Professional Massage Therapy

HistoryJames M. Halfpenny, PT, GCS, OCS, COMT, FAAOMPT Board Certified Specialist in Geriatrics, Orthopedics and Orthopedic Manual Therapy Jim grew up in Southern California and graduated from the University of California, Davis in 1985 with a BS in Biology. Jim became a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant in 1989 and graduated from California State University, Long Beach in 1992 with a BS in Physical Therapy. Jim became a board certified Geriatric Clinical Specialist in 1998. Jim completed his Orthopedic Manual Therapy training through level III from the North American Institute of Orthopedic Manual Therapy in 2001. In the summer of 2001, Jim and his family moved to Alaska, and he has been treating patients here in the Eagle River area ever since. Jim has completed both a residency and fellowship program through The Ola Grimsby Institute in Orthopedic Manual Therapy. Like many Alaskans, Jim enjoys hiking, fishing, and hockey.SpecialtiesWe believe you need more than a provider to help you reach your goals. We believe you need a partner. That's why we work closely with you to provide one-to-one care, understand your unique circumstances, and design a customized treatment plan that enables you to achieve your personal goals. Our successful outcomes are just one reason why people recommend our clinic! At our clinic, you will enjoy a therapy experience focused on providing you with the highest level of clinical expertise and personalized care. Our specialty is providing you with one-to-one care that is designed to help you get back to a healthy lifestyle. We offer convenient appointment times and work with most major insurance plans.