From the Outside Bozeman Summer Issue 2024 by Kylie Metzger, DPT from Team Excel As the summer sun beats down, the bugs are popping, and you hit the water in earnest, […]

From the Outside Bozeman Summer Issue 2021 by Jackie Oliver, DPT, OCS from Team Excel Summertime: the birds are chirping, the flowers are blooming, and the mountains are calling. If you answer […]

From The Ouside Bozeman Winter issue 2021-2022   Tips for an injury-free ski season from Excel Phsyical Therapy’s Aj Sobrilsky and Jason Lunden “All Systems Go” By AJ Sobrilsky & […]

Preventing Falls & Improving Balance Talk Presented by Jackie Oliver, DPT, OCS, on Zoom Community Virtual Event – Free & open to the public Zoom recording link: http://bit.ly/3qCZjwW Learn how to assess & […]

Free Student Athlete Injury Consultations for ALL Manhattan High School, Manhattan Christian High School and Three Forks High School student athletes One-on-one session with Jackie Oliver, DPT, OCS or Lisa Palomaki, DPT in […]

Please enjoy Consilience with John Onate’s Part 2 podcast with Nikki Kimball:  Maintaining A Love For Running through Injury and Adversity. Nikki uses a combination of humor, friendship, medical advice and compassion […]

We are honoring National Suicide Prevention Week by sharing this podcast episode from Consilience with John Onate who features Nikki Kimball from the Excel PT Bozeman running clinic team. Nikki is one of the most competitive and successful […]

“Push & Pull…Essential ingredients for Running and Climbing” is AJ Sobrilsky’s latest article in the Outside Bozeman Summer issue. Read the article here: https://bit.ly/2EUnvJ2 AJ is a physical therapist in Excel PT’s Bozeman clinic who […]

By AJ Sobrilsky Who’s ever picked up a golf club and tried to knock it stiff from 130 yards out? That’s a tough feat to accomplish; a skill one might […]

What unique times and circumstances we find ourselves in as climbers. The climbing gyms are closed, all the home gym products are sold out, and as a community we’ve put […]

Nikki Kimball ‘s PT training at home advice: Don’t forget the core! We are lucky in Bozeman, Montana to have enough space to continue walking, running, biking and skiing, at safe social distances, […]

Excel Physical Therapy team is proud to welcome Nikki Kimball, MSPT to the team. One-on-one specialized physical therapy with the ultra running expert dedicated to helping people. Nikki Kimball is a Physical Therapist, […]

Jackie Oliver, DPT, OCS passed the rigorous Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) examination in March 2019. Orthopaedics is the specialty dealing with the musculoskeletal system: bones, muscles, cartilage, tendons, ligaments and joints. This examination […]

By Jackie Oliver, DPT A deep vein thrombosis (DVT) occurs when a blood clot or thrombus forms in one of your deep veins due to slow moving blood. Most often a DVT […]

By Jason Lunden, DPT, SCS Blood flow restriction training (BFR) is a relatively new technique being used in physical therapy and gyms to increase muscle strength.  We have been using […]

Schedule when, how and from where it is most convenient for you! Convenient online scheduling for Excel Massage now available on Schedulicity.com. Click Here to schedule your next massage with Britnee […]

While 80% of all US citizens will experience some level of low back pain during their lives, 10.2% (2006 US Survey) of all adults in this country have suffered from […]

Jason Lunden was honored to offer a private Running Injury Prevention Workshop for Bozeman School District employees this month in our Bozeman office. We hosted this 2 hour workshop for a nominal fee […]

Open registration starts May 10th, 2pm! Big Sky Wind Drinkers members may register April 26-April 30th. Attendee’s of our May 9th, 2018 Running Strong Seminar at the Bozeman Library will also receive priority […]

By Jason Lunden, DPT, SCS Click here to read Jason Lunden, DPT, SCS’s article, “Wrong Angle” from Outside Bozeman Magazine’s Spring issue. Saddle tilt, pain and happy riding all from a […]

Running Strong: How to Run While Preventing Injury   Join us Wednesday, May 9, 2018 at 6:30pm in the Bozeman Library Community Room for a lively discussion on running mechanics and injury prevention. Our team of running […]

Click here to learn more about massage therapy services in our Bozeman office.

By Jackie Oliver, DPT According to the APTA website, one-third of people over the age of 65 and up to half of people over the age of 80 will end up […]

By Jackie Oliver, DPT Direct Access. It sounds like an exclusive VIP backstage pass but, in reality, it’s an all access pass for individuals to see their physical therapist without […]

Jackie Oliver, DPT, physical therapist with Excel Physical Therapy of Bozeman and Manhattan, recently completed the Kevin Wilk Shoulder and Knee Course in Seattle, Washington. This advanced-training course presented the most recent, relevant and […]

By Jason Lunden, DPT, SCS Jason Lunden, DPT, SCS, of Excel Physical Therapy, recently attended the US Ski & Snowboard Team Medical Emergencies in Skiing and Snowboarding (MESS) Course at the USSA […]

By Jackie Oliver, DPT It’s summer time and all you want to do is to be outside enjoying the weather and many outdoor activities that Bozeman has to offer. The […]

Megan Peach, DPT, OCS, CSCS and Jackie Oliver, DPT, physical therapists with Excel Physical Therapy of Bozeman and Manhattan, recently completed the North American Institute of Orthopedic Manual Therapy (NAIOMT) Lumbopelvic Spine Course in Seattle, Washington. The […]

By Megan Peach, DPT, OCS, CSCS Have you ever stood in front of a wall of running shoes wondering which shoe is right for you? Maybe the Hokas with the […]

​You are invited! Excel Physical Therapy is hosting our annual free Running Camp on Saturday, June 10, 2017, 8am-12pm. We offer this camp each year because we want to serve the community we love. […]

Bozeman, Montana’s inaugural Fast and Female Champ Chat at The Mountain Project gym A big thank you to our patients and clients who make it possible for us to sponsor inspiring […]

By Jason Lunden, DPT, SCS Click Here! Join Jason Lunden, DPT, SCS and Megan Peach, DPT, OCS, CSCS at our Running Experts Forum event on 3/29/2017, 6:30pm at the Bozeman Library for […]

Join us for an interactive, moderated panel discussion with Bozeman’s running experts about ALL things running.  Wednesday, March 29, 2017 6:30-7:30pm Bozeman Public Library Community Room Door Prizes! Follow this event on Facebook! […]

By Jackie Oliver, DPT A big draw to the city of Bozeman, Montana is the proximity to recreational activities and easy access to outdoors. In this community, we are above average […]

by Megan Peach, DPT, OCS, CSCS Snow flurries don’t stop most runners from running here in the Gallatin Valley and while running may continue well into cooler temperatures, don’t let […]

The Excel Physical Therapy Team is a proud sponsor of the 10th Annual Huffing for Stuffing Thanksgiving Day Run again this year. We greatly appreciate the support of our patients so that we […]

Posture Matters! Seminar Wednesday, October 5, 2016 6:30-8:00 pm Bozeman Public Library Large Community Room seating limited to the first 100 attendees Presented by David Coletta, MPT, CMPT What You Will […]

Excel Physical Therapy is proud to sponsor the 2016 Bozeman Marathon. Best wishes for a great race and thanks to all of the volunteers!

Wonderful day working in God’s Garden Bozeman with the Excel Physical Therapy team #worldptday #excelptmt #bozeman #addlifetoyears

Excel Physical Therapy is proud to sponsor Blitzz FC’s Yellowstone Kick-off Classic Soccer Tournament this Labor Day weekend, September 3-4, 2016. Our physical therapy team will be at the field injury tent with ice and help […]

Hey Mamas! Ready to run after baby arrives? Although the current guidelines suggest that returning to activity post-partum is safe 6 weeks after natural delivery and 8 weeks after cesarean […]

Excel PT is proud to sponsor the 2016 Sweet Pea Run 5K and 10K. The Sweet Pea Run is a Bozeman running tradition! Learn more about how to run in this […]

Congrats to Kate Barber! The winner of this summer’s Survey Raffle! Enjoy the Sweet Pea Festival and your GVLT hats! Thank you to everyone who responded to our survey and […]

Here at Excel Physical Therapy, our mission is to provide our patients with excellence in physical therapy. Our patient’s satisfaction is the foundation of our practice.  When patients are discharged […]

Megan Peach, DPT, OCS, CSCS, physical therapist with Excel Physical Therapy’s Bozeman office, recently attended the 2016 Science of Running Medicine Spring Symposium in Nashville, Tennessee. This advanced training course focused on […]

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Training runs with a goal – The Sweet Pea 5K or 10K! For anyone who wants to run their first 5K or 10K, new to running or is just looking for a […]

Here’s a tip on an upcoming local event sponsored by the Mountain Belles that will help you find yourself after you Get Lost in Montana.  Mountain Belles is a non-profit organization run by women, for women. […]

Check out the latest issue of Outside Bozeman for Jason Lunden, DPT, SCS’ article, “Hip to Be Cool” to review the principles of running injury prevention to keep your running season injury-free. http://www.outsidebozeman.com/magazine/archives/spring-2016/hip-be-cool

Why wait until after you are injured to see a physical therapist? Did you know that a great time to see a physical therapist is before you are injured? I recently evaluated a patient […]

The Gallatin Valley Land Trust is gearing up for the 21st annual Make Tracks for Trails Skiathon.  Excel Physical Therapy is committed to giving back to our community and we are proud to help sponsor the GVLT! […]

Due to the repetitive stress from poling, Nordic skiers can develop overuse injuries of both the elbow and/or the shoulder. The most common of these are medial epicondylitis and shoulder […]

Patellofemoral pain, or anterior knee pain, is the most common type of knee pain in Nordic skiing.   Repetitive stress to the soft tissue around the patella (knee cap) occurs due […]

Low back pain has been found to be more common in cross-country skiers, than non-athletic controls1.   Compared to skate skiing, low back pain is more prevalent in classic skiing because […]

Often I think Nordic (cross-country) skiing is the perfect sport for fitness.  Nordic skiing is a great workout and way to enjoy the outdoors in winter.  Plus, it has a […]

Nearly all injuries in alpine skiing are classified as traumatic, or due to a fall.  As mentioned earlier, under Strength & Injury Prevention, the majority of knee injuries in alpine skiing occur […]

To reduce your risk of injury it is important to make sure your bindings are properly mounted and maintained.  Your ski is effectively a long lever arm and if your […]

Check out the latest issue of Outside Bozeman for Megan Peach, DPT, OCS, CSCS’s article, “Best Foot Forward” for the benefits of custom orthotics in ski boots. http://www.outsidebozeman.com/magazine/archives/winter-2015-16/best-foot-forward

Developing and performing a proper pre-season/dry-land strengthening program can help to reduce your risk of injury and improve your performance.  Alpine skiing is unique in that it places equal demands […]

Winter Injury Prevention: Alpine Skiing, Nordic Skiing, & Snowboarding: Part 1 At Excel Physical Therapy, winter is often our busiest time of year; and with good reason, many of us […]

Although tinnitus, or ringing in the ears, can be a sign of serious brain pathology, tumors, and hearing loss, this condition can also be often diagnosed by your physician as […]

Megan Peach, DPT, OCS, CSCS, physical therapist with Excel Physical Therapy of Bozeman and Manhattan, recently completed a three day course titled, “Manual Therapy and Pregnancy: An Integrative Approach” in Portland, […]

Jason Lunden of Excel Physical Therapy and a team of fellow Bozeman physical therapists served dinner at HRDC’s The Community Cafe on the Global PT Day of Service in October 2015. Glad to join over 1500 physical […]

Excel Physical Therapy is committed to helping support our community as one of our core values. As a result, we are proud co-sponsors of the 2015 Montana State University Bobcat Triathlon! […]

Excel Physical Therapy is committed to helping support our community as one of our core values. As a result, we are proud co-sponsors of the 2015 Bozeman Marathon! For registration […]

Excel Physical Therapy‘s Physical Therapy team will be on the field during the Blitzz FC Yellowstone Kick-Off Classic 2015 soccer tournament to help with on field medical needs and injury screens. Look for […]

Look for the Excel PT booth at the 2015 Sweet Pea Run Finish Line. Our PT Team is here to help you with any post-run aches and pain prevention tips. […]

Jason Lunden, physical therapist and co-owner of Excel Physical Therapy of Bozeman and Manhattan, Montana, recently completed Rehabilitation of the Injured Runner: An Evidence-based Approach course held at the University of Minnesota.  […]

from Outside Bozeman Magazine Spring 2014 Issue Fit your bike to avoid injury While cycling is relatively easy on your joints, because of the constrained position and repetitive nature of the […]

Community Education Series – free and open to the public   Running Experts Forum Join us for an interactive, moderated panel discussion about ALL things running. Monday, May 4, 2015 6:30-7:30pm Bozeman […]

David Coletta, physical therapist and co-owner of Excel Physical Therapy of Bozeman and Manhattan, recently completed the BikeFit Clinical Level 2 advanced training in Seattle, Washington.  His instruction included upper level […]

Excel Physical Therapy has expanded our treating hours in our Manhattan location! Our physical therapist team is treating patients Mondays through Thursdays. We see patients on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays […]

Megan Peach, DPT, OCS, CSCS, with Excel Physical Therapy of Bozeman and Manhattan, recently completed a North American Institute of Orthopedic Manual Therapy (NAIOMT) advanced training course in Seattle, Washington. This course, taught […]

Jason Lunden, DPT, SCS, physical therapist with Excel Physical Therapy of Bozeman and Manhattan, was a featured presenter at this year’s Twin Cities Sports Medicine Conference in St. Paul, MN.  Jason […]

Community Education Series – free and open to the public – join us!   “Conquering Neck Pain: Self-Help Techniques & Treatment Options” Presented by David Coletta, MPT, CMPT, Certified Manual Therapy Specialist   […]

David Coletta, MPT, CMPT, physical therapist and owner of Excel Physical Therapy of Bozeman and Manhattan, recently completed a seven day advanced spinal manipulation training from the North American Institute of Orthopedic […]

There is no doubt that leg length differences (LLDs) exist, but a lack of agreement exists about diagnosing the condition, their functional importance, and how to treat them.  How many […]

Excel Physical Therapy is proud to help support the Sweet Pea Run 2014 on August 2, 2014.  At packet pick up/registration, register to win an Runner’s Injury Clinic Screening Appointment with […]

Do you have patellofemoral knee pain? A recent study by Christopher Powers et al. in the Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy suggests that knee angle during quadriceps strengthening exercises affects […]

Megan Peach, physical therapist with Excel Physical Therapy of Bozeman and Manhattan, has received the advanced Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) designation after passing a rigorous exam from the American Physical Therapy Association‘s American […]

Thank you Bozeman Barracudas Swim Team for inviting Jason Lunden, DPT, SCS of #Excel Physical Therapy to speak on the “prevention of shoulder injuries for swimmers”.  The Excel Physical Therapy team is always happy […]

Friday, June 20, 2014 Montana Ale Works from 3-6pm David Coletta, MPT, CMPT and Jason Lunden, DPT, SCS of Excel Physical Therapy will be providing free Bike Fitting Screenings at the Longest Day […]

Community Education Seminar ~ free and open to the public “Injury Prevention for Runners” Seminar presented by Excel Physical Therapy’s Jason Lunden, DPT, Sports Clinical Specialist Wednesday, June 4, 2014  6:30-7:30pm Bozeman […]

Click Here to access the latest article written by #ExcelPTMT‘s Megan Peach, DPT, CSCS in Montana Parent Magazine: Hiking with Your Baby http://www.mtparent.com/home/hiking-with-your-baby-by-megan-peach.html

Plantar Intrinsic Training by Matt Heyliger, DPT, Excel Physical Therapy Over-pronation (the inward roll of the foot while walking or running) is a common contributing factor in the development of several […]

Birds are chirping, sun is shining (today at least!) and snow is melting. Time to think about hitting the trails and moving our bodies with some springtime trail fun. Here’s […]

Using computers have become a normal part of most people’s daily lives.  For many of us, sitting at a desk top or laptop computer can last several hours every day.  […]

My Personal Bout with Acute Neck Pain: The Onset ~ Part 1 of 3 The Onset Evaluating and treating individuals with neck pain has been my specialty over the past […]

My Personal Bout with Acute Neck Pain: Recovery ~ Part 2 of 3 Recovery As a physical therapist specializing in treatment of the spine, I had a great deal of […]

Excel Physical Therapy of Bozeman and Manhattan, Montana are CareCredit providers. CareCredit is a personal healthcare credit card which acts like a revolving line of credit for out-of-pocket healthcare expenses. Our office offers […]

Congrats to Bridger Ski Foundation’s skier Torin Koos on his nomination for the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi! Go Torin!

Jennie Bender wins gold at 2014 Senior National Championships in Soldier Hollow, Utah Congratulations to Bridger Ski Foundation Elite Team skiers, Jennie Bender and Torin Koos for their skate sprint gold […]

The following article is from the Winter 2013/2014 issue of Outside Bozeman. Click Here for the full article link: http://www.outsidebozeman.com/activities/skiing/tight-lines Here is a snapshot from the printed issue: “Tight Lines – Look […]

Excel Physical Therapy is proud to again help sponsor the Huffing For Stuffing Thanksgiving Day Run in 2013! Thanksgiving Day, November 28, 2013, Bozeman, Montana. Event proceeds benefit the Gallatin Valley Food Bank. […]

Did you know? The gluteal muscles are an important muscle group for everyday functional activities. The gluteus medius muscle acts to stabilize the pelvis during single limb activity such as […]

A new multicenter prospective study (good evidence!) shows physical therapy is very effective in the treatment of full-thickness rotator cuff tears.  In the October issue of the “Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery”, […]

Now we love a good pair of heels too, but we saw this information and wanted to pass it on.  Perhaps worn more in moderation…. “Ever wondered the effects of high […]

National Physical Therapy Month (NPTM) is a commemoration held each October by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA). NPTM is designed to recognize the impact that physical therapists and physical […]

Excel Physical Therapy is pleased to announce Jason Lunden, a member of their physical therapy team, has been awarded the 2013 Emerging Leader Award from the American Physical Therapy Association […]

Here are the links to the injury prevention handouts and resources from Excel Physical Therapy’s Community Education Series Fall 2013 Seminar “Why Do Kids Get Injured? A Youth Sports Injury Seminar […]

Join us for Excel Physical Therapy’s Fall 2013 Community Education Series Seminar “Why Do Kids Get Injured? A Youth Sports Injury Seminar for Parents, Coaches and Athletes Ages 18 & […]

Run for clean water in Ethiopia through the beautiful Black Bull Community in the 4th Annual Scramble For Ethiopia at The Commons at Baxter & Love Lane, Bozeman, Montana. 15K, […]

Just in case you missed our most recent library presentation on pregnancy & exercise, here’s a recap with some helpful tips for exercising while pregnant!   Pregnancy is an incredible […]

Sharing a link we thought could be helpful: http://www.macon.com/2013/06/03/2502440/physical-therapists-explain-what.html   Our physical therapists at Excel Physical Therapy are always willing to answer your questions on how physical therapy can help you. Just […]

Can you name 3 benefits of being active? We can: http://1.usa.gov/XS2YlT

Thank you to all who attended Megan Peach, DPT, CSCS’ presentation last night at the @Bozeman Library!  Per Megan’s recommendations, be sure to consult your health care provider before beginning […]

Community Education Seminar ~ free and open to the public “Pregnancy & Exercise: Rewards, Risks & Recommendations” presented by Megan Peach, DPT, CSCS Wednesday, June 5, 2013  6:30-7:30pm Bozeman Library Large […]

Thank you Montana Parent Magazine for the recommendation for Megan Peach, DPT’s upcoming “Pregnancy & Exercise: Rewards, Risks & Recommendations” Seminar on Wednesday, June 5th, #Bozeman Library, 6:30-7:30pm. Free & […]

Thank you to the Running Injury Prevention Seminar presenters at the recent @ExcelPTMT Community Education Series talk Friday May, 17, 2013 at the #Bozeman Library. #BozemanRunningCompany and #WholisticRunning along with […]

Click here for the May 17, 2013 Running Injury Prevention Seminar Handout: 2013 library running injury seminar handout   If you have any further questions, please call our Bozeman office […]

Tonight’s Cool Giveaways at the Excel Physical Therapy Running Injury Prevention Seminar: Pair of Running Shoes and Shoe Fitting from Bozeman Running Company,Private ChiRunning.com Lesson from Wholistic Running, Running Injury Screen Appointment from Jason Lunden, ChiRunning […]

Community Education Seminar ~ free and open to the public “Injury Prevention for Runners” Seminar presented by Excel Physical Therapy’s Jason Lunden, DPT, SCS Friday May 17, 2013  6:00-7:30pm Bozeman Library […]

April is Youth Sports Injury Prevention Month.  Check this link out for sport-specific tips on how to prevent injuries in youth sports: http://www.stopsportsinjuries.org/ Great for Parents, Athletes, and Coaches. #SportsInjuries #Bozeman

Thank you Foders.com for saying what we’ve know all along.  Bozeman is special and all of us here at Excel Physical Therapy are so thankful to work and live here.   Here’s the link to […]

Knee repair? Study finds physical therapy as good as surgery for torn cartilage, arthritis.  Article by: MARLYNN MARCHIONE , Associated Press Updated: March 19, 2013 – 11:52 AM Published in […]

Patients making appointments to a PT without a referral may have lower costs, fewer visits. http://bit.ly/u6fQsE

Jason Lunden, DPT, SCS, (on left) accepting the APTA’s Sports Physical Therapy New Horizon Award in San Diego on January 22, 2013.  Congratulations Jason on this prestigious award and recognition from your peers! […]

Jason Lunden of Excel Physical Therapy was awarded the New Horizon Award from the Sports Physical Therapy Section of the American Physical Therapy Association during an award ceremony held Tuesday January 22nd in San Diego.  Criteria for the […]