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Scott Olson, PT, MOMT, FAAOMPT

Scott is co-owner and Secretary of MTI Physical Therapy. Prior to opening the Bellevue practice in 1998, Scott worked in a number of private orthopedic physical therapy practices and has treated thousands of patients, both young and old, ranging from high level athletes to weekend warriors to people dealing with the effects of a life time of wear and tear. His current practice includes working with people dealing with neck and back pain problems, chronic pain and sports injuries.

In addition to his clinical practice, Scott sits on the Board of Instructors, the Board of Examiners, and is the Director of Academic Affairs for the Ola Grimsby Institute Consortium. He has been involved with teaching post-graduate programs in manual therapy with the OGI in the United States and Scandinavia since 1993.

Originally from the heartland, Scott has been a Washingtonian since grade school and enjoys all the Northwest has to offer. A father of three, Scott enjoys spending time with his family as well as playing tennis, golf, running, cycling, and hiking. His years as an athlete have given him unique insight into the psychology of competition and the sometimes delicate balance between injury and peak performance.

Organizations

  • American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists (AAOMPT) - Fellow
  • American Physical Therapy Association - APTA
  • Orthopedic Section - APTA
  • Private Practice Section - APTA
  • Physical Therapy Association of Washington - PTWA

Education:

  • Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from the University of Puget Sound (with Honors) (1986)
  • Master of Orthopedic Manual Therapy from the Ola Grimsby Institute (1991)

Publications:

  • Rivard J, Power B, Hinson B, Olson S. The Efficacy of Spinal Manipulation: A Literature Review. Scientific Physical Therapy 7(3): 1-12, 1997. (non peer review)
  • Rivard J, Olson S, Hobusch R. Dynamic Cervical Spine Stabilization. 9(2):1-15 1999. (non peer review).

Awards:

  • "Hallvard" from the Ola Grimsby Institute (1995). Given for excellence-in teaching, sharing of knowledge, skills and self-to facilitate and motivate others as both teachers and students.

Products:

  • Developer of the VHI Orthopedic Kit for home exercise prescription.

Invited Guest Speaker:

  • The Washington State Psychological Convention on Integrative Medicine. Seattle, WA. October, 1999.
  • The Ola Grimsby Institute Annual Competency Forum, Park City Utah. Dec. 1995.

Appointments:

  • Board of Instructors of the Ola Grimsby Institute
  • Board of Examiners of the Ola Grimsby Institute
  • Director of Academic Affairs for the Ola Grimsby Institute

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