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Connor Olson

DPT, Cert. DN

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Doctor of Physical Therapy, Certified in Dry Needling

Connor Olson DPT, Cert. DN graduated with a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Concordia University – St. Paul in 2019. He studied biology as an undergraduate at the University of Northwestern – St. Paul in 2015. During his college career, Connor played baseball at the University of Northwestern.  He joined the ActivePT team in 2024.

Connor has a passion for helping patients with neck pain, headaches, and care after concussions. He believes that no two patients are alike. Each patient has their own unique presentation that requires a tailored approach to care.  Connor also enjoys serving as a mentor to students and newer clinicians.

Connor lives in Pine Island with his wife and two cats. He enjoys reading books about leadership, working on cars and machinery, and welding.

 

Certifications and Education

  • Certification in Dry Needling from the Spinal Manipulation and Dry Needling Institute of the American Academy of Manipulative Therapy (Cert. DN),
  • Certified in Concussion Management by CCMI
  • Certified Clinical Instructor by the American Physical Therapy Association
  • Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Concordia University – St. Paul – 2019
  • Biology degree from University of Northwestern – St. Paul – 2015.

Advanced Training

  • Fellow in training with The American Academy of Manipulative Therapy
  • Advanced training in Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization
  • Extensive training in Spinal Manipulative Therapy from the Spinal Manipulation and Dry Needling Institute of the American Academy of Manipulative Therapy
  • Certified Clinical Instructor by the American Physical Therapy Association

Memberships

  • APTA – American Physical Therapy Association
  • MNAPTA – Minnesota Physical Therapy Association

Surgical Observation

  • Total knee arthroplasty (TKA)