Better Days Physical Therapy and Wellness

11/14/2025

Why guess when we can test?

Whether you’re having pain and looking for a rehab plan to get you out of pain or you have a big event coming up (marathon, bike race, soccer tournament) and you want to find your areas of limitation to address as you train, this is for you!

Each of our assessments includes technology that provides specific details about your muscle strength and movement. Why guess when we can test?

P: 231-268-0401

11/10/2025

It’s been a while and there’s many new faces around here so…. 👋

Hello! I’m Dr. Sara Gartland physical therapist and owner of Better Days Physical Therapy and Wellness.

I am a native to Traverse City, MI and moved back after finishing graduate school. Better Days was started with the goal of helping our active community remain active and pain free for life. Once you are a client at Better Days, you are part of the family. When hiccups come up, you have a go to person for all things movement related. If you are an active teen or adult, Better Days is the choice for you!

A little about me:
-I love a daily walk, but also like to lift heavy weights. 🏋️
-If you have a dog, please tell me all about them. I LOVE dogs. 🐶
-I married my high school sweetheart. ❤️
-I’ve never been the best at any sport, but love trying everything! 🏃🏼‍♀️

If you’re looking for a local physical therapist who cares about not only relieving your pain, but keeping you active, give me a call. I’d love to help. ☺️

11/07/2025

Shoulder pain is no fun!

These exercises focus on stabilization through your shoulder, but the key is doing them slow and controlled!

If any movements cause pain, decrease the range of motion or use a lighter band!

Still struggling? Give us a call.

P: 231-268-0401
W: betterdaysphysicaltherapy.com

11/05/2025

Ready to boost your confidence in the gym this winter? 💪

Join our 4-class lifting series designed to help you master the most common barbell and dumbbell movements.

Whether you’re new to lifting or just want to refine your form, this series will give you the tools — and confidence — to step into the weight room and lift safely and effectively.

By the end, you’ll not only know what to do, but you’ll feel empowered doing it!

Sign up now as limited spots are available!
Visit BetterDaysPhysicalTherapy.com to join!

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween! 🎃

-From your favorite Jazzercise Instructor/ Physical Therapist

10/27/2025

Feeling extra thankful ❤️☺️

We’re proud to present our 2025 Influential Women of Northern MI, featuring some incredible stories of women making positive changes in our community. Read the full publication in Saturday's Record-Eagle: https://record-eagle-cnhi.newsmemory.com/?special=Influential%20Women

10/24/2025

Stop by and learn about force plates and how they can guide your training or recovery!

Join us tomorrow at our South Airport store location for a Force Plate Testing Day with Sara Gartland from Better Days Physical Therapy and Wellness !

With just a few simple movements like squatting, jumping and balancing, force plates can provide powerful insights about your body including:
-Jump Height
-Ground Contact Time
-Balance and Stability
-Muscle Reactivity Time
-Max Force Output

Whether you’re an athlete looking to boost performance, or simply curious about your body’s mechanics, this is a fun and eye opening experience you won’t want to miss.

Join us anytime from 10am - 1 pm. We hope to see you there!

10/22/2025

Do you move your body each morning? Not only is it great for your joints and muscles but it also increases your serotonin, making you feel better and giving you a positive lookout in the day ahead of you.

10/21/2025

Check it out 💙

10/15/2025

Are you an avid skier or snowboarder? If so, then this is for you!

Before we know it, the snow will be here… yes. I said the “S” word. But now is the time to get your bodies ready for your winter activities!

Join in their 6 week course that’ll prepare you for skiing and snowboarding.

For all those participating, Better Days Physical Therapy is offering a $40 add on to receive pre and post testing measurements using force plates and hand held dynamometers so you can zone in on you weaknesses and see them improvements you’ve made!

Sign up now, and mention that you are interested in the pre/post testing to ensure you have e a spot!

10/12/2025

At Better Days Physical Therapy & Wellness, we take our assessments seriously, as they guide the treatment plan.

To ensure we have the most detailed data, we use force plates and handheld dynamometers to measure muscle strength, reactivity time, balance, and so much more.

We are the ONLY physical therapy clinic in Traverse City, using this state of the art technology. Interested in learning more? Give us a call! 231-268-0401

10/09/2025

Having a well fitted shoe is so important in preventing pain throughout the body.

Thanks to Fleet Feet in Traverse City for doing a full assessment of my feet to help me decide which shoe fits my feet the best! Sari was amazing and so helpful!

Also, fun fact. I’ve been wearing Brooks shoes for at least 3 years now. While I was between a pair of Brooks and ASICS at the end, the ASICS ultimately felt the best.

If you’re in need of new shoes, go check them out!