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About Simio Physical Therapy

Our Story

SIMIO Health & Wellness was founded in 2008 by Craig E. Stasio (PT, MSPT, PRC™) and his business partner, Rick Paulin, as a private practice Restorative Physical Therapy Center serving Zeeland, Holland, Hudsonville, Jenison, and surrounding areas of West Michigan. In 2019, we were awarded the distinction as Michigan’s first Certified Postural Restoration Center™.

about the team at simio physical therapy. From left to right: Wesley, Nate, Rick and Craig stand in front of the front desk at SIMIO physical therapy clinic
The SIMIO Physical Therapy team at the front desk: Wesley, Nate, Rick and Craig (left-to-right).

SIMIO was established to offer a different physical therapy experience to patients and physical therapists. We maintain core patient care values that are quickly disappearing in this industry. In the ever-expanding corporately managed healthcare and health insurance system, there are changes that de-value patients and staff physical therapists. The industry is spending less time with patients in exchange for more visits per day. This causes patients to receive less care and require more visits to achieve an outcome.  This also causes a significant amount of therapist burnout. There is also a diversion from customized care to standardized care that diminishes the specialization of a therapist and decreases their autonomy on the treatment service they provide based solely on what the insurance will pay for. These decisions are made by health insurance and agency administrators that likely do not have physical therapy education and are driven by cost savings instead of health outcomes.

Frustrated with these changes and in an effort to maintain autonomy over the care of patients, SIMIO has committed to furthering our staff’s post-graduate education in specialized human movement and recovery services.  We study patterned human asymmetry, compensation patterns, overuse syndromes, and conditions that create pain. When one recognizes that patterns of movement dysfunction also includes balance, ground sense, respiration, and neurology, an orthopedic approach is seldom sufficient to create lasting change.  This is why patients that experience care at traditional orthopedic physical therapy clinics will report that their symptoms return after discontinuing their physical therapy exercise.  There is a reason that recurrent problems reoccur. 

The SIMIO difference is clear to those that experience it first hand. This is why we offer free consultation.  It allows us to demonstrate our specialties and determine if our skillsets and training will optimize a patients recovery. 

Our Approach

We treat the body and its asymmetry as a wholistic system rather than its individual parts.

A physical therapist watches a person walk, conducting a gait assessment
Craig watches a patient walking to conduct a gait analysis.

We are a patient-centered, results-oriented wellness center that also offers health coaching, community education, injury prevention, sports performance, personal training and corporate wellness. Whether you are looking for education, consultation, or treatment of low back pain, pelvic tilt, scoliosis, postural asymmetry, neck pain, tension, headaches, or even sleep apnea or snoring, look to the clinic that treats the body and its asymmetry as a wholistic system rather than its individual parts.

“Patient-centered” at SIMIO means we take the time to get to know our patients and their unique situation and needs as we develop our plan of care.  Each treatment session is one patient with one therapist and never double booked at the same time with another patients.

“Results-oriented” means we test and retest to make sure our interventions have the desired effect. SIMIO therapists remain committed to re-evaluating and changing the patients program each session to ensure that progress is being made and the plan of care is directed accordingly. This ensures the fastest recovery in the least number of visits necessary to make desired improvements. 

A results-oriented approach makes use of objective tests for measurable progress, performed at the beginning and end of each session. This allows the therapist to target a limitation, perform a treatment, instruct an exercise, and retest the patient in the same session to ensure that there has been immediate results. There are many benefits to the patient: the patient can see and feel progress in the same session, and they become connected to the outcome of specific exercises because they can see and feel results.

Our restorative services draw patient from across the entire state for Postural Restoration® (PRI), postural-dental and postural-vision integration. In addition to PRI therapy, we also provide certified McKenzie Method Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy® (MDT), Positional Preference Testing and Neuro-Reflexive Muscular Facilitation Technique™ (NMFT).

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The distinction between neuro-reflexive techniques and traditional physical therapy stretch and strength exercises can be made in seconds! Our delivery of facilitation techniques is immediately followed up with re-patterning activity and techniques you take home to produce a lasting result. This marriage of postural repositioning, muscular facilitation and endurance exercise will reinforce gains in postural control, spine and pelvic alignment, shoulder posture, joint stability, gait, range of motion, and functional form for any activity.

Our Team

Our team is composed of a dedicated group of licensed physical therapists and personal trainers. Click our images to learn more about us.

Craig E. Stasio, PT, MSPT, PRC™, AIA Fellow – Postural Restoration® Certified Physical Therapist in Zeeland, MI

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Nate Dykema, PT, DPT, Cert MDT – Certified in Mackenzie Diagnosis and Therapy – Physical Therapist in Zeeland, MI

Nate Dykema, PT, DPT at Simio Health and Wellness

Wesley Barger, PT, DPT – Physical Therapist in Zeeland, MI

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Ashley Plowman, MSHM, NASM-CES, FMS1 – Personal Trainer in Zeeland, MI

Ashley Plowman Personal Trainer in Holland Michigan

Rick Paulin, Business Director

Rick Paulin Co-owner of Simio Health

Frequently Asked Questions

WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT ON MY FIRST VISIT?

Thank you for selecting us to help you find solutions on your wellness journey. When you arrive for your first physical therapy visit, you will meet with a licensed physical therapist that is a specialist in human movement, gait, respiration, and mechanical diagnosis and treatment. On the first session, your therapist will spend some time getting to know you, your questions, and your goals. It is important to know what you would like to accomplish and what makes you unique. This way we can tailor your treatment to your needs. You can expect to have the therapist prioritize tests and measurements that will assist them in providing you and education based on your clinical presentation as well as provide reporting to your referring physician if needed. You will be provided with hands-on treatment, exercise and therapeutic activity, along with a home exercise program that will consist of the most efficient ways to progress your care in subsequent visits.

DO I NEED A PHYSICIAN’S REFERRAL/PRESCRIPTION TO ATTEND PHYSICAL THERAPY?

The state of Michigan does not require a physicians referral for the first three weeks of care for rehabilitation of pain or injury, however, many health insurance companies will require the referral on the first day to have those visits applied and covered on the health benefit plan that you have selected. We recommend that you check with your insurance for your individual requirements for insurance coverage. Of course, there is no referral requirement or limits on services that we provide related to wellness, injury prevention, respiration, and sports performance.

WILL MY INSURANCE COVER PHYSICAL THERAPY?

We provide insurance billing with most commercial insurers. Please call our office to confirm our in-network or out-of-network status with your specific insurance. Specific insurance coverage is very individual and is based on the plan that you select or are offered annually. Your insurance carrier will be able to provide specific information that is unique to your plan. We recommend that you contact your insurance company for these details. If you have an insurance benefit, we would be happy to submit claims on your behalf for the regional physical therapy services that you receive from us.

Currently, insurance companies and the health care system in general are willing to provide coverage only after injury and health decline is present. While we hope that our health care system and insurance companies will soon acknowledge the value and cost savings in wellness care and preserving health, currently restorative, wellness, injury-prevention, respiration, and massage therapy services are considered non-covered services by all insurance companies and are out of pocket.

If you have a Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for your health needs, funding sources from these accounts may be used for all services rendered by SIMIIO Health & Wellness. Substantiation of these services may be required by your funding administrators and SIMIO will be happy to provide statements or invoice documentation for dates of services upon request.

IS POSTURAL RESTORATION (PRI) CONSIDERED PHYSICAL THERAPY?

SIMIO Health & Wellness is Michigans only Certified Postural Restoration Center™, and has the only practicing clinically certified Postural Restoration Institute® provider in the state. In order to be registered as a Postural Restoration Center™, SIMIO has to maintain that all licensed providers in the building are actively enrolled in Postural Restoration Institute coursework under the direction and supervision of a PRC credentialed therapist.

This means that all physical therapy that is offered at SIMIO will have Postural Restoration concepts applied as needed. Regional physical therapy is often in response to pain, injury or surgery. Restorative physical therapy addresses whole body mechanics as it pertains to movement, gait, respiration, and balance. Your consultation with a SIMIO provider is designed to establish whether you would benefit from a regional or a restorative approach to maximize your benefit and efficiency in attaining your personal goals for therapy.

WHAT CAN PHYSICAL THERAPISTS HELP ME ACCOMPLISH?

Not all physical therapy is the same, and not all physical therapists are specialists in the same areas of service. What SIMIO strives to do is place each patient in the care of a uniquely specialized therapist. As licensed providers of healthcare, we are tested on safety rather than effectiveness. The true test of care comes in its effectiveness and the lasting results of your time spent with your provider.

Our providers have nearly over 40 combined years of clinical experience in assessment and treatment of traditional physical therapy diagnoses which include:
– Low back pain
– Neck pain
– Shoulder pain
– Persistent neck tension
– Elbow pain
– Hip pain
– Knee Pain
– Foot and ankle pain
– Headache
– Sciatica
– Sacroiliac (SI) Joint dysfunction
– Plantar Fasciitis
– Achilles Tendonitis
– Radiculopathy
– Patellofemoral syndrome

In addition to traditional physical therapy diagnoses, our specialists are uniquely trained in:
– Sports performance/sports respiration
– Running and walking gait assessment and retraining
– Asthma and work of breathing
– Postural assessment and correction
– Airway clearance
– Snoring/Sleep Apnea
– Respiration and perfusion
– Bruxism (clenching/grinding of teeth)
– Body mechanics and dominant body patterning for work or sports
– Chronic or recurrent pain that has not responded to traditional orthopedic methods
– Natural management of stress, anxiety, and nutrition

SIMIO experts are trained in isolating human movement into testable positions that mimic any direction of motion for any sport or occupation. With this data, we objectify a patients ability to move, breathe, and balance. Any alteration in ability in these positions will create a workable roadmap for success. This pertains to every foot and every shoulder in stance phase and swing on an inhale or an exhale. It is an exacting science that takes years to master. Join us for a consultation to learn where your body has created strong but unfavorable habits.

What Our Clients Say About Us

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Liz Shrauger
01:24 12 Feb 25
Craig was so knowledgeable and helpful, we couldn’t recommend him and Simio more! What a wealth of information!
JJ Bechtel
21:59 06 Feb 25
Craig did a fantastic job listening to me, assessing my physical condition, diagnosing my problems and guiding me toward therapeutic solutions. I highly Recommend Simio!
Carol Carson
17:29 21 Jan 25
Rachel Poulsen
00:17 21 Dec 24
Craig’s expertise in the area of full body wellness cannot be matched.After searching for answers about my daughter’s foot pain from many providers he was finally able to diagnose her and get her on the road to recovery.Also- collaboratively, I have seen the postural restoration he is able to accomplish play a critical role in tongue tie releases and create optimal results for many patients.Can’t recommend him enough!!!!
Rebecca Bishop
01:33 06 Dec 24
Craig knows more about anatomy than anyone I’ve ever worked with or met. It’s truly a privilege to be his client. I learn something new about myself in every session. He’s compassionate enough to let me make videos of the exercises so I’m confident that I’m doing them correctly. I’m healing so well.
Steve Barber
15:32 03 Dec 24
I cannot say ENOUGH about how GREAT 👍 working with Nathan Dykema was as my Physical Therapist at Simio!Nate listens, provides exemplary & very knowledgeable help with all that ails you! The entire business is very flexible with your schedule too! My back feeling SO MUCH better after all their help! If you are hurting & need expert PT help, go here!!!
David Yandl
23:22 27 Aug 24
I have noticed and enjoyed significant benefits to my fitness and overall wellbeing uniquely due to the treatment I've received at SIMIO. I have not noticed any similar benefits from other approaches to treating pain and mobility issues. It is clear to me that this clinic at the forefront of newly developing best practices in physical therapy, and I would strongly recommend it to anyone.
Chris O
16:59 19 Aug 24
Excellent experience, Craig is very knowledgeable and took all the time needed for my first appointment.
Melaney Koenes
02:56 12 Aug 24
I have been to SIMIO for two different physical problems. The first was a shoulder problem where I couldn't lift my arm up past my shoulder, it was very painful. After a few visits SIMIO and a could of exercises if was repaired. I have not had trouble with it for years. The second was a couple of months ago. I suffered for a year with back and leg nerve pain. After my first visit with SIMIO I was able to sleep my first night without pain in a year. The exercises they gave me are simple and easy in implement in my daily life whenever I start to feel the pain coming on. SIMIO is professional and very knowledgeable. They are compassionate and caring. I highly recommend them.
Jannie Bee
09:57 05 Aug 24
Wes Barger was my physical therapist and I am so happy and grateful to have “worked” with him.He’s very calming and understanding about your injury, never ever pushing you to do more right away to get you “fixed”.He has a way of seeing you and not your injury. To help you help yourself, to motivate you to wellness.I’m eternally grateful that my doctor recommended Simio for my care. The minute I walked in the door it felt right and comfortable.I recommend Simio to anyone who asks where I went.Thank you Wes for everything you gave to get me to better than I thought I could be.
Beth Hyland
13:47 28 Jun 24
It has been a year since I first saw Craig and I just had my last regular appointment. My hip pain is gone and my body is aligned. I feel so much better. I am at the point now where I can come back as needed. This is much better than typical physical therapy because he works to correct the underlying issues. Thank you Craig!!
Josh Bishop
21:52 03 Jun 24
Craig knows more about the human body than any physician I can imagine and applies his expertise so carefully in every single visit. It is such a gift to work with him.
Cheryl Prince
22:31 30 May 24
We called to see if they could help my husband, a stroke patient. Although this is not their forte, they spent so much time talking with me and giving advice and help. They are obviously honest and caring.
Melanie Zwyghuizen
16:38 20 May 24
It’s hard to explain how amazing they are! They care about you as a whole person and their therapy reflects that. Wes and Craig always explained things so I could understand. Just stop looking at reviews for anywhere else and call them. You won’t regret it!
Shelli Andrews
19:09 23 Apr 24
Craig is very knowledgeable, takes time to explain his plan and logic and allows plenty of time for questions. I feel like his approach has helped immensely after just one session with chronic pain issues. I traveled from 3 hours away and it's so worth it. I feel like the solutions he provided are allowing me to finally be free of the constant need of PT, massage, etc. I feel like I can finally have. my life back after YEARS of frequent treatments. If you are on the fence, just do it!
Owen Smith
15:32 23 Apr 24
My appointment with Craig Stasio today was very enlightening. He was able to explain why I’m experiencing The symptoms that I have. I appreciate the time, the expertise, and the knowledge that Craig has. I will be continuing working with Craig and his markers.
Kathryn Bareman
01:03 16 Apr 24
Highly recommend the SIMIO team! Everyone in the office is amazing. Craig is very passionate about the care he gives and takes time to look at the bigger picture.
joan may
23:16 11 Apr 24
I’m so thrilled to report that after 2 visits my progress is substantial!
Andrew Steffes
21:09 19 Mar 24
I came to SIMIO due to years of living with lower back pain and experiencing minimal relief from years of going to the chiropractor, and I have had a great experience here! I worked with Nate, and he is incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about what he does, and I noticed great improvement in my symptoms within a couple of weeks of working with him. He is very thorough in his work, and has helped recommend shoe insoles that have made a big difference for me as well. Nate also provided suggestions on shoes that would be effective, and referred me to Craig (also with SIMIO), who thoroughly tested me in several pairs of shoes at Gazelle Sports in Holland free of charge to narrow down which shoe was best for me. I'm shocked how much of a difference a good shoe can make.I highly recommend SIMIO. These guys are great!
Tammy Morehead
02:46 16 Mar 24
Mallory Moves
10:23 27 Feb 24
I learned so much in just a short time and I'm so thankful that the SIMIO team is serving our community in many ways that other health professionals can't offer.
Jeremy Gerrard
23:12 26 Feb 24
Very knowledgeable and informative where others have failed. Gained a little hop back that I can maybe reverse my chronic pain
Mark
14:21 22 Feb 24
Craig was knowledgeable, generous and helpful
Benjamin Sanchez
06:26 15 Feb 24
Enrique Alvarez
02:06 04 Jan 24
I came from Indiana and did a co-discovery session with Craig. He was very friendly and knowledgeable. I learned a lot and would definitely recommend coming to see him to anyone.
Cavin Morton
17:52 14 Dec 23
I recently had the pleasure of working with Craig Stasio at Simio Health. Craig accurately diagnosed and treated a long term chronic injury that has bothered me for years despite several courses of treatment from other practitioners. After only 2 sessions I have seen material improvement with Craig. I travelled several hours to see Craig and would highly recommend him to others who have not had success with conventional physical therapy or chiropractic treatment.
Ryan Levonyak
01:55 13 Dec 23
Alison Estes
01:47 15 Nov 23
Craig has a true personal passion for wellness, is a wealth of knowledge and provides an in depth, personalized assessment to swiftly develop an individualized strategy in partnership with clients to move forward to improvement with a joint plan.
Matthew Estes
13:42 14 Nov 23
Best medical experience I have had to date. I drove 5 hours from Ohio. I had been searching for the root cause of my systemic asymmetries and muscular imbalances for over a decade. Craig did an extremely educational and thorough two hour evaluation and pin pointed what he believed the issue was, utilizing his expertise to create immediate positive results and to put me on a path to growth. This is hands down the most optimistic I have been due to how Craig's incredible wealth of knowledge and passion for creating actual results for his clients. Could not recommend him enough.
Mae Warren
12:01 19 Oct 23
SIMIO is awesome! I haven’t found anyone there that hasn’t helped reduce my level of pain since my cervical pain has persisted. We are so fortunate to have folks like SIMIO in our area!

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