Some musculoskeletal injuries can be successfully resolved conservatively with physical therapy ("PT") instead of surgery. If PT alone does not resolve your issue, PT may also be prescribed in conjunction with preparation for and/or rehabilitation after surgery.

When referred for physical therapy, our hands-on physical therapists will perform an evaluation and develop a treatment plan specific to your needs using exercise, modalities, and manual techniques. The focus is on teaching you how to heal yourself and get you back to activities as quickly as possible. Our in-house facility allows for continuous communication between the doctors and the physical therapists. Our physical therapists also offer sports specific injury prevention evaluations to minimize the risk of injury by establishing or maintaining a reliable exercise program.

Heidi Heilman, PT

Heidi holds a Master of Science in Physical Therapy from the University of Texas, Galveston (Undergraduate U.T. Austin) and is certified by the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners. She has completed extensive continuing education in a range of treatment methodsto provide an eclectic approach to patient care. As a McKenzie Certified Therapist Heidi combines manual therapy with positioning techniques to enable fast effective return to sports. She is currently working on certification in Orthopaedic Medicine and Manual Therapy through the International Academy of Orthopaedic Medicine. Her extensive experience in working with all levels and ages of athletes allows her patients to return to full activity with minimal therapy sessions.

Jimmy Simmonds, PT

Jimmy holds a Master of Science in Physical Therapy from Texas Woman's University in Houston (Undergraduate Texas A&M University) and is certified by the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners. He is a committed presenter /instructor with experience on all levels of clinical sports/orthopaedic management. This includes past experience treating a variety of professional and collegiate athletes, four years in San Antonio, in addition to working with patients of all recreational/activity levels. He is currently working on obtaining certification in orthopaedic sports medicine and manual therapy through the International Academy of Orthopaedic Medicine.

Lisa Ferris, PT

Lisa holds a Master of Science in Physical Therapy from the University of Evansville (Undergraduate University of Kentucky) and is certified by the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners. She is an experienced therapist with expertise in outpatient orthopedics. Prior to joining Austin Sports Medicine Team in 2006, she worked as a Physical Therapist with Sports Performance International, Concentra Medical Center and other facilities in Houston, TX and Charlotte, NC.

Joel Grace, P.T.

Joel holds a Master of Science in Physical Therapy from the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston (Undergraduate at Baylor University) and is certified by the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners. He is an experienced therapist with expertise in outpatient orthopedics, neurorehab, and functional training. Prior to joining Austin Sports Medicine Team he served as Physical Therapist with Scott & White and the HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital in Houston and Austin.