Specialties | Onward Physical Therapy

Physical Therapy Specialties

At Onward Bellingham, we employ a wide range of tools to get you back to health and performing at levels you never thought possible!

Physical Therapy Reimagined


You deserve a different experience than what the medical system is currently providing. You've made a choice to prioritize your health and we've made a choice to ensure your success. Rushed appointments are replaced with detailed assessments, skilled treatments, and uninterrupted 1-on-1 sessions. Together, we’ll build a plan to reduce your pain and to come alongside you in your long term health journey.

At Onward, we believe that EXCELLENCE LOOKS DIFFERENT. And by different, we mean better.

Hip Impingement | Onward Bellingham

Hip Impingement

At Onward Bellingham, we specialize in providing relief to those unable to do the activities they love because of chronic hip impingement. We would love the opportunity to help those wanting to regain their freedom of movement without surgeries, injections, or wasting time with ineffective treatments. Learn more about our hip impingement services.

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Back Pain| Onward Bellingham

"I had seen dozens of doctors and therapists before finally finding Heather. She was recommended by my doctor, and I was immediately impressed by her knowledge, professionalism, and commitment to my treatment. Heather comes highly recommended for any physical therapy needs that you encounter (she will not disappoint!)."

~ Jeff T.

Back Pain

At Onward Bellingham, we specialize in providing relief to those dealing with back pain and would love the opportunity to help those wanting to regain their freedom of movement without surgeries, injections, or wasting time with ineffective treatments. Learn more about our back pain relief services.

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Neck Pain and Headaches | Onward Physical Therapy

Neck Pain & Headaches

There are 3 main headache types, all of which have unique treatment methods. These types are migraine, tension, and cervicogenic. The key to creating long-term relief is to first determine which type of headache you are suffering from and add the appropriate treatment for life-changing reductions in headaches! Learn more about our neck pain & headache relief services.
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Running Evaluation | Onward Bellingham

Running Evaluation

Our team has extensive training in performing running evaluations to identify the factors hindering your performance and/or leading to injuries. The evaluation consists of a biomechanics assessment of your running form plus a screen of your body’s movement capacity to find the “leaks” in your performance. Learn more about our running evaluation service.
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Diastasis Racti | Onward Bellingham

Diastasis Recti

Diastasis Recti refers to the separation of the two sides of the rectus abdominis muscle (your six pack muscles).This is not only common, but actually occurs in 100% of women during pregnancy. But for some women, the diastasis persists long after giving birth. Dr. Heather specializes in helping to restore your core! Learn more about our Diastasis Recti services.
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Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy | Onward Bellingham

"After my second child, I couldn't wait to get back to CrossFit and running again. But I quickly learned my body wasn't functioning the way it was before kids. I found myself skipping workouts or running to the bathroom right before every workout. I'm so thankful to Dr. Heather for helping me get back to 100%!"

~ Alex K.

Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy

Pelvic pain can be a life changer. Interfering with the fitness activities you love, your intimate relationships, and even activities as innocent as laughing. Learn more about our pelvic floor physical therapy services.
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Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy | Onward Bellingham

Professional bike fitting

Whether you are trying to optimize your performance, or simply ride with less pain, having a professional bike fit is crucial to optimizing your time on the road. Learn about professional bike fitting.

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Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy | Onward Bellingham

Crossfit & weightlifting post-surgery

You’ve spent the last few months rehabbing from an orthopedic surgery. No doubt you’re sick of theraband exercises, and want nothing more than to start throwing some weight around at your CrossFit or strength gym. But you haven’t touched a weight heavier than the 10lb. dumbbell your physical therapy office has in months. So how do you get from theraband exercises back to snatches, muscle-ups, kipping, heavy squats, and more??? Learn more about our post-rehab fitness plans.
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Restore and Perform | Onward Bellingham

Restore & Perform

At Onward Bellingham, getting you out of pain is simple – we can help you achieve this rapidly. Building you a resilient body that allows you to perform and live at a level where you continue to stay pain free is a different story. Learn more about our Restore & Perform services.