Physical Therapy at First Hill in Seattle, WA

"I know you will love your first visit as I did!"

My first visit at this location. I was welcomed with a warm, and relaxing atmosphere. Matthew did a great job in listening to my problems and being able to determine what was wrong and having a solution to help. Very professional but was also a very easy going person to open up too. I will definitely be coming back when in need. I know you will love your first visit as I did!

- Nathan H.

"Anna is a great PT"

Anna is a great PT. Her specialty of treating backs was key for me. She made me feel comfortable with doing PT to prevent surgery and also let me know if I needed surgery the was a road to full recovery.

- Melinda M

"I felt very comfortable and had the utmost confidence in her abilities."

Physical Therapist Anna Fitzgerald listened carefully to diagnose my muscle problem and directed me to some excercises to remedy the problem. I was impressed with her professionalism and bed side manner … I felt very comfortable and had the utmost confidence in her abilities.

- Harry C

Prompt service and Anna is amazing!

- Nathan E

"They work magic 🙂"

This place is the best, and especially Anna Fitzgerald! I’m a former college tennis player always thinking I’m still in college and consistently getting some form of injury. Anna and the MTI team always come to the rescue, and I’m always forever grateful. They work magic 🙂

- Joseph T

"I’ve been pain-free for over a year"

It was great working with Anna (twice)! She is very knowledgeable and helped me to successfully rehab my lower back and ankle injury. I’ve been pain free for over a year in my lower back and feel like I’ll have similar success with my ankle. I’ve been recommending Anna to all my friends and family!

- Hai-Uyen N

My PT Anna listens to me and adjusts her treatment accordingly. And she is very nice!

- Bruce H

"Expertise, efficiency, heart."

MTI on 12th is my go-to! My most recent set of visits was with Anna Fitzgerald, who I’ve seen in the past, as well, and is a total pro. Expertise, efficiency, heart. Front desk staff is friendly and helpful. Will always choose MTI.

- Lauri J

"I feel so much better and have been able to get back to activities"

What amazing progress I made at MTI over the past months! I had a car accident and was referred to MTI. I’d had a lot of PT in the past but this was different as it included manual therapy, which I think was key for me. Every exercise I was given as homework made a big difference in how I moved and how I felt. Working with Anna Fitzgerald was a real blessing: She’s super sharp, knows the body, is a great listener, and brings a good sense of humor to those awkward positions/moments. I feel so much better and have been able to get back to activities I thought I never would. I wholeheartedly recommend Anna and MTI for anyone who is experiencing pain and wants to feel good again.

- Lauri J.

"get me back on my feet. "

As an aging athlete, I have found numerous new ways to injure myself over the past few years. In each instance, Anna Fitzgerald has patiently worked with me to fix whatever is not working correctly and get me back on my feet. She is both patient and at the same time doesn’t sugar coat what it’s going to take to effectively rehab an injury. The exercises she prescribes are challenging yet not overwhelming. I greatly appreciate the time she takes to make sure I understand the problem and how we can work towards a solution.

- Toffer P

"Anna gave me my active life back for a second time."

I relied on MTI First Hill, specifically Anna Fitzgerald, to rehabilitate me after my second back surgery. I once again asked Anna to guide a return to healthy core strength and specify an exercise regimen to keep me there. But, in addition, I had severe asymmetric nerve degradation. Anna not only facilitated my core strength recovery, by using assessments, observations, manual muscle manipulation and evolving exercises at home she was able to return much of the functionality I had prior to my injury. Anna gave me my active life back for a second time. I continue to recommend Anna and MTI to anyone I know that needs physical therapy. I hope I never need it again, but if I do, I will wait in line to see her first.

- John E

The folks at MTI were the only out of 4 cities in 10 years to guide my back to a full recovery. Through thorough training and attention to detail.

- Charles

Awesome staff and therapists. Highly recommend!

- Marcus T

Great personal attention to my physical limitations and needs to get back to my best self.

- Scott H

Hesitating to rave about Anna Fitzgerald PT, for fear it will be harder to get appointments with her, but hey. Personable, experienced, and super-knowledgable.

- Rick H

"I'm happily injury free after 3 months"

I had a great experience with Greg when he was rehabilitating my sprained ankle. He was very knowledgeable about everything regarding the injury, and I’m happily injury free after 3 months of working with him. I would definitely recommend checking him out!

- Steven C.

"nerve pain in my glutes eases tremendously after two sessions "

My MTI Therapist, Greg, showed me the exercises and was very professional and knowledgeable. The nerve pain in my glutes eases tremendously after two sessions at the clinic and with me continuing the exercises at home.

- Fuziah A

Greg is very patient and knowledgeable.

- Rie T

"MTI is my favorite physical therapy clinic"

MTI is my favorite physical therapy clinic due to their quality of treatments. I’ve been to many other PT clinics and feel I’m qualified to make my judgement. The therapists are well qualified and MTI assists them in gaining additional PT credentials.

- Bill B

"They did an amazing job."

They did an amazing job. I started with leg pain, but they correctly identified that it was really my back and gave me all the right exercises to eliminate all pain in my knee and leg, and strengthen my back and core to reduce that pain as well. Very professional. Good listeners. Highly recommend.

- Sean M

"I was pain free and back to lifting within a few weeks."

I came to Greg Niven DPT with a minor lumbar disc injury. I was pain-free and back to lifting within a few weeks. By the end of our time together (6 visits over 2 months) I was better than ever.

- Scott Y

"The Bellevue MTI is a nice and comfortable place for therapy sessions."

I have started seeing the therapist Luke Brown for a few weeks for Neck pain. His work is professional, and he is knowledgeable. He listens to your concerns and issue, takes notes, and guides you through the exercises that could slowly improve your condition. He is willing to work the best for you. I was instructed to do the right amount of exercise for the Home Exercise Program (HEP) while I dealt with another doctor’s HEP for shoulder pain. The equipment is clean and organized. The therapist also has the private room/office to do the manual therapy and the guided therapy in the common area. The Bellevue MTI is a nice and comfortable place for therapy sessions.

- Mary C.

"I feel Jim gave me my life back!!!"

Before I began working with Jim Rivard, I was unable to walk more than 400 yards without significant hip and pelvic pain. An MRI revealed severe lumbar spinal stenosis as well as two herniated discs. The orthopedic surgeon I saw told me there was no hope other than surgery. A year after weekly sessions with Jim as well as a home exercise program, I am walking 2 miles with no pain, and I’m able to work in my kitchen, standing for two hours. I feel Jim gave me my life back!!! Although I’ll never climb a mountain, I can go on easy hikes with my grandsons with NO pain. Jim is the best, knowledgeable and a problem solver. He didn’t give up on this 73 year old grandmother and I am so grateful!!!

- Laurie S

"I’ve only received excellent treatment"

Jim Rivard makes every other PT look like a clown. I’ve only received excellent treatment from him, and he truly is performing at a higher level than 99% of PTs working today.

- Katty B

"I have improved."

I have received both manual therapy and exercises to build strength at MTI. I find the knowledge and patience of the therapists I’ve worked with admirable. And I have improved.

- Ellen P

"My family highly recommends Jim Rivard and MTI!"

My family highly recommends Jim Rivard and MTI! Over a decade of getting physical therapy from Jim due to various health conditions, my family and I have received the most effective care and results from Jim’s responsive and expert therapy. A bonus is his wonderful sense of humor, spiced with kindness.

- A P Y

"I would recommend MTI for any physical therapy needs."

I’m currently working with Jim at MTI Physical Therapy for a WC injury. Not only is Jim incredible at listening and showing great empathy for me as a person (the pain and stress that comes with trying to heal/recover from an injury, dealing with workers comp and the aggravation there, having previously had a different physical therapist that was treating my injury as though it wasn’t real or serious, etc), he is kind, encouraging, and thorough in his treatment…Their therapists are incredibly talented and in sync with their patients, the premises are clean and open (no claustrophobia!), and they have many more tools and toys to help fix you up than my previous PT did. Welcoming, caring, talented and knowledgeable! Please consider utilizing their expertise if you’re in need of physical therapy…

- Toni M.

"Thanks for helping me achieve my goals!"

Jim Rivard is the best. This is a great organization. They know how to pinpoint what I need and then follow through. MTI is the best. Thanks for helping me achieve my goals!

- Carol B

Professional focus on individual patient care.

- Don S

"my physical therapist and has been wonderful! "

Jo was my physical therapist and has been wonderful! Very attentive and engaging in my personal care and goals means a lot to me. I wish my work schedule no longer conflicts with hours of operation at this place. Everyone has been super friendly and helpful.

- Riqui C

"I’ve seen Jo a couple of times now and she has been great!"

I’ve seen Jo a couple of times now and she has been great! I’m having hip replacement surgery and she has a lot of experience with people who have had that type of surgery. She has given me a couple of before surgery exercises that help to reduce my pain.

- Joetta S

"my PT made me fell all better"

Really professional, my PT made me felt all better, she is awesome.

- Julia C

"helped improve the injury "

I’ve seen Kyle Buckham for over a year and he’s provided therapy for two separate injuries. In each case he has helped improved the injury and takes the time to explain the process and answer my questions. In addition, the support staff has been very friendly and helpful with appointments and billing.

- RR B

"my condition has improved greatly."

Staff is super knowledgeable and very thorough. They took the time to evaluate my condition prior to setting a treatment plan. By following the plan, my condition has improved greatly.

- Paul R

"I feel like I am well taken care of here at MTI PT First Hill!"

The staff are kind, helpful, and were able to get me on the schedule right away! The therapists are all very knowledgable about treatment modalities and movement and strength required for different sports and athletic pursuits. I feel like I am well taken care of here at MTI PT First Hill!

- Manbir S

Kyle, I cannot wait to come back and see him again now that I have had my hip replacement.

- Timothy M

Great Experience!

- Peter C

"the pain in my left shoulder is almost completely gone."

Kyle Buckham has been a pleasure to work with. His diagnosis and training program have been excellent, and the pain in my left shoulder is almost completely gone. I’m well on track to a full recovery and in fairly short order. Highly recommend!

- Schuyler C

"I really can’t recommend him enough."

Matt Wood is a dream. I really can’t recommend him enough. After dealing with serious chronic back pain for nearly a year, I was at the end of my wits after having seen a series of chiropractors and massage therapists with little to no lasting improvements….Matt tried a variety of different methodologies and exercises to find the ones best for me. He’s a great listener and informed practitioner. Thoughtful, kind and knowledgeable. Can’t go wrong here.

- Jennifer B.

"Matt is fabulous!"

Matt is fabulous! He pays attention to my needs and even recommended me to a different clinic that would serve my problems better.

- Wren C

"they’ve always been so kind and knowledgeable"

I so enjoy the staff and the therapists at MTI. Whether dealing with foot, knee, or shoulder issues, they’ve always been so kind and knowledgeable.

- Kasey F

It has been a GREAT PT with Mathew!

- Roland W

"A sure 5 stars!"

Extremely satisfied with the service and the results. They focus not only on PT but also osteopathic manipulation as appropriate. This combination was successful for my back problem – not completely recovered but a marked improvement and I expect continued improved as I perform the PT exercises that I was taught. I will definitely go back if I have another issue. Staff were respectful and the online scheduling system worked well. A sure 5 stars!

- Stephen D

"I highly recommend MTI and Matthew Wood."

Matthew Wood was great- he helped diagnose my issue and recommend exercises that showed almost immediate results and improved my quality of life. And he gave me a plan to continue exercises to improve strength and think about how hold and move my body. I highly recommend MTI and Matthew Wood.

- Joanne W

"I would have NO problem recommending them."

I worked with both Matt and Becca in the past for some neck injuries. They were both great to help me with my PT for that as well as helped me work on a few other boby-mechanics related to other sports I do. Both of them were pleasant to work with, funny, and worked to customize a workout routine I…

- Mark F

"Matt helped me get my strength and confidence back."

I can’t share enough positive words about Matt Wood, the PT who saved my body and mind in 2023, lol….Matt Wood is professional, personable, kind, and funny. He adapted workouts to my needs to get me in shape for lifting, ski season, or even initially just getting in enough shape to walk my dog again. Matt rehabbed my knee and has gotten me to a place where moving forward, I know how to keep my entire body strong and healthy to prevent injury. He educated me on the functional purpose of muscle strength and the PT exercises I did. If you are injured or just looking to build your strength Matt will get you there and make the process as enjoyable as injury recovery can be & will leave you feeling stronger to prevent repeat injury.

- Jane M.

Good first session — extremely busy environment but they have a highly attentive and supportive front desk staff to manage the comings and going’s.

- Mitchell S

"Matt Wood was exceptional "

MTI physical therapist, Matt Wood was exceptional in providing comprehensive, professional care for my knee issues. He made sound judgement decisions related to a complex problem. He is also kind, thoughtful and a joy to work with. He communicates well and has an optimistic approach. I would not hesitate in referring clients to him.

- Susan B

Matthew Wood is easy to get along with and my time at MTI was pleasant. Everyone was respectful, helpful, and knowledgeable.

- Matthew G

"Love these people."

Clean, orderly, PROFESSIONAL. A PCP once sent me to a chiropractor and it was a nightmare, so I was very anxious. My therapist listened carefully to my entire history (I’m 67), examined me, put me through some starter exercises, sent me home with text link to exercises. Love these people.

- Catherine T-D

MTI provides great physical therapy services, and specifically Ryker Penner, who is knowledgeable and easy to work with.

- Larry L

"I highly recommend MTI as the place to go for supportive and thorough treatment."

This has been a great experience all around. From my pre-surgery “here’s what to expect” assessment, to being now 4-weeks post-knee replacement, everything has been clear, comforting and professional. Ryker has pushed me, but stayed aware of my own limits, as well as made sure I understood what progress looked like. He’s listened to me complain, and stayed supportive, but never let me off the hook, which is exactly what I need in a recovery plan and therapist…I highly recommend MTI as the place to go for supportive and thorough treatment.

- Robert W.

"I find MTI to be one of the best and most professional physical therapy organizations"

As a sports enthusiast and Pilates instructor, I find MTI to be one of the best and most professional physical therapy organizations I’ve had the pleasure to work with. I had a massive rotator cuff tear and my therapist Ryker is a gem. He has taken me very far in my recovery, and I am very very grateful. Also there…

- Scott M

"We’ve seen slow but steady improvement."

I was referred to MTI Physical Therapy by my sports medicine doctor who saw me for a shoulder issue. I had previously tried Luna (the at home PT service) and while that was convenient, I have felt more confident in the services/expertise I’m receiving at MTI with my PT Steve. He’s been great at listening to my concerns and coming up with a program to address my longstanding injury. We’ve seen slow but steady improvement. Also, I’ve appreciated the availability of early morning appointments that I could attend before work.

- Hannah W

"I have already begun to improve"

My Trainer Stuart is Committed, Disciplined and Tailored my workout to my goals. He does not waste time but is careful to make sure I am always safe. He sent my home workout program via email to me. It is easy to follow and just long enough that it inspires me to do it. I have already begun to improve and look forward to an excellent recovery.

- Phyllis L

"I can’t not thank the team and staff enough for getting me back to 100%"

17MAY22 – roughly 2x weeks before leaving a 5yr army career I was given ACL surgery. The day I moved into a new phase of life I moved to Seattle, WA. I grew up my entire life in the southeast corner of the world. MTI and Dr. Stuart “Stu” Eivers have taken care of me every step of the way in my recovery – including during the window that I was temporarily uninsured. I can’t not thank the team and staff enough for getting me back to 100% and the work they have done for me and my family!

- James W

"Very knowledgeable and looks at things holistically."

Very knowledgeable and looks at things holistically. Does a lot of manual work and the PT spends the entire time with the patient.

- Salima H

"have helped ease my pain"

Stuart’s knowledge and skill have helped ease my pain and taught me ways to maintain the improvement.

- Mary Ann M

"I am progressing forward"

Having a Frozen Shoulder for the second time in 20 plus years, I began a search for the wonderful PHD Physical Therapist who first treated me for this all those years ago; Stuart Eivers, at MTI. Now working with him again on this often painful and frustrating issue, I am progressing forward with his very intelligent and intuitive guidance. It is not an overnight fix, but I very much trust Stuart’s efforts towards my recovery. I feel extremely appreciative of the opportunity to work with him again, and to benefit from his many years of study and experience. To conclude, when you’re in pain, kindness from a facilitator/practitioner is vital, and Stuart is that in droves!!

- Leslie M