Eastside Sports Rehabilitation Clinics not only offers physical therapy
services. We believe that in order to achieve total health and strength,
one needs to do more than simply overcome their injury.
Once your injury or condition is resolved, it is equally as important
to maintain strength and rebuild energy every day. This is why we offer
a variety of services to satisfy all areas of health including physical
therpay, personal training, massage therapy, and
naturopathic medicine.
Eastside Sports Rehabilitation Clinics provide physical therapy for:
- Musculoskeletal Conditions & Orthopedics
(including sports, work-related, and accidental injuries)
- Surgical Rehabilitation: knees, hips, shoulders, and more
- Spinal Stabilization
- Back Pain
- Cervical Strain
- Food and Ankle Injuries
- Upper Extremity Injuries
Frozen Shoulder
Patello-femoral Dysfunction
Rotator Cuff Injuries
Tennis Elbow or Wrist
Dance Injury Rehab
Swim Injury Rehab
Poor Posture
Sprains/Strains
Impingement Syndrome
Pediatric musculoskeletal disorders & conditions
What are orthotics?
Prescription Orthotics are custom-made devices which correct your individual foot problems by treating or adjusting abnormal foot motion; providing support, stability, and control. They also help correct problems associated with knee, hip and lower back pain. Orthotics are usually made of high-impact materials and are designed to be inserted right into your shoes, similar to arch supports. Orthotics will help to improve overall balance, absorb shock, and relieve pressure on uncomfortable areas of the individual foot.
Why would I need orthotics?
Since feet are the major weight-bearing part of the body, foot pain is common; half of the Americans polled by the American Podiatric Medical Association had missed a day of work because of foot problems. The foot contains 26 bones and many small structures which support and balance the weight of the entire body. Walking puts up to 1.5 times one's body weight on the foot, and humans walk an average of 1,000 miles per year. Orthotics help to correct biomechanical imbalances of the foot and ankle. Over time, abnormal motion of your feet can lead to wide variety of ailments including but not limited to: bunions, Morton's Neuroma, Hallux Rigidus, Plantar Fascitis, hammer toes, Achilles Tendonitis, and arthritis.
Athletes use orthotics to enhance their performance and increase comfort. Orthotics eliminate muscle stress and fatigue by removing the need for muscles to compensate for undetectable imbalances, which promotes better muscle function and enhances overall performance. Orthotics can help prevent injury or deformity from occurring or stop the progression of existing problems. However, orthotics can provide protection and comfort for your feet, even if no major symptoms exist. Orthotics are also useful for people with arthritic or diabetic foot conditions, people who are very overweight, required to be on their feet for extended periods of time, or have an inconsistency with their leg length.
Will my insurance cover my orthotics?
One pair of custom orthotics costs $310. Payment is due at the time of visit in which the patient is evaluated. Insurance will usually cover the cost of orthotics. As a courtesy we will verify your insurance for you. However, you are ultimately responsible for verifying the accuracy of what we quoted. The billing code for orthotics is L3020 and we
encourage patients to check orthotics coverage with their insurance company. We do offer a 20% discount to cash pay patients.
What occurs during an orthotics evaluation?
- Slow-Motion Digital Video Gait Analysis:
The video-taping of gait allows a frame-by-frame analysis, to help determine what phases of the gait cycle abnormal motions are occurring. Also, we review the video with the patient so he/she may have a better understanding of the contributing factors to their complaints.
- Foot Plate Pressure Distribution/Harris Mat:
A foot print is used to identify the pressure distributions on the bottom of the foot during the stance phase of a gait cycle.
- Biomechanical Examination of the lower half:
The lower half of the body is scanned for abnormal motions in both unweighted and standing positions. Static alignments of the joints are then measured. Also, changes in alignment will be noted during various tasks such as squatting, and single leg standing.
- Lower Extremity and Trunk Strength Testing:
Muscle testing will be performed to find any related weakness. Also, the ability of the trunk musculature to stabilize will be assessed. We look at trunk stability because of its important role in ensuring efficient function of the lower half of the body.
At Eastside Sports Rehabilitation Clinics, our personal trainers provide one-on-one sessions. Our experienced professional trainers analyze your current fitness level and discuss your training goals in order to design an individualized program that meets your unique needs. Our trainers ensure that you are working out at an effective and realistic level to achieve your goals.
Personal training programs are designed to target weight loss, body sculpting, core training, functional training, and sports performance enhancement. Personal training is a great follow up to your physical therapy once it has been completed in order to maintain strength and overall wellness.
Bellevue Massage
Massage therapy services are now available at our Bellevue clinic.
We have two highly experienced licensed massage therapists, Kaycee Skodje,
LMP and Earle Olson, LMP who specialize in Swedish massage, relaxation
massage, deep tissue, sports massage, maternity massage, myofascial
release, and trigger/tender point modalities.
Hours:
Monday - Friday, 10:00am-7:00pm
Saturdays, 10:00am to 4:00pm.
Insurance & Rates:
Accepted insurance for massage therapy include Regence,
Premera, Uniform, First Choice, and Labor & Industry
and PIP Claims. Insurance can be billed for the first hour
of treatment only. Our cash pay rates are as follows:
60 minutes =$80
90 minutes=$115
120 minutes=$150
Health Benefits of Massage:
Massage helps to increase the blood circulation and oxygen to
muscles and other tissues; it helps your skin and muscles to
relax and increase joint flexibility and range of motion.
Massage will also give you a sense of well-being and relaxation,
eliminate toxins, increase energy, and help alleviate everyday
stress. Rejuvenate your body by decreasing muscle tension,
stiffness, tightness, and knotted muscles. If you are an
active person or athlete, treat your body to massage in order
to alleviate and/or treat pain from old injuries or overexertion.
Eastside Sports Rehabilitation Clinics provide physical therapy for Women's Health:
- Urinary Incontinence
- Biofeedback Pelvic Floor Training
- Pelvic Floor Pain Management
- Prenatal and Postnatal Care
- Pelvic Floor Dysfunction
- Osteoporosis
- Musculoskeletal Pre-natal Dysfunction
- Post-Surgical/Post-natal
- Sacro-iliac Joint Instabilities
Physical therapy for women during and after pregnancy:
Physical therapy uses a combination of approaches that offer an exclusive and efficient way to aid women in returning to their previous function and level of health.
The women's health program at Eastside Sports Rehabilitation Clinics includes a musculoskeletal evaluation and treatment of women experiencing difficulties during and after pregnancy. In addition, the program also includes an evaluation and treatment of urinary incontinence and osteoporosis.
You are important! Our women's health specialist, Sarah Lange, DPT, provides one on one treatment sessions for one whole hour. This allows her sufficient time to answer all questions and concerns, apply necessary treatments specific to your condition, and provide you with helpful materials that empower you to take control of your pain.
Do you find that being pregnant has led to pain in our lower back, hip, neck, or shoulders? There are several physical and hormonal changes that occur in one's body during pregnancy. A few of the physical changes that occur with pregnancy include:
- Joints become loose and lax
- Ribs flare up and out
- Increased rounding of the upper back
- Increased arch of the lower back and forward tilt of the pelvis
- Changes in shape and body composition
- Drop in pelvic floor
- Muscle imbalances, weakness vs. tightness
- Changes in center of gravity
Goals of Physical Therapy:
- Improve body mechanics & awareness
- Increase overall body strength
- Promote safe and continued fitness, with a safe progression of exercise
- Education on changes occurring to the body and how to accommodate those changes
- Improve relaxation skills
- Decrease risks of further development of current health issues
Treatment Approaches:
Hands-on manual therapy:
- Muscle Energy
- Massage
- Myofascial Release
- Scar Tissue Mobilization
Exercise geared specifically toward your condition:
- Pelvic Floor
- Lower Back
- Chest & Mid-back
- Neck
Body mechanic education:
- Posture
- Daily Activities
- Child Care
- Transitional Movements
- Orthotic Evaluation
Relaxation exercises & stress management techniques:
- Visualization
- Diaphragm Breathing
- Stretches
Welcome to Eastside Naturopaths, our specialized division offering assistance in the areas of preventive medicine, women’s health, hormonal balancing, thyroid disorders, gastrointestinal health, weight loss, treatment of chronic disease and lifestyle counseling.
Dr. Jessica Stubblefield earned her doctorate in naturopathic medicine from Bastyr University in Seattle, Washington, where she received the most rigorous training in natural medicine available in the United States. She is licensed and board-certified in the State of Washington to be a naturopathic primary care physician.
For more information please visit her site,
Eastside Naturopaths
"My goal is to help those who are seeking greater freedom in their lives, by providing the stepping stones to well-being."
Doctor Stubblefield focuses include women's health, chronic health issues, metabolic optimization, detoxification, and lifestyle counseling. In addition to attending regular seminars and conferences which allow her to keep up with the latest research and developments in her field, Dr. Stubblefield also teaches regular classes on various subjects, including: boosting immunity, chronic inflammation, seasonal affective disorder, chronic fatigue, and dietary links to anti-aging.
