Business Details
25 Years
experience
Your Trusted Physical Therapy Partner in Tacoma, WA
At ABC Physical Therapy, we believe in treating the whole person rather than just symptoms. Founded in 2001, our practice combines traditional physical therapy with alternative healing modalities to restore balance and promote natural healing. Our experienced therapists use evidence-based techniques like dry needling, manual manipulation, and therapeutic massage to create personalized treatment plans. We specialize in addressing sacroiliac joint and lumbar facet joint issues through our proprietary Leveling Technique, developed by founder Chris Ford. With locations in Tacoma and Gig Harbor, we serve patients recovering from sports injuries, work-related injuries, and motor vehicle accidents.Our team includes licensed physical therapists and massage specialists who provide comprehensive care for back pain, migraines, and post-surgical rehabilitation. We emphasize patient education through self-alignment techniques and ergonomic guidance. Accepting most insurance plans, we offer flexible scheduling and maintain high success rates through our holistic approach to pain management and functional restoration.
Services
Dry Needling
Massage Therapy
Cupping Therapy
Sports Injury Rehabilitation
Post-Surgical Care
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized treatment plans combining traditional and alternative therapies
- Our therapists developed the proprietary Leveling Technique for spinal alignment
- Specialized care for sports injuries, work-related injuries, and post-surgical rehabilitation
- Accepting most major insurance plans with flexible scheduling options
- Experienced team includes physical therapists and licensed massage specialists
What people say
Highly competent therapists
Improved quality of life
Best customer service skills
Immediate pain relief
Personalized treatment plans
Services
Dry Needling
Our dry needling treatment uses thin filiform needles to target muscle trigger points, reducing chronic pain and improving mobility. This evidence-based technique effectively treats myofascial pain syndromes and sports-related injuries through precise neuromuscular stimulation.
Massage Therapy
Our licensed massage therapists provide deep tissue and therapeutic massage treatments to alleviate muscle tension, improve circulation, and promote healing. Sessions are customized to address specific conditions like chronic back pain, migraines, and post-injury recovery.
Cupping Therapy
This ancient healing technique creates controlled suction to increase blood flow, release tight muscles, and promote tissue healing. Our practitioners use cupping therapy to treat chronic pain conditions, improve range of motion, and complement other physical therapy treatments.
Sports Injury Rehabilitation
Our sports injury program combines manual therapy, therapeutic exercises, and sport-specific training to safely return athletes to competition. We treat common injuries like sprains, strains, and overuse conditions while preventing future performance limitations.
Post-Surgical Rehabilitation
We provide comprehensive post-operative care following joint replacements, spinal surgeries, and soft tissue repairs. Our rehabilitation programs focus on restoring mobility, rebuilding strength, and optimizing functional recovery through personalized exercise protocols and manual therapy techniques.
People
Chris Ford
Founder
Chris Ford, PT, MPT founded ABC Physical Therapy in 2001 after discovering the critical role of sacroiliac joint alignment in treating back pain. With over 25 years of clinical experience, he developed the proprietary Leveling Technique for spinal alignment.
Chaz Sak-Ocbina
Clinic Director
Chaz Sak-Ocbina, PT, DPT serves as Clinic Director at ABC Physical Therapy. He specializes in treating complex spinal conditions and oversees clinical operations while maintaining an active patient caseload using evidence-based manual therapy techniques.
Seth Colyar
Massage Therapist
Seth Colyar, LMT provides therapeutic massage treatments at ABC Physical Therapy. He specializes in deep tissue work and myofascial release techniques to complement physical therapy treatments for chronic pain and injury recovery.
Sean Armentrout
Physical Therapist
Sean Armentrout, PT, DPT treats patients with diverse musculoskeletal conditions at ABC Physical Therapy. He combines manual therapy skills with therapeutic exercise prescription to help patients achieve functional recovery goals.
Shannon Garrett
Physical Therapist Assistant
Shannon Garrett, PTA assists in delivering patient care at ABC Physical Therapy. She implements treatment plans under therapist supervision, focusing on therapeutic exercises and modalities to support patients' recovery progress.
Questions
What makes ABC Physical Therapy different from other clinics?
We combine traditional physical therapy with alternative techniques like our proprietary Leveling Technique for spinal alignment, addressing root causes of pain rather than just symptoms.
Do you treat conditions beyond back pain?
Yes, we treat various musculoskeletal conditions including sports injuries, work-related injuries, post-surgical rehabilitation, shoulder injuries, and migraine headaches.
What should I wear to my appointment?
Wear loose, comfortable clothing that allows movement. Avoid fragrances and turn off electronic devices during treatment sessions.
Do you accept insurance?
We accept most major insurance plans. Patients should bring insurance cards and referrals to first appointments for proper billing verification.
What is your cancellation policy?
We require 24-hour notice for cancellations to avoid fees. Late arrivals may be considered no-shows with applicable charges.
How long are treatment sessions?
Initial evaluations last approximately one hour. Follow-up sessions typically range from 45-60 minutes depending on treatment needs.
