Physical Therapists
Christopher Youso, PT -
Title: Physical Therapist & Clinical Director
Education:
Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology - 1996
University of Texas - Austin, TX
Associates of Applied Science - 1997
San Antonio Community College - San Antonio, TX
Master of Science in Physical Therapy - 2002
Southwest Texas State University - San Marcos, TX
Continuing Education:
Aquatic Rehab Training (ATRI)
Assessment & Treatment of Compression Neuropathies of the Upper Extremity
Sports Medicine Rehab (UTHSCSA)
Clinical Instructor Certification (TPTA)
Certifications:
Member of the TPTA & APTA since 2000
Certified Clinical Instructor (TPTA)
CPR
Experience:
Former Scholarship athlete for The University of Texas at Austin - Football (1992-1995)
Special Interests:
Orthopedics
Sports Rehab
Aquatic Therapy - Donna Brath-Sowell, PT
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Title: Physical Therapist
Education:
* Bachelor of Science - 1975
Major - Biology
Minor - Psychology
University of Texas - Austin, TX
* Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy - 1976
UTHSC - Dallas, TX
Continuing Education:
* Pediatrics
* Sports Medicine Symposium in San Antonio
* Orthopedics
* HippoTherapy
Certifications:
* CPR
Experience:
* 29 years of experience in P.T.
* Methodist Hospital - Houston, TX
Supervised Sports Medicine - worked with professional sports teams: Astros (baseball), Aeros (hockey), Oilers (football)
* School for Multiple Handicapped Children - HISD
Director of Physical Therapy
Special Olympics
* Richmond State School
Initiated HippoTherapy program - 1983
Aquatics
Special Olympics - Aquatics & Equestrian
Wheel Chair Modification
Orthotics
* Austin Communitiy College
Instructor of Physical Agents course - 2002
Special Intrests:
* Pediatrics
* Orthopedics
* Aquatics
* Sports Rehab
- Donna Robles, PT
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- Jami Gilbert, PT
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Title: Physical Therapist
Education:
* Bachelor of Arts in Kinesiology - 2001
Graduated Magna Cum Laude - St. Edwards University
* Master of Science in Physical Therapy - 2004
Texas State University
Continued Education:
* Aquatic Symposium 2004
* Cardiopulmonary Rehab for the Geriatric Population 2005
Certifications:
* CPR
* APTA/TPTA Membership
Experience:
* Collegiate Women's Basketball Player - St. Edward's University 1998-2001
Special Intrests:
* Sports Rehabilitaion
* Orthopeadics
* Aquatic Therapy
- Jennifer Howicz, PTA
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- Mia McKee, PTA
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- Michael Larrinaga, PT
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Education:
• Bachelor of Science in Biology/Pre-Med, Health Education, and Physical Education - 1972
Stephen F. Austin University
• Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy - 1974
graduated with High Honors - U.T.M.B Galveston
Continuing Education:
• Utilizing Cognitive-Behavioral Approach in the Treatment of Chronic Intractable Pain Syndromes
• Work Hardening and Job Site Analysis
• Pilates Core Strength and Stabilization
• EMG/Neuro-muscular Re-training
• Mckenzie and Spinal Therapy
• Feldenkrais and Alexander Techniques
• Myofascial Release Techniques
• Swiss Ball Balance Stabilization
• Sports Medicine and Athletic Training
• Treatment of RSD/CRPS
• Treatment of Fibromyalgia and Myofascial Pain Syndromes
• Treatment of Migraine and Muscle Tension Headaches
• Applications of Electro-acutherapy, Light, Sound, and TENS in treatment of pain
Certifications:
• CPR
Experience:
• 33 Years as a Physical Therapist
• University of Texas Health Center Orthopedics and Sports Medicine - 4 years
• St. David's Pain Management Program Treatment of Chronic Pain Conditions - 18 years
• U.T.M.B. Galveston - Burns and Wound Care
Special Interests:
• Sports Medicine
• Neuro-muscular Retraining
• Aquatic Therapy
• Movement Therapies
• TENS
• EMG
• Electro-Acutherapy
• Myofascial Techniques - Nikki Hawken, PTA
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Nikki Hawken, PTA
Physical Therapist Assistant
Education:
• Associate Degree of Applied Science – 2006
• Registered Massage Therapist – 1996
Certifications:
• CPR & First Aid
Experience:
• 1 year of experience in Physical Therapy
• Adult
• Pediatric Population
• Aquatic & GYM
• Acute Care
• Wound Care
• Inpatient and outpatient Rehabilitation Facility
• 10 years experience in Massage Therapy
Board Certifications:
• Texas State Board of Examiners of Physical Therapy
• Texas State Board of Massage Therapy
- Shannon M. Casati, PTA
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Shannon Casati, PTA
Physical Therapist Assistant
Certified Pilates Instructor
Education:
• Associate Degree of Applied Science – 2004
Certifications:
• CPR / First Aid
• Pilates Instructor
• McKenzie A & B
Experience:
• Over 3 years of experience in Physical Therapy
• Adult Population
• Pediatric Population
• Aquatic & GYM
• Therapist at Spine Austin for 1 1/2 years
• Professional Dancer
Board Certifications:
• Texas State Board of Examiners of Physical Therapy
- Stacey Diaz, PTA
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More coming soon!
