My orthopaedic rate is currently $190 per session for the limited slots and I do not take insurance. Chris helped me figure out why my knee was in so much pain, and gave me exercises not only to support my knee while it healed, but to also help counteract the way my body was compensating for my recent limping.
I was diagnosed with multiple herniated discs in my neck, requiring fusion surgery through the front of my neck and the insertion of hardware and screws. The pain radiating down my arm was debilitating. I was devastated about the prospect of the surgery and the risks and the chances of future problems from it.
I was diagnosed with multiple herniated discs in my neck, requiring fusion surgery through the front of my neck and the insertion of hardware and screws. The pain radiating down my arm was debilitating. I was devastated about the prospect of the surgery and the risks and the chances of future problems from it.
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Dr. Bryan Nichols spent multiple years at work in a typical physical therapy setting. He left his previous position to start Ascend Orthopaedics in 2017 realizing the sacrifices in quality of care would always be a problem if he was working at a typical PT clinic. With the belief that our healthcare treatment should not be something we share with others he started Ascend to provide physical therapy in a way that put the client first.
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Liz Perelstein
Jun 05, 2020
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Dr. Nichols gets the job done without wasting your time with useless exercises. Every exercise is deliberately designed to address your problem. He also very provides self-regulating feedback for when you’re doing too much so there is no guessing. Dr. Nichols is very confident and reassuring which inspires confidence in his patients.
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Richard Console Jr
Jan 07, 2020
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I was diagnosed with multiple herniated discs in my neck, requiring fusion surgery through the front of my neck and the insertion of hardware and screws. The pain radiating down my arm was debilitating.
I was devastated about the prospect of the surgery and the risks and the chances of future problems from it.
I searched for a second opinion. No one was optimistic. Multiple orthopedic surgeons would just wince when they saw my cervical MRI.
The only medical professional that showed any optimism was Chris Keating. He took one look at my MRI and said “I’ve seen worse. We can help you.”
I was devastated about the prospect of the surgery and the risks and the chances of future problems from it.
I searched for a second opinion. No one was optimistic. Multiple orthopedic surgeons would just wince when they saw my cervical MRI.
The only medical professional that showed any optimism was Chris Keating. He took one look at my MRI and said “I’ve seen worse. We can help you.”
Shengyi Huang
Dec 13, 2019
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Dr. Nichols is an amazing PT specialist who listens to you and customize very specialized exercises to you. Prior to seeing him, I had a year of general PT sessions, but my symptoms simply wouldn’t go away. I was still having a lot of pain and a sensation of ants crawling on my arms. Dr. Nichols carefully asked me about its onset and hypothesized that a particular muscle was over worked; and because it was never strengthened by the exercises from my general PT, it got stuck in this vicious loop that never gets better. Combined with dry needling and some particular exercises, the ants crawling
Judy M.
May 02, 2019
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Dr. Keating helped me immensely with knee (and shoulder and feet) pain, all of which I mostly got when I was exercising on my own or trying different classes. He came up with lots of exercises that I was able to do at therapy, home and at the gym for each one of my problem areas. With his knowledge, patience and guidance, all my issues settled down. I continue to do the exercises he recommended because they helped me to become stronger and have better balance which is important especially as I age. I know I am in great hands with Dr. Keating and would seek his help again, as needed, in the future
Frank D.
Oct 06, 2018
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Dr Nichols has been helping me deal with a chronic internal scarring problem that has been causing me significant discomfort for a number of years now. In our sessions, he has been utilizing dry needling and other myofascial release techniques to help break up adhesions and mobilize the soft tissue around it. His efforts have resulted in significant improvement in my symptoms, much more so than I have achieved from working with countless other conventional PT Practices around the Delaware Valley.
Dr Nichols approach to physical therapy has been key for me - his focus on individualized attention
Dr Nichols approach to physical therapy has been key for me - his focus on individualized attention
Charles Foster-Fink
Dec 08, 2017
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I scheduled an evaluation appointment with Dr. Nichols for a lower back and hip issue I've been having for years after being referred by my sister. I have tried many forms of physical therapy prior to my visit with no solution found. Dr. Nichols helped diagnose my problem from the core of the issue and gave me a TON of helpful information to help better understand my pain and discomfort, which I didn't feel I received at previous physical therapists. I really felt like he was there to help, rather than just throw a bunch of exercises at me and say "here, do this". I will be continuing to visit
Kyle Pongan
Oct 28, 2017
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Sophie Fink
Sep 26, 2017
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Dr. Nichols has helped me with long standing back pain. He is thoughtful, patient centered, and holistic in his approach. His model of 1:1 care is unlike any other place you will go. No sharing your therapist while they work with other people. No PT assistants. Dr. Nichols considers the whole picture and makes a huge difference in less time!
Becky Thompson
Sep 17, 2017
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Rachel Simon
Jul 26, 2017
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Dr Nichols is an attentive and knowledgeable physical therapist. He made me feel very comfortable from the moment I set up the appointment, and I could tell that he takes the time and extra effort to get to know his patients and their specific concerns. The visits are problem-focused, never rushed, and very useful in terms of understanding my body. Everyone could benefit from a doctor as caring and invested in his patients.
Aly Goldstein
Jun 04, 2017
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I can't say enough positive things about working with Dr. Nichols. I have had chronic back and neck pain for a few years and have been through the gamut of physical therapists, holistic remedies, massage therapists etc etc. Dr. Nichols was able to target my main problem areas within our first visit and significantly decreased my pain in just one week. He is very knowledgeable, patient and able to answer any question I have regarding my pain. He uses a variety of techniques that I have not seen before and I look forward to continuing to work with him. So glad to have found him!
