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Brittney Mikkelsen

DPT, OCS, Cert. DN

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Doctor of Physical Therapy, Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist, Certified in Dry Needling

Brittney graduated with a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Creighton University in Omaha, Nebraska in 2019. During her college career, Brittney participated in research as a research assistant at Creighton University and was published in the International Journal of Research in Exercise Physiology. She joined the ActivePT team in 2022.

Shoulder, back, hip, and knee treatment are Brittney’s areas of special interest. She is passionate about providing patients with the tools and education they need to improve their quality of life. Brittney believes that the best results come from creating a customized treatment plan based on each person’s goals. She uses a holistic approach and hands-on treatment to go beyond a strengthening program to target the direct source of pain.

Brittney lives in Rochester and enjoys crafting, running, boating, and spending time with family and friends.

 

Certifications and Education

  • OCS – Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist
  • DPT – Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Creighton University – 2019
  • Cert. DN – Certification in Dry Needling from the Spinal Manipulation and Dry Needling Institute of the American Academy of Manipulative Therapy, Montgomery, Alabama
  • Certified in kinesiology taping

Advanced Training

  • Extremity Management to Training and Dry Needling – ICE Physio