Birch Tree Physical Therapy and Wellness

Fantastic experience: Sean was super helpful! He was incredibly nice, funny, and made me feel comfortable being there. He explained everything well and made sure that I understood. I would totally recommend going to him!

Fantastic experience: Excellent therapist who who spent time understanding my medical history before launching into a treatment plan. As someone suffering from a paradoxical vocal fold disorder which which inhibited my ability to speak my treatment required someone who understood the anatomy of voice. Each session Sean targeted specific muscles in my neck to release tension which resulted in improved voice quality within a month. Sean is an unusually talented and caring therapist who will remain part of my ongoing treatment team. I highly recommend him.

Fantastic experience: Making an appointment at Birch Tree Wellness was the best decision! I’ve suffered from TMJ disorder and jaw pain with headaches for years. After years of my dentist telling me that Botox and night guards were the only treatment options, I decided to give physical therapy a chance. Sean made sure I not only felt better through treatment, but also understood how to self-treat and do preventative care at home. After a few sessions, my jaw pain has lessened and my headaches have gone away, but more importantly I feel confident that I can self-treat without relying on medications and doctor appointments. I’ll continue to refer friends here, because having a good PT is life-changing!

Fantastic experience: I have a TMJ disorder and chronic jaw pain that was preventing me from living a full life. Sean stands out as a PT because he takes the time to teach me how to care for myself, empowering me and reassuring me that I don’t need to be dependent on medical providers for the rest of my life. He also tailors your care to your needs, priorities, and goals. I am a singer and it really helps that Sean is also a musician who understands what rehearsals demand from me so we could create a plan to prepare and recover from it rather than give up on being a singer. Then, the rest of the session he does myofascial release, which helps a lot. Now, I can do myofascial release for myself too! Thank you Sean!

Fantastic experience: Sean is great. Takes time & explain everything. I have had years of back pain & feel much better. He also helped me know what to do when I have a flare up.

Fantastic experience: Sean is an outstanding therapist and advocate for his patients!!! Even when no other doctor could help, he stepped up and was patient with me and his massage therapies were extremely helpful. His bedside manner was always professional, kind, and empathetic and he is very knowledgeable. I would definitely return to see him and recommend him highly to family and friends!!!

Fantastic experience: Sean is an excellent PT but also an excellent educator. He not only helped me with specific pain but taught me how to think about it and manage it myself. When I wake up with something bothering me, I am less fearful and less discouraged, and I feel like I have tools that I know how to use to alleviate and manage my pain. Also, he's very available for questions and concerns. Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: For many years, I have had ongoing back, neck, and hand issues related to my work as a musician. I worried that I would not only have to give up performing, but that I might have to give up playing music entirely. Over time, I've tried to address this problem with a LOT of chiropractic care, massage therapy, and acupuncture, along with many other tools. These mostly helped to alleviate my symptoms but didn't really address the root causes. Sean at Birch Tree Wellness helped me tremendously with rehabilitating the affected muscle groups and developing better posture/habits. Our sessions have not only helped to mitigate my symptoms, but also to address the root causes that create those symptoms in the first place. The reduction in chronic pain has made for a tremendous improvement to my quality of life. It's also saving me a lot of money because I don't need nearly as much chiropractic care or massage therapy. I highly recommend Birch Tree Physical Therapy and Wellness!

Fantastic experience: Sean is an EXCELLENT PT. My daughter suffers from TMJ/TMD and since she’s been going to him for PT she’s been able to have great relief. The results that she has after PT with Sean is AMAZING. He has taken care to ask questions about her progress between sessions, makes sure that she is comfortable and at ease during PT, lets us ask as many questions as we want afterwards and gives her her a plan of care for at home. We are REALLY pleased that we found BirchTree Physical Therapy and Wellness!!!

Fantastic experience: Sean is absolutely amazing! My 13yo daughter was referred to him by another provider. During the initial consultation, I could tell that he genuinely wanted to help my daughter feel better. Meeting with him for the first time put me at ease and gave my daughter and me hope. Sean took the time to explain everything to us in a way that made sense to both an adult and a teen. He’s so kind, attentive, and helpful! Plus, he has a healthy sense of humor and is an excellent listener. I highly recommend him!

Fantastic experience: If you are looking for a new physical therapist or trying physical therapy out for the first time, I HIGHLY recommend Sean at Birch Tree. Sean has been incredibly knowledgeable, attentive, and helpful towards my recovery and I now have an increased level of body awareness as well as life-long tools and resources thanks to all the training and education Sean has provided to me. Sean genuinely cares about your wellbeing and makes sure you have all the tools you need to heal and move forward in life even after your sessions are over. I felt 100% comfortable and confident in all my sessions with Sean and I could not recommend someone else more!!

Fantastic experience: I highly recommend Sean and Birch Tree PT due to his approach and high level of knowledge about the physical body and how it works. He first explains why you may be having muscular pain, and shows you computerized images to help you understand the make-up of the body. He works with you to alleviate the pain and gives you exercises to do at home to assist with your recovery. I needed help with a hand injury and neck pain/range of motion and he helped me with both. In addition, his space is very soothing and comfortable, and it truly was one of the best experiences I've had with a PT professional! Again, I strongly recommend Sean for your physical therapy needs.

Fantastic experience: Sean has been treating my vertigo episodes for over 18 months now and has successfully and dramatically reduced their severity and frequency by outstanding hands-on therapy as well as prescribed exercises and behavioral advice. An excellent listener!

Fantastic experience: Shawn is so knowledgeable, nice, and caring! Couldn't of asked for a better PT. He's helped me with such great tips that I still use until this day for pain relief and for jaw relaxation exercises. It really is so important to find someone who can not only help in your actual session but outside of it for you to have pain relief and to function in your day to day life, which is the most important part. Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: Sean is an awesome PT. He helped me really understand my injury and worked with me to build my awareness around what my body needs to start to heal. After a couple of sessions with him, I was able to heal my shoulder injury and get back into weight lifting again. Sean is super easy to talk to and you can tell he clearly loves his job. Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: Sean is absolutely wonderful! I have been seeing him for headaches and neck pain for about a month and a half. I truly feel like he gave me my life back. I was consistently left in bed in pain at least 3 days a week prior to treatment, and now I have trouble remembering the last time I had a headache or severe neck pain. He was also great in explaining to me why the pain was occurring, there were so many contributing factors I had not even thought of. Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: Sean is 100% committed to what he does. He helped me heal from several injuries. He was able to identify my issues quickly and help me understand what was going on with my body. He is approachable, extremely knowledgeable, and completely focused on helping you heal. The best!

Fantastic experience: Sean has been great to work with. I've suffered from TMJ pain on and off for many years and Sean is the first PT I've met with that really spent time and effort to pinpoint my pain and provide helpful techniques to reduce the issues. He explained in great detail the anatomy of muscle and ligaments of the head and neck (and how they connect to tmj pain), ways to target trigger points through self massage and stretching, breathing techniques, posture practice, and stress reduction. He also provided recommendations for devices like foam rollers and night guards that can aid in reducing pain. I would happily recommend Sean to anyone who is suffering from TMJ and wants to create a pain management routine.

Fantastic experience: I had debilitating back pain for about 3 months after injuring it. I finally got on prednisone that helped a lot but wasn’t totally better. After ONE session I felt pretty much complete relief. What I love most about my experience besides the improvement is Sean is so knowledgeable about trigger points and explaining the anatomy and why pain is being felt where it is felt. I’ve already recommended him to several people.

Fantastic experience: Sean McComiskey at Birch Tree is the best physical therapist I have met in my life!! He is professional, friendly, well educated, and most importantly a wonderful and kind human being. My body already feels so much better only after a few visits with him. He is also great at educating his patients about proper posture, how to sit in front of a computer, how to sleep in order to minimize their pain, and how to stay in optimal health overall. I love the exercises and stretches he teaches me as they are so effective and easy to do. The high tech pictures and rotations of the human body he shows me in order to help me understand the muscles causing my pain really help me find my trigger points so I can massage them at home on my own. His initial evaluation was very thorough and he really took the time to understand my history, pain, and current problematic painful areas. His office is serene and relaxing. I love the heated massage table in conjunction with the lovely relaxing music he plays. I highly recommend him. Do not hesitate to call him or schedule an initial consultation. A++

Fantastic experience: As a musician, I am so lucky to have found Sean as my physical therapist. He watched me play my accordion and was immediately able to pinpoint the major issues causing my pain, mostly related to poor posture while playing and the weight of the instrument. Just after a few sessions with him, my body already feels so much better. I feel like flying after sessions with him. I was referred to him by another musician friend, who raved about Sean's work. I am so glad I listened and scheduled an appt. with Sean. If you are a musician, do not hesitate to call him. He will bring back the joy you get from playing music by eliminating all pains in your body.

Fantastic experience: It is fantastic to be working with another musician who is also an expert in physical therapy. I am 100% grateful that Sean helped me get back to the clarinet after I found myself with a torn ligament in my thumb. I have been to another therapist, and that person was good, but Sean really seems to understand what I need as a musician.

Fantastic experience: Sean’s very helpful and informative. I started PT hoping to ease my back pain, and now it’s feeling better than ever but he’s also shown me skills to help my whole body feel better. We usually start the sessions talking over what areas are more troublesome and he would explain stretches/workouts that help relieve the tension in that area, and then massages the areas very effectively. His online schedule also makes it very convenient to get appointments quickly. Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: I can’t believe how quickly Sean helped me get to the root of what was causing the shoulder and arm pain I had struggled with on and off for several years. I only wish I had made the decision to go to him sooner. His tweaks to my posture and suggestions for stretches and small lifestyle changes made such a difference; I am almost completely pain free after two months.

Fantastic experience: I'm joining the list of professional musicians that have sought help from Sean. I was experiencing debilitating pain in both of my hands that was not responding to treatment by physicians and other physical therapists. Within two weeks the pain was gone and more importantly, I know how to remedy at home during flare ups. I also have a greater understanding of what caused the pain in the first place and know to watch out for repetitive movements that can cause problems. I found Sean to be professional, warm, sympathetic and very understanding. He outlined a clear course of treatment and gave me directions for what to do at home. I am so thankful and highly recommend him as a physical therapist.

Fantastic experience: Sean at Birch Tree Physical Therapy is a lifesaver. His gentle approach is miraculous and so effective. He has helped me with pain relief in my neck, shoulders, knee, and low back. I love the exercises he teaches me at every visit. He also educates me, so I can understand why the pain happens and how to manage it on daily basis. Since I have started seeing Sean, I have had many good days and my body feels terrific. I strongly recommend Sean. If you have any pains and aches in your body, schedule an appt. with Sean, you will not regret it!!

Fantastic experience: Sean is AMAZING!!! Within in 3 appointments I had relief from lower back pain that I had been dealing with for over two years. Sean is warm, very clear and very helpful. His methods are all easy to do on your own and don't require you buying a million different tools to deal with. Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: I had a very positive experience with Sean and would highly recommend his practice to anyone in need of physical therapy, especially musicians. I really appreciated the 1:1 care that Sean provided in our sessions and the stretches and posture exercises that he gave me to practice on my own have worked wonders. I am a cellist and have been dealing with shoulder pain in my bowing arm for a very long time but after working with Sean my shoulder feels better than it has felt for years. Thank you Sean!

Fantastic experience: Sean is a wonderful physical therapist. He works not only with his hands but also with his heart. He has helped me improve my low back and arm pain so much. As a musician, he has been such a tremendous support keeping my body in shape so I can enjoy playing at my gigs pain free. Since I have started seeing him (only a month ago), I have had tremendous improvement in my pain level and intensity. Thank you Sean, you are amazing. Strongly recommended. A+++++

Fantastic experience: As a new mom, I was experiencing pain from a sudden onset of jaw clenching. Another clinician recommended Sean at Birch Tree Physical Therapy and I'm so glad they did! I feel better, but more importantly, Sean gave me the tools to help heal myself when jaw pain and tension increases. Sean is knowledge, kind, and patient. His practice is peaceful, clean, and welcoming. I love being able to book online and he takes my insurance which is great. I've already recommended his practice to others. Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: Sean is such a fantastic physical therapist as well as a wonderful, caring human being. As a fellow musician, he understands the needs of a musician. He listens to your comments, alters treatment as necessary, and genuinely wants you to leave better than you came in. I recommend Sean 100%.

Fantastic experience: I was diagnosed with chronic migraines a few years ago. I had PT experience that were helpful, but weren't tailored as closely to my needs as Sean's methods. He listened closely to any small symptom or issue I had noticed and taught me how that could effect my migraines. Sean was always understanding and easy to talk to and a big bonus is that I was not splitting his attention with any other patients so my time was respected. I would highly recommend Sean for any PT needs!

Fantastic experience: I met Sean the physical therapist through a mutual friend and musician. I didn't realize that my arm pain, golf elbow in one arm and tennis elbow in the other, was a result of repetitive motion injury from playing my guitar. As both a musician and physical therapist, Sean understood my issues and provided me physical therapy and taught me how to manage my injury without having to give up musical practice time.

Fantastic experience: Sean is an incredible physical therapist and person. I’ve already recommended him to a handful of my close friends who deal with TMJ/migraine issues. Sean has been a pivotal player in my success at managing my TMJ and migraine pain. Not only has he taught me the skills to pinpoint my trigger points and trouble areas, he also has helped me redirect my attitude towards my pain in general. He is an incredible listener, gentle, intuitive, has great bedside manners, and creates a calm and welcoming environment to encourage healing. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!! Call him now!!! Don’t look back!!!

Fantastic experience: Sean worked with me during the last months of my second pregnancy as I struggled with back and hip pain. With Sean’s assistance, I was able to continue to lift my toddler throughout my pregnancy and to stay active. He is supportive, personable, and is able to adapt exercises to his client’s particular needs. Sean also took time to really explain what was causing my pain, how he was addressing it, and why that method worked. If you need a physical therapist, I highly recommend Sean and Birch Tree Physical Therapy!

Fantastic experience: The best Physical Therapy experience I have ever had. Sean is extremely knowledgeable and takes the time to educate you about what’s going on inside your body. He makes the experience about so much more than just your muscles, he helps you become self-aware and mindful—ultimately improving stress management and overall well-being. He does not make you feel dependent on his service, but instead he teaches you how to manage your pain on your own even once you leave. 100000000% recommend!!!

Fantastic experience: Sean is a fantastic PT. He's really easy to talk to and takes the time to help me understand what's going on in my body. The visuals he uses are especially helpful to understand how areas of my body interact and what the different stretches and exercises do. I always leave appointments feeling pain-free and relaxed, but it doesn't stop there - Sean has taught me about proper posture, how to set up my computer area, and suggested things like a pillow that really improved my neck pain. He's kind and attentive and it's obvious he's really passionate about helping people feel their best. Highly recommend.

Fantastic experience: Sean has really helped me improve my hand function after surgery. I drive an hour to his clinic because it is worth it to me. His musician background really helps in developing appropriate exercises and understanding my limitations. Covid precautions are in force here for everyone's safety.

Fantastic experience: Sean provided highly effective treatment for my adolescent daughter as she recovered from an injured hand, giving her confidence and agency over her treatment plan and also imparting great tips for her overall strength and joint health that will help her for years to come. His style of patient engagement is direct, responsive, and compassionate.

Fantastic experience: Sean was great - down to earth and super knowledgeable. We were able to identify the exact location/muscle that my knee pain was originating from and he provided some strategies to strengthen and manage my knee issue. Went to a different doctor a few years back who didn't help at all, and one session with Sean was all I needed to understand my muscle pain and manage it. Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: Sean did a great job tailoring a program to fit my needs. As a fellow musician, he’s extremely familiar with musicians’ overuse problems. He also recommended useful equipment. I’ll definitely see him next time I have a problem - the one we addressed is well under control, after years of failed previous therapy. Highly recommended!

Fantastic experience: I would highly recommend Sean to anyone. The one on one experience is excellent. He listens carefully and explains treatment in terms I can easily understand and apply at home. He uses all available tools and technology to help me visualize my muscles and tendons. I am a professional musician and I am lucky to have found a PT who understands performing artist injuries. He is very friendly and personable and goes to great lengths to provide a clean and safe environment in this time of Covid. I am always satisfactorily shot after his sessions :)

Fantastic experience: As a longtime stroke survivor I’ve had a significant amount of both inpatient and outpatient physical therapy. To that end I’ve been seeing Sean at Birch Tree PT and Wellness twice weekly since mid-November. Given my physical condition, ongoing therapy is less about improvement and more about maintenance of my existing condition. In that regard I have been more than pleased with our sessions and surpassing my workout and conditioning goals. I couldn’t be more pleased with Sean as a PT and recommend him highly. And, as anyone who has had lots of PT knows is important, it’s a plus that he’s an interesting engaging person as well. Highly recommended!

Fantastic experience: Excellent! Sean M. is a hands-on professional-highly skilled and knowledgeable. My surgeon was impressed with how quickly I was back on my feet, fully functional, with no pain. Sean’s approach was methodical and targeted and I saw progress from week to week. And, he’s a pleasure to work with; warm, personable and patient.

Fantastic experience: Sean is an awesome PT and I would not hesitate to recommend Birch Tree to anyone I know! It's a friendly, welcoming practice. Sean did a great job explaining the causes of my pain and continually adapted treatment based on my weekly progress. Sean gave me a toolkit that I will carry with me to address new or recurring problems as they arise. Immensely grateful for such a positive experience!

Fantastic experience: Sean is an amazing PT and especially knowledgeable about jaw/mouth issues. He took a lot of time to really talk through my wife’s problems so that he could come up with an appropriate care plan. He worked carefully with her to make sure she was receiving maximum benefits and showed me the appropriate exercises to do at home. He also checked up on her between sessions and even made home visits because it is difficult for her to travel.

Fantastic experience: My experience with Sean has been nothing but positive! From his musical background and PT competency, to his flexible and caring personality, he is arguably the most effective physiotherapist I have worked with. As a professional touring musician, I understand that repetitive stress injuries are difficult to avoid. However, Sean has given me hope that with proper self care, I can manage and minimize any pain and discomfort. I would highly recommend Sean to any musicians or athletes who experience pain doing with their craft/sport...as we all know the show must go on ! Thank you Sean!

Fantastic experience: At our request, Sean came to our music festival in Toronto and gave us some incredible knowledge on repetitive strain therapy that was focused on musicians. The class was very well attended and Sean's presentation was concise, relevant, compelling, very helpful and easy to follow. His depth of knowledge is impressive and his relaxed and confident presenting skills made the workshop a positive and wonderful experience. I highly recommend Sean for this kind of event – I would expect that Birch Tree Physical Therapy and Wellness will do very well, indeed! Thank you, Sean!!

Fantastic experience: I started seeing Sean for chronic shoulder pain a few months ago. My pain was aggravated by playing cello and I was at a point where I couldn't really play and was in pain all the time. I am now working on playing in small increments and my pain is no longer constant! Sean is not only a skilled physical therapist, he is also a great listener. He cares about his clients and tailors his treatments to their needs.

Fantastic experience: I went to see Sean for chronic foot pain following surgery to my foot. It had been nearly a year since my surgery and I couldn't go more than a few blocks without pain. I had been a runner and a hiker and have two small kids I like to run around with, so I was feeling pretty low. I went to Sean for several months and now, nearly two years out from my surgery, my foot gives me zero problems. Sean adjusts his treatment to your needs and capabilities, he's very knowledgable, and he's a lovely person who clearly cares for his patients. Highly recommend.