Therapeutic Associates Forest Grove Physical Therapy

Therapeutic Associates Forest Grove Physical Therapy Therapeutic Associates Forest Grove Physical Therapy is a warm, friendly clinic that values personal interactions with each patient.

We create a welcoming, comfortable environment where patients are able to establish sincere connections, and empower patients to better understand their condition. We treat everyone with respect and pride ourselves on the skilled care of our well-trained manual therapists. Treatment plans target each patient's needs and are developed based on individual goals. We create a welcoming, comfortable en

vironment where patients are able to establish a sincere connection with their therapist. Conveniently located on the corner of Pacific avenue and Elm street, 2 blocks from Pacific University, our physical therapy services include: ASTYM, post-surgical rehab, treatment of arthritis, neck and back care, TMJ and headache treatment, orthopedic and sports therapy, women's health, and work conditioning. We are committed to our community and regularly provide support and sponsorship of Pacific University and Forest Grove high school athletics, as well as other community events.

04/09/2026

Shoulder and elbow pain in throwing athletes is often the result of breakdowns in strength, mobility, and mechanics throughout the entire body.

Whether you play baseball, softball, or another overhead sport, understanding how to prevent throwing injuries can help you stay healthy and keep performing at your best.

Protect your shoulder and elbow with simple, effective habits.

šŸ‘‰ Read the full blog at the link in bio.

04/08/2026

Should Runners Stretch Before or After Running?
It Depends...

āž”ļø Dynamic stretching before your run: wake up your muscles
āž”ļø Static stretching after your run: help your muscles recover

Whether you’re ramping up for a spring race, hitting peak summer mileage, or maintaining fitness through the off-season, one thing stays constant: how you stretch matters as much as how you train.

Read the blog to learn more!
šŸ”— https://www.therapeuticassociates.com/should-runners-stretch-before-or-after-running/

ā“Questions about your running routine? Whether you’re training for your first 5K or your tenth marathon, a physical therapist can help you build a stretching and training program that keeps you healthy all season. You don’t need a doctor’s referral to see a PT in most states.
Stretch smarter this season.
🌟Visit our website to find a clinic near you and book an appointment! https://www.therapeuticassociates.com/

04/06/2026

Runner warm-up routine for 5K training šŸƒā€ā™‚ļø

Most runners skip this—and feel it by mile 2.

If your first mile feels stiff, slow, or heavy… your body isn’t ready yet.

Try these 3 quick moves before your run:
• Open up your hips
• Activate your glutes
• Loosen your stride

It takes less than 60 seconds—but it can completely change how your run feels.

Save this for your next run and try it today.

Run strong today. Still run in July.

04/03/2026

ā±ļøWaiting on aches and injuries to get worse only slows you down.

šŸ‘‰ Early intervention with physical therapy can shorten recovery, improve performance, and help you stay in the game.

Don’t wait until June to treat April pains — acting now makes all the difference. šŸ“…

Feeling aches? Schedule early and get back to the sports you love faster.

šŸ”— Follow our link in the bio to schedule your appointment now!

Happy National Walking Day!Where are you walking today? Tell us in the comments!
04/01/2026

Happy National Walking Day!

Where are you walking today? Tell us in the comments!

03/31/2026

New challenge, are you in?

Balance on one foot on an unstable surface. Hold a stick in one hand and try to catch as many cones as possible.
How many did you get?

šŸ‘‰šŸ¼Leave us a comment or tag us in your video.

03/30/2026

Want to build full-body endurance?

Locomotion—the art of moving your body efficiently through space!

This ties everything together, combining strength, coordination, and endurance for real-world activities like walking, running, carrying loads, or chasing the kids.

Key Form Tips:
• Maintain tall posture—chest up, core braced, shoulders down.
• Smooth, controlled steps or crawls—think ā€œstrong and stable.ā€
• Natural arm swing for balance and power.
• Breathe steadily throughout the movement.

Common Mistake to Avoid:
• Slouching forward or rushing with poor posture—keep upright to protect your spine and maximize efficiency!
• Shuffling feet or dragging (reduces power)—drive from heels/toes with intent.
• Holding breath—keep rhythmic inhales/exhales for better endurance.

Goals & Progressions:
• Beginners: Unloaded farmer’s walks or bear crawls (short distances), 3 sets of 20-40 meters.
• Intermediate: Add light weights (dumbbells/kettlebells) to carries.
• Advanced: Heavy loaded carries, sled pushes, or longer bear crawl circuits.

Why It Matters:Locomotion builds full-body endurance, grip/core strength, metabolic conditioning, and smoother gait—preventing injuries and boosting daily mobility.

You’ve now mastered all 7 functional movements—massive congrats! Combine them in workouts and feel unstoppable all year

Share your favorite from the series. What’s next for your training goals?

03/26/2026

Most tennis and court sport players rush through their warm-up, or skip it entirely.
This can lead to early-season stiffness, soreness, or even injuryāŒ

🌟We’ve broken down a step-by-step dynamic warm-up that prepares your hips, shoulders, and core so you can move better on the court.

šŸ’¾ Save this tip for your next match
šŸ‘‰ Get the full routine āž”ļø Link in the bio

03/25/2026

Spring sports are back — but jumping in too hard can bench you fast. šŸƒā€ā™‚ļøšŸ’Ø

Weekend warriors: avoid aches, strains, and injuries with gradual return, recovery strategies, and mobility exercises.

šŸ’” Stay active all season — don’t get sidelined in week two.

Read more āž”ļø link in the bio

03/23/2026

Movement Monday | Spring Warm-Up for Recreational Athletes

Getting back to tennis, pickleball, golf, or running? Start with a dynamic warm-up to improve mobility, coordination, and injury prevention.

This sequence includes:
• Footwork prep — quick steps, shuffle, and backpedal to stay light and ready
• Walking lunge + rotation — activate hips, core, and rotational control
• Straight leg kicks — improve hamstring mobility and coordination
• Sumo lunges — build strength for lateral movement and stability
• Arm circles + shoulder rolls — prep shoulders for overhead and rotational activity

Focus on controlled movement and proper form—not speed.

Your body deserves a warm-up—no matter your age.

Share this with a teammate who needs a better warm-up.

03/20/2026

If your child plays sports, performance testing can be a powerful tool for injury prevention and athletic development.

By evaluating how an athlete moves, jumps, lands, and stabilizes, physical therapists can identify weaknesses or imbalances that may increase injury risk. Early insights help young athletes train smarter, move better, and perform with confidence.

Whether they play soccer, basketball, volleyball, or another sport, understanding movement mechanics can support both performance and long-term health.

Confidence starts with knowing how your body moves.

Read more:
https://www.therapeuticassociates.com/the-benefits-of-performance-testing-to-athletes/

Ready to schedule?
šŸ”—Book online here: https://request.therapeuticassociates.com/tai-patients/welcome

Sports Performance Testing for Youth Athletes | Pre-Season Injury PreventionBefore the season starts, many athletes jump...
03/19/2026

Sports Performance Testing for Youth Athletes | Pre-Season Injury Prevention

Before the season starts, many athletes jump straight into training and competition without understanding their movement baseline. Pre-season sports performance testing helps identify key factors that impact both athletic performance and injury risk.

A sports performance test evaluates important areas such as strength, balance, mobility, and movement asymmetries. These factors can influence speed, power, coordination, and overall performance in sport.

Pre-season athlete screening helps uncover weaknesses early so athletes can train with a clear plan instead of guesswork. Addressing mobility limitations, strength deficits, and imbalances can improve movement efficiency and reduce the risk of common sports injuries.

This type of testing is especially valuable for youth athletes during growth spurts, when rapid physical changes can affect coordination, balance, and mobility.

šŸ’” Test first. Then train smarter.

Therapeutic Associates physical therapists support athletes with sports performance testing, injury prevention strategies, and individualized training recommendations.

šŸ“ Serving athletes at Therapeutic Associates clinics across Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and California.

Find a clinic near you: therapeuticassociates.com/locations

Next up for our staff highlight we have Lead PT aide Bergan BrownBergan graduated from Layton High School in his home st...
01/27/2026

Next up for our staff highlight we have Lead PT aide Bergan Brown

Bergan graduated from Layton High School in his home state of Utah in 2020.

Playing sports growing up, Bergan became interested in improving his athletic ability as well as his strength and conditioning in order to improve his performance in sports. This led Bergan to pursue a career as a physical therapist.

Bergan graduated from Pacific University with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology in December of 2024 where he also played football for 5 seasons. He is currently applying to various Doctor of Physical Therapy programs in the west and aims to become a Licensed Physical Therapist. He became Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) in the summer of 2025.

In Bergan’s free time he likes to go on hikes, play pickleball, watch football or a movie, and have game nights with his friends.

Next up we’d like to highlight another one of our amazing PT aides Jordyn!Jordyn attended Sherwood High School where she...
12/22/2025

Next up we’d like to highlight another one of our amazing PT aides Jordyn!

Jordyn attended Sherwood High School where she first started gaining interest in sports medicine from working closely with her high school athletic trainer. Jordyn is now attending Pacific University and is majoring in Kinesiology with a minor in Mathematics, and is also playing softball. She currently works with the sports medicine department at Pacific, working primarily with football.

Jordyn plans on continuing her education in a graduate program for Athletic Training or possibly Physical Therapy, and going on to coach softball in the future as well. She would also like to get certified in massage therapy after college.

In her free time, Jordyn enjoys spending time with her friends, cooking, and painting and drawing.

We’re proud to partner with Soles4Souls for a shoe drive! šŸ‘ŸāœØBring your new or gently used shoes to our office between No...
12/03/2025

We’re proud to partner with Soles4Souls for a shoe drive! šŸ‘ŸāœØ

Bring your new or gently used shoes to our office between November 24th and January 16th, 2026. All sizes, styles, and types are welcome and will be donated to those in need.

Let’s take steps together to make a difference in our community. ā¤ļø

This week we’d like to highlight another one of our great aides Ella Scharosch!Ella Graduated from Glencoe High School i...
12/02/2025

This week we’d like to highlight another one of our great aides Ella Scharosch!

Ella Graduated from Glencoe High School in Hillsboro, Oregon in 2023, and is currently attending George Fox University studying Kinesiology.

Ella’s goal is to attend a Doctorate school for Physical Therapy after completing undergrad. Ella grew up seeing how physical and occupational therapy helped her siblings throughout their development. She wants to help people to be able to do the things they love to do.

In her free time Ella loves to be outdoors especially with her dog. She enjoys walking, hiking and paddle boarding.

This week we’d like to highlight one of our PT aides, Annie Oldenburg!Annie Grew up in Beaverton, Oregon and graduated f...
11/21/2025

This week we’d like to highlight one of our PT aides, Annie Oldenburg!

Annie Grew up in Beaverton, Oregon and graduated from Mountainside High School in 2024. She is currently attending Pacific University and is pursuing a double major in Kinesiology and Psychology.

After undergrad Annie hopes to continue to pursue occupational therapy at Pacific University’s graduate school program.

In her free time, Annie coaches a youth cheerleading team and enjoys hiking as well as spending time with friends and family.

This week we’d like to highlight one of our amazing PT aides, Kimy Anderson!Kimy grew up in Hillsboro Oregon and graduat...
11/12/2025

This week we’d like to highlight one of our amazing PT aides, Kimy Anderson!

Kimy grew up in Hillsboro Oregon and graduated from Century High School in 2022. Currently, Kimy attends Pacific University and is majoring in Kinesiology.

In the future, Kimy plans to attend a graduate school program for Physical Therapy, with plans to become a licensed Physical Therapist.

In her free time Kimy enjoys hiking, reading, playing volleyball, and hanging out with friends.

Had a great Halloween Friday in the clinic with some pumpkin carving afterwards!
11/04/2025

Had a great Halloween Friday in the clinic with some pumpkin carving afterwards!

Next up on our staff highlight is…. Paul Saitman!Paul graduated from the University of Puget Sound in Tacoma, Washington...
10/29/2025

Next up on our staff highlight is…. Paul Saitman!

Paul graduated from the University of Puget Sound in Tacoma, Washington in 2014 with his doctoral degree in Physical Therapy. He graduated from Oregon State University in 2011, where he earned his bachelor degree in Exercise and Sports Science.

Paul has spent most of his career focused on post-operative and general orthopedic rehab, including shoulder and knee injuries, joint replacements, and spine injuries.

Outside the clinic, Paul enjoys spending time with family and friends, baking desserts, and hiking.

This week we’d like to highlight our administrative coordinator Claire Parker!Claire grew up in Connecticut and graduate...
10/22/2025

This week we’d like to highlight our administrative coordinator Claire Parker!

Claire grew up in Connecticut and graduated from Lehigh University in Bethlehem, PA in1992 with a BA in English and an Education Minor. After a short time spent in Arizona, Claire got married and moved to Oregon in1994. As her two children became ready for early childhood education, Claire found the Elizabeth Perry Montessori School in Forest Grove. She joined them there as a volunteer at first, and then became an Assistant Teacher in the Primary classroom for the next 12 years. After that she followed her passion for spooky set design by volunteering at The Nightmare Factory, Oregon’s longest running professional haunted attraction, and the main fundraiser for the Oregon School for the Deaf.

Most recently Claire has been thrilled to join the team as Lead Administrator for Therapeutic Associates Forest Grove.

In her free time you will find her making scary decorations, having fun with her family and walking Arwen and Burton, her two Frenchie’s.

This week we’d like to highlight our Clinic Director Scott Hein!Scott graduated with his doctoral degree in Physical The...
10/13/2025

This week we’d like to highlight our Clinic Director Scott Hein!

Scott graduated with his doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from Pacific University in 2003. He received his bachelor degree from the University of Oregon in Exercise & Movement Science in 2000. Scott worked as a physical therapist in orthopedics for 4 years in Salem-Keizer, Oregon and became the director of Therapeutic Associates Inc., Forest Grove in June 2007.

Scott has been active in his pursuit of continuing education and in 2011 he sat for the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties exam. Scott passed his examination, becoming a Board Certified Orthopaedic Specialist. This certification recognizes Scott as a specialist within his field, demonstrating ā€œadvanced clinical knowledge, skill and experience in orthopedics.ā€ He has completed certification through Level II of the North American Institute of Manual Therapy and has finished coursework through Level III advanced seminars. In 2016, Scott completed 6 months of intensive coursework to become certified as a Therapeutic Pain Specialist. Completion of this program ensures that a Physical Therapist is utilizing the most up-to-date information and clinical advancements to assist patients in pain.

In his free time, Scott enjoys spending time with family, camping, mountain biking, and music.

Next up on our staff highlight, we have… Tony Lucas!Tony graduated with his doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from Pac...
10/06/2025

Next up on our staff highlight, we have…

Tony Lucas!

Tony graduated with his doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from Pacific University in 2023. He received his bachelor degree from Portland State University in Health Sciences in 2018.

Tony is also a wrestling coach at Glencoe High School and has been since 2016. He became a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist in 2018 and he has completed the Level II Blood Flow Restriction Training SmartCuffs course. Through the extra education he has gained in strength and conditioning, Tony has been able to apply this knowledge to his physical therapy practice and coaching to help his patients and student athletes reach their goals and be successful. Tony’s main interest is in orthopedics and sports and he is currently working towards a certification in Emergency Management for Sports Therapy and gaining more knowledge in Therapeutic Neuroscience.

In his free time, Tony enjoys spending time with family, hiking, playing with his dog, and working out.

Hello Forest Grove!We will be doing a series of highlighting one of our amazing staff members each week! Kicking this of...
09/29/2025

Hello Forest Grove!
We will be doing a series of highlighting one of our amazing staff members each week! Kicking this off we would like to introduce…

Warren Dijamco!

Warren graduated with his doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from Western University of Health Sciences in 2024. He received his Bachelor of Science degree with an emphasis in Exercise Science from California State University Long Beach in 2018.

Warren has had a long history working in physical therapy and personal training prior to becoming a physical therapist. He has provided care for many people in pain and has helped multiple active individuals and athletes recover in clinics and during sideline coverage. Warren’s main interest is in health and wellness education and exercise instruction. He is currently pursuing a Board-Certified Sports Clinical Specialty.

In his free time, Warren enjoys working out, going on a run, exploring the coast, and, if there is any free time left, playing video games.

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3305 19th Avenue
Forest Grove, OR
97116

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 6pm
Tuesday 7am - 7pm
Wednesday 8am - 7pm
Thursday 7am - 7pm
Friday 7am - 4pm

Telephone

+15033579810

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We treat everyone with respect and pride ourselves on the skilled care of our well-trained manual therapists. Treatment plans target each patient’s needs and are developed based on individual goals. We create a welcoming, comfortable environment where patients are able to establish a sincere connection with their therapist. Our three Physical Therapists and front office staff maintain a high standard of care, which allows patients to better understand their conditions, the expectations of their rehabilitation, and how long it will take to reach their goals. Specialty offerings include ASTYM, post-surgical rehab, aquatic therapy, treatment of arthritis, neck and back care, TMJ and headache treatment, orthopedic and sports therapy, runner specific treatment, pelvic health, and work conditioning.