Expert Ankle Pain Physical Therapy in Beaverton, OR
Get back to running, sports, and life without limitations. Our Doctors of Physical Therapy deliver personalized 60-minute sessions to heal ankle sprains, Achilles pain, and chronic instability.
Ankle Pain Shouldn't Sideline Your Active Life
Too many people accept ankle pain as their new normal, missing out on activities they love because traditional care falls short.
Stuck in Endless 15-Minute Sessions
Insurance-driven PT means rushed appointments with aides, not doctors. You're left doing generic exercises with no real progress toward your goals.
Chronic Instability and Re-Injury
You've rolled your ankle so many times it feels weak and unreliable. Every step on uneven ground fills you with anxiety about another sprain that keeps you out of your sport.
No Clear Path Back to Performance
You're told to rest and ice, but no one addresses the root cause. Months later, you're still avoiding running, jumping, or the activities that make you feel alive.
Why Beaverton Athletes Choose Our Ankle Pain Physical Therapy
At Headquarters Physical Therapy, we don't just treat symptoms—we identify and fix the biomechanical issues causing your ankle pain. Our cash-based model means no insurance limitations, just 60 minutes of undivided attention from a Doctor of Physical Therapy every single session.
- Cutting-edge assessment technology including VALD force plates and Tindeq dynamometer testing to pinpoint strength deficits and asymmetries
- Evidence-based manual therapy, joint mobilization, and neuromuscular re-education to restore full ankle mobility and stability
- Direct 24-hour access to your PT via text and email with unlimited program updates as you progress toward return-to-sport
“I was told by two very well respected orthopedic surgeons that my knee was bone on bone, and I needed both my knees replaced. A buddy of mine told me to try PT with the HQPT. I went into my first session with Jonah knowing that my days with my natural knees were almost over. I was wrong! After the first PT session I was encouraged and knew I might not need surgery after all. It has now been 7 months of PT twice a week with Jonah, and I am amazed that at 68 my legs are stronger than they have been for many many years.”
Your Path from Ankle Pain to Peak Performance in Three Steps
Step 1: Comprehensive Movement Assessment
Your 60-minute evaluation goes beyond the ankle. We assess your entire kinetic chain using functional movement screens and advanced technology to identify the true source of your pain.
Step 2: Personalized Treatment Plan
Receive one-on-one care from your Doctor of Physical Therapy—no aides or techs. Every session includes hands-on manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, and education tailored to your specific goals.
Step 3: Return to Sport and Prevention
Progress through return-to-sport testing, plyometric training, and sport-specific drills. We don't just get you back—we make you stronger and more resilient than before your injury.
Ankle Conditions We Treat in Beaverton
Whether you're dealing with a fresh injury or chronic instability, our ankle pain physical therapy addresses the full spectrum of lower leg conditions.
- Acute and chronic ankle sprains with persistent instability or limited range of motion
- Achilles tendinopathy and tendonitis preventing runners and athletes from training consistently
- Plantar fasciitis causing heel and arch pain that disrupts daily activities and exercise
- Post-surgical rehabilitation including ankle reconstruction, fracture repair, and ligament repair
Real Results from Beaverton's Top-Rated PT Clinic
"Jonah understood my objectives when I started working with him. He designed a program that met my particular needs. I have experienced significant improvement as a result. I highly recommend Jonah if there is a need for physical therapy. He will be the right choice."
R McFadden
"I have loved my experience working with Jonah on my lower back and hip issues. I wish I could see him every day. He is knowledgeable, kind and is eager to help you meet your goals. You definitely feel as though you are his priority."
Angila McCormack
"Jonah at Headquarters Physical Therapy is knowledgeable, patient, and encouraging. He created a personalized treatment plan for me and provided me with education and resources to help me continue the work at home in between sessions. I always leave feeling stronger after my sessions!"
Olivia Koski
Meet Your Doctors of Physical Therapy—Specialists in Sports Medicine
DANI DLOUHY - Clinic Manager PDX
Doctor of Physical Therapy
PT, DPT, CF-1
Ashley Knecht is an Oregon native who grew up in Ashland. She graduated from Portland State University in 2019 with a BS in Health Sciences. During her collegiate years, Ashley competed as a Division One tennis player, where she developed a profound passion for physical therapy, driven by her desire to assist athletes—from professionals to weekend warriors—in achieving optimal recovery and performance.
Ashley attended Regis University for Physical therapy school, graduating in 2022. Since graduating PT school Ashley has focused on enhancing her expertise in sports rehabilitation and injury prevention, incorporating strength and conditioning principles into her rehabilitation strategies. As a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), she is particularly adept at designing programs that enhance athletic performance and reduce injury risks.
Ashley tailors her approach to meet the unique needs of each patient, combining evidence-based practices with a personal understanding of athletic demands and recovery processes. Outside the clinic, Ashley enjoys running, playing tennis, and cooking. Her holistic approach to wellness and commitment to patient education ensures that every individual she works with is well-equipped to return to their passions stronger and more resilient than ever.
ASHLEY HEDGES – Doctor of Physical Therapy
PT, DPT, CSCS
Ashley Knecht is an Oregon native who grew up in Ashland. She graduated from Portland State University in 2019 with a BS in Health Sciences. During her collegiate years, Ashley competed as a Division One tennis player, where she developed a profound passion for physical therapy, driven by her desire to assist athletes—from professionals to weekend warriors—in achieving optimal recovery and performance.
Ashley attended Regis University for Physical therapy school, graduating in 2022. Since graduating PT school Ashley has focused on enhancing her expertise in sports rehabilitation and injury prevention, incorporating strength and conditioning principles into her rehabilitation strategies. As a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), she is particularly adept at designing programs that enhance athletic performance and reduce injury risks.
Ashley tailors her approach to meet the unique needs of each patient, combining evidence-based practices with a personal understanding of athletic demands and recovery processes. Outside the clinic, Ashley enjoys running, playing tennis, and cooking. Her holistic approach to wellness and commitment to patient education ensures that every individual she works with is well-equipped to return to their passions stronger and more resilient than ever.
MEGHAN KARLSON - Sales Director
Meghan is an Oregon native, who attended Central Catholic High School and then received her degree in Public Relations and Communications from University of Oregon. She has worked in the corporate world for over 10 years including both agency and in-house. Meghan's most recent role was in hotel sales in downtown Portland, before coming to Headquarters Physical Therapy. She brings sales and marketing expertise along with strong client relations skills. Her decision to join HQ PT team comes from a passion to support the corporate world with wellness solutions to foster the best work environments, in turn creating positive change for employees at work but also in their personal lives.
Meghan enjoys all types of workouts and especially in group settings like BurnCycle or Bar Method. You can catch her running Hood To Coast most years literally running on no sleep, but her natural energy and adrenaline. Speaking of energy, she has two toddlers which keeps life in motion at all times. Meghan experienced her own PT treatment journey after having two babies and is a big advocate for taking the time and care needed to live pain free.
JACK ANDERSON - Doctor of Physical Therapy
PT, DPT
Jack received his Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from Regis University in 2021. Before earning his Doctorate, he majored in Kinesiology at Oregon State University, where he also was a member of the National Championship baseball team in 2018 as a starting outfielder.
While at Oregon State, he was recognized for his accomplishments on and off the field, as he earned All-PAC-12 outfielder and the Scholar-Athlete of the Year in 2018 for the entire conference. Before his time at Oregon State, he was a 3-sport athlete in football, baseball, and basketball at local Lake Oswego High school, earning All-State honors in football and baseball.
Jack believes effective physical therapy interventions start with a patient-centered environment where respect, trust, honesty, and effective communication are paramount to the healing process.
Jack’s practice as a physical therapist is developed from evidence-informed care, clinical expertise, and the values and circumstances of the patient sitting in front of him. He will use these three main pillars to create a customized plan of care based on the patients’ needs.
Jack believes in the ethos of Headquarters Physical Therapy. He doesn’t just want his patients to simply reach their goals, but he wants them to enjoy the company they keep on the journey forward. When Jack isn’t working at HQ, you will probably see him inside the baseball cages as a hitting instructor for The Yard.
Doctorate of Physical Therapy - Regis University 2021
Bachelors of Science Kinesiology - Oregon State University 2018
Oregon State National Champion and PAC-12 Scholar-Athlete of the Year 2018
JONAH KOSKI – Clinic Manager, Bend
Doctor of Physical Therapy
PT, DPT, TPI-1
Jonah received his Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from George Fox University after receiving a Bachelor’s degree in Health Science from Whitworth University. Jonah is a Bend native who graduated from Bend Senior High School where he played baseball and football. Jonah continued his athletic career playing quarterback at the University of St. Thomas before finishing his career at Whitworth University. Jonah continues his passion for football coaching middle and high school quarterbacks with EForce in the offseason.
Jonah has a TPI certification where he will assess and identify physical restrictions that might be negatively impacting your performance and creating unnecessary discomfort. He is committed to helping you improve and play pain-free.
Jonah’s passion is empowering the inner athlete in everyone, whether it is a professional or aspiring athlete or anyone, regardless of age or physical health, who simply wants to improve the quality of their lives through greater flexibility, strength, and agility. Jonah believes in a patient-centered approach to developing personalized programs utilizing a wide range of treatment approaches that fit the unique needs of the individual.
Jonah’s mission is to serve. He loves working with patients from all backgrounds and devotes himself to improving the quality of their lives.
Doctorate of Physical Therapy - George Fox University 2020
Bachelors of Arts – Whitworth University 2016
Titleist Performance Institute Certified Level 1
DR. RYAN BAUGUS - Owner and Co-Founder
PT, DPT, ATC
Ryan received his Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from George Fox University in 2015. Prior to becoming a Doctor of Physical Therapy Ryan received his bachelors degree in Athletic Training from Oregon State University. Ryan has a passion for promoting a narrative of resilience and empowerment, rather than a reliance on the traditional medical model. His purpose is to provide customized solutions to the needs of all individuals by creating a therapeutic alliance with each one.
Ryan utilizes a wide range of treatment approaches to promote positive adaptations that will improve an individuals ability to manage injury and the variability of sport/life. He is not a believer in magic hands and is very upfront with his patients about the limited role that the therapist’s hands play in their overall wellness. Ryan's patients hit the training floor early and often as he believes true motor learning occurs through the organic process of movement experience and error correction.
Ryan treats patients of all backgrounds but excels at working with field and court athletes of all levels and works as a private consultant for several NFL athletes.
Ryan believes that Headquarters Physical Therapy embodies the ideals of the healthcare industry - compassion, empathy, and science-based interventions. He believes that the Headquarters PT team is the best collection of physical therapists and nutritionists that Portland, Oregon can offer
Doctorate of Physical Therapy - George Fox University 2015
Bachelors of Science - Oregon State University 2011
Certified Athletic Trainer
USAW Level 1 Coach
DANIEL ABDIE - Doctor of Physical Therapy
PT, DPT, TPI Level 1
Daniel Abdie earned his Doctorate of Physical Therapy in 2021 from Regis University in Denver, Colorado. A lifelong athlete himself, Daniel is passionate about helping athletes of all levels return to sport with confidence, resilience, and tools to thrive. He specializes in sports rehabilitation and performance and has extensive experience guiding competitive athletes through the return-to-play process using evidence-based treatment.
A native of Portland, Oregon, Daniel attended Westview High School where he competed in football, basketball, and track & field earning All-Metro League honors in football and track & field. He then attended Willamette University in Salem, OR where he played wide receiver on the football team while earning a degree in Exercise Science.
Daniel has completed advanced manual therapy coursework through NAIOMT and holds certifications in Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) training, trigger point dry needling, and the Fascial Distortion Model (FDM). His treatment philosophy centers on forming meaningful relationships through individualized, high-level care that empowers athletes both physically and mentally.
Before joining the HQPT team, Daniel founded and operated his own physical therapy practice, where he built strong partnerships with local athletic communities. He continues to work closely with ATHENA and AJAX volleyball clubs, providing specialized care and performance services for youth volleyball athletes.
Outside the clinic, Daniel enjoys exploring the outdoors with his wife, Hannah, and their labradoodle, Millie. Whether it’s golfing, hiking, camping, or skiing, he’s always up for an adventure. He’s also an avid sports fan—especially when it comes to football, basketball, and golf.
DYLAN CARMODY - Doctor of Physical Therapy, Sports Scientist
PT,DPT,CPSS
Dylan is a Physical Therapist and Sport Scientist in Bend, Oregon. He has special interests in rehabilitating calf, Achilles tendon and ACL injuries and has worked in multiple performance settings, including NCAA Division I athletics.
With a background in Division I Strength & Conditioning, he understands what it really means to get back to the sports and activities clients love doing. When he's not geeking out on force plate data, or doing research on soft tissue injuries in athletes, he's probably riding his bike, playing with his dog, or exploring all the nature central Oregon has to offer with his fiancé, Jay.
Having grown up in Southern California, Dylan has a love for all things outdoors, but especially enjoys his time riding bikes, hiking and running. Outside of his time as a PT, Dylan also works with a sports technology company where he integrates the latest information technologies like force plates and dynamometers into PT and performance training
Nicole Krill - Nutrition Coach
Nicole grew up in Tualatin, Oregon in the kitchen cooking alongside her mom. This led her to take culinary classes and enter competitions all through middle and high school. She went on to attend Culinary School at Linn Benton Community College while finishing her undergraduate degree. She graduated in 2018 from Oregon State University with her Degree in Nutrition.
As a lifelong athlete, she competed in sports ranging from waterpolo, softball, cheerleading, dance, gymnastics, track & field, soccer, etc. She later found her passion for triathlon in college where she competed for OSU's Triathlon Club. She went on to race many Ironman70.'s, marathons, and ultra marathons. Which led her to work with our team here at HQPT for injury rehabilitation. Over the years of training, she went on her own journey to learn what NOT to do, how to fuel to perform, and how to sustain a healthy lifestyle outside of a structured training season.
Nicole is excited to bring her knowledge and passion for food & planning, fueling for sport, sustainable healthy living, and much more in a personalized approach with each of her patients to reach their goals. Her hope is that patients leave their sessions feeling empowered, educated, supported, and heard.
Bachelors of Science in Nutrition - 2018 Oregon State University
Culinary School - Linn Benton Community College 2017
Children's Culinary Instructor
Visit Us in Beaverton Near You
Conveniently located near Cedar Hills Shopping Center
- Phone: (503) 610-9281
- Office: 20354 NW Empire Ave STE D-4, Bend, OR 97703
Just 5 minutes from downtown Beaverton via SW Canyon Rd and OR-10 E. We're conveniently located near Cedar Hills Shopping Center and Canyon Place Shopping Center, easily accessible from anywhere in Beaverton. Take SW Canyon Rd, turn left onto OR-10 E, then right onto SW Western Ave—you'll find us ready to help you overcome ankle pain and get back to what you love.
Common Questions About Our Care
Everything you need to know before your first visit
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We operate on a cash-based, out-of-network model that allows us to provide superior care without insurance limitations. This means 60-minute one-on-one sessions with a Doctor of Physical Therapy every visit—no aides, no techs, no rushing. While we don't bill insurance directly, we provide superbills you can submit for potential reimbursement. Many patients find they spend less overall due to fewer visits and better outcomes.
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Every session is a full 60 minutes of one-on-one time with your Doctor of Physical Therapy. This is significantly longer than typical insurance-based clinics where you might get 15-20 minutes of actual PT time. Our extended sessions allow for thorough manual therapy, comprehensive exercise instruction, and real-time adjustments to your program.
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We treat the full spectrum of ankle and lower extremity conditions including Achilles tendinopathy, plantar fasciitis, chronic ankle instability, shin splints, calf strains, and post-surgical rehabilitation. We also address related issues like IT band syndrome, runner's knee, hip pain, and biomechanical problems throughout the kinetic chain that contribute to ankle pain.
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We offer true one-on-one care with Doctors of Physical Therapy for the entire 60-minute session. You'll have direct access to your PT via text and email with 24-hour response times. We use cutting-edge technology like VALD force plates and Tindeq dynamometer testing for objective measurements. Our evidence-based approach is trusted by NFL athletes, and our cash-based model means your treatment plan is based on what you need—not what insurance approves.
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Wear comfortable athletic clothing that allows us to assess your movement—shorts and a t-shirt work well. Bring any relevant imaging (X-rays, MRI reports), a list of current medications, and athletic shoes if you're a runner or athlete. Most importantly, come prepared to discuss your goals, whether that's returning to your sport, hiking without pain, or simply walking without instability.
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Call us at (503) 610-9281 or visit www.headquarterspt.com to request an appointment. Our team will match you with the Doctor of Physical Therapy whose expertise best aligns with your condition and goals. We're open Monday through Friday, 7 AM to 6 PM, and conveniently located near Cedar Hills Shopping Center in Beaverton.