Forefront Physical Therapy

Dan has been my primary PT and I can’t imagine anyone else I would want to work with.
3 weeks ago, my podiatrist put me in a boot and diagnosed me with Achilles Tendonitis and told me I would need to see a PT. I didn’t even hesitate, I saw Dan right away.
Dan is an athlete himself and can sympathize what I am going thru and he targeted the problem and had me do hip strengthening exercises. 3 weeks later, I’ve been cleared to do my Ironman… which is in 2 weeks!
Thank you again, Dan and to everyone at ForeFront PT!!!

Dan is a knowledgeable, kind and effective physical therapist. I saw him because my left shoulder started to bother me when I worked out. I was about to move to Europe for work, so I didn’t have much time. Dan fit me in for two sessions on short notice. His knowledge of physical therapy was evident in the first consultation. He put me through a couple of tests, identified the issue, and then explained to me the bio-​mechanics that caused it. I had developed a habit of rotating my shoulder in a way that was wearing on my rotator cuff. He showed me the correct motion to avoid the pain and then gave me several exercises that would strengthen the muscles that would lead to an automatic repetition of that motion. He also explained that he took a holistic approach to physical therapy and so ran tests on other motion based activities. I explained that I had chronic lower back pain that ebbed and flowed, and he explained that increased hip mobility would help alleviate the problem. He gave me some hip opening exercises as well. He had a very intelligent trick for helping to remember the exercises. He filmed me doing a couple of repetitions of each exercise on my smart phone while explaining the technique. I was then able to bring clips of the exercises home and consult them when I needed to do them later. Finally, my insurance rejected the claim after I had already left Seattle because I did not have a referral from my primary care physician. Dan looked up my primary care doctor, explained the situation, and obtained a referral on my behalf.

Dan is the therapist you want. I recommend without hesitation.
I broke both arms, one required surgery and some hardware. The first few weeks, I didn’t think they would ever get better, and the pain was insane. Dan helped me through every step.
My recovery was so much faster than anyone thought possible and Dan is the reason. He loves learning and takes the latest research and applies it to your particular situation. What impressed me most was that he wants you back in action and better than when you came in. Many PTs just want you «close.» Dan is great!

I Found Dan Benson through a Google search and am fortunate to have found his practice. Dan worked with me after a severe ankle injury resulting from a soccer game. Basically, I had a Stage 2 ankle strain where my front ligaments were hyper-​extended and lost their ability to tighten, where the third ligament was strained. Dan and I worked together for around four months, meeting twice a week, going through a series of exercises to strengthen the ankle while also working to regain movement in my hips so that it did not place unnecessary stress on my recovering ankle.
Throughout the process Dan was excellent at explaining why we were doing various exercises, he was flexible for scheduling, provided video instructions on how to do at home exercises, actually followed up on how I was feeling after intense sessions, followed up on my home progress with the homework and continued to push me to try new exercises but not in a harmful or reckless manner. Each week he would test a new range of motion and would concentrate on improvements, sensations I was feeling, and overall mobility.
As we entered into the third month of PT, Dan suggested that I seek out an acupuncturist to help with reduce strain/​swelling on the ankle. After I found Blue Pearl Acupuncture, Dan worked closely with Keri Shaw to provide instructions on how to treat the ankle, how to combine acupuncture with functional movements, and went above and beyond to closely follow my progress.
I cannot recommend Dan’s services highly enough as I am now back on the soccer field and fully enjoying a wider range of motion than I had at the beginning.

I came here with intense carpal tunnel inflammation and pain, amongst other upper body, muscular issues; and am leaving his care with very little carpal pain and increased upper body mobility. Dan is knowledgeable, attentive, patient and works very hard to fix your issues, he implemented a whole new posture for me to use at work which instantly relieved some of my pain issues. Dan gave me customized exercises to implement which I continue to do and continue to feel better week by week. I have been to many physical therapists and Dan is BY FAR the best yet, he spends a lot of time with you and truly goes the extra mile to bring you back to health. Thank you Dan!