Mylan Vu
Physical Therapy & Wellness
I’m Glad you’re Here
Welcome
Hi! I’m Mylan (“Mi-lahn”she/her). I am a Physical Therapist, Pelvic Health Clinician and Board-Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist with over a decade of professional experience.
I help people move how they want to live.
Movement is an outward expression of who we are. Every person deserves to move through life in a body that feels genuinely theirs - one that feels capable, safe, and whole.
All Bodies Deserve CarE
I work with all ages, genders, sizes and identities with various movement backgrounds.
From the dancer who wants to be more grounded in their turns, to the person who desires pain-free and enjoyable intimacy with their partner.
These are ways I can help your body feel its best.
You know your body
And ready to explore Your untapped potential
Those who work with me want:
Creative and individualized strategies to address their muscle, joint, tendon or nerve issues or pain.
To improve their strength, flexibility, power, coordination, balance, movement and overall health, but are unsure of how to start or progress
Guidance, accountability, and support without judgement or shame.
Someone who can take complex (or even scary) concepts and make them simple and accessible
A medical provider that treats them with respect and empathy, who actively listens to their lived experiences.
To move confidently and freely at every stage of life
Your age, size, or diagnosis do not define you.
You define who you are by how you choose to move through life.
My Approach
My background is rooted in movement sciences blended with a biopsychosocial, trauma-informed, and individualized approach to care.
Working through body and health concerns can be challenging and vulnerable. It can also be eye-opening and relieving when a clear path is made. I encourange open communication, and your preferences, lifestyle, and capacity are always considered.
This holistic approach helps me understand your experience, what you value, and how to guide you towards your movement goals.
"Mylan's approach was calm, clear, and kind in a way that kept a level of professionalism that helped me be brave and strong while also being cared for."
— Former Client
What to Expect
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We meet and chat!
It can be daunting meeting anyone new, in a healthcare setting or not. Whatever you feel comfortable discussing with me is confidential and completely up to you.
This first conversation may include your current and past experience, questions or concerns, and movement goals.
I also want to learn about you and your preferences:
What name do you like to be called by? Preferred pronouns?
How do you like to learn (tacile, auditory, visual)? Are bright lights and extra noise distracting?
What kind of music do you like?
What priorities are you currently trying to balance?
Learning about you and what you value guides our process.
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Let’s see how you move!
Okay, to be real. It can feel somewhat awkward having someone watch you do something. Let alone “analyze.”
This is a really important step that helps me understand your experiences in real time.
Feeling shaky in your turns? Neck tension when singing? Back pain when putting baby in their crib? Knees wobbly when dropping low on the dance floor? Let’s see you do the thing and figure out how to make it better.
Unsure of what exactly is making things feel off? Let’s figure it out together.
The goal of movement analysis and examination is to give us both insight to which motions produce discomfort or difficulty and which motions provide more comfort and ease and why. Understanding your baseline movement guides our strategies
If you are feeling uneasy about showing me certain movements or performing parts of the examination, that is okay!
We will always go at the pace you are comfortable with. I meet you where you are at.
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What’s keeping you from moving the way you want?
Pain? Stiffness? Fear? Just unsure?
This is where we directly address the barrier to movement.
This phase can include but not limited to: manual therapy, modalities, use of supportive devices, exercise, education, nervous system regulation and breathing techniques, movement modificatiions.
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Learning and doing the new thing a bunch of times!
This is where we expand our movement vocabularly.
This phase includes verbal instruction and hands-on guidance from me while you practice and explore new movement pathways.
Examples: exercise and movement drills, relaxation and breathing techniques, manual therapy, use of modalities, instruction of home use of tools/equipment if needed, and how to integrate these new movements and tools into your lifestyle
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We will frequently revisit this question: Do these strategies help guide you towards your movement goals?
Based on your feedback, current goals and my observations, we will refine our strategies to fit what you need.
Reduce pain.
Move More.
Do fun things.
Services
Individualized and focused physical therapy sessions focused on your movement and wellness goals.
Work with me in the clinic, at your home, gym, movement studio, or backstage, and online.
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Physical Therapy Fees
Initial visit (60 minutes): $270
Return visit (55 minutes): $220
Return visit (30 minutes): $110For more info, visit: https://www.flowrehab.com/
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Coming Soon!
Available north of Seattle: Edmonds, Mountlake Terrace, Kenmore, Shoreline, Northgate, Bothell.
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For established clients only in Washington state.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Orthopedics is defined as the branch of medicine that address conditions affecting the bones, nerves, muscles or tendons. An orthopedic physical therapist treats these conditions with an emphasis on regaining movement
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Pelvic health physical therapy is a speciality area that focuses on conditions that affect the pelvis such as bowel, bladder, or sexual function. Pelvic conditions can affect men, women or non-binary people at any stage of life. The pelvic muscles work together with the structures that surround your ribs, hips, back and even your jaw and feet! The mobility, strength and coordination are assessed and treated to address pelvic floor issues.
Conditions can include: external pelvic pain, internal pelvic pain (pain with intimacy, tampon insertion, pelvic exams), bowel and bladder issues such as stress or urge incontinence, organ prolapse, tailbox/coccyx pain, pregnancy and postpartum care, and issues related to sexual health.
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This is the branch of medicine that addresses the unique needs of performing artists or artistic athletes.
Some examples include: musicians, conductors, vocalists, composers, visual artists , dancers, actors/actresses, drag kings/queens, performers. Also behind the scenes - costume designers, stage hands, sound mixers, lighting crew and beyond. You all are artistic athletes.
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Spine
Cervical (neck)
Thoracic (mid-back)
Lumbar and sacroiliac joint (low-back)
Examples inlcude: Sciatica, cervical radiculitis, discogenic low back pain, sprains, muscle weakness and tightness, spondylolisthesis, scoliosis, headaches/jaw pain, facet impingement, chronic pain.
Ribs
Examples include:
sprains/strains, breathing issues, rib stiffness/decreased mobility, surrounding muscular weakness or tightness, instabilities.
Hip and pelvis
Examples include:
hip impingement/pinching, buttock pain, bursitis, hip pain, psoas tendinitis, ITB syndrome, hip flexor snapping.
pelvic health specific conditions
Examples include: urinary incontinence, fecal incontinence, vulvodynia, prolapse/heaviness in pelvis, tight and or weak pelvic and core muscles, diastasis recti, poor coordination of intra-abdominal pressure, pain with intercourse or other sexual dysfunctions
Knee
Examples include:
patellar or quad tendonitis, meniscus tears, knee pain, ligamentous issues, patella issues, osteoarthritis.
Foot
Examples include:
foot/ankle pain, foot sprains, plantar fasciitis, big toe pain/stiffness, limited ankle mobility and strength, shin splints, chronic ankle instability, balance issues.
Shoulder
Examples include:
Rotator cuff issues, tendonitis, frozen shoulder/adhesive capsulitis, weakness/muscle tightness, shoulder pain, numbness and tingling
Elbow/Wrist/Hand
Examples include:
Difficulty gripping and weight bearing, tendonitis/sprains.
Headaches/jaw pain
Nervous system regulation
Post-operative conditions
Examples include: ACL reconstruction, total hip or total knee replacement
**Note: for recent post operative conditions, working with your surgeon and having an appropriate post op protocol is required for treatemnt.
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orthopedics, strength training, pregnancy and postpartum exercise, pelvic health, chronic issues, sports rehab and addressing the unique needs of athletic artists.
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I treat the body as an integrated movement system. I understand how the mental, emotional, social and environmental aspects can play into we move physically. How we view health and wellness, our relationship with our body, and current and past experiences will impact the overall approach we take.
Strategies we may utilize: exercise, weight lifting, breathwork, manual therapy, tool assisted myofascial release, taping, education, assistive device training, modalities, guided practice, visualization, nervous system down-regulation, visual/auditory/kinesthetic learning tools, creative and active play.
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A diagnosis is a cluster of signs and symptoms to help guide clinicians towards the appropriate method of treatment. However, it is important to acknowledge that two people can have the same diagnosis and the treatment plan can differ based on that person’as goals, medical history, their capacity, and other factors.
Physical Therapists are trained to assess, rule out, and address diagnoses and conditions that are related to the musculoskeletal (bone and muscle) and nervous system. We have a global understanding of medical pathologies and how they may interplay with movement. We work with your primary care providers to ensure that physical therapy is appropriate. More importantly, we work with you so you understand how and why a diagnosis may or may not impact your movement goals.
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You can expect one-on-one care during our sessions. Typically sessions are one hour, but we have the flexibility to have anywhere from a 45 minute appointment to a 90 minute appointmnet based on your needs.
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This is dependent on your goals, current experience, and your capacity for movement and practice. You and I will work on a plan that works best for you.
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I work with all ages, genders, identities, and body types. If you desire to move your body and want guidance on how, I’m your gal.
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I believe that everyone deserves respect and acceptance. With that said, I have a ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY when it comes to language or behavior that is stemmed from hate. This includes ANY use of derogatory slurs or statements that promote ableism, fatphobia/body shaming, raciscm, misogyny and beyond.
If repeated offences occur after attempts at correcting this behavior, I will respectfully discontinue care.
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I would recommend wearing clothes that you are comfortable in and that allows you to move. It is also helpful to wear clothes or layers that you can easily adjust to expose a certain body part during assessment and treatment as needed.
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Ready to get started on your movement goals?
Flow Rehab
2734 Westlake Ave N Seattle, WA 98109 | Phone: (206) 858-2914 | Fax: (206) 732-6544