Jim Rivard

Jim Rivard received his bachelor of science in physical therapy from the University of Puget Sound in 1988. He then completed four years of postgraduate residency and fellowship training at the Ola Grimsby Institute (OGI) and a chronic pain management certificate program at McGill University. Jim is the founder of MTI Physical Therapy in Seattle, teaching full-time residency and fellowship programs. Jim is also the program director for the Sports Residency program at MTIPT.

As a certified orthopedic and sports clinical specialist, Jim continues to practice clinically, regularly working with high school and collegiate athletes, as well as professional rugby players (Seattle Seawolves). He has served as a board member and president of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists (AAOMPT). He has also been an instructor and mentor for the OGI for more than 25 years, leading more than 250 courses and conference presentations throughout the United States and internationally in 11 countries.

The coauthor of three textbooks on exercise rehabilitation, Jim is responsible for the development of the STEP (Scientific Therapeutic Exercise Progression) curriculum and has published articles on exercise design and dosage. Jim has been recognized for his clinical skill, receiving the 2016 Clinical Excellence Award from the Washington State Physical Therapy Association, the 2019 John McMillan Mennell Service Award from AAOMPT, and the Hallvard Award from the OGI.