our team
physical therapy serving metro portland

Noel Tenoso

Noel founded Advance Sports and Spine Therapy in 1999. He graduated from Pacific University with a Masters in Science in Physical Therapy in 1988. In 2007 he earned his Doctor in Physical Therapy (DPT) also from Pacific University. He received his Bachelor’s degree from the University of Oregon in 1983.  Although a busy practice owner, he found time to still
further dedicate time to enhancing his knowledge and skills through advanced education.

Noel currently holds the following advancedpost-graduate certifications:

• MDT Certified Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy through McKenzie Institute International
• COMT: Certified Orthopedic Manipulative Therapy through the North American Institute of Orthopeadic Manual Therapy.
• OCS: Orthopedic Certified Specialist through the American Physical Therapy Association
• Astym through Performance Dynamic
• Strong First Kettlebell Certification
• RYT-Registered Yoga Instructor 200 hours

In addition to a busy clinical schedule.  Noel is involved in several committees within the Oregon Physical Therapy Association assisting with the government affairs of the profession.  He also is a certified instructor for ASTYM, teaching many courses every year both locally and nationally to certify other physical therapist and rehabilitation professional in the treatment method.

Jeff Cox

Jeff joined Advance Sports and Spine Therapy in 2012.  He currently practices in both the West Linn and Northwest Portland (Inside Hyatt Training) locations. He is a graduate of Regis University in Denver, Colorado with his Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2003. Jeff is a lifelong learner and after completing his formal Physical Therapy training he has completed multiple post-graduate certifications, most recently completing the McKenzie Institute USA Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy Fellowship program in 2017. Jeff currently holds the following advanced post-graduate certifications:

• MDT: Diploma in Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy
• OCS: Board Certified Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist
• CSCS: Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
• ASTYM Certified Provider through Performance Dynamics
• Functional Movement Screen and Y Balance Test Specialist

Jeff loves working with a diverse patient population in which he can utilize all his skill sets. He utilizes the McKenzie Method of Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy (MDT) to identify the root of the problem in musculoskeletal pain. MDT is a comprehensive philosophy of active patient involvement and education based on sound principles and fundamentals that when applied by a knowledgeable clinician is very successful in allowing the individual to control their pain and stiffness allowing them to get back to the activities that are important in their life. Once out of pain, Jeff incorporates other treatments including manual therapy and functional exercise which complements MDT in not only allowing an individual to recover from an episode of musculoskeletal pain, but help prevent its recurrence.

Megan Cox

Megan has been with Advance Sports and Spine since 2006.  She practices in the Wilsonville location.  She graduated from Regis University earning her Masters in Physical Therapy in 2002 and then a Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2003.  She graduated from Colorado State University with a Bachelors in Exercise and Health Sciences in 2000.  Since graduating,
Megan has continued to pursue further education and certifications in physical therapy.  , vertigo, dizziness and fall prevention.

Megan currently holds the following advanced post-graduate certifications:

• MDT: Certified in Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy through the McKenzie Institute International;
• OCS: Board Certified Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist through the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties;
• ASTYM Certified Provider through Performance Dynamics

Megan stays very active balancing both clinical practice and a busy family life.  Megan has focused her practice primarily on the principles of Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy and aims to educate and empower her patients to “treat their own pain”.  Megan also has a special interest and training in the diagnosis and treatment of vestibular disorders, including concussion.  In addition to clinical practice, Megan has assisted in the education of other physical therapist as a lab assistant for the instruction and certification of ASTYM, assisting with classes both locally and nationally.

Josh Kidd

Josh joined Advance Sports and Spine Therapy in 2008.  He practices in both the Wilsonville and Northwest Portland locations. He graduated with his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Eastern Washington University in 2007. Josh is a lifelong learner and after completing his formal Physical Therapy training he has completed multiple post-graduate certifications. Josh currently holds the following advanced post-graduate certifications:

• MDT: Diploma in Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy
• OCS: Board Certified Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist
• MOMT: Master’s degree in Orthpaedic and Manual Physical Therapy
• FAAOMPT: Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic and Manual Physical Therapy
• CSCS: Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
• ASTYM: Certified Provider through Performance Dynamics
• SFMA: Certified in the Selective Functional Movement Assessment
• FMS: Certified in the Functional Movement Screen and Y Balance Test Specialist

Josh loves working with a diverse patient population in which he can utilize all his skill sets. He would say the McKenzie Method of Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy (MDT) is his tool box and everything else he has learned is a tool within that toolbox. He enjoys identify the “root” issues in an effective and efficient manner and then providing his clients/patients with “tools” in which they can self-treat their condition. He believes proper functional movement is the basis in keeping healthy joints and muscles to prevent injury.

Chris Hughes

Chris has been with Advance Sports and Spine Therapy since 2007.  She graduated from the Pacific University Physical Therapy program in 1984. Chris brings over 30 years’ experience as a Clinical Specialist in Pelvic and Women’s Health. Since graduating, Chris has worked in hospital practices, private practices-both here in Portland and in Boston.

Chris currently holds the following advanced post-graduate certifications:

• MDT: Certified in Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy through the McKenzie Institute International;
• OCS: Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist through the American Physical Therapy Board Physical Therapy Specialties;
• CMPT: Certified Manual Physical Therapist through the North American Institute of Manal Therapy
• ASTYM certified provider through Performance Dynamics
• FMS: Functional Movement Screen through Functional Movement Systems

Chris has been continued to expand in skills and in enthusiasm for her work thru obtaining several advance certifications, teaching community classes, assisting in Women’s Health Certification courses, developing and implementing Movement Screening and Re-education programs in grade and high schools. She served on the board of OOPTSG (Oregon Orthopedic PT Study Group) 1989-1992 whose purpose was to advance the profession thru the provision of Continuing Education.

Chris works with a wide range of patients, including Orthopedic, Sports and Pelvic Health patients.   Over the last several years, she has noted the intimate connection of low back pain, hip pain and pelvic pain.   She finds the clinical skills, compassion and clinical reasoning demanded of her by this patient population to be professionally and personally rewarding.

Joe Oelfke

Joe has been with Advance Sports and Spine Therapy since October 2015 and practices out of the Wilsonville location. He graduated from the Pacific University School of Physical Therapy in 2015 with his Doctorate of Physical Therapy, and graduated from Pacific University in 2012 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science: Integrative Physiology. Since earning his doctorate, Joe has continued pursuing lifelong learning by completing the McKenzie Institute Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Residency Program and earned his Certification in Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy (MDT) and earned his Board Certification as an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS). He has also completed courses in running rehabilitation and performance. Joe has long-term plans to pursue fellowship training in orthopedic and manual physical therapy.

Joe currently holds the following advanced post-graduate certifications:

• MDT: Certification in Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy
• OCS: Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist
• ASTYM: Certified Provider through Performance Dynamic

Joe works with a wide range of patient populations utilizing the principles of MDT and functional exercise to determine the specific source of his patient’s pain, with a goal of facilitating optimal recovery and independent management. He has a special interest in sports rehabilitation, particularly with runners. He utilizes slow-motion video for running gait analysis to assess gait, alignment, and biomechanics with the goal of helping runners recover from and decrease the likelihood of injury. In addition to clinical practice, Joe is adjunct faculty to the Pacific University School of Physical Therapy where he assists in teaching the Human Anatomy and Orthopedics content in the program. He also guest lectures on the use of MDT within patient management.

Outside of the clinic, Joe enjoys all the outdoor activities that Oregon and the Pacific Northwest has to offer. During the summer months you can find him hiking, backpacking, and rock climbing all over the mountains and stand-up paddleboarding on any reasonably warm water he can find. In the winter months he is a dedicated backcountry skier and travels all over the PNW to find the best snow.

Drew Pirttima

Drew joined Advance Sport and Spine Therapy in February of 2017. He practices out of the Wilsonville clinic. He Graduated from Washington State University in 2008 with a B.S. in Kinesiology, and from Pacific University in May 2016 with a Doctorate of Physical Therapy. Drew is currently furthering his education through the McKenzie Institute, with a goal of becoming a certified McKenzie clinician within a year.

Drew works with patients to help reduce pain and restore function. He utilizes the McKenzie method of assessment to diagnose and treat patients, with the goal of patients being able to independently manage symptoms with exercises and techniques learned in clinic. Drew enjoys working with a variety of patients, form high school athletes to patients recovering from a total joint replacement. He believes to truly elicit changes it takes commitment and hard work form the patient and the clinician.

Doug Bennett

Doug joined Advanced Sports and Spine in 2018 and practices at the Wilsonville location. He graduated in 2017 as a Doctor of Physical Therapy from University of St. Augustine in Austin, Texas. Prior to Physical Therapy school, Doug attended Oregon State University and graduated with a Bachelors in Exercise and Sports Science. Doug is dedicated to clinical excellence and continuously improving his physical therapy skill set to best serve his patients. He currently holds the following post-graduate certifications:

• CSCS: Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
• FMS level 1: Certified in Functional Movement Screen

Doug utilizes a combination of manual therapy and functional movements to improve his patient’s conditions. He believes that optimum movement patterns are key in treating and preventing injuries. Doug enjoys treating a wide variety of patients, from helping high school athletes return to their sport to decreasing pain in an aging population so that they can maintain active lifestyles. He is currently working towards becoming Manual Therapy Certified as well as becoming an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist, while also integrating Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy (MDT) methods.

Andi Maleike

Andi joined the Advance Sports and Spine Wilsonville location, after graduating with her Doctor of Physical Therapy from George Fox University in 2018. She received her Bachelors of Science in Exercise Science from Western Oregon University in 2011, where she also played on the women’s basketball team.

She continues to promote a healthy lifestyle by staying active with a variety of outdoor activities including rock climbing and hiking, as well as her passion for nutrition.

Andi enjoys working with a wide variety of patients, including treatment and injury prevention in athletes. She incorporates her knowledge of sports, barre, and weight training into treatment sessions and exercise programs. By utilizing evidence based practice, she gives her patients the highest quality care. She is pursuing a specialty in orthopedics, incorporating Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy into her treatment. Her primary focus with these approaches is to give patients self-efficacy and help them get back to doing what they love. Her objective is to empower and educate patients, giving them the tools needed to reach their goals.

Kate Schriock

Kate joined Advance Sport and Spine West Linn location after graduating with her Doctor of Physical Therapy from Midwestern University. She received her Bachelors of Science in Human Physiology and Psychology from the University of Oregon in 2011, where she also played on the women’s club lacrosse team.

Kate enjoys working with a wide variety of patients, from treatment of vestibular/balance disorders to athletic injuries. She combines manual therapy and exercise to improve functional movements and provide optimal threapy. Kate incorporates her love of running, yoga, weight training, and nutrition into her practice. She is currently working towards becoming a certified manual therapist and a certified vestibular therapist.

Outside of the clinic you can find Kate outside hiking, running, paddle boarding, trying to surf, or enjoying a beer at one of many Oregon breweries.