Rachel Morin is a Doctor of Physical Therapy at Movement Systems Physical Therapy with who enjoys working patients of all ages interested in achieving their activity and fitness goals with a special interest in adolescent athletes and performing artists.

ADVICE FOR FUTURE PATIENTS:
I want to get you back to whatever it is you love to do. Come with questions and goals in mind so that we can solve problems together.

HOW DO YOU STAY ACTIVE:
Yoga, running, SUP, hiking, biking, and chasing after my puppy.

FAVORITE RECOVERY FOOD:
Homemade mac and cheese.

CREATIVE OUTLET:
Baking and dance choreography.

CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT:
My husband and dog, as well as a good book.

FIRST JOB:
Assistant dance instructor

FAVORITE SPORTS TEAM:
Seahawks

ALTERNATE UNIVERSE CAREER:
Marine Biologist

PHYSICAL THERAPY PHILOSOPHY:
Physical therapy is a collaborative process, not an assignment and one size does not fit all.  The majority of the “work” of PT takes place outside of the clinic, so it needs to be meaningful, functional and help you move towards your goals.

SPECIALTIES, CERTIFICATIONS, SPECIAL INTERESTS:
Dancers, young athletes, and surgical recovery.

TREATMENT APPROACHES YOU KNOW BEST:
Therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, pain science education.

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT:
Volunteer work with Seattle Performing Arts Medicine (SeaPAM) clinic

HOMETOWN:
Seattle, WA

FAVORITE PLACE IN THE WORLD:
County Kerry, Ireland

COLLEGE(S): University of Washington, B.S., B.A., DPT

WHAT HAVE YOU LEARNED:
Listening to my patients often reveals much more than any barrage of tests I could perform.