Thank you, Eugene

Jesse Klein
Jan 3, 2022
2 min read

Every Dec 31/Jan 1st I sit down for a few hours and reflect on the previous year and look forward to the upcoming year. This year, my personal and professional life blended together much more since I started my practice; I can’t reflect on my own 2021 without also thinking back on what a great change Zenith has been for me.

I knew I wanted to start my own practice by the summer of 2020 and started thinking more concretely about my plan in fall 2020, purchased my website and officially became an LLC in January 2021, started training clients on the side in April, then two days a week in May, then jumped to full time in June.

The idea was simple, what would the best physical therapy practice be like if not influenced by outside factors (insurance requirements, time constraints and needing to rush from client to client, being passed from therapist to therapist, someone telling you that a certain area is off limits)?

And what is most valuable to people (having time to tell their story, being listened to and understood, having continuity of care with the same therapist, having access to their therapist between sessions, be given full answers instead of ‘always, never, none’ generalizations, actually getting better (!), and getting treatment from someone who gives a shit about them).

There’s always room for improvement and refinement- and that will continue in 2022, but I am happy to say that 2021 was a fantastic and fulfilling start. In a year that was incredibly hard for a lot of individuals and groups, I recognize how fortunate my positive year was. I’ve been able to form working relationships and help many people get back to the things they love, and then get to do them better. I've also broken through some of the trappings of 'traditional Physical Therapy'- who says we cannot blend manual therapy with active exercise then progress to weight training? Who says you can't continue to receive PT in a preventative and performance based form after recovering from pain/injury?

I’ve enjoyed worked with individuals and entire families. I’ve met people in their homes, gyms, parks and trails, and my office. I’ve made new friends and running buddies and cheered them on and been cheered on at local races.

But saying "I" that many times glosses over the fact that this practice only exists because of the others around it: my wife- for believing in me and jumping in when I choose to leave my previous clinic, the Eugene running community at large (but more specifically Joe Uhan, DTP CFMT for encouragement and guidance setting up a PT practice and knowing the more quality therapy the better. Team 5AM Running Madness for professionally partnering with me and also providing a great training environment for my own running and training. And Run Hub Northwest for their support and allowing me to come monthly for injury consults and being a continually valuable resource for the running community in Eugene.

And to my clients who trust me with their care and their wellness. That’s ultimately my purpose and it's also my reward.

Cheers to 2021 and here’s to 2022.

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Commentaires

A seamless transition from PT to strength training

I worked with Dr. Mariel Hammond who helped relieve my pain from an acute injury and identified the underlying cause. She worked with me to develop a longitudinal plan to prevent this injury from happening again. She was professional, supportive, and positive, and helped provide a seamless transition from physical therapy to a tailored strength training program. The whole Zenith team is great to work with—communication and scheduling is easy, they are friendly, and work with my schedule and individual needs. After graduating from physical therapy, I now participate in strength training sessions with Josh Harper and am happy with my progress. Thanks to Dr. Hammond, Josh Harper, and the whole Zenith team for providing excellent physical therapy care with a smooth transition to a tailored strength training program. If you’re looking for physical therapy, personal or group training in a supportive and respectful environment, Zenith is the place to go.

Christina M

Had me walking pain-free in just a week

An absolutely amazing experience! As I trained for my first marathon, the Eugene Marathon, I unfortunately overdid it and ended up injuring myself just 18 days before the race. Fortunately, Jesse, one of the owners of Zenith, overheard my conversation about the pain I was experiencing and recommended this place to me. I met with Mike Robinson, who quickly identified the issue and had me walking pain-free in just a week. With only a week and a half left before the marathon, I had three more sessions here—each boosting my confidence and ensuring I could run without pain. This place is incredible! I highly recommend it to anyone facing a potential setback due to injury. The team's communication, attention to detail, and dedication to their clients are truly exceptional. Five stars without a doubt!

Julian C

Zenith saw an opportunity no doctor had

After a year and a half of uncertainty regarding a lower leg injury I developed my freshman year, working with Jesse Klein is the only reason I can play pain free. After 4 MRIs, a compartment syndrome test, multiple X-rays, and people telling me it was time to give up my sport, Jesse saw an opportunity and brought to the table new knowledge and possibilities to my injury that none of the 3 doctors had mentioned to me. I am so thankful for this company and all they do for my team—but most importantly, huge thank you to Jesse for beating the odds and taking a new approach to heal me. After playing multiple sports my whole life, I knew something was wrong with my leg freshman year (2022). About two weeks into fall camp, I started experiencing swelling to almost double the size of my calf and leg spasms/cramps that would often keep me up at night. I attempted to push through and unfortunately ended up being diagnosed with bilateral tibial stress fractures and placed in a walking boot on my left side and an air cast on my right side for 2½ months, taking away my full freshman season. I went through about 3–4 months of physical therapy and attempted to return in March (2023) of my freshman season, but the pain wouldn't go away. I played through pain for about a month, but the swelling got to the point where I was having a hard time walking, and ultimately led me back to the boot from April to May. From June–August I was on a strict rehab schedule to get me back, which included no explosive or impact movement for the full time. I thought I was healed. I came back in August (2023) and the pain wouldn’t stop. At this point, I reached out to a new company and they wanted to discuss compartment syndrome testing, which ultimately took place in January—one of the doctors told me I should give it up if I wasn't reliant on scholarship. I went on break worried about what to do—and that’s when I met Jesse Klein. My coach introduced me to Jesse in January and told me he had a couple ideas on my injury. At this point I was looking for a miracle. I worked with Jesse from January to May (2024) and I plan to work with him in the future. We did weekly appointments and I followed his program that allowed me to begin play in moderation and keep up with exercises daily. Jesse brings a new view and unique take to PT and I would honestly recommend him to anyone. Because of him I am now pain free and can finally play the sport that I love. I played the whole 3 months of spring season with no pain and I can’t wait to come back and play in the fall. Without Jesse I don't know if I would be able to play anymore—he's made this experience efficient and comfortable, and my coach and I are eternally grateful.

Jessie M