over the country, including places like Virginia, Tennessee, and California, as well as living overseas in Germany. This unique experience influenced her in many ways, including her desire to travel early in her professional career. Happily trading in the nomadic lifestyle for family, Christy has called Oregon home now for 14 years.

She graduated with a BS in Physical Therapy from the University of Tennessee. She then pursued and has maintained her Orthopedic Certified Specialist designation while working alongside the renowned Steadman Clinic physicians in Vail, Colorado and at OHSU in Portland, OR. She has extensive experience with shoulder, hip, and knee, and spine issues. Christy enjoys collaborating with her patients to achieve their individual goals, utilizing a personalized treatment plan that may include manual and exercise therapies, including Maitland, Graston, and Pilates and strength training techniques.

When not at work, she enjoys spending time with her family hiking, skiing, singing, and…traveling!

Therapeutic associates at the center has multiple therapists who specialize in hand therapy! If you or someone you know ...
04/16/2026

Therapeutic associates at the center has multiple therapists who specialize in hand therapy! If you or someone you know has a hand injury or recent hand surgery come into the clinic to be evaluated by one of our experienced physical therapists! They specialize in treating fractures or soft tissue injuries and will help you re-gain independence after your injury.

Meet our crew!Originally from Montana, Lisa moved to Oregon to pursue her education and earned a BS in Sports and Exerci...
04/08/2026

Meet our crew!
Originally from Montana, Lisa moved to Oregon to pursue her education and earned a BS in Sports and Exercise Science from Oregon State. Lisa then went on to earn her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Pacific University in 2001, and she has been employed by Therapeutic Associates since that time. Lisa is a Certified Athletic Trainer, a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, and an expert in the ASTYM™ system of treatment. She most enjoys treating shoulder and lower extremity conditions, and when not caring for patients, loves spending time with family and friends, gardening, camping, and skiing.

Some exercises that can help with the treatment of patellofemoral pain include supported step downs, lateral banded walk...
04/02/2026

Some exercises that can help with the treatment of patellofemoral pain include supported step downs, lateral banded walks, and squats. Many people with patellofemoral pain have difficulty walking down stairs, but supported step downs train eccentric quad strength and allow people to re-load the aggregated quad muscle or tendon in a manageable way. The hand support will take some weight off of your leg so that all of the force from your body is not going through your anterior knee. Over time you can fade the amount of hand support you are using and this will make going down stairs easier. Lateral banded walks target the hip abductor muscles which can also contribute to patellofemoral pain by changing your body mechanics. If you have weak hip abductors then your knee is more likely to cave in and contribute to your knee pain. Squats target both the quads and the glutes which are both very important to strengthen in many people with patellofemoral pain.

Skip the call — you can now book your first visit online! 🙌We’re excited to introduce online scheduling at our clinic — ...
03/31/2026

Skip the call — you can now book your first visit online! 🙌

We’re excited to introduce online scheduling at our clinic — making it easier than ever to get started with physical therapy.

👉 New patients can now book their initial evaluation online in just a few clicks. No phone call needed — simply register and choose a time that works for you.

✔️ Fast
✔️ Convenient
✔️ Available anytime

Getting back to what you love starts here:
🔗 https://request.therapeuticassociates.com/tai-patients

Please note: Online scheduling is currently available for initial evaluations only. If you’re an existing patient or need to schedule a follow-up visit, give us a call — we’re happy to help!

PT day on the mountain!! We are so grateful to be able to work and play in central Oregon. Also, we highly encourage the...
03/30/2026

PT day on the mountain!! We are so grateful to be able to work and play in central Oregon. Also, we highly encourage the use of helmets when doing upsie-downsies!

Meet our team! As a physical therapist, Kim focuses on orthopedic injuries while also specializing in vestibular and con...
03/27/2026

Meet our team!
As a physical therapist, Kim focuses on orthopedic injuries while also specializing in vestibular and concussion rehabilitation. Her goal is to help you move better, recover fully, and return to what you love. Outside the clinic, she enjoys traveling, exploring hiking trails, paddleboarding, playing with her dog, or spending quality time with her family.

Meet our team! Brian grew up in Bend, Oregon, where he was highly involved in outdoor recreation and competitive sports,...
03/27/2026

Meet our team!
Brian grew up in Bend, Oregon, where he was highly involved in outdoor recreation and competitive sports, including alpine ski racing, soccer, and baseball. He raced for Skyliners Ski Club, Mountain View High School, and later Pacific Lutheran University, and spent many years assisting with local alpine ski coaching and training. After experiencing multiple knee injuries and surgeries, Brian was inspired to pursue physical therapy, earning his Master’s degree from the University of Puget Sound. He has advanced training in Manual Therapy through the North American Institute of Manual Therapy and is certified in the ASTYM System and Ergoscience. Brian enjoys treating a broad range of orthopedic patients and has experience managing a wide variety of conditions.

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2200 Northeast Neff Road
Bend, OR
97701

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 7am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 7am - 5:30pm
Thursday 7am - 5:30pm
Friday 7am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+15413887738

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