Premier Physical Therapy & Sports Performance is an orthopedic rehabilitation facility in Reno, Sparks, and Carson City, NV that was founded on the principles of Faith, Foundation, and Fellowship. We believe that quality orthopedic rehabilitation is the result of sound education, innovative application, and most importantly, genuine caring.
From our geriatric population to our athletes, Premier's clientele may expect individually designed physical therapy programs that are sensitive to their specific needs and abilities.
Rehabilitation takes place in a clean, friendly, and vivacious environment, where communication between patient, therapist, and physician assures continuity and safety. Our modern facilities contain state-of-the-art exercise equipment and a full compliment of the most effective therapeutic modalities. In addition, our facilities are easily accessible from the freeways as well as local surface streets and before/after work hours are available.
Education and experience enables Premier's therapists to be sensitive to each individual's specific needs and abilities and then adapt accordingly. Our physical therapy programs employ a balanced blend of manual therapy and functional/corrective therapeutic exercise, which will help our clients reach their specific goals by minimizing their pain and maximizing their potential.
Premier Physical Therapy & Sports Performance offers all types of physical therapy services with specialization in orthopedics, spinal pain/dysfunction, pain management, functional mobility training, and sports performance. We don't follow one philosophy of treatment as each has its own limitations so we combine techniques from the multiple disciplines to better help our patients... especially those who have not benefited from physical therapy treatment in the past.
Thank you for your consideration of Premier Physical Therapy & Sports Performance the next time you need physical therapy services.
Sincerely,
Tim Kuhn, DPT, CSCS
Chris attended school at the Pacific University in Forest Grove where he received his Doctorate of Physical Therapy. He also attended school at the University of Nevada, Reno where he received his Masters of Science and Winona State University where he received his BS with a specialization in Athletic Training. Chris has been with Premier Physical Therapy & Sports Performance since 2007 and has 12 years of experience as a Physical Therapist and 10 years as an Athletic Trainer. He specializes in many different areas including, Sports Medicine, Orthopedics and Manual Therapy. He is certified as an Applied Functional Specialist (CAFS), certified Mulligan Practitioner and was formerly certified as a Strength and Conditioning Specialist and Athletic Trainer. His favorite thing about working at PPT is the daily interaction with patients and the ability to help them achieve their goals. In his spare time, Chris enjoys spending time with his amazing family, skiing, boating and camping.
Austin attended school at Touro University Nevada where he received his Doctorate of Physical Therapy. He also attended school at the University of Nevada, Reno where he received his Bachelor's degree. Austin has been with Premier Physical Therapy & Sports Performance since 2013. He is certified in Dry Needling and in Applied Functional Science (CAFS) from Gray Institute. Austin is also bio certified in blood flow restriction training. His favorite thing about working at PPT is watching patients progress and watching them get back to activities that were once limited or impossible. In his spare time, Austin loves spending time with his wife and their two sons. He also enjoys hiking, backpacking, snowshoeing, and biking. Austin is also fluent in Spanish/Español!
Shane attended school at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas where he received his Doctorate of Physical Therapy. He also attended school at the University of Nevada, Reno where he received his Bachelors degree in Community Health Science. Shane has been with Premier Physical Therapy & Sports Performance since 2016. He enjoys helping people and connecting with patients. He also loves the movement and bio mechanics of the human body. In his spare time, Shane enjoys skiing, cycling, backpacking and traveling. He loves anything outdoors and loves the snow! Shane has competed in ski racing internationally and also ski raced for the University of Nevada, Reno ski team.
Marc attended school at California State University, Sacramento where he received his Masters of Physical Therapy. He also attended school at the University of Nevada, Reno where he received his Bachelors degree in Health Ecology. Marc has been with Premier Physical Therapy & Sports Performance since 2016 and has over 10 years of physical therapy experience. Prior to joining PPT Marc spent 2 years working in Acute Rehab at Renown Rehabilitation and 2 years at a Skilled Nursing Facility. Marc is also a Certified Sports and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS). His favorite thing about working as a Physical Therapist is the reward of seeing a person achieve their goals and being able to help them perform a daily task or activity they couldn't previously perform. In his spare time, Marc enjoys being with his family especially his two sons. Marc also enjoys family outings to baseball games, hiking, mountain biking, camping, snowboarding and playing fetch with his 2 labs.
Jacquelyn attended school at The University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences Austin, Texas where she received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy. Jacquelyn has been with Premier Physical Therapy & Sports Performance since 2018 and has experience in sports specific orthopedic therapy with clinical experience in the implementation of Pilates based techniques for therapeutic purposes. Jacquelyn is also certified in Dry Needling of the upper extremity, cervical, and thoracic regions. Jacquelyn is certified in Blood Flow restriction training. Helping her patients remain active and mobile is her greatest passion and returning those she encounters to the activities they hold dear is her ultimate goal. Jacquelyn says, “My goal is your goal, and I will do everything I can to get you there.” She enjoys spending time outdoors, traveling, spending time with her friends, family, and dog, Dexter.
Lian attended the University of Southern California where she received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy. She also received her Bachelor’s in Health Promotion and Behavioral Sciences from The University of Texas at Austin. Prior to moving back to Reno, Lian worked in a Pilates based Outpatient Clinic in West Hollywood and did Home Health in the Los Angeles community. Lian is passionate about helping people get back to doing the recreational activities they love and having fun throughout their rehabilitative process. In her free time, Lian enjoys golfing, skiing, wake surfing, and exploring the great outdoors with her pug, Lila. Be sure to check out Lian's fun socks, which she wears daily!
Laura has been with Premier Physical Therapy & Sports Performance since 2008 and has worked in the Healthcare/Dental field since 2005. Laura handles all day to day operations of all 3 clinics as well the business side of things. Her favorite thing about working at Premier Physical Therapy & Sports Performance is the office staff, she loves that it is one big family and that everyone supports one another through the day. She also loves seeing patients love physical therapy after they didn’t believe it would help them. In her spare time, Laura loves spending time with her husband and their two children. She also loves going on family vacations, days at the park, spa days and of course time with her close friends.
Jeannine has been with Premier Physical Therapy & Sports Performance since 2013 and has worked in the healthcare/insurance field for 20 years. Jeannine works at our Reno location and oversees everything insurance related for all 3 clinics. Her favorite thing about her job is the daily challenge, insurance is always changing, and she loves the challenge that comes with it. Her favorite thing about working at PPT is hearing patients’ successes when they complete PT, it is very rewarding. In her spare time, Jeannine loves spending time with her husband and their 2 children, camping, and spending time with girlfriends.
Taylor joined the Premier Physical Therapy & Sports Performance family in January of 2023. She loves the fun, supportive, welcoming environment at all 3 PPT locations. Taylor has a fun and outgoing personality making her job enjoyable because she gets to meet new people every day and maintain relationships with fellow offices. You will rarely catch her without a delicious cup of coffee in her hand! Taylor was born and raised in Reno, NV and enjoys spending time with her husband, their 2 kids, dog, their families, and closest friends! Taylor spends her downtime playing games, card games, cornhole, enjoying pool days, and watching football, golf, and NASCAR!
Justine has been with Premier Physical Therapy & Sports Performance since 2016. She works at our Sparks location as the Office Manager. Justine attended school at the University of Nevada, Reno where she received her Bachelor’s in 2013. Justine’s favorite thing about working at PPT is getting to know all the patients. She loves when patients come back to visit, nothing makes her happier than hearing updates on what is going on in their lives once they have completed physical therapy. In her spare time, she loves spending time with her husband and their dog, camping, hiking, traveling, cooking, and visiting with friends.
Becca has been with Premier Physical Therapy & Sports Performance since November 2021! She has over 7 years of experience working in the medical and insurance industries. She came on board at our Carson City Office as the front office manager. Becca oversees all the front desk day to day operations and is always there to answer all your questions. Her favorite thing about working at PPT is the staff camaraderie. She also loves seeing the patients’ journey and progression through the physical therapy process. In her free time, she likes to spend time with family and friends, do almost anything outdoors, and watch/play soccer!
Cecily has been with Premier Physical Therapy & Sports Performance since 2017 and works at our Reno location as the Front Office Manager. Cecily oversees all front desk operations. Before joining the team, Cecily received her bachelor’s degree in kinesiology at the University of Maryland, posturing her well for the physical therapy field. She enjoys the family atmosphere and unity at PPT. A sixth generation Nevadan, Cecily loves to spend her spare time soaking up all of the outdoor adventures Nevada and Tahoe has to offer with her husband, dog, and their families.
