Theresa Baker,
PTA
Theresa Baker has been with Corvallis and Albany Sport and Spine Physical Therapy team for 10 plus years, after graduating in Lane Community College's top of her class. She enjoys partnering with the amazing physical therapists at Corvallis and Albany Sport and Spine Physical Therapy to help her patients meet their goals.
She relocated to the valley from Detroit, Michigan in 2001. She was previously employed in the Detroit area as an automotive engineer, focusing on high-speed automation networks for data collection. She prefers the human connection and the rewarding work that comes with partnering with each client to relieve their pain and get them back into their game to lead a fulfilling life. She has a passion for pain neuroscience education and a heart for those experiencing chronic pain.
She uses a variety of interventions with her patients. Techniques include PNF (proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation), manual therapy utilizing Graston techniques, myofascial release, decompression, BFR (Blood Flow Restrictive Therapy), core strengthening and ergonomics and postural education to facilitate healing, restore strength and improve balance. Theresa has a gift at teaching and assessing ergonomics, being an engineer, working car manufacturing to Physical Therapy, a perfect match of skills.
In her spare time, as a recent empty nester, she enjoys visiting the beauty that Oregon offers in her RV or '67 Camaro. She loves to kayak and hike with her husband and min pin, Lola. She stays strong with Barre exercises, biking, gardening, and roller skating.
