Prosper

Hours:
Monday, Wednesday: 7:00 am – 6:30 pm
Tuesday, Thursday: 7:00 am – 6:00 pm
Friday: 7:00 am – 2:00 pm

Services

Kristin M. Duckworth, PT, CSCS, CKTP
Managing Partner/Clinic Director, Physical Therapist, Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist, Certified Kinesiotaping Practitioner

Kristin Duckworth is a Board licensed Physical Therapist and a Dallas native who grew up in Lake Highlands. She graduated from The University of Texas at Austin with a BS in Kinesiology and a Minor in Biology in 2004 and a received her Masters of Physical Therapy from UT Southwestern in 2006. In 2008 she achieved national certification as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS). This certification, as well as her background as a competitive soccer player, and her long history of being part of high school Sports Medicine teams, gives her an advanced understanding of the demands placed on today’s athlete and how to treat them accordingly.

Kristin has over a decade of experience treating patients in the orthopedic setting and places heavy emphasis on utilization of advanced manual treatment techniques to achieve optimal functional return for her patients. Combining her manual therapy skills, therapeutic exercise prescription and Kinesiotaping techniques to optimize return of function as efficiently as possible, she enjoys treating injuries sustained from recreation, occupation and degeneration of both the spine and extremities.

Kristin, her husband, and their son reside in Prosper and enjoy living in the community in which she works. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family, attending her son’s activities and events and relaxing at the lake.

Sydney Williard, DPT

Sydney, a board licensed Physical Therapist, is originally from Keller, TX. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology with an emphasis in Exercise Science in 2012 from New Mexico State University, where she was a player for the NMSU women’s softball team. In 2016, Sydney earned her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from California State University, Northridge, where she developed an interest in and gained experience in the orthopedic setting of physical therapy.

Combining her background as a collegiate athlete with her passion for orthopedics, Sydney enjoys working collaboratively with patients to help them achieve their therapy goals. She utilizes her knowledge of rehab science as well as her strong manual therapy skills to promote efficient return to function for her patients while maintaining a positive, encouraging outlook during their recovery. Sydney currently utilizes cupping as an adjunct intervention to her manual therapy skills to further assist the healing and recovery process and is aspiring to become a Board certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) in the future.

Sydney and her husband reside in Frisco and spend their free time with friends and family.

Plano

Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 7:00 am – 7:00 pm
Friday: 7:00 am – 5:00 pm

Services

Jake Spivey PT, Clinic Director

Jake Spivey is a licensed physical therapist and the Clinic Manager/Partner at SportsCare & Rehabilitation. A native of Austin, Texas, Jake received his physical therapy degree from Southwest Texas State University and has been providing patient care in the Dallas area since 1995. Prior to providing physical therapy in Plano with SportsCare & Rehabilitation, Jake held a variety of physical therapy positions from staff therapist to manager in facilities in Dallas. Jake served four years active duty and seven years in the reserves for the U.S. Navy.

Jake treats patients with general orthopedic injuries sustained from work or play, specializing in the treatment of knee and shoulder injuries. He has a strong interest in sports physical therapy and rehabilitation, and treats many local athletes, at all levels of experience. Jake has developed a passion for working with runners and triathletes of all calibers, to help with the prevention and relief of injury through the course of training. He includes in his scope of practice therapeutic exercise with manual therapy, dry needling, and cupping to obtain maximum outcome.

In his leisure time, Jake enjoys competing in triathlons and marathons with his wife, Misty, as well as playing golf with friends.

Paul Sicard PT, OCS

Paul Sicard graduated with his Master of Science degree in Physical Therapy from Texas Woman’s University in 1998. Since then Paul has primarily worked in outpatient physical therapy settings. His special interests are in orthopedic and manual therapy. To that end, Paul obtained his board certification as an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist from the American Physical Therapy Association in 2009 and became a certified provider of the Graston Technique in 2014. He enjoys working with clients of all ages and utilizes an eclectic approach to the treatment of injuries incorporating manual techniques, exercise/sports progression, and evidence-based knowledge.

Outside of his professional career, Paul loves the challenge of raising his two sons and keeping them involved in sports and boy scout activities. He especially enjoys soccer, hiking, camping, and some leisure fishing.

Sarah Agustin PT, DPT, ATC

Born and raised in Honolulu Hawaii, Sarah now calls Texas her home. She received her Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training in 2012 at Concordia University in Irvine, CA before earning her Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT) in 2017 from Northeastern University in Boston, MA.

Sarah enjoys working with all ages and has experience treating the elderly, as well as the competitive young athletes. She is passionate about improving the quality of life of those in our community and helps them return to their prior level of performance and activity. Sarah obtained certification in Myokinematic Restoration, an integrated approach to treatment of patterned lumbo-pelvic-femoral pathomechanics. She is continuously seeking educational opportunities to find ways to improve the public health.

In her spare time she enjoys traveling, hiking, going to the beach and spending time with family and friends in her free time.

Las Colinas-Irving

Hours:
Monday – Friday: 7:00 am – 8:00 pm

Services

Ted Kern, PT, MS, LAT, Clinic Director

Ted Kern, Manager/Partner of Las Colinas Physical Therapy, is a licensed physical therapist and athletic trainer. A native of Dallas Texas, Ted worked as a student trainer at The University of Texas and became a licensed trainer in 1991. He received his Bachelor of Science and Masters of Science in physical therapy from Texas Woman’s University. Ted became certified as an Orthopedic Physician’s Assistant (OPA-c) in 1995 and worked as an OPA-c for 2 years prior to returning to physical therapy. He has been providing patient care in the Dallas area since 1991.

Ted treats patients with general orthopedic injuries sustained from work or play, specializing in the treatment of the knee, shoulder, ankle and back. He received specialized training in manual therapy by completing a 9-month mentorship with Jerry Lee DC, PT. Active in covering athletic events, Ted serves as a trainer for several gymnastic gyms in North Texas and assists local area high school trainers with their rehab needs. Ted has provided the medical coverage for numerous events, including the AVP Pro Beach Tour and the American Cup international gymnastics championship.

In his leisure time, Ted enjoys remodeling the house and scuba diving. Also a scuba instructor, Ted enjoys teaching classes with his wife, Pam, who is an assistant instructor.

Autrey Duke, PT

Autrey Duke, licensed physical therapist and native of Houston, Texas, has lived all over the world and traveled extensively. Autrey pursued his undergraduate degree at Brigham Young University where he earned a degree in Exercise Science with a minor in Spanish. During his undergraduate work, he spent two years as a church missionary in Santiago, Chile, where he became fluent in Spanish. Autrey also spent a year at Southern Virginia University where he played baseball prior to finishing his studies at Brigham Young.

Autrey earned his doctorate in physical therapy from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. Autrey has also studied the Movement System Impairment Method from its founders who focus on identifying and treating muscular imbalances that could contribute to painful movement or physical impairment.

Autrey treats patients of all ages who have general orthopedic injuries. He enjoys treating back injuries utilizing the Movement System Impairment Method as well as drawing on his baseball experience to treat shoulders and normalize throwing mechanics.

In his leisure time Autrey enjoys spending time outdoors with his wife and his son, volunteering for his Church’s youth program, and participating in a variety of recreational sports.

Grapevine-Southlake

Hours:
Monday: 7:00 am – 6:30 pm
Tuesday & Thursday: 8:30 am – 7:00 pm
Wednesday & Friday: 7:00 am – 5:00 pm

Services

Bob Marwood, PT, ATC, CSCS, Clinic Director

Bob Marwood, Manager/Partner of Pinnacle Physical Therapy, is a 1988 graduate of UTMB – Galveston. From 1988 – 1992 he was Sports Medicine Coordinator in Austin, Texas responsible for all aspects of outpatient orthopedic rehab. The last 19 years have been in the Grapevine market providing physical therapy, athletic training, and strength training to competitive athletes of all levels and abilities as well as active adults. He has volunteered countless hours on the sideline of high school games since moving to the Grapevine area. Bob exhibits a passion for making a difference in the lives of his patients. His treatment philosophy is bricks and mortar utilizing sound evidenced based practice concepts.

In his spare time Bob enjoys working out, Texas high school football and spending time with his wife and two sons.

Frisco

Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 7:00 am – 7:00 pm
Friday: 7:00 am – 4:00 pm

Services

Chris Bell, PT, Clinic Director

Chris Bell graduated with his Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Therapy from Daemen College in 1998. Since then Chris has advanced his skills in a variety of settings, including in-patient rehabilitation, acute care, and out-patient orthopedic rehabilitation. He has served in a variety of roles, from staff physical therapist to hospital COO.

More recently, Chris has focused his career on orthopedic and sports physical therapy. Chris’ goal in treating patients is not only to return the patient to their pre-injury performance, but also to educate them along the way, so that they better understand the potential causes of their injuries and how to avoid reoccurrence of those injuries. Chris enjoys the daily challenges of treating a variety of orthopedic injuries as well as neurological conditions.

Having previously competed in wrestling and judo, Chris now enjoys weightlifting and volleyball in his free time.

Lejoy Mathew, DPT

Lejoy Mathew is a licensed physical therapist who grew up in Richardson, TX. He received his bachelors in Electronics Engineering Technology at Texas A&M University. He worked in the information technology field, but after volunteering on several mission trips to third world countries he realized that physical therapy was his true calling. Lejoy earned his doctorate in physical therapy from UT Southwestern Medical Center.

Lejoy specializes in treating patients with orthopedic conditions of upper and lower extremities and the spine. He incorporates manual therapy and personalized therapeutic treatments for his patients to reach their optimal level of function. He has a special interest in rehabilitation of the low back and also return to sport training in patients of all ages.

Lejoy now lives in Plano with his wife Renee where they enjoy staying active and spending time with family. Lejoy loves his Dallas sports and is always up for a game of basketball.

Fort Worth

Hours:
Monday: 8:00 – 6:00 pm
Tuesday: 10:00 am – 7:00 pm
Wednesday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Thursday: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
Friday: 8:00 – 1:00 pm

Services

• Outpatient Physical Therapy
• Work-Related Rehabilitation

Jaroline Miller, PT, Clinic Director

Jaroline is a licensed physical therapist and is the clinic manager of Vista Physical Therapy – Fort Worth. She grew up in Cleveland, Ohio prior to her family relocating to Houston, Texas in 1982. She graduated from Dulles High School in 1984 and, after that, she attended college at Stephen F. Austin State University to pursue a degree in physical therapy. Jaroline graduated from The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas in 1988.

She has practiced outpatient orthopedic physical therapy in Fort Worth since then. Patient caseload has included a variety of orthopedic problems to include general orthopedic problems, occupational medicine and sports related injuries. Jaroline enjoys spending free time with her family, friends and her dog as well as going to movies and cooking.

Flower Mound-Lewisville

Hours:
Monday-Thursday: 7:00 am – 7:00 pm
Friday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Services

Keegan McConnell, PT, MS, Clinic Director

Keegan McConnell, Director / Partner of Orthopedia Physical Therapy, LLP, is a licensed physical therapist. A native of Dallas, TX, Keegan received his Master of Science degree in Physical Therapy from Texas Woman’s University School of Physical Therapy in 1999. Prior to entering physical therapy, Keegan received his Bachelor of Science degree in Applied Science from Centenary College of Louisiana, where he played collegiate soccer as a goalkeeper. From 2001-2012, Keegan co-owned Sports Injury Prevention Programs, a performance enhancement and injury prevention outreach program for competitive, youth athletes. He continues to implement these strategies with his current clients and patients.

Keegan is passionate about whole body health and the interdependence our body systems play in working together for optimal health. He encourages his patients to assess the four key pillars of health and wellness (nutrition, sleep and stress, exercise, and hydration) to complement physical therapy interventions. Keegan focuses on treating general orthopedics and sports injuries of all ages. He specializes in manual therapy, sports medicine, and spine rehabilitation. Keegan has been involved in clinical research. His research has been published in the Journal of Orthopedic and Sports Physical Therapy, The Puerto Rican Health Sciences Journal and has been presented at the American Physical Therapy Association’s Combined Sections Meeting.

In his leisure time, Keegan enjoys playing the guitar and spending time with his 2 boys, Jack and Hayden, daughter, Kate, and his wife, Kristen-a physical therapist who specializes in pediatrics. Keegan and his family reside in Flower Mound, TX.

Kristen McConnell, PT, MS

Kristen McConnell, staff physical therapist, graduated from Texas Woman’s University in 1999 with a Master of Science degree in Physical Therapy. She has a passion for helping others, especially children. Since 2000 Kristen has worked at Cook Children’s Medical Center, as both an inpatient and outpatient therapist. In 2007, Kristen joined her husband Keegan and began working at Orthopedia Physical Therapy, primarily treating children. Working in a variety of practice settings has allowed Kristen the opportunity to work with children with a variety of conditions including but not limited to: gross motor deficits, balance/coordination difficulties, cancer, cerebral palsy, brain trauma/injuries, hypotonia, genetic syndromes, burns/wounds, torticollis/plagiocephaly, orthopedic injuries, scoliosis, toe walking and spina bifida.

Kristen understands the importance of movement on the physical and emotional wellbeing of a child. Through movement, children are able to explore and learn about the world around them. Using a variety of approaches and techniques, Kristen helps each child develop their movement skills and improve their ability to interact with their environment. Kristen believes in a “whole child” approach to treatment, collaborating with occupational therapists, speech therapists, school teachers, orthotists, physicians, and more. In addition, Kristen enjoys helping families make the connection between nutrition and health. She assists families with finding simple solutions toward improving their nutrition to achieve optimal health.

Kristen brings an athletic background to Orthopedia. As a multi-sport athlete, Kristen has participated in school and club sports, including playing Division I soccer as a team captain at Centenary College of Louisiana. She has also coached club soccer. In her leisure time, Kristen enjoys spending time with her husband, Keegan, two sons, Jack and Hayden, and her daughter, Kate. She also teaches Gravity Classes at Orthopedia and is active at her church.

Elizabeth Mellon, PT, DPT

Elizabeth “Liz” Mellon, a licensed physical therapist, joined the Orthopedia Physical Therapy team after earning her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the University of Cincinnati in 2017. Elizabeth grew up in Rochester, Minnesota as an avid soccer and basketball player. She then attended Southern Methodist University where she received a degree in Chemistry and fell in love with Texas.

Elizabeth enjoys treating a variety of general orthopedic and sports-related injuries. Having been an athlete and completing a clinical rotation at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Sports Medicine, she has a passion for treating pediatric and adolescent sports injuries. She is involved in community outreach at a local high school assisting in functional movement screening and injury prevention education with the soccer program. Elizabeth believes in an individualized treatment approach including manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, and functional activities to facilitate healing and maximize function. She has become a Graston Technique Provider enabling her to detect and treat soft tissue lesions and fascial restrictions utilizing instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization as part of her manual treatments.

In Elizabeth’s spare time she enjoys being active, traveling, and spending time with family and friends.

Duncanville – Wheatland

Hours:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday: 8:00 am – 6:00 pm
Tuesday, Friday: 8:00 am – 2:30 pm

Services

Ken Setliff, PT, Clinic Director

Ken Setliff is a licensed physical therapist who grew up in the Texas panhandle town of Turkey. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in biology from West Texas State University in 1977. He graduated from University of Texas Medical Branch with a Bachelor of Science in physical therapy in 1979.

Ken has 38 years of experience in physical therapy in various setting. The last 25 years have been in outpatient orthopedics where he works mostly with on-the-job injuries and sports medicine.

Ken resides in DeSoto with his wife and their 2 sons. He is an elder at DeSoto Christian Church. In his spare time, he enjoys working with the Boy Scouts.

Dallas – Preston

Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 7:00 am – 6:30 pm
Friday: 7:00 am – 6:00 pm

Services

Alan Thompson, PT, LAT, Clinic Director

Alan has been the clinic manager and partner since opening Southwest Sports and Spine in the Spring of 2000. As a native of Georgia he attended the University of Georgia prior to the Medical College of Georgia where he obtained his Physical Therapy degree graduating with honors. Since then, Alan has attended numerous post-graduate courses in the treatment of orthopedic sports injuries, specializing in the treatment of the spine and extremities. In 1991 he decided to work more closely with athletes and went through a two-year internship at Southern Methodist University to obtain hours for his Texas License for Athletic Training.

As is a licensed physical therapist and athletic trainer, he has worked with many colligate and professional level athletes from the NFL, NHL, MLB, NBA, PGA tour as well as Olympians. He was associated with the Dallas Cowboys from 1992 to 2011 and Dallas Stars from 1998 to 2013.

In his leisure time, Alan enjoys competitive biking and recreational sports. He also enjoys spending time with his wife, Kathy, also a physical therapist, and their two sons. The family is very active in the community.

Louise Polanco, PT, DPT

Louise is a Michigan native who moved to Dallas in 2014. She became interested in physical therapy at a young age due to the injuries she sustained and rehabilitated as a dancer. She attended the University of Pittsburgh with a full academic scholarship and obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology. She then completed her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Pitt’s School of Health and Rehabilitation Science – the #1 ranked program in the country by U.S. News & World Report. During her years of clinical practice, she has enjoyed treating orthopedic and sports injuries for patients of all ages and backgrounds. She utilizes manual therapy techniques, as well as neuromuscular training, strengthening, and stretching to achieve patients’ goals. She has been an orthopedic section member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) since 2011.

In her free time, Louise enjoys walking her dog Coco, painting, practicing yoga and Pilates, and spending time with her husband, twin daughters, and friends.

Tim Wrenholt, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS

Tim, a Nebraska native, moved to Dallas in 2015. He graduated from the University of Nebraska with a Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition Science and Dietetics and then earned his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of Nebraska Medical Center. Tim has continued to expand on his training, becoming a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist and obtaining his Certification as an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist.

Tim enjoys working with young and recreational athletes and active adults after injury or surgery to get them back to their normal activities and ready for a safe return to sports. He uses a manual approach combined with strengthening exercises to reach a balance of stability and mobility with movement.

Tim enjoys staying active in local soccer leagues, golfing, and training for his next race.

Natalie O’Brien, PT, DPT

Natalie, born and raised in Dallas, attended high school at Ursuline Academy. Involved in competitive sports her whole life, it was her own rehabilitation during a high school injury where she learned her passion for sports medicine. She pursued both passions on a scholarship to run track and field and cross country at the University of Oklahoma while obtaining a Bachelors in Health and Exercise Science. She returned to Dallas to earn her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from UT Southwestern. She implements evidence-based practice using a variety of manual therapy techniques and functional exercise to optimize functional outcomes and help patients reach their goals.

Natalie enjoys running, hot yoga, cooking, and spending time with her husband and their son. She continues to enjoy competing in road races and triathlons.

Dallas – Katy Trail

Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 7:30 am -6:30 pm
Friday: 7:30 am – 4:00 pm

Services

Doug Harvey, PT, MPT, OCS, Clinic Director

Doug is a licensed Physical Therapist and the clinic director at Southwest Sports and Spine – Katy Trail. He completed his undergraduate studies at Ohio Wesleyan University and obtained his Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy from Drexel University. Doug has specialized in orthopedic physical therapy and sports medicine for 20 years and has gained clinical and management experience in multiple clinics across the country.

Doug is a board certified clinical specialist in orthopedic physical therapy and has received additional certifications in manual therapy, strength and conditioning, and golf fitness instruction. He has an extensive background working with athletes and weekend warriors of all ages, addressing injury rehabilitation, athletic development, and sports performance enhancement. Doug utilizes an active treatment approach consisting of evidence based corrective exercise and manual therapy.

In his free time, Doug enjoys golf, wakeboarding, and spending time with his wife and young daughter.

Meg McCormick, PT, DPT

Meg McCormick is a licensed Physical Therapist at Southwest Sports and Spine – Katy Trail. A native of Texas, she received her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from UT Southwestern Medical Center, where she was elected into the Alpha Eta Honor Society. Prior to physical therapy school she completed her undergraduate work in Health Science Studies at Baylor University. While at Baylor she was also a four-year Division I Women’s Golf athlete and served on the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee.

Meg has experience working with the athletic population including amateur, collegiate, and professional athletes. Her interests in physical therapy include high level functional training and return to sport training. She has obtained certification in dry needling by the Integrative Dry Needling Institute and is a certified golf fitness instructor by Titleist Performance Institute. She is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association Sports Section and the Texas Physical Therapy Association.

Outside of the clinic, she enjoys playing golf, cheering on Baylor athletics and spending time with her husband.

Arlington-Grand Prairie

Hours:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 7:30 am – 6:00 pm
Wednesday: 7:30 am – 4:00 pm
Friday: 8:00 am – 12:00 pm

Services

Karan Kelly, PT, OCS, Cert MDT, Clinic Director

Karan received her Bachelor’s in Biology from Stephen F. Austin State University in 1982 and her Bachelor’s in Physical Therapy from the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston in 1985. In 1996, Karan earned her Board Certification in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy, as well as complete her training through the McKenzie Institute to become credentialed in the Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy for the Spine. She has extensive background in outpatient orthopedics, occupational medicine, and management. She is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association, the Texas Physical Therapy Association, and the McKenzie Institute.

Karan’s treatment approach has always been focused on providing each patient with an individualized program including education, exercise, and manual therapy in order to assist the patient in achieving his/her goals.

Karan resides in Mansfield and enjoys spending time with family and friends, shopping, movies, reading, Sudoku, and breakfast at Chick-fil-A.

Charlie Ramos, PTA

Charlie received his Associate of Science degree in Physical Therapist Assistant from Norwalk Community College in Norwalk, CT in 2016. He plans to continue his education and eventually attend physical therapy school to receive his Doctorate in Physical Therapy. Charlie is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association.

Charlie currently lives in Grand Prairie, TX with his wife, newborn son, and dog Pretzel. He is fairly new to Texas and always appreciates suggestions for fun places and things to do in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. His interests include photography, running, movies, Harry Potter, and Lakers basketball.

Alliance-Fossil Creek

Hours:
Monday: 7:00 am-6:00 pm
Tuesday: 7:00 am-1:00 pm
Wednesday: 7:00 am-5:00 pm
Thursday: 7:00 am-6:00 pm
Friday: 7:00 am-1:00 pm

Services

Jill Cahill, Clinic Director

Jill received her Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Therapy at Northwestern University Medical School in Chicago, Illinois where she was born and raised. Through her career of 30 years of dedication to helping outpatient orthopedic patients, athletes, and workman compensation injuries, she has lived and worked in California, Oklahoma, Kansas, & Texas.

Jill arrived in the Fort Worth area in 1999 and has been happily employed as the Clinic Manager with Vista Physical Therapy Fossil Creek since 2013. She has had the privilege of working with renowned orthopedic surgeons rehabilitating professional and collegiate athletes from a variety of sports such as golf, gymnastics, football, and hockey. A few of her former patients are Olympic medalists and professional golfers playing on the PGA & Senior tours.

Jill has traveled extensively throughout the United States, Europe, and the Greek Islands and has been married for 25 years to her husband, Glenn. They have a son and daughter who both are currently attending college.

Allen

Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 7:00 am – 7:00 pm
Friday: 7:00 am – 5:00 pm
Saturday: 8:00 am – 12:00 pm, by appointment

Services

James R. Lewis, PT, MS, OCS, CFMT, CKTP, Clinic Director

James Lewis is a licensed Physical Therapist and is the clinic manager and partner at Allen Sports and SpineCare, L.L.P. A native of Texas, James graduated from Plano H.S. in 1986. He received his Physical Therapy degree from Texas Woman’s University (TWU) of Dallas in 1997. Prior to entering Physical Therapy, James served six years in the U.S. Air Force and is a Gulf War Veteran and recipient of the National Service Defense Medal.

James has over 20 years of experience treating patients with general orthopedic injuries sustained from work and play. He has practiced in Allen for 15 years and has strong ties to the local community and high school. He enjoys treatment of spine, and all extremity injuries and has worked with high school, collegiate, professional and Olympic caliber athletes.

James achieved board certification in 2010 by the American Physical Therapy Association as an Orthopeadic Certified Specialist (OCS) and in 2006 he obtained recognition as a Certified Functional Manual Therapist (CFMT). In 2013 he received recognition through Kinesiotape America as a Certified Kinesiotape Practitioner (CKTP).

Additionally, James teaches physical therapy curriculum on a national level to colleagues though both continuing education courses with CrunKeyser and The Institute of Physical Art. Additionally he is adjunct faculty at the University of North Texas Physical Therapy School in Ft. Worth, Texas. He is currently pursuing a Doctorate of Science (ScD) at Texas Tech University and hopes to teach more in the future.

James and his wife live in Plano along with their two children. In his spare time, he enjoys bird hunting, hanging out by the pool and home improvement projects.

Michael Middlebrooks, DPT

Michael Middlebrooks is a licensed physical therapist who grew up in Louisiana. Michael attended Oklahoma State University and received his Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training. In 2011 he received his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from UT Southwestern’s School of Health Professions. He has continued his education with courses in orthopedic and sports medicine. Michael is working toward his certification in orthopedic manual therapy through NAIOMT.

Michael enjoys working with competitive and recreational athletes, geriatric, and post-operative patients. He has experience treating a wide variety of diagnoses of the spine and extremities. He uses a variety of manual therapy techniques in combination with therapeutic exercise to help patients return to their optimal functional abilities.

Michael and his wife live in Anna with their son and dog. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his family, cooking, and playing tennis.

Heather Rochelle, PT, DPT

Heather Rochelle is a licensed physical therapist. She attended Southern Arkansas University obtaining her Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Sciences in May 2010. During her undergraduate career, she was a member of both the cross country and track teams. Upon graduation she attended physical therapy school at UT Southwestern School of Health Professions in Dallas. She received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy in 2014. Currently, Heather has aspirations to further her education and training by obtaining her Orthopedic Certified Specialist (OCS) certification.

Heather is passionate about seeing her patients achieve their goals and carries this drive with her in all her treatments. She employs a variety of manual therapy and exercise training techniques in order to tailor each treatment to the patient’s individual needs. She has experience in treating post-op hips and knees as well as various shoulder, spine, and lower extremity pathologies.

In her spare time, Heather enjoys volunteering with her local church’s student ministries program and maintains an active lifestyle of physical fitness. She also enjoys spending time with friends and family, reading, and finding new coffee shops.

Snezhana Rudakova, PT, DPT

Snezhana Rudakova is a licensed Physical Therapist who is originally from Dnepropetrovsk, Ukraine, but grew up in Oregon. She graduated in 2013 from Concordia University in Portland, Oregon with a Bachelors of Arts degree in Biology. In 2016, Snezhana received her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of New England in Portland, Maine. While in Maine, she enjoyed eating “lobstah” on many occasions and keeping her eye out for moose sightings. Snezhana has recently joined the Allen Sports & SpineCare team after previously being a PRN physical therapist for Vista Rehab Partners.

Snezhana enjoys working with all age groups, but especially enjoys working with patients seeking to return to competitive and recreational sports. She strives to make physical therapy fun as well as educational. Her goals are to help her patients return to their full potential feeling empowered and hopeful. Snezhana is interested in becoming a Sports Certified Specialist in the near future. Snezhana currently lives in Frisco. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her handsome fiance, Jeremy. Together, they enjoy rock climbing, hiking, camping, mountain biking, and playing with their adorable cats.

Yosi Hailemeskel, PTA

Yosi Hailemeskel is a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant. She graduated in 2010 from the University of Texas at Dallas with a Bachelor of Arts degree and then attended Kaplan College where she completed the Associates of Applied Science Degree for Physical Therapist Assistant in 2013. Yosi has worked at ASSC since her graduation successfully treating many different diagnoses in orthopedics.

Yosi has a passion for improving the quality of life for her patients through manual therapy and therapeutic exercise. She strives to provide a welcoming and enjoyable therapeutic experience for all patients and believes that a positive environment is a fundamental component to recovery.

Yosi hopes to pursue future education culminating with a Doctorate of Physical Therapy program in the next five years. Yosi currently lives in Plano and in her free time, enjoys traveling, working out and spending time with her family and friends.

Richardson

Hours:
Monday: 7:00 am – 6:30 pm
Tuesday: 11:00 am – 6:00 pm
Wednesday: 7:00 am – 6:30 pm
Thursday: 11:00 am – 6:00 pm
Friday: 7:00 am – 6:30 pm

Services

Michael Massenburg, PT, DPT, Clinic Director

Michael is a licensed physical therapist who earned his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Hardin-Simmons University in 2008. He specializes in treating orthopedic conditions of the spine and upper and lower extremities, with a heavy emphasis on movement and exercise while utilizing manual therapy techniques to achieve maximal functional return.

A native of Corpus Christi, he grew up at the beach, playing baseball and running cross-country. He continued to play club baseball at Baylor University, where he earned a BS in Forensic Science. He now lives in Richardson, where he is active with his church and enjoys time at the gym, running, attending his wife’s orchestra concerts, and chasing their three kids.

Mary Katherine Shadwick, PT, DPT

Mary Katherine Shadwick grew up in Overland Park, Kansas with her 2 younger brothers and parents. She attended Kansas State University where she graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology. She then attended Belmont University in Nashville, Tennessee where she received her Doctorate in Physical Therapy. Mary Katherine loves spending time with family and friends and is involved in a Bible study group during the week. She also enjoys traveling, cooking, running and being outdoors in her free time.

Tradition – Prestonwood

Hours:
Monday – Friday: 7:00 am – 6:00 pm

There are two locations and the clinicians split their time at both locations. They’re called Lovers and Prestonwood.

Lyn Hardage, PT, Clinic Director/Partner

Lyn is a native Texan. She attended the University of Texas in Austin receiving her B.S. in Biology. She continued in the UT system moving to Dallas to get her Physical Therapy license from Southwestern Medical School. Lyn spent many years at Parkland where she helped start the Pediatric Burn ICU and the Pediatric Trauma ICU. She then began splitting her time between Parkland and Children’s Medical Center to assist in starting their Physical Therapy Department. Her next venture was at Scottish Rite Children’s Hospital as a Clinical Instructor. Liking a challenge, she left there to help start a private practice Orthopedic clinic in downtown Dallas. After taking time off to be a stay at home mother to three children, Lyn returned to work. She found her “true calling” was with the older population. She partnered with Vista Rehab and Tradition Senior Living in August of 2016. The two clinics serve the residents at Tradition as well as people of all ages from the community. In her free time, Lyn is active in her church, loves biking, and travelling with friends and family.

Laura Ferguson, PT

Laura is from Dallas and obtained her Master’s Degree in physical therapy from Texas Woman’s University. She worked at Baylor University Medical Center and Baylor Institute for Rehabilitation Systems. There she gained experience in acute care, subacute care, restorative care and rehabilitation where she gained experience with a large variety of patient populations with a particular interest in geriatric care which included orthopedics, stroke management and various brain and neurological conditions. Laura is an advocate for patient education, fall prevention and encouraging clients to maximize their own potential. Laura enjoys finding therapeutic ways to engage her clients in their own pursuit of wellness combining function and motivation in order to reach each person’s full potential. Laura is married with a family and in her spare time she enjoys competitive tennis, and volunteering in her community.

Allison Roberts, DPT

Allison is originally from Florida and Mississippi and earned a B.A. in Psychology with a minor in classics from The University of Mississippi. After graduating from The University of Mississippi, she relocated to Dallas to pursue a degree in physical therapy. She graduated from Texas Woman’s University with a Doctorate of Physical Therapy. Allison enjoys working with many patient populations, but is passionate about improving the quality of life, strength, and function of senior citizens. In her free time, Allison likes spending time with her husband and dog, baking new recipes, and exploring all that Texas has to offer.

Sirena Wallace, PTA

Originally from North Carolina, Sirena graduated from The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a B.A. degree in Exercise and Sports Science before continuing her education at Guilford Technical Community College in the Physical Therapist Assistant Program. Licensed in January 2006, Sirena has experience in Acute Care, Home Health, Inpatient Rehab, Long Term Acute Care, Skilled Nursing, and Outpatient settings. Sirena is LSVT BIG Certified and trained in Kinesiotaping. Sirena enjoys reading, listening to records, and traveling with her husband.

Mesquite

Hours:
Monday – Friday: 7:30 am – 7:00 pm

Services

Bobby Curtis, PT, DPT, SCS, CSCS, RKC, Clinic Director

Bobby is originally from Allen, Texas and while attending Allen, was a two-sport athlete in both baseball and football. He went onto college at Wayland Baptist University on a baseball scholarship and was a corner infielder for all 4 years while obtaining his Bachelor’s degree in Biology. After college, Bobby attended Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Lubbock where he obtained his Doctorate in Physical Therapy.

He is an American Board Certified Sports Specialist, focusing on athletes and emphasizing the importance of proper rotational movement patterns while maintaining stability and proper alignment. He also has extensive experience with the orthopedic population including overuse injuries, acute trauma, as well as post-surgical conditions of the spine and extremities. His treatment philosophies emphasize Trigger point dry needling, spinal manipulation, joint specific mobilizations, myofascial release, soft tissue specific treatments, and management of chronic cervicogenic, cluster, and tension related headaches.

Bobby also believes and practices heavily in the area of Functional strength and conditioning, leading him to obtain his national certification in Strength and Conditioning, along with Russian Kettlebell training certification. Bobby has spent significant time rehabbing high-school, collegiate, and professional athletes, as well as Olympic athletes and Special Forces Operators in his past, thus allowing them to compete and serve at the highest level possible while accomplishing their goals. He has also spent time rehabbing and helping PGA professionals at his previous locations in Arizona, leading him to obtain his Titleist Performance Institute certification as well. In his spare time, Bobby enjoys bird hunting with his two gundogs, Duke and Gus, and loves everything that keeps him outdoors and moving.

Jaci Felderhoff, PT, DPT, CSCS

Jaci Felderhoff is a licensed physical therapist. Jaci graduated with her Bachelor of Science in Nutrition from the University of Texas, where she spent much of her time playing and coaching club volleyball. She received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree from Texas Woman’s University in Dallas, Texas. Jaci has experience treating a variety of patient populations with special interest in treating the spine and shoulder. Throughout her physical therapy career, she has enjoyed working closely with athletes of all ages including youths, high school, collegiate, and professionals, as well as the weekend warrior. Her treatment philosophy includes restoring dynamic stability throughout functional movement patterns, while placing special emphasis on manual therapy, including Trigger Point Dry-Needling and myofascial distraction techniques. As a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Jaci enjoys utilizing sport specific strength and power activities in her treatments to enhance successful return to sport and to propel her athletes to higher performance.

Jaci is currently pursuing her American Board Specialty Certification in Sports Therapy. She is excited to expand her clinical knowledge and toolbox with particular interest in return to sports rehabilitation and injury prevention. Her background playing competitive volleyball has instilled a passion for helping others attain their highest performance level and motivating each patient to always strive to be better, faster, and stronger both on and off the court.

Jaci is an avid baseball fan and enjoys rooting for her fellow Longhorns. In her spare time, Jaci enjoys working out, playing sand volleyball, and watching Netflix documentaries.

Brooks J. West, PT, DPT, CSCS

Brooks is a recent graduate of Texas Woman’s University Doctorate of Physical Therapy Program, whose love of learning and sharing knowledge and insight translates into great relationships with patients under his care. A former military linguist, Spanish teacher, and small business owner, Brooks goes the extra mile to understand his patients’ challenges and goals and craft a plan of care to meet their needs. His goal is to help patients recover pain-free movement, so they can get back to what they love to do. He employs a balanced treatment approach that incorporates a strong emphasis on manual therapy techniques combined with focused exercise to achieve optimal results. He has worked extensively with post-operative patients, patients suffering from low back pain, a variety of shoulder pathologies, and patients injured on the job. He is currently pursuing a specialization in Orthopedics, as well as uses Dry needling along with other joint mobilizations, manipulations, and soft tissue techniques to help his patients achieve their highest level possible. A huge sports fan and University of Texas at Austin alumnus, he plays basketball and soccer and loves languages, philosophy, and music ranging from Ray Charles to Tom Petty. Originally raised on a dairy farm in Sulphur Springs, TX, he now lives in Rowlett, with his wife and five children.

Tradition – Lovers Lane

Hours:
Monday – Friday: 7:00 am – 6:00 pm

Services

There are two locations and the clinicians split their time at both locations. They’re called Lovers and Prestonwood.

Lyn Hardage, PT, Clinic Director/Partner

Lyn is a native Texan. She attended the University of Texas in Austin receiving her B.S. in Biology. She continued in the UT system moving to Dallas to get her Physical Therapy license from Southwestern Medical School. Lyn spent many years at Parkland where she helped start the Pediatric Burn ICU and the Pediatric Trauma ICU. She then began splitting her time between Parkland and Children’s Medical Center to assist in starting their Physical Therapy Department. Her next venture was at Scottish Rite Children’s Hospital as a Clinical Instructor. Liking a challenge, she left there to help start a private practice Orthopedic clinic in downtown Dallas. After taking time off to be a stay at home mother to three children, Lyn returned to work. She found her “true calling” was with the older population. She partnered with Vista Rehab and Tradition Senior Living in August of 2016. The two clinics serve the residents at Tradition as well as people of all ages from the community. In her free time, Lyn is active in her church, loves biking, and travelling with friends and family.

Laura Ferguson, PT

Laura is from Dallas and obtained her Master’s Degree in physical therapy from Texas Woman’s University. She worked at Baylor University Medical Center and Baylor Institute for Rehabilitation Systems. There she gained experience in acute care, subacute care, restorative care and rehabilitation where she gained experience with a large variety of patient populations with a particular interest in geriatric care which included orthopedics, stroke management and various brain and neurological conditions. Laura is an advocate for patient education, fall prevention and encouraging clients to maximize their own potential. Laura enjoys finding therapeutic ways to engage her clients in their own pursuit of wellness combining function and motivation in order to reach each person’s full potential. Laura is married with a family and in her spare time she enjoys competitive tennis, and volunteering in her community.

Allison Roberts, DPT

Allison is originally from Florida and Mississippi and earned a B.A. in Psychology with a minor in classics from The University of Mississippi. After graduating from The University of Mississippi, she relocated to Dallas to pursue a degree in physical therapy. She graduated from Texas Woman’s University with a Doctorate of Physical Therapy. Allison enjoys working with many patient populations, but is passionate about improving the quality of life, strength, and function of senior citizens. In her free time, Allison likes spending time with her husband and dog, baking new recipes, and exploring all that Texas has to offer.

Sirena Wallace, PTA

Originally from North Carolina, Sirena graduated from The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a B.A. degree in Exercise and Sports Science before continuing her education at Guilford Technical Community College in the Physical Therapist Assistant Program. Licensed in January 2006, Sirena has experience in Acute Care, Home Health, Inpatient Rehab, Long Term Acute Care, Skilled Nursing, and Outpatient settings. Sirena is LSVT BIG Certified and trained in Kinesiotaping. Sirena enjoys reading, listening to records, and traveling with her husband.

Carrollton

Hours:
Monday – Friday: 7:00 am – 6:00 pm

Services

Nisha Mathews PT, MPT, DPT, OCS, Clinic Director

Nisha is a physical therapist with valuable expertise in manual musculoskeletal therapy and she has been exercising her passion in this field for longer than 15 years. She obtained her Masters in Manipulative Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy from Melbourne, Australia and went onto complete her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Stony Brook University, New York. She has worked in Australia, Canada and was an Assistant Professor in a DPT program at SUNY, New York. She moved to Dallas in 2010 and has worked in various out-patient clinic settings. She is an Orthopedic Certified Specialist and is certified to practice dry needling. She is also a Certified Hand Therapist, and recently obtained Vestibular Therapy Certification. She is a distance runner and a triathlete and loves helping similar athletes recover and return to their sport. In her spare time, she loves training, traveling and spending time with her family.

McKinney

Hours:
Monday – Friday: 7:30 am – 7:00 pm

Services

Bobby Curtis, PT, DPT, SCS, CSCS, RKC, Clinic Director

Bobby is originally from Allen, Texas and while attending Allen, was a two-sport athlete in both baseball and football. He went onto college at Wayland Baptist University on a baseball scholarship and was a corner infielder for all 4 years while obtaining his Bachelor’s degree in Biology. After college, Bobby attended Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Lubbock where he obtained his Doctorate in Physical Therapy.

He is an American Board Certified Sports Specialist, focusing on athletes and emphasizing the importance of proper rotational movement patterns while maintaining stability and proper alignment. He also has extensive experience with the orthopedic population including overuse injuries, acute trauma, as well as post-surgical conditions of the spine and extremities. His treatment philosophies emphasize Trigger point dry needling, spinal manipulation, joint specific mobilizations, myofascial release, soft tissue specific treatments, and management of chronic cervicogenic, cluster, and tension related headaches.

Bobby also believes and practices heavily in the area of Functional strength and conditioning, leading him to obtain his national certification in Strength and Conditioning, along with Russian Kettlebell training certification. Bobby has spent significant time rehabbing high-school, collegiate, and professional athletes, as well as Olympic athletes and Special Forces Operators in his past, thus allowing them to compete and serve at the highest level possible while accomplishing their goals. He has also spent time rehabbing and helping PGA professionals at his previous locations in Arizona, leading him to obtain his Titleist Performance Institute certification as well. In his spare time, Bobby enjoys bird hunting with his two gundogs, Duke and Gus, and loves everything that keeps him outdoors and moving.