Words of Wisdom
×´As a therapist, I believe in the power of healing through knowledge, understanding, and awareness with movement toward change with discovery of imbalance and restrictions. A unique structure of treatment, manual therapy, and education to create desired change. My goal is to support you on your journey towards well-being.×´
About Aja Merrill
Aja is a physical therapist who is dedicated to each of her patients individually and has a unique ability to provide the proper treatment needed to achieve optimal results. She demonstrates excellence in all she does in her professional and personal life. She has a passion for her career that keeps her learning and excelling and is motivated to exceed expectations.
Aja’s deep sentiment towards the profession of physical therapy and sports medicine started at a young age. She understands the importance of a multifaceted approach to healing involving physical, mental, spiritual, and emotional wellness. She believes in a holistic approach to healing while integrating overall health and wellness along with treatment of specific dysfunction, limitations, and pain.
Services
Manual Therapy
Hands-on techniques used to reduce pain, restore mobility and function. Manual techniques to mobilize joints and soft tissues, improve mobility, reduce pain, and enhance overall physical function. Ideal for treating musculoskeletal restrictions and facilitating recovery. Specializing in manual therapy for over 20 years.
Dry Needling
A targeted treatment using fine needles to normalize tissue and the nervous system. For release of myofascial trigger points, relieve muscle tension, reduce pain, and improve mobility and function. This technique is performed by certified therapists with extensive training.
Cupping
A therapeutic technique using suction to increase blood flow, reduce inflammation,improve soft tissue mobility and promote healing in soft tissues. Effective for muscle tension, chronic pain, and mobility issues.
Detailed Evaluation
A comprehensive assessment of your medical history, movement, posture, alignment, and pain patterns to identify the root cause of dysfunction and develop a customized treatment plan.
Individualized Treatment
Each plan is tailored to your specific condition, goals, and lifestyle—ensuring personalized care and better outcomes with one-on-one therapist attention.
Chronic Pain Management
Specialized interventions focused on long-term pain relief, using a combination of manual therapy, education, and movement strategies to restore function, manage daily pain, and improve quality of life.
Pain Management
Evidence-based approaches to alleviate acute, recurrent, and chronic pain, promote healing, and prevent future injury. Focused on your unique needs and recovery goals.
Functional Strengthening
Therapeutic exercise programs that build strength, endurance, and coordination through real-life movements. Designed to restore optimal function for work, sport, or daily activities.
Overall Musculoskeletal Health & Wellness
Preventive and restorative care focused on maintaining joint, muscle, and nerve health. We help you move better, feel stronger, and stay active through personalized strategies that promote long-term physical well
Areas of Treatment
Cervical Spine
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Headaches
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TMJ Dysfunction
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Cervical Radiculopathy
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Cervical Spondylosis
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Cervical herniated disc
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Cervical Spinal Stenosis
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Degenerative disk disease
Lumbar Spine
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Low back pain
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Lumbar Radiculopathy
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Degenerative Disk Disease
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Sciatic pain
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SI joint dysfunction
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
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Posture and Positioning training
Elbow, Wrist and Hand Pain
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
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Golfer’s elbow
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Tennis Elbow
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Dequervain’s Tenosynovitis
Conditions
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Chronic pain
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Acute pain
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Fibromyalgia
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Connective Tissue Disorder/Hypermobility
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Sports Injuries
Shoulder Pain
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Rotator Cuff tear/strain
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Shoulder Impingement
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AC Joint Sprain
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Biceps Tendonitis
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Adhesive Capsulitis
Hip Pain
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Greater Trochanteric Bursitis
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FAI (Femoral Acetabular Impingement)
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Hamstring Strain
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Piriformis Syndrome
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IT band syndrome
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Osteoarthritis
Knee Pain
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Patellar Tendonitis
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Ligament Injuries
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Meniscal Tears
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Osteoarthritis
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Patellar-femoral Pain Syndrome
Ankle/Foot Pain
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Plantar Fascitis
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Achilles tendonitis
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Ankle Sprain
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Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome
Client Feedback
I was referred to Aja by a friend that told me, "Whenever I'm really broken, I go to Aja." I was really broken. I had a bad back injury from a sporting event. Aja was so kind, patient, and genuinely concerned about me. She worked with me for months. When it was clear my injury was beyond therapeutic intervention, she got me in right away with the right neurosurgeon that took good care of me. I went back to Aja for rehab and am now as active and healthy as I've ever been.
Trevor O.
Aja is amazing! She knows how to assess, plan and carry out the best therapy for us. We have had her care for us on 4 different injuries and she has helped us heal and get stronger. Aja in intuitive to what her patients need.
Laurel S.
Aja is an amazing physical therapist who cares deeply about her patients well being and recovery. She has a much higher level of skills than other physical therapist I have seen in the past. She is highly trained in dry needling treatment, which helped me significantly with pain management , as well as muscular and neurological function. I have been to several physical therapist in the past and Aja is definitely the most skilled and trained therapist I have seen to date.
Brian W.