Amanda Benson
DPT, OCS, CMPTAmanda has been practicing physical therapy in Seattle since 2005. Amanda has advanced training in manual therapy and incorporates a hands-on treatment approach with many of the people she works with. Amanda completed her orthopedic clinical specialty training in 2019. Amanda has a special interest in rehabilitation of the spine, shoulder, knee and ankle. She has experience working with motor vehicle collision patients, post-surgical patients, patients with acute injuries and patients with chronic pain. Recently Amanda has expanded her treatment specialty to include pelvic health. Amanda shows commitment and dedication to her clients and works to build a unique treatment plan, tailored to each individual.
Education:
Bachelor of Science (BS) Exercise Science – Northern Arizona University
Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT) with Graduate Certificate in Disability Studies – Northern Arizona University
Certified Manual Physical Therapist (CMPT) – NAIOMT
Orthopedic Clinical Specialty (OCS)
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
GRASTON Technique
Running Assessment
Pelvic Health Specialty training
Special Interests:
Rehabilitation of the spine, shoulder, knee and ankle, return to sport/recreation, postural education, functional movement, pelvic health and postpartum care.
Outside the Clinic:
Traveling, cooking, rowing, cycling and spending time with her husband and daughter.