Kristen Vaughan

DPT

Kristen is an avid mountain enthusiast who is passionate about helping people achieve their goals and move towards a full and healthy life. She has been practicing physical therapy in Seattle since 2011 with a focus on orthopedics and sports medicine, and is committed to professional growth and providing the highest level of care in her practice. Her treatment style combines manual therapy with patient education, movement pattern optimization, and targeted exercises.

Education:
Bachelors in Biology, Seattle Pacific University
Doctorate of Physical Therapy, University of Colorado
Continuing professional education in manual therapy, muscle activation technique, biomechanical assessment in running and cycling, vestibular rehab

Special interests:
Skiing injuries, outdoor athletes, bike fits and biomechanics assessments, dizziness and vertigo, low back, SI joint, hip pain, shoulder pain.

Outside the clinic:
Skiing (freeride and back-country big mountain), mountain biking, hiking, rock climbing, volunteering, traveling