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Meet our Therapists

Meet Our Therapists
All of our therapists at Balance Physical Therapy have many years of experience and advanced training in manual physical therapy.Our care centers on the basic principals of solid manual therapy, extensive patient education, and your unique home exercise program. All of our physical therapists combine skilled "hands on" therapy with movement, exercise, and education to create individualized treatment to meet your unique needs.Drawing upon their large tool box of techniques, our therapists practice myofascial release, soft tissue mobilization, joint mobilizations in the spine and extremities, muscle energy techniques, strain-counterstrain, cranial sacral methods, and much more.At Balance Physical Therapy, we are proud and privileged to offer a level of service that exceeds your expectations and restores balance to your body.

Karen Shrader DaSilva

Karen Shrader-DaSilva, RPT
I am a graduate of the University of Washington's Physical Therapy Program. As a former professional dancer, I apply my understanding of movement to my patients. While using manual therapy techniques, I believe in treating patients with respect and compassion. I enjoy taking the time to listen and piece together the puzzle of my patient's physical problems. Working for years with a large national corporation, I felt driven to create a physical therapy clinic that could provide personalized quality care, have the flexibility to meet the changing needs of patients, and be an enjoyable environment for both patients and practitioners.

CEO/Owner

Kathryn Arant

Kathryn Arant, RPT
I am a graduate of the University of Washington's Physical Therapy Program. Originally from Mississippi, I greatly enjoy working in the Pacific Northwest in outpatient physical therapy. My emphasis is in manual therapy, with specialized training in muscle energy, strain/counterstrain, and with the North American Institute of Orthopedic Manual Therapy. My most recent pursuit was completion of Pilates Instructor for Rehab certification utilizing all the classic Pilates exercises/equipment for physical therapy. Applying the philosophy "you must get moving to keep moving" I utilize my diverse skills to provide individual plans to facilitate this goal for each patient. When out of the clinic, you can find me scuba diving in the cold waters of Puget Sound and distant warm water destinations. With the advent of digital photography, this has opened an ideal mode for capturing the behaviors and beautiful colors in our marine environments. You will find some of my underwater images published in various scuba magazines and websites (www.dreamsofblue.com). I have also joined the volunteer divers at the Seattle Aquarium where I don a full face mask for underwater interpretation and feeding of the many fish in the Windows on Washington Waters and Underwater Dome exhibits. I am also an active Triathlete, maintaining my fitness level to keep up with the underwater critters.

Beth Cooper

Beth Cooper, RPT
I am a graduate of the University of Washington's Physical Therapy Program. My lifelong fascination with movement and the artistic and athletic potential of the human body has led to my involvement with dance, theater, voice, yoga and physical therapy.I combine a variety of manual therapy skills including strain/counterstrain, muscle energy techniques and myofascial release with a holistic approach to posture and movement re-education - tailoring the treatment plan to your individual injury, health history, activites, lifestyle and goals. I am currently training to certify as a practitioner of the Feldenkrais Method ® - a powerful tool to improve awareness, flexibility and the ability to organize yourself to perform any action with greater ease and efficiency. I will work with you to help you discover the tools to prevent injury and to develop the skills to enjoy a lifetime of mobility and balance.

Tiann Jeffries

Tiann Jeffries, RPT
I am a graduate from the Mount St. Mary's College Masters of Physical Therapy program in Los Angeles. I have enjoyed working in a wide range of clinics including geriatrics, occupational health, orthopedics, and sport rehabilitation. I now specialize in the treatment of cervical pain, headaches, TMD, and foot and ankle dysfunction. To improve foot and lower extremity biomechanics I also evaluate and cast for custom orthotics. I believe in treating patients as individuals and work to create unique programs to fit their life styles.

Christyanna Karpenski

Christyanna Karpenski, DPT
I am a graduate of the University of Washington's Doctor of Physical Therapy program. With a background in complementary medicine and energetic healing, I am committed to providing comprehensive physical therapy that addresses the whole person. My treatments include a variety of manual therapy techniques, therapeutic exercise, and education to facilitate the body's innate ability to heal and return to improved function and wellness. I believe in prevention and strive to empower my patients with education and awareness.

Divya Mallar

Divya Mallar, MPT
I am a graduate of University of Indianapolis Physical Therapy program. I have successfully completed Level 2 course work and examination from North American Institute of Manual training (NAIOMT)My special interests include sports medicine rehabilitation, acute and chronic orthopedic injuries, vestibular rehabilitation and womens health education.As a physical therapist, my passion is to guide patients on their path to better health and wellness, and encourage fitness through the experience of movement, education and individualized training.Outside of the clinic, I enjoy swimming, sketching, and spending quality time with my family.

Virginia Menting

Virginia Menting, MPT
I earned my Master of Physical Therapy degree from Eastern Washington University in 1997. I am a Board Certified Orthopedic Specialist and completed the Manual Therapy Certification program through the University of St. Augustine in Florida. I've worked primarily in outpatient orthopedic clinics but also have several years of experience in home health care as well.I enjoy working with my patients as a team to ensure their bodies are able to support the lifestyle that they want. Whether it's a spinal dysfunction, an extremity joint problem, a muscular strain or imbalance, a vestibular/balance issue or TMD, I evaluate the person as a whole. I work together with my patients combining my skills as a physical therapist with the education and tools I provide for self-treatment and prevention to achieve positive outcomes.When I'm not at the clinic, my two children keep me very busy. My family enjoys just about anything we can do in the beautiful Northwest outdoors including skiing, camping, hiking, and biking. If I can find a moment, I'm reading my book clubs current pick.

OCS, MTC

Caryn Pierce

Caryn Pierce, MsPT
Though originally from the Pacific Northwest, I earned my Master of Science degree in Physical Therapy from Andrews University in Michigan. With a background in competitive gymnastics and outdoor sports as well as classical performance on violin and viola, I understand both the rigorous demands on the body of an athlete and the refinement required by an artist. I like to look at injured or painful areas in the context of the entire body structure and lifestyle of the person before coming up with individualized goals and treatment plans. My specific technique certifications include Strain/Counterstrain (www.jiscs.com) and Structural Integration (www.anatomytrains.net), though I also use joint mobilizations, muscle energy techniques, and exercises to correct muscle imbalances, stabilize the spine, and build general strength, flexibility, and endurance.

MTC, JISCS, IASI

Services

General Orthopedics

General Orthopedics
Do you suffer from any of the following?• General aches, pains and injuries including neck, back, shoulders, hands, hips, knees and ankles • Headaches and TMD• Overuse injuries • All forms of arthritis including fibromyalgia • Pre/post surgery • A motor vehicle accident • An on the job injuryHow Can Physical Therapy Help You?• A physical therapist is a licensed medical professional who provides services aimed at preventing the onset and/or slowing the progression of conditions resulting from injury, disease, and other causes. • A physical therapist treats people of all ages who have functional conditions resulting from back and neck injuries, sprains/strains and overuse injuries, arthritis, surgery, pre and post partum issues, balance problems, stroke, and injuries related to work, sports, and life. • With the goals of reducing pain, improving function, and preventing re-injury, your physical therapist will thoroughly evaluate you and create a treatment plan specifically for you. • During your treatment, your therapist may use a variety of approaches including pain relieving techniques such as massage, ultrasound, and electrical stimulation. • Your therapist may perform gentle joint mobilization to improve range of motion and function, as well as provide exercises and education about your problem and ways to manage it in every day life. • Drawing upon their large tool box of techniques, our therapists practice myofascial release, soft tissue mobilization, joint mobilizations in the spine and extremities, muscle energy techniques, cranial sacral methods, and more.

Women's Health

Women's Health
Do you experience any of the following symptoms?•Trouble making it to the toilet when you have the urge to go? •Needing to urinate more than every two hours in the daytime? •Episodes of urine loss with coughing, sneezing, or during activity? •Needing to rush to the toilet to empty your bladder? •Inability to stop the flow of urine? •Having "triggers" that make you feel like you can't wait to go to the toilet? •Pelvic pain?Physical Therapy Can Help You:•Explain the anatomy and function of the pelvic floor muscles. •Determine the type of incontinence you have to direct appropriate treatments. •Instruct you in healthy bladder habits. •Help strengthen the pelvic floor muscles with a variety of methods including biofeedback.Women's Health is an area that focuses on unique issues including incontinence (inability to hold urine), pre and post natal care, and pelvic pain that may affect women at various stages of life. The program consists of a thorough evaluation and a specific treatment plan for you. Your treatment plan may include diet and lifestyle changes. Your physical therapist will design an exercise program to fit each woman's individual needs and lifestyle. State of the art biofeedback is available to assist you in learning how to relax and to do your exercises correctly.

Pre & Post Natal

Pre & Post Natal
During pregnancy, you may experience one or more of the following symptoms:•Low back pain •Hip pain •Neck and shoulder pain •Leg or foot pain •Tingling in the arms, hands, or fingersThese can result from the physical and hormonal changes brought on by pregnancy. But just because these symptoms are "normal" during pregnancy doesn't necessarily mean you have to put up with them!Physical therapy can help you.•Explain the physical changes that occur during pregnancy, and teach you how to manage them. •Teach you about exercise during pregnancy - why it's important, which EXERCISES are safe, and what precautions to observe while exercising. •Give your body mechanics tips that will make your daily activities during pregnancy - and your baby care activities - safer and more comfortable. •Offers hands-on care to address specific areas of discomfort and dysfunction

Balance and Vestibular

Balance & Vestibular
Do you experience any of the following symptoms?•Dizziness or vertigo, a violent whirling sensation? •Imbalance or difficulty walking a straight line? •An abnormal sensation of movement, rocking or floating? •Difficulty reading, blurred or double vision? •Continual or intermittent nausea? •A history of falls, or fear of falling? •Motion Sickness?Physical Therapy can help you.•Eliminate or decrease complaints of dizziness and vertigo. •Increase balance function and stability. •Increase overall activity level and safety.•At Balance Physical Therapy, we have physical therapists that are proficient in treating patients with vertigo and dizziness. Whether it's just two visits for BPPV or longer treatment for unilateral vestibular loss, our therapists develop an individualized treatment plan to alleviate symptoms and restore function including exercises for home. As these are often complicated issues, patient education is paramount throughout the process.To assist our senior population in independence and safety, Balance Physical Therapy has a multi-faceted approach. This includes eye-head coordination exercises, fall prevention strategies, strength training, sensory and motor balance re-training, and gait and transfer training. Patients that are limiting their functional mobility due to dizziness or fear of falling are at a greater risk of experiencing a fall so treatment by our therapists can be life-changing.According to studies from the National Institute of Health, 90 million Americans (42 percent of the population) will complain to their doctors of dizziness at least once in their lifetime. Dizziness and vertigo are often associated with postural imbalance and falls. The New England Journal of Medicine, 1989, reported that "Every year one third to one half of the population age 65 and over experience falls. Half of the elderly that fall do so repeatedly."If these are common complaints for you, then you may benefit from Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy. Research studies show a reduction in complaints of dizziness and a decreased risk of falls through Vestibular Rehabilitation therapy. Otolaryngology Neurotology, September 2004, reported that both older and younger adults showed significant reductions in fall risk with vestibular rehabilitation.People appropriate for this program include those who have acute or abrupt loss of vestibular (balance) function, or those with unresolved inner ear disorders, age related balance and strength deficits, and lastly those who have had surgery for vestibular problems.Vestibular rehabilitation is an individualized exercise based program designed to eliminate or reduce disequilibrium (dizziness), and vertigo associated with inner ear disorders. The program consists of a thorough evaluation to make a treatment plan that is unique to your needs. A physical therapist will work one on one with you to develop a regiment of exercises targeting posture, balance, movement re-education, and compensatory strategies

Performing Arts

Performing Arts
Are you a Performing Artist who experiences any of the following?• Muscle and joint pain related to dance, gymnastics, singing, or playing a musical instrument • Pain preventing you from performing or rehearsing Physical Therapy Can Help You.• Improve or resolve your current injury or musculo-skeletal problem through hands-on techniques, exercise, and specialized movement re-education • Analyze and develop your technique • Evaluate how to modify things ranging from your footwear, to costuming, to warm up, to music positioning in order to reduce overuse problems or other injuries • Understand the nature of your problem and how to safely modify direction from your coach, choreographer, or director.At Balance Physical Therapy many of our therapists are current or former performing artists. We understand the pressures of returning to performance level functioning as quickly as possible. We also understand the unique demands on performing artists ranging from the physical to the emotional. We work to resolve your current injury, but we also address your technique in your art to decrease re-injury and generally improve your performance.

Foot Ankle and Orthotics

Foot, Ankle & Orthotics
Do you experience any of the following symptoms?•Aching in your feet and ankles •Knee or low back pain especially after being on your feet •Numbness in your feet with activity or exercise •Excessive wear and tear on your shoes •Chronically spraining your ankle(s) •Difficulty finding shoes to fit your feetPhysical Therapy Can Help:•Evaluate how your foot placement and movement is affecting your ankles, knees, hips, and low back •Test specific muscle strength in your feet, ankles, leg, and low back •Improve motion in your feet and ankles through hands on techniques and home exercise •Guiding you on proper footwear for work, exercise and casual wear that suits your feet •Teaching you specific exercises to improve your strength and balance, from your foot to your hips •Creating low cost, custom modifications to over the counter orthotics to support the structure of your foot•Cast and create custom orthoticsBy properly supporting your foot, you help all the other parts of your body line up correctly. Proper evaluation and correction of foot and ankle problems can often greatly improve problems in your knees, hips, and low back. Your therapist will thoroughly evaluate you, including your gait on a treadmill, your current footwear, a full musculoskeletal exam, and if necessary cast for custom orthotics. If needed, we are able to make custom modifications to over-the-counter orthotics in the office.

Exercise

Exercise
Do you experience any of the following symptoms?•Low back, hip or buttock pain? •Back ache which prevents activity more than 3 times a year? •A frequent feeling of fatigue and weakness in the back and hips? •Increased back soreness after activity or sports? •Increased back or leg pain after sitting for long periods of time? •Neck and shoulder pain after sitting or working at a computer?(Experience of severe pain, muscle spasm, restriction of basic movement, numbness, tingling, or symptoms into the legs, may necessitate an assessment by your primary care physician before initiating exercise program.)Physical Therapy can help you.•Improve your abdominal strength and trunk stability. •Increase strength and support through the legs, hips and back. •Provide you education about proper body mechanics, posture and exercise technique. •Teach prevention techniques to avoid future injury or strain. •Learn Pilates, Feldenkrais based, resistive, and cardiovascular exercises.•We will even show you how to use games on your Wii or Kinect to advance your home program.Core stabilization involves an exercise program with concentration on strengthening the abdominals, gluteals, and back. With a stronger 'core', your back is more effectively supported, leading to fewer episodes of back pain. The program consists of a thorough evaluation, then one on one treatment with your therapist to develop an exercise plan to achieve your goals. Treatment can also consist of hands-on manual therapy for proper muscle control, maintenance of proper alignment, and avoidance of excessive strain.Muscular re-education will be a part of your exercise program. You will learn how to functionally apply your strength and flexibility to every day life. Your therapist will guide you in new ways of safely moving your body.

TMJ & TMD

TMJ & TMD
Do you experience any of the following symptoms?•Do you have neck, shoulder, or TMJ pain? •Do you have headaches? •Is there clicking or locking of your jaw? •Do you experience ringing or pressure in your ears? •All of these symptoms may be indicative of dysfunctions that physical therapy can treat, including TMD (temporal mandibular joint dysfunction).Physical Therapy can help you.•Decrease in pain and altered bite •Restore function•Resume normal daily activitiesOur therapists use the evidence-based diagnostic protocol outlined in the Research Diagnostic Criteria for TMD*. For over 20 years, this has been the gold standard for providing reliable tests and measures for distinguishing and treating TMD patients. Our therapists are highly skilled in manual therapy for both the TMJ and cervical spine, which is essential as the prevalence of cervical pain coexisting with TMD is 70%. The cervical spine can be a source of head, mouth and facial pain.We also use therapeutic exercise for the TMJ and cervical spine to normalize muscle function and support good posture to reduce strain. If needed, modalities such as ultrasound, electrical stimulation, heat and ice can be used to reduce pain and inflammation.One of the most important components of a successful treatment outcome for TMD and cervical pain is patient education. We teach you about your problem, what you can do to help yourself, and what activities to avoid to minimize further problems. *Dworkin SF, LeResche L. Research diagnostic criteria for temporomandibular disorders: Review, criteria, examinations and specifications, critique. J Craniomandib Disord 1992; 6:301-355

Metabolic Testing

Metabolic Testing
Has someone told you recently?•You can control your high blood pressure through diet and exercise•You can control your blood sugars through diet and exercise•You can control your cholesterol through diet and exercise•You can control your weight through diet and exercise•Do you have any idea how to really accomplish that in your life?•Metabolic testing can provide you the data, information, and plan to obtain those goals.Metabolic testing offered at Balance PT helps you to learn your Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR): how many calories you burn in a day and what is the breakdown of fats and carbohydrates. You can also learn your Active Metabolic Rate (AMR): your body's physiological response and requirements for exercise including aerobic and anaerobic V02 thresholds, a profile of your base aerobic fitness and complete training plans to control weight management or exercise performance.

General Orthopedics

Women's Health

Pre & Post Natal

Balance and Vestibular

Performing Arts

Foot Ankle and Orthotics

Exercise

TMJ & TMD

Metabolic Testing

What to Expect

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What to Expect
A full hour or more is reserved for your first visit. We do ask you to arrive a few minutes early to complete your paperwork. Please bring your prescription for physical therapy and your insurance card. If you are being treated for an auto accident or an on the job injury, please bring your prescription, your insurance company's phone number and your claim number. We will assist you with understanding your insurance benefits for physical therapy.You will meet with your therapist in a private room. Shorts, T-shirts and gowns are provided. During this time a complete history is taken, an evaluation is performed and treatment is started. We will strive to relieve your pain, as well as educate you about the nature of your problem and instruct you in activities and exercises to begin at home.We take great care to make you as comfortable as possible both emotionally and physically. Please feel free to call our office with any additional questions or concerns.

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Insurance & Billing

General Information

General Information
Tell me more about insurance billing for physical therapy. We know that understanding insurance benefits for physical therapy can be confusing. At Balance Physical Therapy we would like to help you with that hassle as much as possible. Our billing office will be happy to help answer any questions you may have. How do insurance payments work for physical therapy? We send a bill to your insurance company. If you meet all the requirements of your individual insurance plan then your insurance company pays us directly and tells us how much you owe. We then bill you the amount that your insurance company tells us. This is called the "patient responsibility". The portion you will owe depends on your individual insurance plan. Amounts of insurance coverage for physical therapy vary; it is ultimately your responsibility to understand how much your plan covers. What does meeting my deductible mean? Every insurance plan has a unique amount that must first be paid by the patient before the insurance company will begin to pay for claims. This amount is usually met each calendar year. You may see a bill from us saying that you owe a certain amount and that it was applied to your deductible. What is a co-pay?Some insurance plans have an amount that you must pay at the time of service of each doctor or specialist visit. This amount is due each time you come to physical therapy. Usually your insurance card will have this information on it. Please note, a "co-pay" is different than the "patient responsibility" amount

Networks: In & Out

Networks: In & Out
We are Preferred Providers for:•First Choice Network (which includes: Guardian, Retail Clerks, Teamsters, John Alden and many others) •Medicare •Premera Blue Cross (including Health Plus) •Regence Blue Shield •Uniform Medical •WA State Labor and Industries •All Motor Vehicle P.I.P. Insurance (Safeco, Pemco, Allstate, State Farm, etc.) We are Out of Network* for:•Aetna/US Healthcare •Coventry Healthcare Products including Private Healthcare Systems, United Healthcare, Pacificare, Secure Horizons and First Health*We can bill these plans, but benefits will be processed as Out Of Network. Please consult your individual benefits to see if you have out of network benefits. Important Note: Being a preferred provider does not guarantee reimbursement from your insurance company. We strongly recommend that you check with your individual plan for eligibility, requirements and policy limits for physical therapy services (sometimes referred to as rehabilitative services). You can usually call the number on the back of your insurance card and ask about your benefits for physical therapy. At a minimum, you will likely need to have a written prescription and/or referral for physical therapy from your physician, chiropractor, or naturopath. Provider contracts are subject to change; please verify status at time of service.

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Intake Forms

General Intake

Intake Forms
You may download our intake paperwork in order to save time when you arrive for your first appointment. Please use the intake form that matches your insurance type.For Private Insurance, please print out and complete the following:For Motor Vehicle Claims, please print out and complete the following:For Labor and Industries claims, please print out and complete the following:

GENERAL INTAKE 2012.doc

Notice of Privacy Practices.pdf

Notice of Privacy Practices.pdf

MVA 2012.doc

L and I 2012.doc

Notice of Privacy Practices.pdf

Testimonials

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Testimonials
“Simply put, your therapists are outstanding.” ~ Frank O.I am extremely happy with everything and everyone at Balance PT. Very knowledgeable and friendly staff –- Great job!” ~ Sue F.I am getting better all the time with my balancing and walking. I am indeed very pleased.” ~ Eleanor PBeth has done an outstanding job! She is always ready to listen to my concerns. Her knowledge and expertise have made for a positive and wonderful experience… by far the best I’'ve had with physical therapy!” ~ Amy D.Caryn is great! I have returned to work and am improving with every session.” ~ Susan N.This has been a very helpful and positive experience. I am also encouraged about continuing on my own.” ~ Grayce P. “What can I say the people here are great.” ~ Ray M.“A warm, comfortable place who’s staff cares about their clients.” ~ Lore H.“My experiences here have been excellent and I have recommended Beth and Balance Physical Therapy to several people. Thanks!” ~ Beth H.“Divya was great. She really helped me learn ways to care for my back. She was also very personable.” ~ Jason B. “I love the ‘whole body’ approach -– it just makes complete sense and helps your whole body become centered. A true 5 out of 5 grade all around!” ~ Susan G. “I wouldn’'t go anywhere else! Love you All.” ~ Stephanie F.“Tiann is great! She is encouraging and enthusiastic. She is the first person I’'ve seen who has actually given me a correct diagnosis and is actually helping me to get well. I am so encouraged!” ~ Denise W.I love the energy of this place! It is very conducive to recovery and healing.” ~ Mel B.

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About Us

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About

About Us
At Balance Physical Therapy our mission is to provide you with outstanding care and to ensure that you are treated with respect and compassion. Locally owned since 1998, Balance Physical Therapy’'s primary commitment is to our patients and our community. Our care centers on the basic principals of solid manual therapy, extensive patient education, and your unique home exercise program. All of our physical therapists combine skilled "hands on" therapy with movement, exercise, and education to create individualized treatment to meet your unique needs.

Hours & Location

Hours & Location

Monday: 7:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Tuesday: 7:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Wednesday: 7:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Thursday: 7:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Friday: 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Saturday: 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Balance Physical Therapy

Inc.

730 NW Gilman Blvd

Suite C-108

Issaquah, WA 98027

Phone: 425-391-6794

Fax: 425-391-1525

Email: front_balancept.org

From I-90 take exit #15, right onto 17th Ave, then left onto NW Gilman Blvd.

Turn left at the stop light onto Maple St. NW into Heritage Square.

We are located across the street from Target, behind Denny's & Jack in the Box, Suite C-108.

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730 NW Gilman Blvd Suite C-108 Issaquah, WA 98027 Phone: 425-391-6794 Copyright