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The Bad News
MSDs are:
Urgent Care and ER are not trained to provide solutions for MSDs
What is Neuromusculoskeletal Disorder?
Get The Right Care
Musculoskeletal disorders are commonly treated at the urgent care, emergency room, or primary cares office with treatments that only mask the symptoms.
Physical Therapists are the musculoskeletal experts and can provide you with the ability to move again pain free.
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When I first came, I had extreme pain in my left hip down to my left heel. There were many things I could not do or had too much pain to participate in. Walking, bending, and standing for long times was very difficult.Brittany worked with me and each week my pain lessened. She introduced me to many exercises that totally helped my pain level. I can now do almost everything that I would do without pain. Thanks to Brittany and Superior Physical Therapy!
- Cheryl Thompson
Rochelle Steimel
Julia Kellaway
When I started physical therapy, I had severe right leg pain from my hip to my ankle. I was sure PT was not going to help me. But after one week of coming to Superior Physical Therapy my thinking totally changed! My pain was subsiding and my attitude about PT had changed. Sarah and Aaron were great and kept me on track here and with my home exercise program. I could not feel better!! Great people here, and I can finally say I am pain free!
- Tom Evon
Brian Murray
I started my physical therapy program with Ben and Sarah a couple of months ago, I suffer from cervical degenerative disc disease, spinal stenosis, and bone spurs. I was in immense pain for about 10 years and could no longer stand the pain. I could not bike ride, or do simple daily activities without a certain level of pain. Sarah and Ben improved my flexibility, mobility, and strength. I no longer feel the pain I did prior to physical therapy, they have given me the tools to apply to my daily routine and exercises that help me improve daily. I would highly recommend Superior Therapy to anyone and many thanks to Sarah and Ben!!
- Jessica Wier
Stephanie Wagner
“When I first came to Superior PT, I had very little mobility and pain with anything overhead or lying on my right side. After working with the 2 Andrew’s I can sleep on my right side, reach overhead without pain and most importantly…look through an entire upper rack of clothing without burning pain! It was definitely worth the drive to Traverse City from Lake Leelanau twice a week. I’ll miss seeing you! Drew! P.S. Drew made coming in fun! His big smile and cheerful attitude made me almost forget I was working hard. “
- Deb Johnson
Sheila Sherwin
I landed at Superior Physical Therapy after being diagnosed with a misaligned pelvis. The pain in my hip and pelvis would be extreme, preventing me from enjoying running. I would with Aaron and instantly I could tell it was going to be a positive experience. Aaron was extremely knowledgeable and was able to align my hips/pelvis at every visit. The home exercises provided via video were invaluable with my at home treatment. Though there is still work to be done, I can now get out and run, and will be completing in the Bayshore 10K, a feat not possible before Aaron and PT.
- Audra Bildeaux
Chris Gladieux
Jeanine Dean
Annie Murphy
Paul Callaghan
Pat Kay
Ben Shroeder
Andrew received his bachelors in exercise science from Northern Michigan University and continued his education at Central Michigan University where he received his Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT).
Andrew recently came to the area from Grand Haven, MI, where he worked mainly in a outpatient orthopedic setting working with patients and athletes ranging from foot and ankle injuries, knee and hip dysfunctions, shoulder pain, and spine dysfunctions.
Andrew specializes in functional applied science which originates from internationally acclaimed physical therapist Gary Gray where he analyzes biomechanical dysfunctions in order to realize the true cause of your pain. This style of physical therapy is unique and extremely effective in returning the high level athlete or weekend warrior back to function.
Ben graduated from Michigan State University in 2007 with a Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology and received his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of Michigan-Flint in 2010. Ben is a fellow of Applied Functional Science, completing his 40-week fellowship in 2014, and is also a Certified Brain Injury Specialist.
Ben was raised in Portage, MI and currently resides in Traverse City with his wife Megan and their dog Obie. In his free time he enjoys playing golf, mountain biking, hiking, and home improvement projects.
Dr. Megan Chupka-Fuson graduated from Western Michigan University in 2010 with a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science and received her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of Michigan-Flint in 2013. Megan continues to attend conferences and participate in continuing education courses to better assist her patients by challenging her knowledge and skills as a PT. Megan grew up in Battle Creek, and currently lives in Traverse City with her family. Megan enjoys being outdoors, hiking, skiing, and spending time at the beach.
Dr. Sarah Patterson received her Bachelor’s Degree in Clinical Exercise Science and her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Grand Valley State University. Sarah is originally from Traverse City and recently moved back to the area with her fiance after graduation. She has a passion to continue learning by attending conferences and is a member of the conference committee that plan fall and spring conferences for professionals and students throughout Michigan. Sarah and her husband, Brad, are currently enjoying their time as newly weds and remodeling their home. She grew up on silver lake and enjoys being in the water, whether it be kayaking, swimming or boating and also enjoys hiking with her chocolate lab, running, reading and traveling.
Taylor joined the Superior staff in March, 2021. Taylor graduated from Lake Superior State University in 2017 with a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science and an Associate’s degree in Health & Fitness. She then went on to receive her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Oakland University in 2020. In March, Taylor moved from her hometown of Waterford, MI to Traverse City to join the Superior team!
Taylor grew up playing lots of sports. Throughout high school she played basketball, softball, volleyball, and golf and continued her athletic career at LSSU where she was the center fielder for their division II softball team. Various sports-related injuries over the years introduced her to the field of physical therapy, which led Taylor to choose a career path that allows her to help others find healing, prevent injuries and function at their optimal level.
In her free time, she enjoys reading, hiking, playing sports, and spending time with her family and friends.
