About Mend Physical Therapy
Mend Physical Therapy was founded in 2015 by Doctors of Physical Therapy Dr. Jeff Ryg and Dr. Kristin Carpenter after completing their Fellowship training in Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy together. The advanced clinical foundation they share continues to guide Mend’s treatment philosophy today—one rooted in exceptional patient communication, accurate diagnosis, and high-level clinical reasoning.
From the beginning, Jeff and Kristin set out to create a physical therapy practice that delivers individualized, evidence-based care for common orthopedic conditions such as spine pain, joint pain, and sports-related injuries. Today, Mend is recognized throughout Boulder County as a first-line provider for musculoskeletal care, offering early access to conservative physical therapy that helps patients recover efficiently, minimize time away from work and recreation, and reduce overall healthcare costs.
Mend is also committed to being the practice environment of choice for top-tier clinicians, including Board-Certified and Fellowship-Trained Doctors of Physical Therapy. We provide one-on-one physical therapy sessions, booked on the hour, so our patients have the time and space to fully discuss their symptoms, goals, and concerns. This approach allows our expert providers to identify the root causes of pain and movement limitations, using advanced clinical reasoning to create lasting solutions—not just temporary symptom relief.
Our team continually pursues clinical excellence through mentorship, continuing education, and peer collaboration. What began as a small clinic with two physical therapists tucked into the back of a Boulder fitness studio has grown into two clinic locations across Boulder County, with 12 specialized providers offering care in orthopedics, spine, pelvic health physical therapy, postoperative rehabilitation, and sports medicine.
At Mend, we believe the role of a Physical Therapist extends beyond simply restoring a patient to their prior level of function. Our mission is to educate and empower every client to become an active participant in their long-term health. We strongly believe in the benefits of exercise for all ages, abilities, and diagnoses, and that Physical Therapists are uniquely positioned to guide safe, effective movement.
As Mend has grown, we’ve expanded our services to include personal training and group exercise classes led by physical therapists. These programs are designed to support individuals of all ages and ability levels, including those with complex medical or orthopedic histories, providing evidence-based exercise programming focused on health, performance, and longevity—guided by licensed medical professionals every step of the way.
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