One-on-one care · no tech substitutes

Salem's PT for real recovery.

Jason Gough DPT has practiced orthopedic physical therapy in Salem for over 15 years — combining hands-on manual therapy with targeted exercise to get you out of pain and back to moving well. No rotating strangers, no one-size plans.

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Pain Solutions Physical Therapy clinic at 2416 13th St SE, Suite B, Salem, Oregon 2416 13th St SE · Suite B · Salem
15+Years of PT practice
DPTDoctor of Physical Therapy
1-on-1You see Jason, every visit
Hands-onManual therapy + targeted exercise
Salem13th St SE, Suite B, OR 97302
Your therapist

One PT.
Your full attention.

Pain Solutions PT is built around a simple idea: you deserve to see the same experienced therapist every single visit. Jason Gough DPT handles your intake, your treatment, and your discharge plan — not a technician, not an aide, not someone you've never met.

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Jason Gough · DPT
Owner · lead therapist

Jason Gough DPT

Doctor of Physical Therapy · owner

Jason graduated from Pacific University of Oregon's Doctor of Physical Therapy program in 2009 and has spent his career focused on orthopedic physical therapy — the kind that is hands-on, exercise-forward, and honest about what will actually help. He opened Pain Solutions PT to offer Salem patients the one thing most busy PT clinics cannot: genuine one-on-one time with the same therapist, every visit.

Education
D.P.T., Pacific University of Oregon (2009)
Areas of focus
  • Orthopedic & musculoskeletal conditions
  • Work injuries & job-site rehab
  • Motor vehicle accident recovery
  • Myofascial trigger point release
  • Spine, disc & nerve-related pain
  • Chronic pain management
Why patients choose us

The Pain Solutions difference.

Hands first
Manual therapy is the core of what we do. Jason evaluates you personally and treats the actual source of pain — not just the symptom — using skilled hands-on techniques.
Listen first
Your first appointment begins with a real conversation. What hurts, when it started, what you have already tried, and what you actually need to get back to doing. No rushing.
Honest prognosis
After your exam you leave with a clear, specific plan. We will tell you how many visits to expect and what progress should look like — no open-ended 24-visit packages.
One patient at a time
You are not triaged through a gym full of stim machines. Every session is private, focused, and with Jason — the same person who took your history and built your plan.
What brings people in

Conditions we treat every week.

Most people who walk in are not physical therapy regulars. They are warehouse workers who tweaked their back, teachers whose knees gave out mid-semester, and drivers still sore months after a fender-bender. We see all of it.

No. 01

Lower back pain

From sitting-all-day stiffness to acute disc flare-ups and sacroiliac dysfunction. Often relieved meaningfully in two to four visits.

No. 02

Neck pain & stiffness

Forward-head posture from screen work, post-MVA whiplash, and cervical joint dysfunction that feeds into shoulder tension and headaches.

No. 03

Work injuries

Industrial and office-setting injuries — repetitive strain, lifting injuries, ergonomic breakdowns. We communicate with L&I and your employer as needed.

No. 04

Motor vehicle accidents

Whiplash, soft-tissue injuries, and post-collision pain that did not show on imaging. We document thoroughly and coordinate with your attorney or adjuster.

No. 05

Myofascial trigger points

Stubborn knots in muscle tissue that cause local pain and referred patterns. Manual release work Jason does by hand — no dry-needling required for most cases.

No. 06

Spine & nerve pain

Disc-related radiculopathy, sciatica, and nerve entrapment presenting as arm or leg pain, tingling, or numbness. We treat the source, not just the extremity.

No. 07

Chronic pain

Long-standing musculoskeletal pain that has not responded to rest alone. Graded exposure, manual therapy, and corrective exercise are the toolkit.

No. 08

Shoulder pain

Rotator cuff irritation, impingement, and frozen shoulder. Often connected to thoracic mobility or cervical nerve-root involvement we can address directly.

No. 09

Hip & knee pain

SI joint dysfunction, IT band syndrome, patellofemoral pain. Hip and pelvis biomechanics often drive knee symptoms — we treat the actual origin.

No. 10

Headaches

Cervicogenic headaches (those driven by neck dysfunction) respond well to upper-cervical joint mobilization and suboccipital soft-tissue work.

No. 11

Post-surgical rehab

Following a surgeon's protocol to restore range of motion, strength, and function after spinal, joint-replacement, or orthopedic surgery.

No. 12

Wrist & elbow pain

Carpal tunnel, lateral epicondylitis, and overuse strain in the forearm and hand — common in tradespeople, office workers, and musicians.

Treatment approach

Hands first.
Exercise when it actually fits.

Every patient gets a thorough exam, honest listening, and a plan that makes sense for their life. The tools below are Jason's kit — drawn from as needed, never applied by protocol.

Tool · 01

Manual therapy

Joint mobilization, soft-tissue manipulation, and skilled hands-on techniques applied directly to the structures that are restricting movement or generating pain. This is the foundation.

Tool · 02

Myofascial release

Sustained pressure into myofascial connective tissue to eliminate trigger points and restore motion. Particularly effective for chronic muscular pain patterns that have not responded to stretching alone.

Tool · 03

Therapeutic exercise

Specific, progressive exercises matched to your anatomy and your deficit — not a generic handout. We focus on building strength and motor patterns that hold up outside the clinic.

Tool · 04

Neuromuscular re-education

Retraining how your nervous system recruits muscles around an injured or painful joint. Common after surgery, after MVA, and in chronic pain cases where the movement pattern itself has changed.

Tool · 05

Functional movement training

Restoring the real-world movements that matter to you: bending to lift, reaching overhead, walking without a limp. We design rehab around your job, your sport, or your daily life.

Tool · 06

Work hardening / job-site rehab

For workers' compensation and L&I cases: a progressive program that rebuilds the specific demands of your job. Includes documentation and communication with your claims manager or employer.

Tool · 07

Home exercise program

A short, specific program you can actually do — designed for your kitchen, your lunch break, or your gym routine. Three targeted exercises you will do beats fifteen you will not.

"Getting you out of pain is step one. Keeping you out is the actual goal."

— Jason Gough DPT, Pain Solutions PT
Pain Solutions PT treatment room
Hands-on manual therapy at Pain Solutions PT
Pain Solutions Physical Therapy clinic, Salem Oregon
First visit

What to expect on your first appointment.

No mystery, no pressure, no hidden protocols. Here is exactly what happens from the moment you walk in.

  1. 1

    Intake paperwork (10–15 min)

    Bring a photo ID and your insurance card. You can arrive a few minutes early to fill out intake forms, or call ahead and we can email them to you.

  2. 2

    Conversation with Jason (20 min)

    Jason sits with you. What hurts, when it started, how it affects your day, what you have already tried. He listens before he evaluates.

  3. 3

    Physical examination

    Orthopedic and neurological tests, range of motion assessment, and hands-on evaluation of the specific structures involved. If imaging is needed, Jason will tell you why.

  4. 4

    Clear plan & honest timeline

    You leave the first appointment knowing what is wrong, what the treatment plan looks like, and a realistic answer to "how long will this take." No surprises on visit two.

  5. 5

    First treatment (same visit, if ready)

    Most new patients begin treatment on the same day as their evaluation. If your case needs imaging or a referral first, Jason will tell you that clearly and next steps will be set before you leave.

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Jason Gough DPT welcoming a new patient at Pain Solutions PT
Insurance & payment

Straight answers before you ever swipe a card.

Call us and we will verify your benefits before your first appointment — no billing surprises on visit two.

Workers' compensation (L&I)

We accept Washington and Oregon L&I claims. Jason documents thoroughly and communicates directly with your claims manager so you can focus on recovery, not paperwork.

Motor vehicle accident (PIP / auto)

Most auto and personal-injury-protection policies cover physical therapy after an MVA. We coordinate with your adjuster or attorney and handle claim documentation.

Out-of-pocket & self-pay

Flat visit fees, no bundled packages, no prepaid plans. If your insurance is unclear or you prefer to pay directly, call us and we will give you a straight answer on cost before you book.

Plans we work with

  • Oregon L&I (workers' comp)
  • Auto / PIP policies
  • Medicare
  • Most major PPO plans
  • BlueCross BlueShield
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • United Healthcare
  • Regence
  • PacificSource
  • Providence Health Plan
  • Self-pay / out-of-pocket

Plan list is not exhaustive. Call us at (503) 385-8026 and we will verify your specific benefits before your first appointment.

Common questions

What new patients usually ask first.

If your question is not here, call us — we would rather answer it now than have you guess.

Do I need a doctor's referral to see a physical therapist?

Oregon is a direct-access state — you do not need a physician's referral to start physical therapy. Call or request an appointment and we can get you scheduled directly. Some insurance plans still require a referral for billing; we will flag that when we verify your benefits.

How long until I feel better?

Honestly, it depends on how long the problem has been building and what is actually wrong. Most acute injuries show meaningful improvement in two to four visits. Chronic conditions take longer. After your first exam Jason will give you a realistic timeline — not a generic 24-visit package.

What is the difference between PT and a chiropractor or massage therapist?

Physical therapists are movement rehabilitation specialists. Jason combines hands-on manual therapy with progressive therapeutic exercise to address the structural cause of pain and rebuild function. We do not just treat symptoms — we work toward a clear discharge goal so you can graduate from care.

Will I see the same therapist every visit?

Yes. Pain Solutions PT is a one-therapist practice. You see Jason every single visit — not an aide, not a tech, not whoever happened to be available. That continuity is the point of the practice.

How many visits will I need?

We do not sell prepaid visit packages. After your initial evaluation Jason will recommend a plan with a realistic number of visits and a clear end goal. We revisit the plan together as you progress.

Do you treat work injuries and motor vehicle accidents?

Yes — both. We accept Oregon L&I workers' compensation claims and work with auto insurance / PIP for MVA cases. Jason documents thoroughly and communicates with claims managers and attorneys as needed.

What should I wear and bring?

Comfortable, loose-fitting clothing that allows access to the area being treated. Bring your insurance card, a photo ID, and any relevant imaging (MRI, X-ray) if you have them. If you have a referral from your doctor, bring that too.

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13th St SE · Salem, Oregon.

Address
2416 13th St SE
Suite B
Salem, OR 97302Off 13th Street SE, south Salem
Phone
(503) 385-8026Call during business hours
Hours
  • Mon – Thu8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
  • Friday8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
  • Sat – SunClosed

Done waiting for it to "get better on its own."

It usually does not. The sooner you come in, the fewer visits you will need.

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