Conditions we treat
- Low back pain and sciatica
- Neck pain and headaches
- Rotator cuff injuries and frozen shoulder
- Knee pain, meniscus injuries, and patellofemoral pain
- Hip pain and bursitis
- Ankle sprains and plantar fasciitis
- Arthritis and joint stiffness
- Tendonitis and repetitive-strain injuries
Our approach
Pain is usually a symptom of how you're moving, not just where it hurts. Your therapist identifies the underlying weakness, stiffness, or movement pattern driving the problem, then combines manual therapy with targeted exercise so improvements last after you're discharged — not just until the next flare-up.
Why Bayfield PT for orthopedic care
You see the same licensed physical therapist every visit, for the whole visit. No bouncing between aides, no waiting while someone else is treated. With the merger of Pine River Physical Therapy, we're now the largest physical therapy team east of Durango — with the scheduling flexibility to get you in quickly.
Frequently asked questions
What is orthopedic physical therapy?
It's physical therapy focused on the musculoskeletal system — bones, joints, muscles, ligaments, and tendons. It covers most back, neck, shoulder, hip, knee, and ankle problems, both injury-related and chronic.
How many visits will I need?
It depends on the condition. Many patients see meaningful improvement in 4–8 visits; post-surgical or chronic cases take longer. We set expectations at your evaluation and adjust as you progress.
Serving Bayfield, Ignacio, Vallecito, Forest Lakes, Gem Village, and east Durango from 480 Wolverine Dr, Suite 5, Bayfield, CO.