Business Details
33 Years
experience
Advanced Manual Therapy for Chronic Pain Relief
Potts Physical Therapy, established in 1993, is a dedicated physical therapy practice in Fort Collins, Colorado, specializing in advanced manual therapy techniques. Our approach is rooted in the belief that the body possesses innate intelligence and the capacity for self-healing. We offer personalized treatment plans addressing musculoskeletal, digestive, and autonomic nervous system symptoms, with a focus on chronic pain relief. Our sole practitioner, Janet Potts, combines osteopathic-based methods, visceral manipulation, and craniosacral therapy to restore mobility and function. We prioritize one-on-one care, ensuring continuity of treatment and long-term symptom resolution.Our integrative methodology bridges conventional medicine with complementary techniques, emphasizing patient education and self-management. Collaborating with healthcare professionals, we deliver holistic care tailored to individual needs. With over 25 years of experience, we are committed to compassionate, evidence-based therapy in a supportive environment. Our practice has helped countless patients achieve lasting relief from unresolved pain and dysfunction. We strive to empower clients through personalized care and a deep understanding of the body's healing potential.
Services
Manual Therapy
Visceral Manipulation
Cranial Therapy
Somatic Experiencing
Pilates Rehabilitation
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- Specialization in resolving chronic back, neck, and abdominal pain through advanced manual techniques
- Over 25 years of experience in integrative physical therapy approaches
- Personalized treatment plans tailored to individual health goals
- Combines visceral manipulation with craniosacral therapy for comprehensive care
- Proven success in treating unresolved pain conditions through somatic experiencing
What people say
Pain free for the first time
Finest healer I have ever worked with
Remarkable visceral therapy
Best physical therapist I've worked with
Helped them achieve lasting relief
Services
Manual Therapy
Manual therapy employs specialized hands-on techniques to assess and treat soft tissues and joints. This approach effectively relieves pain, improves mobility, and restores function through joint mobilization, muscle energy techniques, and soft tissue manipulation. Our therapists utilize osteopathic-based methods to address musculoskeletal imbalances and chronic pain conditions.
Visceral Manipulation
Visceral manipulation focuses on restoring movement and function to internal organs through gentle connective tissue release. This technique addresses restrictions caused by trauma, surgery, or disease, alleviating both structural and physiological symptoms. By improving organ mobility, we resolve chronic pain patterns and enhance overall systemic health through the body's interconnected connective tissue network.
Cranial Therapy
Cranial therapy utilizes gentle techniques to address the craniosacral system's rhythmic motion. By releasing restrictions in skull bones, spinal membranes, and cerebrospinal fluid flow, we alleviate headaches, neurological issues, and chronic pain. Our practitioners employ biodynamic and sutural release methods to restore natural cranial rhythms and nervous system balance.
Somatic Experiencing
Somatic experiencing addresses autonomic nervous system dysregulation from trauma. Through guided body awareness and energy discharge techniques, we resolve chronic pain patterns caused by unresolved fight-or-flight responses. This method helps patients process stored trauma energy, restoring nervous system equilibrium and reducing both physical and emotional symptoms.
Pilates Rehabilitation
Pilates rehabilitation focuses on core muscle activation and spinal alignment. Using specialized equipment and progressive exercises, we rebuild deep stabilizing muscles through palpation-guided sessions. This method improves posture, prevents injury recurrence, and enhances functional movement patterns while ensuring proper neuromuscular engagement during each workout.
People
Janet Potts
Physical Therapist, Owner
Janet Potts is a licensed physical therapist with over 25 years of experience in advanced manual therapy. Specializing in visceral manipulation and craniosacral therapy, she has developed expertise in resolving chronic pain conditions. Her practice combines osteopathic techniques with somatic experiencing to address complex musculoskeletal and autonomic nervous system disorders. Janet has trained extensively in specialized treatment modalities and maintains a patient-centered approach to care.
Questions
What makes your physical therapy approach unique?
Our practice combines advanced manual therapy with visceral manipulation and craniosacral techniques to address root causes of chronic pain through personalized, hands-on treatment.
Do you treat conditions beyond typical physical therapy?
Yes, we specialize in resolving complex cases involving chronic pain, autonomic nervous system dysregulation, and unresolved trauma-related physical symptoms.
What payment options do you accept?
We accept cash, checks, and major credit cards for all our physical therapy services.
Are sessions conducted by the therapist personally?
Yes, all treatments are provided directly by Janet Potts, the sole practitioner, ensuring continuity of care.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Fort Collins, Colorado, with patients traveling from surrounding areas for specialized treatment.
What should I expect during initial assessment?
Your first visit includes comprehensive evaluation of movement patterns, posture, and specific pain points to create a personalized treatment plan.
