Reviews

"I received excellent care here. They are very professional and I would highly recommend them."

"I am so impressed with Steve and Break Free’s amazing service! I understand the stretches I am doing and I feel like my PT genuinely wants me to get better. 10/10, would recommend."

"Steve and Delaney are wonderful! Not only will you receive compassionate care as a patient here, but you will also leave with a wealth of practical knowledge to help empower you to have the best health and quality of life. I’ve suffered from chronic pain for over 15 years and have often felt stuck, as though it was simply my cross to bear. However, after a short time of working with Steve, I now feel like there is light at the end of the tunnel and have hope that I can truly ‘Break Free’ from this pain. Thank you Steve and Delaney! You’re the best."

"Break Free Physical Therapy was the perfect fit to complete recommended therapy for issues with my knees. Steve is professional and understands anatomy and physiology of the human body. He is observant , assesses and makes adjustments to your program at each visit. I would recommend him to persons of all ages and any conditions needing physical therapy."

"Very friendly and knowledgeable."

"Steve Hanley at Break Free Physical Therapy is an exceptional therapist. Steve will always take the time to listen to your concerns and he will explain his treatment plan. He educates his clients with a thorough explanation of the bones and muscles in need of therapy, and how they function within the body. He will explain the techniques he uses and why he has chosen them. In my experience Steve has always used manual therapy (massage), as well as physical exercise. Throughout the sessions Steve has also exhibited tremendous empathy and genuine concern. He will give each patient his full attention, and will use his expertise to see them through their journey to complete recovery. Steve is a knowledgeable, professional and empathetic therapist and I would give him 10 stars if I could."

"Steve did an awesome job in working with my back and leg issues. He was very knowledgeable and professional, also he explained why we were doing the exercises he had me do. I would highly recommend him."

"This is a great place and the people are so friendly and informative. Highly recommend!"

"Who doesn't love a well professional, full of knowledge, physical therapist. This man is so liked by me and now my mom. He has excellent bed side manners and awesome communication skills to help you understand what happened and the treatment he will be providing for your Stent with him. Highly recommended."

"They are very knowledgeable and take the time to explain."

"I highly recommend Break Free Physical Therapy. I am recovering from a patella fracture and have been impressed with the level of knowledge Steve possesses and the treatment plan he has implemented for my therapy. I feel he is dedicated to helping me achieve my goals and will give me the feedback and guidance needed in order to continue to move forward."

"Very knowledgeable. Very professional. Best therapy business I have ever been to. Highly recommend."

"I suffer from plantar fasciitis. I let it go way too long. Steve and Delaney have been amazing to work with. They have provided me with information and education about my condition. They have given me strength and stretches. In 3 weeks I am feeling much better. I am cautious to going back to my old routine and habits. But I do have hope that with continued success in this clinic I will be better than before."

"I’ve had a constant knee pain when lifting weights and doing squats. In Break free physical Therapy, I was taught how to improve my technique, and work towards my goal. My knee has improved a lot, and so has my technique. I really appreciate their expertise, and high quality environment."

"Steve is great at figuring out the problem and fixing it."

"Steve listens intently and engages personally in every aspect of my therapy. I’m glad I found Break Free PT."

"Great people and atmosphere! Provided at home exercises. Enjoy going for each appointment!"

"I have been receiving treatment at this facility for about 2 months and have made tremendous progress. I feel very comfortable under Steve's care and highly recommend his services. I couldn't be happier with my progress. He is a true professional!!"

"Steve is the real deal! He knows his stuff but doesn't communicate to you in a way that's over your head. I've come to him with multiple injuries, and he's treated me in his clinic and provided me with at-home plans that have led to full recoveries after each incident. His clinic is comfortable, bright, and clean and is in a convenient location on the west side of Springfield. The best thing about Steve, though, is that he's incredibly kind. He takes his time to listen to you, understands your goals, and treats every patient with compassion. If you're searching for a PT clinic, Break Free needs to be your first call!"

"Therapy was great! Glad that I went there for several weeks. After all the therapy, my back, wrist and balance are all doing well. If I have amy problems, I can do the exercises at home that Steve gave me. Thanks for helping me! I will definitely come back if in pain again."

"At 88, now 89, my balance was a little off and I worried about falling and not being able to get up on my own. Steve at Break Free PT challenged me with simple exercises and now I have more confidence to continue doing the things I enjoy. I intend to continue working at home to maintain/improve what was achieved in my sessions."

"Steve is very informative and provided a thorough assessment and treatment plan for my tension aches and pains. Using the techniques he taught in combination with dry-needling, I was able to obtain maximum results relieving those pains. My migraine count/migraine medication intake has significantly decreased. I am completely revitalized! Going to Break Free has made such a positive impact!"

"Steve is very knowledgeable and pinpoints your issues and focus’s on getting you back to 100 percent. Highly recommended"

"I enjoy doing physical therapy at Break Free Physical Therapy. Steve has helped me so much since I have had foot surgery in December of 2023. I have noticed I have been walking a lot better since my foot surgery"

"Break Free Physical Therapy is an excellent choice for personalized, mindful care. You won't be passed around between 3-4 different therapists/assistants. You won't just follow a rote script of exercises based solely on a three word description of your malady. Steve looks at more than just the main injury site and provides explanations and definitions of what he observes as he prescribes treatment. My time seeing him was one of the most positive I have had in a physical therapy environment. And I have had many."

"Professional, friendly, and clean. Would recommend to anyone."

"Steve at break free physical therapy is really good at what he does and does everything he can to get you back to the way you were before your injury I highly recommend him as a therapist"

"I can't recommend Steve enough. I am runner and I developed an overuse issue in my hip that became bad enough that I was having trouble walking. Steve very thoroughly explained what he found the problem to be and came up with a progressive plan to fix the issues. He did not focus on the specific issue alone but helped me solve the bigger issue problem that stemmed from my running mechanics. The single thing that I appreciated the most- not one time did he tell me to quit running as the prescribed fix. We worked through the issue while I was still able to run. I hope I never need to go back but if I ever do there will be zero question as to where I will turn to for advice and treatment."

"Steve is the real deal. I was in Springfield to visit my mother and was able to see him twice in a week. I’ve had tightness on my side, QL, and also back pain for years. He helped me better understand my own anatomy and asymmetries as well as giving me a game plan as to what I need to work on in order to build myself up and fix myself. So thankful to Steve. He’s a pro."

"Steve is a great guy, great motivator, and good friend. As an athlete trying to make it back to the second half of my basketball season after a football injury, Steve has taken care of me and brought me back to 80% and I’m almost ready to be able to play quicker than what we assumed. I recommend for sure."

"Steve listened to a rather muddled set of symptoms and provided an effective treatment plan. In addition, I left with a preventative exercise regimen that targets the root causes of my IT band issue. I have recommended Break Free to multiple people for their physical therapy needs."

"We had a great experience with Steve at Break Free PT. My daughter has special needs issues and he was very patient and really made us feel like "we can do this"!! It just nice to know that their are people like Steve that really care and want to help. Called multiple Phys Therapy clinics around town. And were told; we do not take patients with disabilities like Madison has. So we are definitely happy that Steve is up to the challenge."

"My 2 daughters and I have seen Steve Hanley over the last 7 years for various reasons. It started with my oldest daughter for her knee and back. The first Physical Therapist that we saw told us that she needed to quit tumbling and cheer and 'adjust her posture' and then she was discharged after 3 appointments even though the Doctor's order was for physical therapy for 6 weeks. That is when we went to see Steve. He worked with her for several weeks, acknowledging her goals and desire to continue her athletic/active life style. She was able to continue with cheer/tumbling though out her high school career pain free. We then reached out to Steve for his services for pre-therapy for my younger daughter (age 12-13 at the time) for scoliosis. He worked with her for approximately 2 years while she was still growing and in a back brace until her fusion surgery. Again, his work with her enabled her to continue an athletic and active life style as she was also a cheerleader and tumbler. After her spinal fusion, she saw him again for post surgical therapy. She then tore her ACL around a year later and we again went to Steve for pre and post surgical therapy. I have seen Steve for therapy on my back and I am currently seeing him for post-surgical therapy for a knee replacement. I also saw Steve for pre-surgical knee replacement therapy, and will see him when I have the 2nd knee replacement. Steve is absolutely amazing with the younger patients as well as the older. He always knew exactly how far to push my girls and when they had enough and adjusted therapy to their needs. He is excellent at explaining his plan and the reasons for what his plan is. He makes sure that the patient (and parents) understand everything from diagnosis, to exercises, to possible issues that may occur, length of treatment and ultimate goals. There is NO one better than Steve. Go to BREAK FREE PHYSICAL THERAPY! I promise, you won't be disappointed!"

"Steve is so knowledgeable and patient. I have felt very comfortable with his approach and have seen progress that I no longer believed was possible."

"Clean, professional, and very knowledgeable service provided. Steve listens to you and develops a plan to make your life better. He explains all in a manner that is easy to understand, and makes certain to have your buy-in with the treatment plan. I am so grateful, and relived, to have found him. I'm already seeing great improvement in just 2 weeks!"

"Steve is the best. Why would you go anywhere else?!"

"Highly recommend! Knowledgeable and professional care. Second to none."

"Highly recommended! Thorough - Clear communication - Caring - User friendly scheduling and payment systems - Knowledgeable - Professional - and more! I am so glad I chose Break Free Physical Therapy when I experienced a running injury right before the start of my triathlon season. Not only did Steve help me recover from the injury, but he educated me along the way and helped me understand how to reduce the possibility of injury in the future. Then, beyond the quality and professionalism of the care I received, I truly believe Steve desired the very best for me and what I wanted to accomplish. I am now nearing the end of this season and I am looking forward to accomplishing my largest triathlon event goal in just a few weeks. I am extremely grateful for Steve and Break Free...and when the next injury occurs, I will be right back in the door excited to work through it and get back in the race."

"I always have a good experience. Steve is very knowledgeable and helpful. I would recommend him to all"

"Steve helped me manage an injury before my half marathon. In addition, he also provided me with strategies to improve my running for the future. Very knowledgeable and kind. Great medical professional"

"I have pregnancy-related pain. Steve at Break Free Physical Therapy has proven to been professional, informative, patient, and most of all helpful in teaching me how to alleviate my pain through purposeful exercises. He listens and takes what I have to say into consideration with each step of my individual program. I’m only 2 weeks in and already seeing great results in becoming pain-free and increasing my strength!"

"Steve Hanley is the most outstanding physical therapist I have ever received care from. He always looks at the big picture, explaining how the body works and why he chooses the exercises for you. I am a nurse with 9 bulging disks in my back and neck. I was a client of Steve's when I lived in Springfield. I moved about 50 miles away, and when I needed care again, I willingly drove the 100 miles round trip, knowing that he would help me on my journey to reduce pain and increase functionality. I highly recommend his services, and will make the trip when I need therapy again. And, to top it all off, he is very kind, and funny. Wish I could give more than 5 stars!"

"I chose Break Free Physical Therapy for my meniscus repair surgery treatment on my knee. After viewing the facility and meeting Steve, the owner/physical therapist, it was an easy decision. Steve is very knowledgeable in his profession. I am very impressed with the extra care and time Steve takes to ensure his patients fully recover. I recommend Break Free Physical Therapy to friends and family who want proper treatment."

"Steve’s a talented physical therapist, now with his own business. He definitely gets five stars!"

"Steve is an amazing medical professional. I have been going to him on and off for a few years (due to various injuries). He takes time with you, provides information in great detail, and has helped me recover each time. I have done dry needling, strength training, and desensitization while under his care. I would recommend him to anyone!"