Team Categories: Physical Therapists

BYRON

Education:

• Bachelor of Arts in Biology and Psychology, Augustana College, 2018
• Doctorate of Physical Therapy, Northern Illinois University, 2023

Certifications:

• Licensed Physical Therapist (PT)
• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

Treatment Specialties & Focus:

• Experience diagnosing and treating a wide variety of musculoskeletal conditions.
• Special interest in orthopedics, manual therapy, and concussions.

ROCKFORD

Education:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Occupational Therapy, University of Kansas, 1985

Certifications:

• Licensed Occupational Therapist (OTR/L)
• Certified Hand Therapist, Hand Therapy Certification Commission, 1999

Treatment Specialties & Focus:

• Extensive training focus on differential diagnosis and treatment of complex upper extremity disorders.
• Leah has gained a reputation for individual care including a personalized treatment plan developed along with the patient.
• Evaluating and assisting patients who have not achieved their therapy goals elsewhere.
• Fabrication of custom orthotics/splints with a strong focus on not only effectiveness of the device but comfort.
• Over 39 years experience in specialized treatment of orthopedic injuries including but not limited to fractures, tendon/nerve repairs, nerve entrapments and overuse syndromes. This includes all aspects of the upper extremity; shoulder, elbow, wrist and hand.

Professional Associations

• Active Member, American Society of Hand Therapists (ASHT)

ROCKFORD

Education:

• Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training, South Dakota State University, 1998
• Master of Science Degree in Athletic Administration (MS), Eastern Illinois University, 1999

Certifications:

• Licensed Athletic Trainer (LAT)
• Athletic Trainer Certified (ATC)
• Fascial Movement Taping Certified
• Graston Technique Therapy Provider

Treatment Specialties & Focus:

• Provides lead athletic training services to Stillman Valley High School athletes.
• Interests include orthopedics, sports medicine, and industrial rehabilitation.
• Performs pre-employment testing for local industry including WorkSTEPS.

Professional Associations

• Active Member, National Athletic Trainers Association (NATA)
• Active Member, Illinois Athletic Trainers Association (IATA)

RKFD/BAGO

Education:

Certified in Massage Therapy by Northern Prairie School of Massage & Bodywork in Sycamore, IL in 2007. Specializes in Swedish and prenatal massage.