Business Details
38 Years
experience
Your Trusted Physical Therapy Partner in Modesto, CA
Andersenpt has been a trusted healthcare provider in Stanislaus County for over 35 years, dedicated to helping patients recover from work-related injuries, sports injuries, and daily life challenges. Our team of board-certified physical therapists and specialists operates from a state-of-the-art facility featuring a full-scale rehabilitation center, dedicated hand clinic, aquatic therapy pool, and a job-task analysis center. We combine decades of clinical expertise with cutting-edge technology to deliver personalized treatment plans focused on restoring function, managing pain, and preventing future disabilities.Our specialized programs in vestibular rehabilitation, ergonomic assessments, and aquatic therapy address diverse patient needs. With a legacy of family ownership and patient-centered care, we maintain strong partnerships with local industries and healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive recovery solutions.
Services
Physical Therapy
Hand Therapy
Aquatic Therapy
Vestibular Rehabilitation
Functional Capacity Evaluation
Ergonomic Assessments
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- Our team includes board-certified physical therapists with over 35 combined years of experience in Stanislaus County
- We operate a state-of-the-art facility with specialized centers for hand therapy, aquatic therapy, and job-task analysis
- Certified Hand Therapists and Work Capacity Evaluators provide advanced specialized care
- We combine clinical expertise with personalized treatment plans for musculoskeletal and neurological conditions
- Family-owned practice maintains direct patient-provider relationships with no third-party billing intermediaries
Services
Physical Therapy
Board-certified physical therapists treat musculoskeletal, neurological, and vestibular conditions through personalized treatment plans. Our specialists address pain management, gait impairments, and functional restoration using evidence-based techniques. Patients benefit from direct access to advanced diagnostic tools and customized exercise programs.
Hand Therapy
Certified Hand Therapists specialize in treating upper extremity injuries including fractures, nerve repairs, and repetitive stress injuries. The program combines splinting techniques, manual therapy, and functional retraining to restore hand and arm mobility following trauma or surgery.
Aquatic Therapy
Hydroworx underwater treadmill and therapeutic pool enable low-impact rehabilitation for patients with weight-bearing restrictions. This service supports gait training, strength building, and pain management through controlled aquatic resistance and buoyancy principles.
Vestibular Rehabilitation
Specialized treatment for dizziness and balance disorders combines manual therapy, vestibular ocular reflex training, and proprioceptive exercises. Certified therapists develop individualized programs to improve equilibrium and reduce vertigo symptoms through neuroplasticity-based interventions.
Functional Capacity Evaluation
Two-day, standardized assessments determine work readiness using kinesiophysical methods. This service evaluates physical capabilities for job placement, identifies ergonomic needs, and establishes safe work parameters based on NIOSH standards through objective musculoskeletal testing.
People
Lyle Andersen
Certified Work Capacity Evaluator
With 50+ years in physical therapy, Lyle graduated from Loma Linda University in 1969 and co-founded Andersenpt in 1977. He specializes in occupational injury prevention and ergonomics, managing programs for local industries since obtaining his CWCE certification in 1998.
Jon Andersen
Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist
Dr. Jon Andersen, DPT, completed his doctoral research on shoulder mechanics for professional athletes. Board certified since 2008, he specializes in outpatient orthopedics and aquatic therapy, holding additional fellowships in manual therapy from Regis University.
Sherilyn Andersen
Certified Hand Therapist
With a master's degree from Andrews University, Sheri focuses on neurological and orthopedic upper extremity conditions. She became a certified hand therapist in 2016 after completing advanced coursework in wrist rehabilitation and neuro-developmental treatment approaches.
Jolene Anderson
Certified Hand Therapist
A practicing occupational therapist since 1976, Jolene established Andersen's Hand Therapy program in 1997. Certified since 1993, she educates professionals globally on hand therapy protocols and has specialized in treating repetitive motion injuries for over 30 years.
Danny Davenport
Physical Therapist
Dr. Danny Davenport, DPT, specializes in orthopedic and pediatric outpatient care. Graduating from University of Pacific in 2014, he focuses on treating children with cerebral palsy while maintaining expertise in sports medicine through his academic honors in Sports Medicine.
Questions
What conditions do your physical therapists treat?
Our specialists treat musculoskeletal injuries, neurological conditions, vestibular disorders, and work-related injuries using personalized rehabilitation programs.
Do you offer specialized hand therapy services?
Yes, our Certified Hand Therapists provide comprehensive treatment for fractures, nerve repairs, and repetitive stress injuries through targeted rehabilitation programs.
What makes your aquatic therapy unique?
Our Hydroworx underwater treadmill and warm therapeutic pool allow customized low-impact rehabilitation for patients with weight-bearing restrictions or chronic pain conditions.
Can you help with workplace injury recovery?
Yes, we specialize in work-related injury rehabilitation and functional capacity evaluations to determine safe return-to-work status using standardized assessment protocols.
Do you provide ergonomic assessments for businesses?
Our certified specialists offer on-site ergonomic evaluations and pre-work testing programs to help local industries reduce workplace injuries and improve safety.
Are your therapists board-certified specialists?
Yes, our team includes Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialists, Certified Hand Therapists, and Work Capacity Evaluators with advanced training in their specialties.
