Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Physical Therapy Solutions in Metairie, LA
Baudry Therapy Center, operating as BRIO | Baudry Physical Therapy, has dedicated over three decades to transforming lives through personalized physical therapy and health performance services. Our mission centers on eliminating pain and restoring vitality, guided by a team of certified professionals with combined clinical experience exceeding 80 years. We prioritize individualized care, employing evidence-based techniques like manual therapy, dry needling, and customized exercise programs to address conditions ranging from sports injuries to chronic pain.Our approach emphasizes long-term wellness through education, hands-on treatment, and functional rehabilitation. Recognized as a trusted healthcare resource in Metairie and Harahan, we maintain state-of-the-art facilities and direct access to physical therapy services without requiring physician referrals. Our success stories highlight measurable outcomes in pain reduction and improved quality of life for patients across diverse age groups and activity levels.
Services
Physical Therapy
BRIOfit Training
BRIOsports
BRIOworks
Sports Rehabilitation
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of combined clinical experience in physical therapy
- Our team includes certified specialists in orthopedics and sports rehabilitation
- We provide direct access to physical therapy without physician referrals
- Customized treatment plans address both immediate pain and long-term wellness
- Success stories demonstrate measurable improvements in patient mobility and quality of life
What people say
Personalized treatment plans
Expert physical therapists
Effective pain relief
Rapid recovery results
Supportive environment
Services
Physical Therapy
Our physical therapy services address musculoskeletal conditions through customized treatment plans. Certified therapists employ manual techniques, functional exercises, and patient education to treat back pain, neck pain, and post-surgical rehabilitation. Treatment focuses on restoring mobility, reducing inflammation, and preventing future injuries through evidence-based practices tailored to individual recovery goals.
BRIOfit Training
BRIOfit offers semi-private fitness training programs designed to improve overall wellness and prevent injuries. Certified coaches develop individualized exercise regimens that enhance strength, flexibility, and functional movement patterns. The program emphasizes accountability, progressive conditioning, and injury prevention strategies for both general fitness enthusiasts and aging populations seeking to maintain independence.
BRIOsports
BRIOsports specializes in athletic performance training and sports injury rehabilitation. Our 10-week program develops speed, strength, and confidence for high school athletes while preventing sports-related injuries. Certified specialists create sport-specific recovery plans that restore function and prepare athletes for safe return to competition through targeted strength training and movement analysis.
BRIOworks
BRIOworks delivers workplace wellness solutions that improve employee health and productivity. Our programs combine ergonomic assessments, preventive care education, and customized fitness initiatives to reduce workplace injuries and healthcare costs. Services include on-site health screenings, injury prevention workshops, and tailored wellness plans that promote long-term employee engagement and organizational success.
Manual Therapy
Manual therapy techniques include joint mobilization, soft tissue work, and neuromuscular re-education to restore normal movement patterns. Certified therapists use ASTYM, dry needling, and myofascial release to treat chronic pain conditions and accelerate recovery from musculoskeletal injuries. This hands-on approach targets tissue restrictions and movement dysfunctions that contribute to persistent pain and limited mobility.
People
Richard Baudry
Founder and CEO
Dr. Richard Baudry, DPT, OCS, founded BRIO Physical Therapy with over 30 years of clinical expertise in orthopedic physical therapy. His leadership emphasizes evidence-based practice and patient-centered care.
Leslie Baudry
Chief Operating Officer
Leslie Baudry has served as COO since 2008, overseeing operations and strategic growth while maintaining the clinic's commitment to personalized patient care and community health initiatives.
Kevin Dessauer
Physical Therapist
Dr. Kevin Dessauer, DPT, COMT specializes in orthopedic manual therapy with advanced training in clinical orthopedic manual therapy techniques for treating complex musculoskeletal conditions.
Joshua Bryant
Physical Therapist
Dr. Joshua Bryant, DPT, OCS focuses on sports rehabilitation and post-surgical recovery, combining manual therapy techniques with performance-based training to optimize patient outcomes.
Ann-Marie Williams
Patient-Care Coordinator
Ann-Marie Williams brings 30+ years of healthcare coordination experience, managing patient care logistics and ensuring seamless communication between patients, therapists, and referring physicians.
Questions
What conditions do you treat?
We treat back pain, neck pain, shoulder injuries, knee conditions, sports injuries, and post-surgical rehabilitation needs using evidence-based physical therapy techniques.
Do I need a doctor's referral?
No referral is needed for physical therapy services in Louisiana. You can schedule directly with our licensed therapists for immediate care.
What insurance do you accept?
Most major insurance plans cover our services. Contact our office to verify your specific benefits and out-of-pocket costs.
Are your therapists certified specialists?
Yes, our team includes board-certified specialists in orthopedics, sports rehabilitation, and manual therapy with combined clinical experience exceeding 80 years.
What wellness programs are available?
BRIOfit fitness programs and BRIOworks corporate wellness solutions focus on injury prevention, functional fitness, and workplace health optimization for active individuals and businesses.
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