With OrthoNebraska since 2007, Ryan was the first fellowship-trained physical therapist in the state of Nebraska and is a board-certified clinical specialist in orthopedics. Among his specialties is a focus on Thrower’s Performance. Ryan enjoys working with pitchers, quarterbacks and other throwing athletes – from all levels of play – to decrease pain, improve performance and/or prevent re-injury.
Hometown: Estherville, IA
Ages treated: 12+
Accepts workers comp: Yes
Credentials
Certifications
- Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT)
- Fellow of the American Association of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists (FAAOMPT)
- Board Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy
- Graston Technique Trained
Education
- Des Moines University | DPT, 2004
- Des Moines University | Masters in Physical Therapy, 2002
- Northwestern College | BS, 1999 (Biology)
Memberships & Awards
- Ranked in Top 8% for functional improvement results in orthopedic rehabilitation per visit, 60+ million patient outcomes from April 2025 – March 2026 (FOTO)
- Ranked in Top 13% for functional improvement results in shoulder rehabilitation per visit, 11+ million patient outcomes from January – December 2025 (FOTO)
- American Physical Therapy Association (Orthopedic and Sports section)
- Nebraska Physical Therapy Association
- American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists
- Journal of Physical Therapy (Associate Editor)
- Specialty Academy of Content Experts (Item Writer, Orthopedics)
- Journal of Manual and Manipulative Therapy (Editorial Reviewer)