When Prineville couple Daniel and Teryn Wiens first heard about the need for a new pediatric residential physical therapy facility to be built in the Southern Province of Rwanda, they knew they could help. Daniel is the founder of the nonprofit, Journeyman International (JI), that provides architecture, engineering and project management services to humanitarian […]
Growing up in Bend, Rebound physical therapist and South Clinic Supervisor Hailey Foster embraced some quintessential Central Oregon hobbies. Over the years, she’s been an avid whitewater kayaker, mountain biker, cyclocross racer, Nordic skier and backpacker. Her firsthand knowledge of the area’s outdoor lifestyle provides insight into the lives of her patients. “Having done a […]
In 2009, Rebound physical therapist Stuart Johnson saw a need that he could meet. At the time, Central Oregon patients requiring vestibular rehabilitation — a specialized form of PT that uses specific exercises to treat dizziness and balance problems — had to drive to Portland for treatment. “There was a gap (in care) that I […]
Endurance athletes know a thing or two about overuse injuries. Expedition (adventure) races — often described as backcountry triathlons — typically include mountain biking, mountaineering and paddling across unmarked terrain. The non-stop races range from several hours to 10 days long, and four-person teams must navigate difficult terrain with only a map and compass. Bend […]
At age 23, Eric Walberg PT was driving through Portland in his car when he had an epiphany. “I was trying to figure out what to do with the rest of it life and it hit me — I decided to become a physical therapist,” said Walberg, who has served as Rebound’s Sunriver Clinic Director […]
The holiday season is typically a time of joyful celebration and anticipation of the new year. But it also provides an opportunity for reflection. With COVID-19 upending normal life, 2020 has been a difficult year for many — including the numerous Central Oregon families and individuals facing financial hardship due to the pandemic. Rebound’s mission […]
We are pleased to welcome physical therapist Nicolette Sapigao, PT, DPT, CCI, STMT-1 to Rebound! Nicolette will be treating patients full-time at our Redmond Clinic. A native of Walla Walla, Washington, Nicolette obtained a Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Loma Linda University in California. Prior to PT school, she earned Bachelor of Arts degrees in […]
When it comes to rehab, Rebound physical therapist Peter Mollo PT takes an integrative approach with his patients. “I use everything,” said Mollo of his treatment style. “I teach high school football players yoga for flexibility and incorporate Olympic lifting techniques when strength-training older patients.” He is Board Certified as a Sports Clinical Specialist (SCS) […]
Three and a half years ago, Ruby Garmyn was walking his dog at Bend’s Pine Nursery Park when he saw a group of people his age playing pickleball. Intrigued by the sport, he signed up for an introductory class through Bend Park […]
By Melissa Carlton, PT, CLT, CES, CSCS Director of Rebound’s Lymphedema and Oncology Program, Bend North Clinic October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and it also is National Physical Therapy Month. As a physical therapist and certified lymphedema therapist I am very passionate about working with patients during their […]
