Melissa Gaethje, PT, DPT is an Arizona native- born and raised in the mining country of Southeastern Arizona. She completed her undergraduate degree at Western New Mexico University in Movement Science K-12 and was a teacher and coach for 13 years. She received her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of New Mexico in 2013.
Melissa Gaethje, PT, DPT is an Arizona native- born and raised in the mining country of Southeastern Arizona. She completed her undergraduate degree at Western New Mexico University in Movement Science K-12 and was a teacher and coach for 13 years. She received her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of New Mexico in 2013.
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Nobody wants to need physical therapy. I can think of lots of other places I'd rather be. However, life happens and we deal with it. Having said that, I enjoyed working with Melissa and her crew. They were pleasant to work with and know their stuff. I had a slight issue with the healing from my surgery. She contacted my surgeon right away and got me in to see him in about an hour...and without any kind of copay.
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
Really enjoyed my sessions with Melissa and the team.
(3 months ago)
Oct-2025
Good listener, informative and gentle when needed
(3 months ago)
Oct-2025
She’s great, very kind and professional I really like her
(4 months ago)
Sep-2025
Melissa was very thorough and ensured the PT exercises were working. She was always very nice during our visits and committed to resolving my physical issue while keeping me comfortable.
(4 months ago)
Aug-2025
Awesome therapist, highly recommend Melissa to new clients.
(5 months ago)
Aug-2025
Melissa is always caring and kind.
(5 months ago)
Jul-2025
Outstanding therapist! Very knowledgeable, professional, and supportive.
(6 months ago)
Jul-2025
Melissa is amazing!!
(6 months ago)
Jun-2025
Excellent, I’m very happy with the service.
(6 months ago)
Jun-2025
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OrthoArizona – Litchfield Park Physical Therapy
14044 W. Camelback Rd. Ste. 120 Litchfield, AZ 85340
Melissa Gaethje, PT, DPT is an Arizona native- born and raised in the mining country of Southeastern Arizona. She completed her undergraduate degree at Western New Mexico University in Movement Science K-12 and was a teacher and coach for 13 years. She received her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of New Mexico in 2013.
Melissa has experience treating adolescents, adults, and geriatric patient groups for a variety of orthopedic conditions and post-surgical interventions using manual therapy and therapeutic exercise.
During her free time, she enjoys hiking and off-roading.
Nobody wants to need physical therapy. I can think of lots of other places I'd rather be. However, life happens and we deal with it. Having said that, I enjoyed working with Melissa and her crew. They were pleasant to work with and know their stuff. I had a slight issue with the healing from my surgery. She contacted my surgeon right away and got me in to see him in about an hour...and without any kind of copay.
Really enjoyed my sessions with Melissa and the team.
Good listener, informative and gentle when needed
She’s great, very kind and professional I really like her
Melissa was very thorough and ensured the PT exercises were working. She was always very nice during our visits and committed to resolving my physical issue while keeping me comfortable.
Awesome therapist, highly recommend Melissa to new clients.
Melissa is always caring and kind.
Outstanding therapist! Very knowledgeable, professional, and supportive.
Melissa is amazing!!
Excellent, I’m very happy with the service.