Grace Walker Physical and Occupational Therapist and Nutritionist

Dr. Grace Walker & Husband Jim in Victoria Falls, South Africa

As the owner of Walker Physical Therapy and Pain Center in Orange, California, Grace Walker continues an extensive career in Occupational and Physical therapy. As a physical therapist and sports injury practitioner, Walker treats patients for pain in the upper and lower extremities, vestibular disorders, and balance conditions.

Dr. Grace Walker and her team of physical therapists are experts in pain relief and use revolutionary treatments including hands on Pressure Point releases, Kinesiotaping, ML830 laser, and Flex N Move programs. Along with being a chartered/registered physical therapist in British Columbia and California, respectively, she holds certification as a Nutritionist, Master of Herbology, and Holistic Health Care Practitioner. In 2014, Grace Walker became a Certified Health Coach through Villanova University in The Center for Obesity Prevention Education's Take Shape for Life program. She is currently attending the Natural Healing Institute of Naturopathy in Encinitas, California, to become a Certified Naturopathic Practitioner and a Certified Nutritional Chef.

Along with treating patients at Grace Walker Physical Therapy, Walker has lectured extensively on matters related to physical therapy. She has instructed with the faculties of California State University at Long Beach, the University of Irvine Medical Center, and Stanford University. Her courses have covered treatment of the cervical spine and mobilization of the thoracic spine. Students have also received her guidance as a mentor in physical therapy and outpatient orthopedics since 1985. Additionally, Walker has made presentations to members of the Orange County chapter of the American Physical Therapy Association on conditions of the pelvic girdle as well as glucosamine and chondroitin.

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714-997-5518

Walker Physical Therapy & Pain Center

1111 W. Town & Country Dr.

Orange, CA 92868

Grace Walker Physical & Occupational Therapist and Nutritionist Suggests 5 Tips for Pregnancy and Low Back Pain

More and more women are having children after the age of 35. 

As a result, many women becoming pregnant are less physically active in their day to day lives. 

According to Grace Walker, PT, DPT, OTD, this decreased activity as well as the growing national prevalence of a sedentary lifestyle may contribute to an increase in back pain. Our team of physical therapy experts provide effective solutions for women with back pain during pregnancy.

Grace Walker Physical Therapy & Pain Center’s Pregnancy and Lower Back Pain

Do’s & Don’ts:

• DO use ice 10 minutes before bed.

• DO pull your belly into your spine and breathe.

• DON’T bend at the waist, squat instead.

• DON’T twist while holding something in your arms.

• DON’T sleep on your back.

Stop Living in Pain!

Call Walker PT & Pain Center in Orange, California at (714) 997-5518

Our experts in pain relief provide fast and effective results .

Grace Walker, Caring Physical & Occupational Therapist's Success Story From a Raving Fan: Back Pain Relief in Pregnancy

Dr. Grace Walker and Husband at Chihuly Gardens in Seattle, WA

Dr. Grace Walker, physical & occupational therapist and nutritionist says that reasons for back pain can vary, but can usually be accounted for by one of the following:

• An increase in hormones
• A change of the body’s center of gravity
• Gaining additional weight
• A decline in posture
• Added stress

Grace Walker Physical Therapy & Pain Center has the solution!

Success Story: “I have had back spasms due to pregnancy. The relief I have received has been
fantastic. The staff at Walker Physical Therapy& Pain Center is such a fantastic team! I feel that they have really listened to my problem, have been very thorough in evaluating the source of the problem, and came up with an effective remedy. I have experienced great relief. The team members have been
very courteous and attentive. This is my third experience with physical therapy and by far Walker
Physical Therapy & Pain Center has been the best! I would highly recommend this practice to anyone I come across needing physical therapy.” ~J. Murrie

 Call today for an Appointment!

714-997-5518
Walker Physical Therapy & Pain Center
1111 W. Town & Country Dr.
Orange, CA 92868