Michele Shivack is a licensed physical therapist, athletic trainer and certified manual therapist. She has a Bachelor of Science in both Physical Therapy and Athletic Training from Hunter College in NYC, as well as completing a Fellowship in Sports Medicine at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. She holds certifications in Orthopedic Manual Therapy, as a Strength and Conditioning Specialist, and as a Functional Movement Specialist.

She has a strong background and passion for general orthopedics, sports medicine and surgical rehabilitation of the shoulder, hip, knee, ankle and spine. She has a special interest in manual therapy and movement re-education. Her philosophy is to provide hands-on treatment, restore normal functional movements and injury re-education to help patients achieve their goals.

Michele has worked with professional soccer players from the Portland Timbers, and with the Portland Pigs Women’s and Men’s rugby clubs. She has extensive experience helping both the recreational and serious athletes achieve their goals whether it’s returning to a sport or a healthy lifestyle.

In her free time, Michele enjoys cycling, hiking, swimming, yoga, running, and spending time with family and friends.