Serving the Community Since 2008
One-on-One Physical Therapy for Pain Relief
Natural Solutions to Get You Back to Normal

First Visit
in 24-48 Hours

Private
Treatment Rooms

Most
Insurance Accepted

Welcome to Catamount Physical Therapy
in South Burlington, VT

We are committed to promoting a healthy, vibrant lifestyle to our patients by improving their overall physical health, fitness and quality of life.

Our highly trained physical therapists use their hands-on skills and knowledge to restore function and reduce pain.

Dedicated to recovery and Healing

Did You Know Not All Physical Therapy is the Same?

We’ll Listen to You

We Provide Thorough Initial Evaluations

You'll Receive a Custom Treatment Plan

Each Patient is Different so You get a Personal Plan of Care

We'll Empower You to Heal

Understand What’s Causing Your Pain & How to Recover Your Strength & Mobility

You'll Learn How to Stay Healthy

We can Transition You to a Safe & Effective Fitness Program

Getting Started is Fast & Easy


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Today

Schedule
Your 1st Appointment

Come In & Meet
with Your Therapist

Experience What Truly Personalized Care is Like

Call Today
(802) 864-0015
The Catamount Team We have extensive backgrounds in all orthopedic treatment...
for hips, knees and ankles, as well as treating other chronic pains and injuries!
  • Physical Therapy South Burlington VT

    Shaun O'Connor

    PT, DPT, CCTT

    Dr. Shaun O'Connor is a Diplomat of the Physical Therapy Board of Craniofacial and Cervical Therapeutics (PTBCCT). He is among only a handful of Board Certified Cervical and Temporomandibular Therapists in New England.

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  • Conditions We Treat

    We’ve successfully treated discomfort in almost every area of the human body.

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    Expert Services We Provide

    Our Patients Are Feeling Great!
    • I am not sure that I would still be able to do a lot of what I do on a day to day basis if it weren't for Shaun assisting me moving and functioning. I am forever grateful for what he is able to do for me and would recommend him to anyone for all their physical therapy needs.

      Debbie

    • Shaun O'Connor, PT, CCTT, is brilliant at not only his specialties (Orofacial, TMJ, headaches), but orthopedic physical therapy as a whole. I highly recommend him for anyone who is seeking physical therapy services in the Burlington, Vermont area!

      Kayla H

    We are In-Network with Most Insurance Plans

    No Referral No Problem
    We Can See Patients Without a Physician’s Referral


    If you don’t see your plan listed, please call us at (802) 864-0015. We make every effort to verify your insurance benefits before your first visit with us.

    Experience What Truly Personalized Care is Like

    Call Today
    (802) 864-0015
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    The Recovery Process

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      March 20, 2024
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    • Different Strategies for Peak Performance and Injury Prevention

      March 13, 2024
      As physical therapists, we often help patients transition from a sports injury back to competitive participation. We’re often asked about warming up to prevent injuries. Traditionally, dynamic warm-ups, as the latest research suggests, significantly enhan…

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    • Radiating Headaches From The Neck: How Physical Therapy Can Help

      March 6, 2024
      Headaches can be more than just a nuisance; for many, they are a debilitating part of daily life. However, there's good news for those suffering from cervicogenic headaches, a type of headache originating from the neck. Recent studies have shown that phys…

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    • Back to Basics: Understanding and Tackling Lower Back Pain

      February 28, 2024
      Lower back pain is like that uninvited guest at a party—it shows up unexpectedly and can be a real pain to deal with! But did you know that not all back pains are the same? They come in different types, each with its own level of "ouch" and ways to get be…

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    • Muscle Strengthening with Physical Therapist Guidance

      February 21, 2024
      Physical therapist-directed resistance training (RT) isn't just about building muscles. RT, as a muscle-strengthening exercise, has been proven to not only improve your ability to perform daily activities with greater ease, it can also si…

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