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  • Heather Shaughnessy, PT, DPT, Director

    Treating Clinic: Broomfield
    Heather was born and raised in Lacey, WA. Heather received a Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science from Gonzaga University in Spokane, WA. She then earned her Doctorate of Physical therapy from Regis University in 2009.

    Heather grew up swimming and playing volleyball. She also spends her time outside of the clinic doing triathlons, crossfit, hiking, and backpacking. Heather has completed one marathon and one Ironman, as well as many shorter distance running races and triathlons. Heather is passionate about helping her patients reach their goals and return to the activities they enjoy.

    Continuing Education and Certifications

    • Kinetacore Functional Dry Needling Level 1, Level 2, Functional Therapeutics
    • Selective Functional Movement Assessment
  • Interests

    Heather has experience working with all ages, from pediatrics to geriatrics, and has also worked with a wide array of diagnoses. She has a specific interest in working with athletic populations, particularly with CroffFit athletes, but also with other orthopedic and sports related injuries. She utilizes many manual techniques coupled with specific exercises to help her patients return to participating in the activities they love.
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    Favorites

    Color: Purple
    Movie: The Green Mile or Forrest Gump
    TV Show: The Office
    Book: The Broken Earth trilogy by N.K. Jemison
    Sports Teams: I don't watch sports
    Vacation: backpacking anywhere in the mountains with my husband
    Food: Candy, baked goods, sweets
    Hobbies: CrossFit, fly fishing, hiking, swimming, and about a million more
    ​Superpower: ​Flight
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    Patient Education Resources:

    Side Plank
    Snatch lifting mechanics
    Rotator Cuff Anatomy
    squat mechanics
    Agua, eau, wasser...water!
    these boots weren't made for walking
    Pop a Squat
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  • COVID-19
  • Locations
    • All Locations
    • Boulder
    • Broomfield
    • Englewood
    • Lafayette
    • Longmont
    • Wheat Ridge
  • For Patients
    • Schedule an Appointment
    • Friends and Family Program
    • Patient Paperwork
    • Body Part Questionnaire
    • Am I Covered?
    • Your First Visit
    • Why Physical Therapy?
    • Injury Finder
    • Services
    • FAQ
  • Physical Therapists
  • Reviews
    • Review Boulder
    • Review Broomfield
    • Review Englewood
    • Review Lafayette
    • Review Longmont
    • Review Wheat Ridge
  • PT Pearls
  • Pay Online
  • Wellness Warehouse