Business Details
25 Years
experience
Expert Physical Therapy in Arkansas & Missouri
At GTS Physical Therapy, we are dedicated to helping individuals in Arkansas and Missouri achieve optimal health through personalized physical, occupational, and speech therapy services. With over 17 convenient locations, our team of licensed professionals crafts individualized treatment plans to alleviate pain, enhance mobility, and prevent future injuries. Our practice prioritizes hands-on care, advanced techniques, and a welcoming environment to ensure patients receive the highest quality rehabilitation.Recognized for our community-focused approach, we extend our commitment beyond clinical walls through initiatives like the Hometown Strong Program. Our therapists combine expertise with compassion, offering evidence-based treatments for conditions ranging from back pain to neurological disorders, ensuring each patient receives the support needed to live a pain-free, active life.
Services
Physical Therapy
Occupational Therapy
Speech Therapy
Sports Medicine
Post-Surgical Rehabilitation
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique needs.
- Our team consists of certified experts with decades of collective experience.
- We prioritize hands-on care and advanced techniques for effective outcomes.
- Our 17 convenient locations ensure accessible care across Arkansas & Missouri.
- We emphasize community wellness through initiatives like the Hometown Strong Program.
What people say
Excellent care
Knowledgeable staff
Personalized treatment
Supportive environment
Positive outcomes
Services
Physical Therapy
GTS Physical Therapy offers individualized physical therapy programs designed to restore mobility and reduce pain. Our licensed therapists utilize manual therapy, therapeutic exercises, and advanced modalities to treat conditions like back pain, sports injuries, and post-surgical recovery. Patients benefit from one-on-one sessions focused on improving strength, flexibility, and overall function through science-backed techniques tailored to their specific needs.
Occupational Therapy
Our occupational therapy services help patients regain independence in daily activities. Specialized programs address hand injuries, neurological conditions, and work-related impairments. Therapists employ customized exercises, adaptive equipment training, and ergonomic assessments to enhance fine motor skills and improve quality of life for individuals recovering from injuries or managing chronic conditions.
Speech Therapy
GTS provides speech-language pathology services for communication and swallowing disorders. Certified specialists work with patients recovering from strokes, traumatic brain injuries, or developmental delays using evidence-based techniques to improve speech clarity, cognitive-communication skills, and oral motor function through targeted therapeutic interventions.
Sports Medicine
The sports medicine program focuses on injury prevention and performance enhancement for athletes. Certified specialists develop rehabilitation plans incorporating sport-specific exercises, biomechanical analysis, and strength training to accelerate recovery from sprains, fractures, and soft tissue injuries while minimizing re-injury risks through proper movement pattern correction.
Post-Surgical Rehabilitation
Comprehensive post-operative care includes phased recovery programs for joint replacements, spinal surgeries, and musculoskeletal procedures. Therapists collaborate with surgeons to optimize healing through progressive mobility exercises, pain management techniques, and functional training that safely restores patients' independence and pre-surgery activity levels.
People
Andrew Nelson
PT, DPT, COMT, CMTPT
Andrew Nelson combines 15 years of clinical expertise with specialized certifications in manual therapy to address complex musculoskeletal conditions. His patient-centered approach focuses on restoring movement and function through evidence-based interventions tailored to individual recovery goals.
Emily Crawford
PT, DPT
Dr. Emily Crawford specializes in orthopedic and sports rehabilitation, helping patients recover from injuries with personalized treatment plans that integrate therapeutic exercise, patient education, and functional training to maximize outcomes.
Kristi Harris
PT, CLT
Kristi Harris brings lymphedema certification and decades of experience in women's health to her practice, providing compassionate care for patients with chronic conditions through targeted therapeutic interventions and supportive follow-up.
Jill Carithers
SLP
As a speech-language pathologist, Jill Carithers specializes in neurogenic communication disorders and swallowing dysfunction, utilizing innovative techniques to help patients regain essential communication abilities and oral motor control after medical events.
Tiffany Difani
OTR/L
Tiffany Difani focuses on hand therapy and upper extremity rehabilitation, applying advanced manual techniques and activity-specific training to restore fine motor skills and functional independence for patients with complex hand injuries.
Questions
What conditions does GTS Physical Therapy treat?
We treat musculoskeletal conditions, neurological disorders, sports injuries, post-surgical recovery, and specialized programs for chronic pain, vertigo, and lymphedema.
Do I need a referral for physical therapy?
Arkansas and Missouri allow direct access to physical therapy, but check with your insurance provider to confirm coverage requirements.
What should I wear to physical therapy sessions?
Wear comfortable athletic clothing and shoes that allow movement while exposing the treatment area for proper assessment.
How long do therapy sessions typically last?
Sessions generally range from 45 minutes to an hour, with duration adjusted based on individual treatment plans and progress.
Does insurance cover therapy services?
Most major insurance providers cover our services – check with your specific carrier for details about co-pays and network participation.
What makes GTS different from other clinics?
Our personalized one-on-one care, community-focused approach, and comprehensive treatment techniques create superior patient outcomes across 17 accessible locations.
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