Some musculosekletal 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 masters of science in physical therapy from the University of Texas, Galveston (Undergraduate U.T. Austin). She is an active presenter and researcher dedicated to working in outpatient orthopaedics. 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 enables her patients to return to full activity with minimal therapy sessions.
Jimmy Simmonds, PT
Jimmy holds a masters of science in physical therapy form Texas Woman’s University in Houston (Undergraduate Texas A&M University) 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.
Kendal Jacobson, PT
Kendal holds a masters of science in physical therapy form Texas Woman’s University in Houston (Undergraduate Auburn University). She is also a Certified Athletic Trainer and Massage Therapist. Prior to joining Austin Sports Medicine in 2005, she had 17 years of experience in orthopedics and sports medicine. Her athletic training outreach experience includes work in a variety of high schools, amateur, college, and semi-professional sports settings. As an athletic trainer and massage therapist, Kendal worked with the Houston Ballet. Completion of specialized internship training has enabled her to be an expert in the manual therapy and rehabilitation of performing artists.
Lisa Ferris, PT
Lisa holds a masters of science in physical therapy from the University of Evansville (Undergraduate University of Kentucky). 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 in Houston, TX and Charlotte, NC.