Alec Schumacher, PT

I have been practicing as an outpatient physical therapist since 2015, and I became a Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopedic Physical Therapy in 2017 through the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties (ABPTS).

My areas of specialty include:

• Low back pain
• Neck pain
• Shoulder pain
• Hip pain
• Knee pain
• Foot and ankle pain
• Running related injuries
• Golfing related injuries
• Pelvic Joint Dysfunction

Additional professional interests include:

• Management of distance running related injuries from rehabilitation to performance
• Exploring and addressing biopsychosocial considerations in managing persistent pain
• Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) informed physical therapy and graded exposure to help reframe pain experiences and improve function.

I am passionate about helping every patient understand their condition and to ensure they have the tools necessary to succeed in the short term and long term. My highest priority is to ensure patients feel valued as individuals and as partners in their care. I am committed to lifelong learning and keeping informed with current best evidence to ensure my patients are receiving the best possible care towards achieving their goals.