They're living with pain that makes it hard to truly enjoy their favorite activities and time with family and friends. And many are frustrated because they've invested so much time and money on therapies that were supposed to solve the problem but in reality only provided temporary relief. If this sounds like you, then you're in the right place.
The traditional approach to treating pain is NOT working. More than ever people are being forced to rely on pills, injections, surgery, or endless doctor visits just to get through their day. We don't need more therapies - we need a new approach.
The traditional approach to treating pain is NOT working. More than ever people are being forced to rely on pills, injections, surgery, or endless doctor visits just to get through their day. We don't need more therapies - we need a new approach.
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For the past 10 years, Dr. Carl Baird DC, MS has been working with people aged 40+, teaching them how to overcome pain through better movement and increased strength. His educational, strength based approach to medicine has helped 100's of people regain strength and confidence in their body even when all other therapies have failed.
We designed our clinic with one thing in mind.you! We don't operate like traditional healthcare clinics or high-volume exercise studios. We focus on meeting you where you're at, getting to know you as a person, and developing truly customized solutions that will get you more active, healthy, and strong - so you can return to the activities that you love most instead of spending your precious time in the doctor's office.
Building strength is the most important thing you can do for you health. Our Private Personal Training Sessions are your chance to work side-by-side with one of our pain free fitness experts to help build strength, improve health, and maintain your ability to do the things you love. You've got back pain, or are recovering from another injury, and want one-on-one attention to get your strength back properly and safely.
At Evolve Performance Healthcare, our patients are the most important part of the treatment plan. Their hard work and dedication is the 'secret sauce' that keeps adults 40-70 active, strong, and doing what they love - even when nothing else has worked. Read about some of the successes that our clients have had with their programs.
We pride ourselves on taking the time to understand our patients and their concerns. Our focus on long lasting results over temporary pain relief means taking the time to assess and address root causes of joint pain overlooked by most doctors and insurance companies. Learn more about our process to help decide if we are the right place to help you.
Reviews (10)
Edward Hall Iii
Jul 22, 2021
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Love this place! They helped me recover from a car accident at the beginning of the COVID pandemic. I was recommended to go here by my grandmother and it was a excellent experience every time I came, very friendly people, nice dog that greets you at the door, and they do a great job at listening to you about what areas are hurting. I recommend this place for people needing physical therapy.
Bruce Feller
Jun 29, 2021
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My experience with Carl Baird was excellent and very beneficial. I had severe shoulder pain. It hurt when I moved it and when I didn't move it. It was difficult to find a good position to hold it in. My family doctor sent me to Physical Therapy. But I also heard about Evolve and Carl Baird and started seeing him while still going to PT. I quit PT after 3 sessions because Carl's exercise plan was so much more advanced than the PT plan. Carl mapped it out for me, and I began my 10 visit plan. I have completed the plan and I am 95% pain free. The money spent here was far better than the potential
Corinne Rupp
May 16, 2021
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I started seeing Dr. Baird after a car accident. He was the third practitioner I went to for it, and I wish I had started at Evolve instead of waiting until the pain in my leg was keeping me awake and uncomfortable for months! We worked not only on fixing the spinal problems causing the nerve pain, but on strengthening the whole region so the pain would not return. It has been two years, and the pain down my leg has not returned! Plus who can resist a health clinic with a dog. Bandit is my second-favorite part of Evolve!
Sara Goodman
Mar 22, 2021
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I have been a structural massage therapist since 1993. I have had issues with my shoulder and left hip for over 12 years now. I have been to multitudes of physical therapists to help me address my pain issues. I have spent exactly one week in doing the exercises that Dr Baird set out for me and I can't believe the difference in my pain levels already. As well as how differently I am striding with my left leg. It feels much more grounded and seems that it is sequencing correctly. Something I have been working on for years and years! My workout takes less than a half hour. I cannot wait to spend
Tamra Hickok
Nov 18, 2020
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2 years ago I crawled on my hands and knees out of my office, down the hall, out the building and to my husband's car. I was in so much pain from a knee sprain that I couldn't walk. My Dr put me on a pain pill regimen and I had PT appts once every 3 months (not the life I wanted) . My hubby happened past Evolve one day on his way to to boxing. Saw the sign about improving knee pain, grabbed a flyer and the rest was history! First impressions, Doc and his staff are incredibly friendly professionals. I have now been at the clinic since February (despite 4 month interruption due to COVID) and my knee
Erica Dunn
Nov 10, 2020
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I have always been a relatively active person - biking, yoga, barre classes - until I injured my back and spent a year and a half unable to do any of my favorite activities without aggravating the injury. I tried many therapies - massage, chiropractor, acupuncture, and strength training exercises that were supposed to be good for an injured back - but nothing worked. I thought I was going to have reduced mobility for the rest of my life, but luckily a friend recommended Dr. Baird. After 8 weeks with Dr. Baird I was back at my Barre and Yoga classes with no problems! It has been 6 months since my
Linda Bombe
Oct 26, 2020
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Dr. Baird and team are amazing! What I love most is Dr. Baird's philosophy on aging. I went to Dr. Baird for some knee pain and instead of just focusing on adjustments we talked about movement patterns and it was fascinating. I wasn't able to touch my toes when I went in and I always thought it was because of tight hamstrings, with proper movement I am able to bend over and easily touch my toes. I have taken his movement 101 class and also his Strength Mobility classes. Dr Baird is the real deal and is not only knowledgeable but cares so much for his clients. I feel lucky to have found Evolve Performance
Agar Rojas
Oct 04, 2020
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We moved to Costa Rica from Portland, Oregon in July 2020. When we arrived to our rental, I spent two hours, emptying boxes and suitcases, hanging up clothes, twisting and turning, bending over and straightening from suitcase to closet. WHAT a mistake! The next morning, I could hardly stand. I'd developed severe sciatic pain, something I'd never had before. I tried painkillers, ice, heat, etc. Nothing worked. Desperately searching the internet, I came across a free guide of tips and advice on how to ease sciatic pain without painkillers or seeing a doctor. After reading it, I decided I needed to
Karilyn Joy
Jul 30, 2020
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I've only had 1 performance therapy visit with Dr. Baird so far and I'm already 100% confident that by the end of my 8 week program my knee pain will be a thing of the past. What's MORE important to me though is that I'm learning how to change some bad habits that caused the pain in the first place. The chiropractic and manual therapy are just a plus - the real goods are in the strength training that I'm learning! Oh, and have you read his book, "Life Without Limitations"? If not, go get it now. So fascinating.
Teresa Gooley
Dec 26, 2018
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I had issues with my shoulders, including pain when I extended my arms to pick something up and when I was working out with my trainer. My trainer recommended I see a chiropractor and I selected Evolve Performance. Dr. Baird integrated his treatment plan with the personal training I was already engaged in. He also recommended exercises I could do myself to maintain the improvements I achieved at Evolve Performance. Overall, his treatment plan worked perfectly and the shoulder pain is gone. My trainer has noticed improved range of motion in my arm and shoulder movements. As someone in their 60's
