3 Best Physical Therapists in Rochester, MN

“Adam Shaffer finished his Doctorate in Physical Therapy at Clarke University in Dubuque, Iowa, in 2015. He graduated from Saint Cloud State University with a B.S. in Biomedical Sciences while playing football. He has been a member of the ActivePT team since August 2016. He is a certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist. He is also a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) at the National Strength and Conditioning Association, Colorado Springs, Colorado. He is Certified in the Clinical Management of Fitness Athletes through ICE Physio. He also holds certification of Advanced training in Vestibular Evaluation and Rehabilitation from the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago. He specializes in spinal manipulation, dry needling, and clinical management of fitness athletes. His areas of interest include elbow injuries, jaw pain, sports injury rehabilitation, neck and back pain treatment, vertigo and vestibular disorders, and post-surgical rehabilitation. He is the Director of Rochester RAC Clinic.”

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“BJ Nash completed his doctoral degree at Minnesota’s Mayo School of Health Sciences and a bachelor’s degree in exercise science from Black Hills State University in South Dakota. He is a licensed Physical Therapist. He specializes in acute and chronic orthopedic injuries, pre and post-operative care, vestibular dysfunctions, lower back pain, and chronic pain management. Nash uses hands-on treatment and active exercise to reduce pain and enhance functionality with over eight years of diverse experience in emergency medicine, outpatient orthopedic private practice, and hospice care. He practices at Hive Therapy and Wellness. They provide exceptional and individualized care.”

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“Kaitlyn Fischer graduated with a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from The College of St. Scholastica in Duluth, MN, in 2019. She finished a Fellowship in Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy through the American Academy of Manipulative Therapy (AAMT) in 2023. She earned her undergraduate education at Gustavus Adolphus College in 2016, majoring in athletic training and a minor in coaching with softball emphasis. She finished her Fellowship at the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists. She holds a Diploma in osteopathy from the American Academy of Manipulative Therapy. She is a certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist. She holds a Certification in Spinal Manipulative Therapy from the American Academy of Manipulative Therapy. She is also a Certified Athletic Trainer and Licensed Athletic Trainer. She practices at ActivePT-Rochester North.”

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