LODO PHYSICAL THERAPY - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Physical Therapist / MSPT, MTC, ATC, PMA® - CPT
Breana has been in the healthcare field for over 20 years. She earned her Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training from the University of Findlay, Ohio and moved to Colorado in 2000 to pursue a Master's Degree in Physical Therapy from Regis University. Her passion for education and movement led her to attain Pilates education through Polestar Pilates and a Running Certification through Runity - a Polestar partner company. She is a Certified Pilates Teacher (CPT) through Pilates Method Alliance and a Certified CoreAlign Instructor with Balanced Body Education.
Throughout her practice of physical therapy, she integrates manual therapy, movement re-education and functional dry needling (KinetaCore). This combined approach facilitates efficient movement behavior enabling the client to grow awareness to and correct their dysfunctional movement patterns. Breana assists clients in recovering from a range of musculoskeletal, orthopedic injuries to neurodynamic and postural dysfunctions of the spine and extremities.
Empowerment, education and awareness are the benchmark elements she provides throughout her practice. Teaching clients how to move and return to their desired activity level is her personal passionate goal. In her free time, Breana enjoys being with her family, traveling, hiking, skiing, trail running, golfing, playing basketball and pretty much any sport and adventure outside!
John grew up in Omaha, Nebraska with a background in a variety of sports. He went on to earn his Bachelor of Science degree at Truman State University in Missouri where he also played collegiate soccer. After graduating from Truman, John moved out to Arizona to get is Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy at A.T. Still University in Mesa, AZ.
Within a year of getting his DPT, John pursued his Orthopedic Residency through Regis University. John's residency has given him extensive education in evidence-based practice, manual therapy, movement analysis and certification in functional dry needling. John enjoys treating a wide variety of orthopedic patients with a special interest in soccer, golf, and over-head athletes.
In his free time, John enjoys hanging out with friends and family, playing soccer, golf, snowboarding, cooking and watching sports.
Phil established LoDo Physical Therapy in order to provide the Denver community with the highest quality physical therapy services available anywhere in Colorado. He is dedicated to this clinic, where all physical therapists have more than a decade of development, experience and extensive post-graduate training.
His strong background in Orthopaedics and biomechanics is complemented by comprehensive training in manual therapy and functional dry needling. Phil firmly believes that his primary mission is educating and empowering his patients. He appreciates the challenge that every patient brings and enjoys solving the "puzzle" that others have missed.
Phillip first developed a passion for physical therapy following his own extensive rehabilitation. After earning his Bachelors of Science from Auburn University, Phillip spent three years working primarily in sports performance. He also coordinated unique strength and conditioning programs for youth, high school & college teams, as well as endurance athletes.
Following that, he returned to his home town of St. Louis to complete his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Washington University. He then launched his professional career in the Pacific Northwest. As Phillip continued to pursue his interest in human movement, he directed his focus on the Movement Systems Impairments (MSI) approach as taught by Shirley Sahrmann, PT, PhD, FAPTA. He's also received additional training in the Washington University Running Clinic, which incorporates video analysis to identify biomechanical dysfunction in recreational and competitive runners.
Phillip employs a blended treatment approach, utilizing manual and movement-based interventions to help his patients better understand and modify their unique movement patterns. He enjoys treating a wide variety of patients, and sees their goals as the centerpiece of an effective, personalized treatment method. He utilizes communication, compassion, and education to empower his patients to take control of their overall lifestyle. Outside of the clinic, Phillip enjoys biking, skiing, cooking, hiking, and playing golf. He is also an avid sports fan, especially when it comes to his hometown St. Louis Cardinals and St. Louis Blues!