physical therapy and pilates staff in Evergreen, CO

 

Our Philosophy:

Our knowledgeable and friendly staff is committed to providing high quality, individualized care and attention to patients and clients. Our therapists remain up-to-date on current research related to the evaluation and treatment of orthopaedic and sports-related conditions. Physical therapists are considered to be the experts in movement, biomechanics, and the optimization of function; therefore, it is our responsibility and privilege to apply evidence-based intervention to ensure the most effective outcomes for our patients. We believe in encouraging active patient involvement when establishing a plan of care in order to meet unique, individual needs.

Valerie J. Gluth, PT, Owner

  • Graduated with a degree in Physical Therapy from the University of Health Sciences of Chicago Medical School in 1979.
  • Completed her orthopedic residency in Northern California at the Kaiser Hayward PT Fellowship program in 1987.
  • Completed rehabilitation certification in The Balanced Body Method of Pilates-based exercise through Polestar Education, directed by Elizabeth Larkin, M.A. and Brent Anderson, P.T. in 1999
  • Specializing in orthopedic manual physical therapy and neural mobilization.
  • Past board Member for five years for the national Private Practitioner Physical Therapist (PTPN) network.
  • Past board member for  two years for the local Colorado Private Practitioner Physical Therapist network(CPTN).
  • Member of the American Physical Therapy Association -- Private Practice and Orthopedic sections.
  • Board member Women of Evergreen Businesses.

 

Lanette Vogel, PT

  • Graduated with a degree in Physical Therapy from the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center in 1990
  • Experienced in outpatient orthopaedic physical therapy and in the treatment of a variety of conditions including spine, extremity dysfunctions, and balance disorders
  • Completed the Balanced Body method of Pilates through Polestar Education in 2011
  • Lanette has taught Pilates mat classes and currently teaches individual Pilates reformer sessions emphasizing core strengthening and flexibility for rehabilitation and fitness.  She offers Pilates reformer classes focusing on treatment for injuries as well as injury prevention

 

 

Hannah McCormick

Hannah McCormick, PT

  • Graduated with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of Colorado at Denver and Health Sciences Center in 2007
  • Board certified in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy
  • Pursuing certification in Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy (MDT), an effective and evidence-based method for treatment of the spine and extremities
  • Member and supporter of the APTA

 

Susie Smith, PT

  • Experienced in sports and dance medicine/rehabilitation and the treatment of chronic pain
  • Enjoys treating a variety of conditions, including injuries of the foot, shoulder, knees, and spine
  • Uses traditional and alternative manual techniques (e.g. Greenman Osteopathic Technique of Manual Medicine, Jones Strain-Counterstrain)
  • Licensed Massage Therapist, experienced in sports and deep tissue massage, myofascial release, lymphatic massage, acupressure, reflexology, and prenatal massage
  • Certified CranioSacral Therapist through the Upledger Institute. Treatments may include CranioSacral therapy, somatoemotional release, and visceral mobilization
  • Certified Pilates Instructor through the Physical Mind Institute. Susie incorporates Pilates-based rehabilitation for the spine, pelvis, and extremities, Pilates-based balance and movement re-education, and dance and sports-specific movement re-education.

Caryl Rutledge, PTA


Caryl Rutledge, PTA

  • Graduated from Arapahoe Community College with an Associate of Applied Science degree in the Physical Therapy Assistant Program
  • Special interest in working with the elderly
  • Attended special interest courses in senior care rehabilitation, on treatments for the shoulder, foot and ankle

 

 

 

Liz DevilleLiz Deville

  • Masters Degree in Dance
  • Directed her own dance academy, Andodern Dance Company, in Denver for 20 years
  • Taught at Metropolitan State College for 20 years as an adjunct professor
  • Was the Wellness Director at Evergreen Fitness for 18 years
  • Has been teaching Pilates for 7 years
  • Leader in dance injury prevention and coached both men and women in dance, weight training, skating, and basic reconditioning
  • Currently a competitive country ballroom dancer and uses Pilates for her physical foundation to support and improve her dance technique

 


Janice SmithJanice Smith

  • Pilates Instructor at Mountain View Physical Therapy
  • Has been teaching Pilates for the past 8 years and brings a wealth of experience working with the senior population as well as enhancing fitness for all age groups
  • Available for private Pilates sessions on the reformer and reformer classes
  • “I love seeing people take responsibility for their health.  It’s exhilarating for me to be a part of their learning and success through Pilates.”