Business Details
32 Years
experience
Your Trusted Physical Therapy Partner in Fredericksburg, TX
Since 1994, our team has dedicated itself to helping individuals regain strength and confidence through personalized wellness journeys. Founded by experienced professionals Andy McDonald, Jody Brown, and Ardra Hughes, we remain locally owned and operated, serving the Texas Hill Country with excellence in physical therapy. Our mission centers on education and restoration, enabling patients to return to daily life with improved function. We combine honesty, integrity, and teamwork to deliver quality healthcare tailored to each patient's needs. With over 24 years of experience, we focus on recovery, mobility, and strength, maintaining a commitment to community well-being. Our team includes certified specialists in orthopedics, sports medicine, and manual therapy, ensuring comprehensive care for diverse patient needs.We prioritize direct, hands-on treatment from initial evaluation through recovery, emphasizing injury prevention and long-term wellness. Our clinicians hold advanced degrees and certifications, including board certifications from the American Physical Therapy Association and Titleist Performance Institute. Community involvement remains central to our values, reflected in volunteer work and local outreach initiatives. By integrating evidence-based practices with individualized care, we help patients achieve goals ranging from daily mobility to competitive athletics.
Services
Physical Therapy
Sports Medicine
Orthopedic Care
Manual Therapy
Injury Prevention
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We offer 24+ years of experience in Texas Hill Country physical therapy
- Our team includes APTA board-certified sports specialists
- We provide personalized treatment plans with hands-on care
- We emphasize injury prevention and long-term wellness education
- Our clinicians hold advanced certifications in manual therapy techniques
Associations and certifications
- APTA
- IAOM
- Titleist Performance Institute
What people say
Best care possible
Proficient and expert treatments
Back on the field
Delight to work with staff
Knowledgeable professionals
Services
Physical Therapy
Our physical therapy services restore bodily function and reduce pain through customized treatment plans. Using therapeutic exercises and manual techniques, we help patients recover from injuries and surgeries. Each program combines functional training with injury prevention education to ensure long-term wellness and improved mobility for patients of all activity levels.
Sports Medicine
Specialized sports medicine care addresses musculoskeletal injuries common in athletics. We treat ACL tears, rotator cuff injuries, and sports-related trauma for athletes of all ages. Our board-certified specialists use sport-specific training to help patients return to competition while implementing prevention strategies to reduce future injury risks through comprehensive rehabilitation programs.
Orthopedic Care
Orthopedic physical therapy focuses on conditions affecting bones, joints, and connective tissues. We treat shoulder, knee, hip, and ankle injuries using evidence-based techniques to restore mobility and reduce pain. Treatment plans incorporate manual therapy, therapeutic exercises, and functional training to help patients resume daily activities and recreational pursuits.
Manual Therapy
Our manual therapy techniques include joint mobilization and soft tissue manipulation to improve range of motion and reduce pain. Certified clinicians use skilled hand movements to address musculoskeletal restrictions, enhancing treatment effectiveness. This approach works particularly well for neck and back injuries, complementing exercise programs with targeted physical interventions.
Injury Prevention
Injury prevention services focus on identifying risk factors and implementing corrective strategies. Through movement analysis and functional assessments, we develop personalized exercise programs to improve biomechanics. Education on proper techniques and conditioning helps patients maintain mobility while preventing recurring injuries through proactive healthcare approaches.
People
Andy McDonald
Owner
Graduate of Texas A&M University with Kinesiology degree and Southwest Texas State University with Physical Therapy degree. Opened Fredericksburg clinic in 2001 and developed satellite locations. Specializes in outpatient physical therapy with focus on sports rehabilitation and community healthcare.
Jody Brown
Owner
Holds Masters in Physical Therapy from Hardin-Simmons University. Joined SM&PT in 2002, became owner in 2005, and opened Kerrville clinic. Specializes in sports injury rehabilitation and has extensive experience treating athletes at all competition levels through evidence-based physical therapy approaches.
Ardra Hughes
Owner
Doctor of Science from Texas Tech University Health Science Center. APTA Board Certified Sports Specialist and TPI Certified. Joined SM&PT in 2005, became owner in 2009. Specializes in sports medicine with focus on performance enhancement and injury prevention for athletes.
Caitlin Riley
Clinic Director
Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Angelo State University. Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. Serves as Kerrville clinic director with expertise in orthopedic and sports medicine treatments. Focuses on community involvement and patient education about long-term wellness strategies.
Michael Curtin
Physical Therapist
Board-Certified Orthopedic Specialist and Fellowship Trained in Manual Therapy. Former U.S. Air Force physical therapist with 20 years of primary patient care experience. Specializes in movement analysis, dry needling, and musculoskeletal primary care across multiple clinic locations.
Questions
What physical therapy services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive physical therapy including orthopedic care, sports medicine, manual therapy, and injury prevention programs tailored to individual patient needs.
Do you treat non-athletes?
Yes, we treat patients of all activity levels including those recovering from surgeries, workplace injuries, or everyday mobility challenges.
Are your therapists certified specialists?
Our team includes APTA board-certified sports specialists, manual therapy fellows, and Titleist Performance Institute certified clinicians.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Contact your preferred location directly by phone to schedule an evaluation with our physical therapy team.
Do you accept insurance?
We work with patients to verify insurance coverage - contact your local clinic for specific payment and insurance questions.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Texas Hill Country communities including Fredericksburg, Kerrville, Marble Falls, Llano, and surrounding areas.
