Patient Experiences

Jen has achieved a transformation that I believed was impossible when I started.

I presented with a back problem that was worsening. Despite the constraints of virtual sessions, Jen has achieved a transformation that I believed was impossible when I started. The sessions are the highlight of the week and can become the best workout that one can imagine, which combines PT, Schroth, and customized exercises. Jennifer is a master of her art and I am fortunate to have benefited from her deep knowledge and experience.

Jen is a wonder and knows what to do!

As a person whose scoliosis was not effectively treated for decades, and surgery was being discussed. My two-year experience with Jen and Graham Therapy and Fitness has greatly delayed, if not prevented, major back surgery. For more than 30 years, I worked with numerous other physical therapists, and none of them knew how to treat my scoliosis. Jen is a wonder and knows what to do!

Highly recommend!

Jennifer Graham has helped me tremendously with my scoliosis and the back pain associated with it. The scoliosis program takes a lot of work and dedication, but the dividends are so worth it. In addition, Jen is always willing to answer questions and provide solutions to everyday challenges. Highly recommend!

I have the highest regard for her knowledge and most importantly the art and science of physical therapy.

I was diagnosed with lumbar levoscoliosis in May ’21. It took me 18 months of different PTs and doctors to get to that point. I’ve been working with Jen ever since and I have the highest regard for her knowledge and most importantly the art and science of physical therapy. The degree of expertise she demonstrates is superior to others I’ve worked with in my 50+ years. You can visually see the difference in my posture and in the way I move. Most importantly, I’m working back to my regular high-intensity workouts and activities. I would also add that working with Amanda (patient care coordinator) has been easy and a pleasure. She is responsive and helpful.

My experience working with Physical Therapist, Jen Graham, was life-changing.

I was diagnosed with scoliosis at age 11 and by the age of 13, I started physical therapy at Graham PT. My experience working with Physical Therapist, Jen Graham, was life-changing. Not only did she create a program of exercises that was uniquely tailored to me, but she also helped me develop an understanding of how my body functions with a curved spine. Through Jen, I am able to apply many aspects of my physical therapy program to everyday life on my own.

I feel more able to do the active things I want to do in life.

After suffering from back pain for most of my life due to scoliosis and after my posture worsening with age, Jen has helped me turn it around. My core is stronger and my back is straighter. I feel more able to do the active things I want to do in life. Jen is dedicated and holistic in her approach.

She not only helped to build strength & flexibility, but helped my daughter build character!

My daughter was diagnosed at age 10 with an ‘S’ curve 38 & 25. She was young enough to brace since her bones were still growing. With bracing her curve changed to a “C’ curve that was up to 48 degree last yr. Of course we are trying to stay below the operable 50 degree line. So we were very nervous.

Now age 14, my daughter has been working hard at Schroth since September. And we just went for her yearly out of brace x-ray. This is the first time in 4 years that we saw reduction in her curve, we were thrilled that she now has a curve of 42 degrees! Her bones are about done growing and she can go to nightwear w/ the brace, but she will continue her Schroth.

Cosmetically my daughter looks good, the brace helped to do a lot of that, but there are some areas of symmetry that Schroth has now helped to balance out & definitely make a difference in her overall appearance. Schroth has made a big difference in her flexibility, strength, and body awareness. Some of the changes are actually measurable!

We went to all of my daughter’s Schroth sessions. At first it seemed very difficult, rigorous (I kept notes & tried to coach her)…..but now she conducts the entire workout on her own. She puts on a music and it becomes an important part of her day. I set up a room downstairs with large mirrors I got on sale at Lowes. I also built her stall-bars (like a wall ladder equip) you can buy them too. They take a few weeks to be delivered, so I built my own faster so she could apply her training asap

This is an amazing therapy that if nothing else, builds strength, flexibility & character. However, there is no question that is very effective in balancing out appearance & using the body’s muscles to brace against long term curve progression. We really appreciate Jen Graham’s ability as a therapist and her ability to connect with her patient. Her knowledge & onsite awareness are clearly inspirational for the patient/student who aspires to meet their goals.

If my daughter misses a workout she feels it. It has become part of her daily regimen.

I would highly recommend her to anyone!

Jennifer is a fantastic physical therapist. For years, I’ve had shoulder, hip and foot pain—all on my right side. Well, what do you know? I have mild scoliosis that’s never been diagnosed and I’m 43! Jennifer has been incredibly helpful in treatment and also teaching me the right way to stand and walk for my condition. I would highly recommend her to anyone—and best of all, she’s a lot of fun!

I no longer have back pain!

When I was ten years old, I was diagnosed with Scoliosis, and in the months leading up to the diagnosis, I had noticed that my back had begun to hurt. Running long distances for prolonged periods of time hurt, and my back just started to ache all the time. So, when I was diagnosed, and was told that if I didn’t do something about it in the next few years, I might have to get surgery, both my parents and I were willing to try a kind of Physical Therapy called Schroth.

Now I didn’t end up doing it for long, but I was ten years old and my P.T. at the time (who was not Jen Graham) said that at my age it wasn’t very likely that I would do it. So that fall, I ended up getting a back brace. I had the brace for about three years before one day when I went to go get a routine X-Ray, my Orthopedist said that my upper curve had reached 42 degrees, (50 could potentially mean surgery) because the brace I was wearing at the time wasn’t really keeping the upper curve from progressing. So, when he brought up the option of Schroth again, both my parents and I agreed.

My first appointment was during the summer, and the physical therapist’s name was Jen. For the first few appointments, I really didn’t think it would work; the exercises were foreign, looked weird, and felt next to impossible, and I didn’t feel any different. Until I went to go get another X-Ray a month later, and the upper curve had amazingly decreased to 29 degrees. Now, my brace had gotten fixed so that the upper curve was being addressed, but I have absolutely no doubt that the Schroth had something to do with the curve decreasing.

I’m fifteen years old now, my upper curve measures at 29 degrees, and my lower at 26. I try and do my exercises every day, it sometimes doesn’t work out that way (Sorry Jen), and my curves will never be zero, but I knew that from the beginning. My back doesn’t hurt anymore, which is totally amazing, and I’m slowly weaning myself out of my brace, and in the next six or less months I’ll hopefully never have to wear it again, so long as I continue doing my exercises. I’m super active now as well, tons of running and doing sports all the time, and I have no back pain. I can’t even put into words how excited I am to get this plastic monstrosity off me, or how grateful I am for Jen, who not only was a vital part of my curve going down, but put up with me when I was frustrated, stressed or lazy, my Orthopedist, who I can always count on to give me the non-sugarcoated truth, and a sarcastic remark to go with it, my extremely kind and patient Orthotist, and my family, who was with me through all of this. I’m so grateful for every single one of you, and I couldn’t have done it without you.

I am no longer ashamed of my back!

Jen is an amazing physical therapist. I have scoliosis and thought I could not reduce it. However, after completing a therapy program (Schroth method plus Jen’s method) with Jen, my back is noticeably straighter, more elongated, and more symmetrical, and she has taught me how to continue to improve it. She also dramatically improved my posture and straightened my neck as well. I’m so happy with and grateful for the results!

Jen has scoliosis too (although I didn’t realize it until she told me, which is inspiring), so she understands the challenges I have and what I need to overcome them. She gives me the encouragement and support I need during the exercises to get the results I’m capable of. She is also so resourceful and dedicated; I’m a slow learner when it comes to exercises, but she always finds a way to get me to understand them. When I didn’t know how to activate a muscle (like a rib cage muscle that I didn’t know even existed) she found a way to teach me. When she observed a muscle was tight and interfering with my ability to achieve a posture, she took the time to loosen it.

What was most amazing though, was, from the amount of effort she put in to straighten my back and improve my posture, I could tell she genuinely cares and wants me to improve as much as possible. When she saw my neck needed therapy as well, she worked on that too even though she didn’t have to. She takes the time to explain why we do each exercise and teaches me so that I can continue the progress on my own. And, perhaps the most sweet – when I improve, she gets so excited and happy which is super encouraging. Jen is really such a nice person – I always enjoy our therapy sessions and getting to know her.

Finally, Jen has done so much for me not only physically, but mentally. I am no longer ashamed at my back but take pride in how much straighter I can make it if I work for it. I am so grateful to have her as my PT!

I have remained pain-free after 1 year!

I came to Graham after attempting correction of my Kyphosis with yoga and another PT. My acupuncturist had said that PT wouldn’t help the condition, and the prior PT I consulted, said that there was a chance that I could obtain a 20% correction with their organization.

I worked with Jennifer over a 4 month period, and obtained a correction of over 50%. I no longer engage in yoga, acupuncture or PT, and after 1 year, I remain free of pain, provided I continue some of the exercises she taught me.

Knowledgeable & caring!

My daughter Celena had surgery for Scoliosis several years ago.  She was doing fine but started to develop a curve below her surgery.  Her posture started to change.  We did not want to go through another surgery.  I was put in contact with Jennifer.  Jennifer took a couple of calls with me and talked about her training and what she could do for Celena.  I am a physical therapist also, but I knew for my daughter’s well-being that I needed an expert.  After seeing the before and after pictures on Jennifer’s website, we decided to drive 4 hours to meet with her.  The experience was better than expected!  Jennifer took the time to explain the treatments she was going to do.  Most of all, I could tell that Celena was going to work well with Jennifer.  She has a very sweet personality.

After the first day of treatment, Jennifer showed my wife and I pictures of Celena and the difference that she could make.  We were so excited!

Jennifer worked one on one with Celena for three days in a row.  Celena has a very good understanding of the initial program laid out for her.  I couldn’t think of a better person to have working with Celena.  Jennifer is knowledgeable and caring.  We will be making the 4 hour one way drive a couple of more times to complete the program for Celena.  It is definitely worth it!  I would recommend Jennifer to anyone!  We cannot thank her enough for her compassion skill as a physical therapist.  Thanks Jen!

Knowledgeable & committed to getting results!

Working with Jennifer has been life-changing for me! I feel and look better after years of deteriorating scoliosis. Jennifer is incredibly knowledgeable and committed to her patients. She thoughtfully adapts the program to provide highest benefit, cheers you on, and challenges you along. I’m hugely grateful and amazed by the results.