Meet the team

Foothills PT Therapists

On average, our physical therapists have roughly 16 years of experience.

Get to know the staff at Foothills Physical Therapy, 
across 4 locations throughout the Treasure Valley.

Jim Hammer, DPT, OCS

jim@foothillspt.com

Jim, a Boise native, earned his bachelor’s degree in Exercise Physiology from Boise State University in 2005 before pursuing his Doctorate in Physical Therapy at Pacific University, graduating magna cum laude in 2008.

Since returning to Boise, Jim has built a career in outpatient orthopedics and clinic management. He is dedicated to continuous learning and professional development, earning his Board Certification as an Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) and actively working toward his certification with the North American Institute of Orthopaedic Manual Therapy (NAIOMT). Jim enjoys working with patients of all ages and abilities, with a particular interest in exercise physiology and injury rehabilitation.

Outside the clinic, Jim embraces an active lifestyle, spending his free time mountain biking, camping, backpacking, and running with his wife, Carly, their two daughters, Hadley and Scarlett, and their dog, Rylie. He is also an avid golfer, fitness enthusiast, and participant in local running events. A passionate supporter of local sports, Jim is a dedicated fan of Boise State Bronco Football and a lifelong Cubs fan.

Jim's Areas of Specialty + Interest:

  • Orthopedic Clinical Specialist
  • Manual therapy
  • Exercise physiology
  • Dry Needling Certified – Full body
  • Certified in Personalized Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) Therapy