Physical Therapy in a Studio Environment
Using the proven principles of Applied Functional Science, we offer a variety of evidence-based therapy techniques over the course of your sessions with us. We now offer appointments of half an hour or one hour increments.
Together, we:
This allows for the necessary changes in treatment plan for the most optimal outcome. We give you the tools. By the end of physical therapy, you should be empowered to continue a path toward better personal function on your own.
Insurance can be tricky and expensive, so we offer self-pay services with our Doctors of Physical Therapy. The evaluations are $145.00 (only first visit) and the follow ups are $100.00. We do treat during our evaluations, and all appointments are 45 minutes. Use this time to get to know your physical therapists and come up with a plan that gets you back to healthier living sooner.
Services We Offer
Dry needling – Dry needling is a form of acupuncture that treats muscle tissue; it has been shown to relieve chronic pain, muscle tension, pressure, and tightness, and stimulate healing in the tissue by creating small lesions in the skin.
Cupping Therapy- Cupping therapy is a timeless form of alternative medicine in which a therapist manipulates your skin tissue by using special cups to create suction. This practice has been shown to help with chronic pain, inflammation, blood flow, relaxation and well being, and as a type of deep-tissue massage.
Manual Physical Therapy- Manual Physical Therapy: skilled hand and passive movements of joints and soft tissue that are intended to improve tissue extensibility; increase range of motion; induce relaxation; mobilize or manipulate soft tissue and joints; modulate pain; and reduce soft tissue swelling, inflammation, or restriction. Techniques may include manual lymphatic drainage, manual traction, massage, mobilization/manipulation, and passive range of motion. At Alliance Physical Therapy, we offer manual therapy by a certified manual therapist.
Neuromuscular re-education- Neuromuscular Re-education is used to improve movement patterns, balance and function by retraining your muscles to perform stronger and with less pain, which can prevent further injury or discomfort.
Applied Functional Science- Applied Functional Science focuses on the physical, biological, and behavioral sciences of a person to treat an injury. Therapists use this technique to enhance a patient’s performance, training, and movement. AFS is a rehabilitation technique consistently shown to improve function and movement.
LSVT BIG- LSVT BIG trains people with Parkinson disease to improve their functionality and movement. The treatment improves walking, self-care, and other tasks by helping people “recalibrate” how they perceive their movements with what others actually see. At Alliance, we have therapists that are certified in this course to help patients.
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What We Treat
- Back Pain- Stenosis and Disc Problems, sprains, strains
- Hip Pain – muscle and tendon problems and tears, bursitis, labrum tears, pre and post surgical rehab as well as non-surgical management of pain
- Hamstring Avulsions, sprains and strains
- Knee Pain – Meniscus tear, ACL, MCL patella femoral problems, chondromalacia
- Foot and Ankle Problems – Sprains and strains, fracture care, Plantar Fasciitis, turf toe, tarsal tunnel syndrome,
- Wrist and Hand pain, fracture care, tendon or ligament issues
- Elbow Pain- Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis
- Shoulder Pain- Frozen Shoulder, rotator cuff and labrum problems
- Sports injuries
- Vestibular Problems- Vertigo, headaches, dizziness, concussions
- Neurological issues and disorders
- Post-stroke care
- Osteoarthritis
- COPD
- Diabetes
- Fracture Care
- Parkinson’s Disease – LSVT
- Pre and post surgical care
- Conservative management of pain or functional limitations
- Performance enhancement
- Movement disorders
- Parkinson’s
- MS
- Dystonia
- FND
- Runner’s injuries
- Cancer related rehab
- Pulmonary disroders
- Pre and post orthopedic, plastic or general surgical care
If you don’t see your problem on this list, give us a call!
Hear what our clients have to say!
Health & Vitality
Restoring your health begins with doing what your body was made to do: move. We offer studio visits in both half hour and full hour increments.
Unique to your lifestyle
A therapist will help you understand the limits of your body, the needs of your lifestyle, and coach you in meeting your goals.
Full body expertise
We apply a range of techniques, from manual therapy to guided movement and exercise, to help you move better and feel better.
One on One
We treat one patient at a time with one therapist, every time, because we believe you deserve to have with the person helping you understand how your body works.
Dress Comfortably
Wear comfortable clothes that allow for movement and accessibility to your affected area, as well as athletic type shoes.
Call Us
We’d love to tell you how we are keeping the staff and patients safe. We are always happy to answer any questions or provide advice.
Help With Insurance
We’re here to help. If you ever have a question about insurance benefits or charges, don’t hesitate to ask.
We Love What We Do
Alliance Physical Therapy is an outpatient rehabilitation practice dedicated to providing services to people of all ages and physical abilities.
Shelley Vaszar, PT, DPT, FAFS, AIB-VRC
Shelley is a doctor of Physical Therapy with over twenty years of experience and is the owner of Alliance Physical Therapy. She is certified to treat vestibular conditions such as dizziness, vertigo, and concussions and has also completed a year long fellowship of Applied Functional Science at the Gray Institute which is considered the “Highest Standard of Care in the Functional Analysis of Human Movement.”
Shelley enjoys hiking, biking, and spending time with her husband and two daughters. She loves traveling.
Sarah Cosme-Torabi PT, MSPT, DPT, MTC, CKTP, CHGP
Sarah is a doctor of Physical Therapy with over 20 years of experience. She has certifications in Manual Therapy and IASTM (instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization) and is also certified to do Cupping and Dry Needling Therapy. Her favorite orthopedic conditions to treat are post-operative shoulders, knees, and hips.
In her free time, Sarah enjoys staying fit, traveling, and spending time with her family and young daughter. Fun fact: She is a great singer and dancer and did Zumba for over 15 years!
Emily Emch, PT, DPT, AIB-VRC
Emily is a doctor of Physical Therapy who was awarded the 2021 Clinical Scholar Award among the NAU- Phoenix Bioscience Campus. She is certified to treat vestibular conditions such as vertigo, concussions, and dizziness. She also completed a six-day Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation Lab through the Arizona Occupational Therapy Association. She loves the variety of cases that an outpatient orthopedic setting has to offer, but has a specific affinity for dizziness and proprioception cases.
Emily uses her free time to enjoy weightlifting, hiking, camping, and traveling. She is an avid foodie and enjoys trying new things like pottery!
Attention
The attention you deserve.Road to Recovery
We guide you through your full treatment, attending to the details that can make or break your recovery.
Experience
We’re good at what we do.Expert care
We are proud to treat a wide variety of conditions with attention to detail and experience.
Personal care
We’re known for it.Strong Relationships
The relationships we form with our patients last for years. We wouldn’t have it any other way.
*Licensed massage therapist. Please contact the office if interested.
Worth the Time and Investment
Results from a survey of recent clients.
Helped with condition
Worth the time, effort, and money
Gave useful tools to use on my own
Proper amount of attention
Staff made scheduling easy
How we are managing COVID:
At Alliance Physical Therapy, we take the health and wellbeing of our patients and employees very seriously. For that reason, we have implemented many new policies to lower risk and exposure during this time. Our physical therapists see only one patient an hour with time to clean down all areas in between patients. We rearranged the layout of the clinic so that if therapists are working at the same time, each can treat their patient in their own area with more than six feet distance between them. Our therapists will wear masks based on patient comfort/risk. They will wash/sanitize their hands throughout the visit and especially between patients. We screen new patients before their first appointment for any exposure or if they have been feeling unwell, and everyone is advised to cancel if they are feeling sick. Patients who are uncomfortable coming into the clinic during this time can call the clinic for more information or get a personalized home exercise program written by your therapist. We feel confident that through these changes, we are able to get patients feeling better in a low-risk, high-reward environment.