The care you deserve.
Meet your therapist
In 2011, Steve graduated from Washington University in St. Louis with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy. His early work took him to Chicago, IL where his work centered in outpatient physical therapy, servicing clients with orthopedic conditions, sports injuries, surgeries, arthritis, and pain. He developed a passion for back pain treatment, hip & knee pain treatment, and athletic populations.
He has benefited from excellent mentors through his career that supported career growth and continued education. He believes in a mindset of continuous learning. Over recent years, he has obtained additional training, education, and certifications. Some areas of expertise include ASTYM (tool-asisted soft tissue mobilization), Dry Needling, TMD (TMJ), vertigo, chronic pain, worker’s comp evaluations, and a board specialty in orthopedics (OCS). These specialities demonstrate a great level of commitment to allow his patients to get better -> faster.
Family life led to Springfield, where the dream has come to life. Break Free opened its doors in the fall of 2022 and has been growing ever since. Former patients have returned, spreading the word of their results, supporting our business, and sharing the beginning of the journey with Break Free PT.
Outside of work, Steve enjoys spending time with his wife and children. He is hopeful to inspire his daughters to enjoy athletics and a healthy lifestyle. He is enthusiastic about his coffee, running, and any podcast topic you might mention. His optimism in contagious
A modern approach
The American Board of Physical Therapy Specialists (ABPTS) recognizes a top tier of therapists who achieve clinical speciality. This accomplishment verifies that your clinician is trained to treat a wide variety of conditions. Those who obtain the Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) are among a small group (6% of PT’s) who use the highest quality research to provide evidenced based treatment with complex musculoskeletal disorders and diseases. These specialists are among the most qualified health professionals to conservatively address pain and dysfunction including but not limited to muscle strains, ligament sprains, tendonitis, tendonosis, disc bulge, disc herniation, busitis, and post-surgical rehab.
Our Mission
Break Free PT offers a clear path for competitive athletes, active adults, and those pursuing improved health for return to life activities. We strive to achieve optimal function and fitness potential with a heavy emphasis on evidence based treatment, hands on care, and attention to detail.