Seven months ago, l began seeing Dr Tanaka after an ankle surgery. He appeared as one who could help not only with post-surgery rehab, but more so, correct my bad form and joint loading to prevent future injuries. Although not an athlete (just a grubby construction worker in his 50s), I've had a life of constant preventable injuries from recreation, work and even exercise. All surgeries and most treatments I've received have been joint/soft tissue related. The number of visits I've had with the MRI scanner is sickening; if I ever slide into one again, I'll probably puke in it. During the first several visits of PT, Tyler was very hands-on. After months of being cemented in a boot, he quickly restored my foot and ankle mobility through manual manipulation and a few take-home exercises. With no imaging, Tyler could determine my current state of healing and what we needed to do to promote it. When first attempting to walk, it was impossible to have heel strike, maintain balance, and trust my new rebuild. Then, after Tyler positioned me into some odd but simple positions while lying on my side, I could instantly make strides and actually walk. I don't understand the science behind his 'neurological' methodology, but it's fascinating nonetheless. With no disregard to the recovery plan outlined by my surgeon, Tyler was able to fast-track my healing (and confidence) at least 4-5 weeks ahead of schedule. After these first several sessions of PT, we began working on decades of poor form and breathing- the culprits behind my nonstop injuries. At this point, it seems like I went from Tyler's patient to his student. As he varies exercises, some sessions were an absolute blast, some frustrating and others enjoyable- then to go home and realize I'm not making connections that week. He's always been patient, encouraging and confidently reassuring when the ride has gotten bumpy. Although unable to return to Convergence the last several months, a mindfulness of body position and breath have been developing. Working only with several of Tyler's prescribed exercises (that I'm not very good at), I continue to find more and more periods of relief, and a sensation of lightness from heels and knees, through the SI and lumbar region to the shoulders. Having a ways to go before achieving the strength to autonomously maintain good postural alignment, I'll always be eager to return to Convergence to continue my education. Tyler is elite. A trainer to some and a doctor to others, his service is unique. It's awesome to not be hurriedly booted from the room so the next client can be rushed in. He truly desires strength, injury prevention and healing. Although professional, he can be pretty funny too. It's been really valuable spending time with him and I'm so thankful for this incredible resource.

Convergence physical therapy and performance is a great pt space! Super spacious and clean, with top notch equipment. Everyone from the scheduling CO, Mikki, to the other PT, Tyler, has been so great. They are helpful and welcoming. I started seeing Dr. Mariel Hammond after I fractured my tibia, week 5. My leg feels so much better after working with her. She takes a whole body approach too which I love. Very knowledgeable, attentive and thorough as a provider. I highly recommend Dr Mariel Hammond - I can’t say enough good because she has helped me so much. She knows her stuff! Absolute best :)

Tyler and his team have done a great job writing our volleyball team a lifting program. We have been lifting consistently for about a month now and we're already seeing the results on the court. It is also beneficial that he is a licensed PT, so he knows the movements that will help us succeed.

Dr Mariel is so awesome! She's helped me through many adventures, always impressing me with her skills to get me through whatever crazy injury I manage to find. One in particular was a pinched nerve in my neck which sidelined my health/fitness goals for longer than I care to admit. While a slow journey as pinched nerves usually are, along with her help I'm returning to life and my goals are finally within reach again. And I'm over the moon about it! She has a magical way of meeting me where I am (physically, etc) and guiding my care around my fitness level, goals, and what I can realistically take on between visits. She makes healing, recovery, and improving performance accessible and achievable (no matter what your 'performance' goals are!). She's a rock star! I've not seen Dr Tyler as a patient but have had some chats with him, and he is pretty darn awesome and super knowledgeable! When it comes to add-on bonuses, you won't get any better than Loren. He is also super knowledgeable, inspiring, and so much fun to have as a trainer!

Convergence PT/Sports Performance has a top tier team and facility! I started going there for PT because of long term shoulder issues and have continued with the strength/conditioning to maintain and improve for my sport. There are always good vibes in the building and the practitioners have an excellent understanding of the human body and how to treat it. I injured my back in training and could barely sleep but was able to get scheduled the next morning with Mariel and with that one session got my range of motion almost to 100% and she gave me the tools to keep recovering so that I could return to training ASAP. Convergence is the best!!

I’ve been seeing Tyler for about 3 months and with his 10 session package I’ve had amazing results. When I first came to Tyler I had pain in my lower back during strength training, playing soccer and even just standing at work. Now I am able to perform all the activities I love with no pain and optimal performance to make sure it doesn’t happen again! Tyler differs from any other physical therapists I’ve seen. THE BIGGEST difference is that you will get personalized guidance/therapy, you won’t be put through the same routine every appointment and just do generic exercises. Tyler provided me the tools to optimize the performance of my body so that I didn’t experience pain anymore. He also taught me new techniques to use in terms of weight training and running! I would HIGHLY recommend Convergence Physical Therapy to anyone who truly cares about their physical health.

I can't speak highly enough of the care I received from Convergence Physical Therapy. Mariel and Tyler are extremely knowledgeable and invested in your care and rehab, unlike anything I've experienced in PT before. I have made great progress on a chronic issue that I do not think would have been possible without Mariel's assistance. Her in depth knowledge and holistic approach are refreshing and it is very much worth the price. She will help you understand the “what”, “why” and how to prevent future issues, and not simply mask them for a short period. Highly recommended!

Tyler is a miracle worker! He's helped to improve my 20 years of chronic pain through innovative exercises & hands-on techniques that completely changed the way I think about my physiology. Like any PT, you have to be consistent and do the work.. but it works! He is highly knowledgeable, patient, warm, and trauma-informed. Highly recommend!

I signed up for 10 sessions with Tyler after I had worked with trainers and chiropractors for months without improvement in my patellar tendinitis. He found exercises that were unique to my progress and designed workouts and strength training that fit my fitness goals as a collegiate basketball player. I saw improvements within the first few sessions and have seen lasting results throughout the months that followed. I highly recommend Convergence Physical Therapy.

Hands down the best Physical Therapist in the area. After almost a year of suffering in pain and trying all types of therapies, including other PTs in the area, I was resolved to living with chronic pain and limited mobility. Tyler was able to assess, identify, and treat my issues in the first session in a way that gave me hope for the first time in a long time. I am finally spending days pain free and recovering mobility I haven’t had since before my injury. Honestly, it feels like actual magic. If you are are in pain or suffering from a loss of mobility, seeing Tyler has to be a priority.

I came to Convergence as a senior runner with a lifelong history of knee pain. Tyler evaluated me and developed a treatment plan to strengthen muscles, alter posture and modify/coordinate movement. I am now running pain-free, and am even able to run down hills on my route. I had sought physical therapy about ten years ago for this issue but had not seen benefit from traditional PT exercises and treatment. That therapist felt I should not pursue further running, and so I quit running for another ten years or so. So glad I found Convergence. They work with athletes who are beset by symptoms that haven't prevented them from continuing with their sports, but who would like to find solutions from pain or other problems that prevent their best performance.

Mariel at Convergence is an amazing PT. She's been helping to sort out some chronic overuse knee pain and other posture issues from cycling. Her care, attention, and knowhow have given me a sense that I'm (finally!) on the path to recovery. She was able to diagnose the underlying skeletal and postural problems that gave rise to the pain (turns out your ribs, diaphragm, and pelvis do ultimately connect to your knee 😉)... and has worked with me on several subtle movements to not only relieve the pain, but actually correct my posture on and off the bike. She also volunteered to work with a DO I've been seeing to team up on my case. It's rare to feel this cared for in the professional medical world. But Mariel and the folks at Convergence seem to truly be in it to help people. Cannot recommend them highly enough!

I am so pleased with my experience at Convergence. I was dealing with a wonky shoulder (that's the clinical term, I'm sure) that was making Olympic lifting a tad uncomfortable. Mariel handily diagnosed my issues and set me up with the tools and the stretches I needed to get it back in working order. I am so grateful! My original issue is fixed, and we're now working on keeping the rest of my body in sustainable shape based on both my athletic activities and my daily life requirements. The entire staff is super friendly, and the personally tailored workouts and stretches are top notch. I highly recommend.

Mariel made a significant impact on my dominant arm regaining its range of motion and strength after a scary rollover crash I experienced one foggy morning on the way to work. Someone ran a stop sign into me at 55mph. As a former collegiate runner, and basketball player who has an active career, my ability to move is very important to me. After my arm surgery I was worried that I would never feel like an athlete again. My arm was very much stuck when I got out of my cast. Mariel was very kind and relateable, and very knowledgeable in techniques for treatment, while also being creative in making exercises fun. I am now running, lifting weights, and shooting a basketball again, getting stronger, and am back to fulfilling my career duties. I loved Convergence PT’s facility, as it has a sick gym space. I recommend them with all my heart. The staff is professional and friendly, and is eager to help you get back to where you want to be and beyond. I’m convinced that if I had gone elsewhere, I would have not seen the same great results. Thank you Mariel for helping me in my journey to healing! If you are looking to make a comeback after an injury, no matter how scary, Convergence can help you get there.

Convergence is a top tier physical therapy clinic, and Tyler's depth of knowledge in biomechanics and strength training is incredible. As a fellow physical therapist, I've learned a ton from Tyler. And not only is Tyler a super sharp PT, he's also personable and engaging. Convergence is THE place to go in Eugene for all your physical therapy and sports performance needs.

If you want to heal and start feeling better, this is the place! I had a hamstring injury that caused me chronic pain for 10 years. I had seen several different PT’s over time but no one was able to fully fix the problem. After the first visit at Convergence I knew I was in good hands! It’s taken some time to get better because an injury this long isn’t a quick fix, but I’m healing! My chronic pain has gone way down and I’m able to do things I haven’t been able to do in a very long time! I 100% ewccommend Convergencept!