welshkate

I injured my neck in August and since that time I have been going for PT twice a week at PT Northwest. My PT, Jason Ball, came highly recommended to me by a local pro boater. When I first met Jason (who is about 6.5 feet tall with a shaved head), I knew he was a good ‘un- PT that is…He primarily treats athletes and I immediately responded to his pro-active treatment style. Typically, I work-out under the supervision of Jason and Zach (the Sports Trainer) for about 1.5 hours then Jason combines manipulation of my neck with ASTYM. The ASTYM caused a rash that looked like hiccies for the first few treaments, so it was fun trying to explain those away…That said, I’ve found this form of treatment very effective in alleviating my neck pain. I think as a kayaker I tend to over use a lot of muscles whilst neglecting others. Jason has helped me improve my posture and become physiologically balanced, enabling strain to be taken off my neck and upper trapezius. I’m getting fitter and stronger everyday thanks to PT Northwest. Here is a picture of me working out at PT Northwest, Corvallis