Testimonials

“Working with Brooke has been truly life changing. I initially came to Element because I had a specific issue with my wrist, thinking I would just need to learn a few rehabilitation exercises, but I’m incredibly grateful that Brooke ended up being my PT. She looked deeper than that specific issue and unraveled many other underlying issues contributing to the pain. Through our sessions, she taught me exercises as well as the impacts of nutrition. Not only has my wrist pain resolved, I feel so much more aware of my body and have the knowledge and tools to maintain the positive changes. ”

“This entire team is really great. I have worked with a couple of the Physical Therapy team and the Chiropractors here, all have been amazing. They work hard to figure out what is going on with my body and give me the tools to continue the process. Working with my schedule so that I can have the care and support I need when I can. I totally recommend this team.”

“The staff was very helpful and informative! Their gym is awesome and their practitioners were very knowledgeable with rehabilitation and body mechanics.”

“Cristiana has made a major impact on my life. She dedicates each appointment to fit her patients needs by reducing pain, making daily tasks easier, and explaining what you can do to help yourself outside of physical therapy. Cristiana truly cares about her patients and works hard to help them. Her skills and expertise are undeniable. By explaining her work she shows you the benefit and the positive difference of her craft. Most importantly she shows you how to relieve pain and progress in your treatment outside of each appointment. Her knowledge, style, and passion are what have made Cristiana not only an effective physical therapist, but a great one.”

“Cristiana is an outstanding physical therapist. She is able to quickly check-in to see how you are feeling & evaluate in order to identify the key area/areas that need attention to capitalize on the appointment. Her understanding of the human anatomy gives her the ability to easily & effectively communicate and demonstrate the necessary exercises for maximum success. The support staff at Element Wellness is both efficient & pleasant making the overall experience a 10.”

“I have been seeing Chris Goodwill, PT for physical therapy on and off for approximately 15 years for various injuries and musculoskeletal issues. In addition, I have also referred many patients to Chris over the years, and they have always had outstanding results.

As a physician, I respect both her diagnostic and therapeutic skills, which she uses to figure out what is causing a patient’s pain, and then devises an individualized treatment plan. She is equally skilled in treating acute, subacute, and chronic injuries.

Chris is highly skilled in treating myofascial pain. She has an uncanny sense of touch, and this allows her to detect and treat myofascial dysfunction. This is a skill that not too many physical therapists possess. In addition, Chris is an excellent listener, and has a warm bedside manner. I highly recommend Chris Goodwill.”

“I have absolutely LOVED my time here. I have had lower back pain for years. I sought help at chiros, different PT offices, tried (unsuccessfully) to do yoga at home, and nothing helped. No one seemed to understand what was happening in my back to cause me pain. Working with Dr. Bell has literally changed my life. I couldn’t sleep through the night without waking up every hour from pain before I started seeing her. Five weeks into treatment and I can stand up from the ground, bed, sitting position unassisted. I couldn’t do that before. I am so thankful to her and her team. Her assistant Courtney has been so helpful and encouraging as well! They are so knowledgeable. I’m so thankful I decided to make the 30 minute drive to go here instead of somewhere nearby. They’re the best!”

“Dr. Adam Dew is a wonderful chiropractor and offers many services. My whole family, including our two sons ages 9 & 12 years old, see him for help for recent injuries or chronic issues. Within a few sessions he has us pain free and he teaches us exercises to maintain functional movement at home. Dr. Dew is a great listener, healer and teacher. We highly recommend Dr. Dew for whatever your needs may be.”

“The staff at Element Wellness & Sports Rehab consistently provide the best chiropractic and PT services anywhere. I also appreciate the competency and friendly professionalism of the front office staff. Dr. Goodwill’s team is the finest that I’ve ever experienced. I’d recommend them to anyone looking for quality treatment.”

“Excellent staff and amazing physical therapists! Love what this company stands for and the work that they do. Literally life changing.”

“I came into this clinic nearly two years ago, after a friend’s encouragement. And it’s not overstating it to say that the physical therapists here have changed my life.

This is the only place that has helped with my (long-term, chronic) pain. I am able to sleep through the night after years of waking up in the middle of the night in pain. I actually feel better after every session. And I learn new things about my body every time I go in.

(Every practitioner I’ve worked with here is incredibly holistic, and I’ve learned so much about how processes like breathing and organ positions and all the rest can affect physical pain and well-being.)

This is the only place where I’ve actually felt like my PT and I are a real team. I see the same therapist, in a private room, every session. And she offers me highly individualized bodywork and exercises that actually help me feel better. I cannot recommend Element Sports & Wellness highly enough.”

“I was both hesitant and excited when my doctor suggested Pelvic Floor PT at Element Wellness for the pain that I had been having in my groin for 2 years. Several times to the urologist who found nothing wrong and thought it would go away on its own. After I called to make an appointment with Element Wellness they sent me the paperwork and history forms. As I completed the questions I knew I was going to the right place. The questions matched my issues exactly. Rebecca was wonderful. I felt very comfortable with her and I felt she genuinely cared as we started each session with a non rushed conversation. I am so glad my doctor found Rebecca for me to see.”

“Element has yet again added to its already amazing staff with Brooke. She is a very good listener, and takes her time to get to know you and why you seek treatment. I am seeing her for chronic pain that has been on-and-off for years. Her deep knowledge of how the body works and its connected structure guides her use of touch to start where the pain is most prevalent and move to find the source.
I have been extremely impressed at her ability to guide the process and detect the reason, with the follow-up of exercises/stretching techniques to support my healing between sessions. I really look forward to seeing her and knowing that my body is on the right track of feeling it’s best!”

“My daughter started seeing Rebecca for a chronic condition, and we couldn’t be happier with the compassionate care we have received. Rebecca has the rare ability to make her patients feel at ease with her caring and positive manner, enabling my daughter to open up to her with personal and potentially embarrassing details that are critical for her recovery. Rebecca is naturally patient and easy to talk with. She excels at communicating in a clear and accessible way, whether it is problem solving, explaining the exercises, providing clear details of the home program, or emailing a recap of the appointment. When I injured myself, I immediately knew who to call for my own physical therapy needs. We highly recommend Rebecca.”

“Rebecca is a highly skilled and compassionate professional. Her specialty is restoration of pelvic floor function. I met her on recommendation of a fellow mom whose child suffered from withholding, like mine. To my amazement, she easily connected with my child and explained how the GI system worked using props. My child took Rebecca’s teaching in stride and improved their toileting habits after just a few sessions with her, which blew my mind. Having attempted to restore my own pelvic floor twice, failing, and seeing Rebecca’s approach with my child, I asked her to help me. She was the first person who taught me how to properly do Kegel exercises. She is a natural-born teacher and well-versed in other areas of the body as well. I have worked with about a dozen PTs and she is a rare gem. I feel lucky, and am grateful to be in her care. ”

“I was fortunate to have had Element Wellness and Sports Rehabilitation (EWSR) recommended to me in 2008 when it was still Eastside Wellness Center. I now have 12 years of experience working with several Physical Therapists (PTs). All of them are outstanding in their own ways.  I had seen PTs at other practices in the past, but Christina Goodwill, MSPT is in an entirely different class. Her myofascial release skills are otherworldly. I have spoken to caregivers in the community who have equally expressed their awe at her unique gifts. Chris recognized I had a significant, long-term injury and referred me to an orthopedic specialist who diagnosed it and performed surgery.  EWSR focuses first and foremost on each patient; when Chris recognized my needs had changed post-operatively, she referred me to another PT at EWSR who is gifted in Pilates treatment. This practitioner helped me to a speedy recovery, enabling me to travel overseas months later and walk several miles a day, despite my major surgery. Her dedication was unparalleled—she once offered to come in on her day off to “fix” me. Who does that?!?!

I had an injury and operation several years later and, naturally, returned to EWSR. Alix Sklarew, DPT’s high performance levels from years of ballet and modern dance informs her PT treatment. She also provides a unique combination of BOTH Pilates and myofascial release that I did not realize was possible to embody in one person. Alix not only enabled my speedy recovery, but she also restored my physical conditioning and stamina in just three months, enabling me to perform major construction, e.g., replacing a structural wall.  Everyone at EWSR is friendly, kind, and empathetic, but Rebecca Mendak, DPT probably embodies those wonderful traits the most, as the Mother Theresa of PT’s. If you are in a tough place, her gentle, supportive nature is itself a soothing balm as she gently coaxes your body back to your former self and on to new goals. Rebecca should come with a warning label, though—she is known to cause drowsiness and may impair your ability to operate heavy machinery.  In fairness, the individual treatment rooms are partly to blame. The privacy, soft lighting, soothing music, and brick walls are like cocoons, sealing out the rest of the world’s cares. Other practices seem like barbaric slave galleys—miserable people squinting in the bright light as they toil alongside each other. The fact that these PTs can put you to sleep (mea culpa) in the middle of your stressful workday really speaks volumes.

Although deferring to EWSR’s chiropractic patients, a shout out is due to Noah Goodwill, DC for rescuing me when I needed it most—a truly magical individual.  All of this is possible due to the guiding, caring hands of Christina and Noah Goodwill, who are deeply devoted to wellness. After a lifetime of healthcare, EWSR introduced me to health CARE. That is what has attracted such highly gifted caregivers and the loveliest office staff to join EWSR and stay. It is also why I missed seeing everyone at EWSR. Who ever said that about their Physical Therapist?!?”