Knoxville Physical Therapy: Celebrating 30 Years of Care
On March 1, 1995, East Tennessee Spine & Sport opened its doors in Knoxville with one goal: to help people move...
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Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy
MDT is an internationally acclaimed method of assessment and treatment for spinal and extremity pain. It is also known as The McKenzie Method.
MedX Spinal Services
The MedX program and machines are specially designed to provide the most effective means of isolating, safely testing, and directly strengthening the muscles in the low back and neck.
Pelvic Health
Pelvic health plays an important role in complete physical, mental, social, and sexual well-being. We strive for our patients to have the best management of these aspects.
Dry Needling
Also known as trigger point dry needling, it is a procedure that treats chronic connective tissue pain and an alternative medicine technique similar to acupuncture.
AlterG Anti-Gravity Treadmill
The AlterG is used with patients looking to gain mobility, strength, and natural movement/fitness, while also minimizing stress on the body or on injury.
Kinesiotaping
Kinesiotaping is designed to alter movement patterns while absorbing load and re-injecting that energy back into movement, all without limiting range of motion.
Fall Prevention and Balance Training
A program designed to raise participants' fall prevention knowledge and increase their balance through a variety of training techniques.
Ergonomic / Corporate Services
We provide ergonomic evaluations and assessments to help limit the risk of injury to workers and make it easier for people to do their jobs.
Meet The Team
Clinic Director, Physical Therapist, McKenzie Diplomaed
Graeme graduated from the University of Ulster at Jordanstown, Northern Ireland in Physiotherapy in 1995. After working...
Clinic Director, Physical Therapist, McKenzie Certified
Donnie has been a Physical Therapist in the Oak Ridge area since graduating with his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from ETSU...
Clinic Director, Physical Therapist, McKenzie Certified
Bill graduated from East Tennessee State University with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2006. Early in his career, he was challenged...
Clinic Director, Physical Therapist, McKenzie Certified
Micah joined the team as a PTA in 2014 and earned his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree in 2020. A McKenzie Institute-certified spine specialist, he has led the Bearden clinic since 2022.
Clinic Director, Physical Therapist Assistant
Angelina is a graduate from South College-Asheville and has recently settled into Knoxville. She started out with her passion for bodybuilding and competing....
Clinic Director, Pelvic Health Physical Therapist, Pelvic Rehabilitation Practitioner Certified (PRPC)
Rachel was born and raised in Memphis and earned her degrees from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. She holds PRPC and PCES certifications and is passionate about helping patients understand their bodies and feel confident in recovery.
Clinic Director, Physical Therapist
Bethany earned her DPT from Stony Brook University. A former basketball and softball player, she's dedicated to helping patients recover and stay active.
Physical Therapist, McKenzie Certified
An Oregon Native and graduate of Oregon State University with a B.S. in Exercise and Sport Science, Hollie spent several years...
Physical Therapist, McKenzie Certified
Enid is an experienced physical therapist that has been with Spine & Sport for over 15 years. Graduating from Ohio University with...
Physical Therapist, McKenzie Certified
Eric was born and raised in Knoxville and is a graduate of the University of Tennessee with a degree in Exercise Science. Eric...
Physical Therapist, McKenzie Certified
Zane earned his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from A.T. Still University in 2021. He provides individualized care to help patients return to activities they enjoy.
Physical Therapist, McKenzie Certified
Kristine earned her DPT in 2015 and enjoys treating the whole person, not just the injury. A certified McKenzie therapist, she also supports clinical education and student placements.
Physical Therapist, McKenzie Certified
Ian graduated from ETSU in 2017 with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy. He has worked in the greater Knoxville area since and joined the...
Pelvic Health Physical Therapist
Amanda graduated from the University of Tennessee in 2014 with a B.S.Ed. in Kinesiology. She went on to get my Doctorate of Physical Therapy at East Tennessee...
Physical Therapist
A Farragut High School graduate, Whitney earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Tennessee in 2008. She then gained interest in...
Physical Therapist
Kristi is a Knoxville native and Vol Fan. She earned her BS in Kinesiology from UT Knoxville and her DPT from UT Chattanooga.
Physical Therapist
Patrick graduated from Carson-Newman University in 2018 with a bachelor's in exercise science, then earned his DPT from Marshall University in 2022.
Pelvic Health Physical Therapist
Caroline was raised in sunny San Diego California and came to the Knoxville area to attend physical therapy school.
Physical Therapist, LSVT BIG Certified
Kinsey earned her BS in Biology from the University of Georgia and her DPT from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga.
Orthopedic and Pelvic Health Physical Therapist
Caroline earned her BS in Biology from the University of Georgia and her DPT from South College.
Physical Therapist, LSVT BIG Certified Therapist
Pri is a Knoxville native who graduated from the University of Tennessee in 2014 with a B.S.Ed. in Kinesiology and Psychology. Certified in LSVT BIG, she brings specialized therapy to people living with Parkinson's disease.
Physical Therapist
Cameron is a Knoxville native. He earned his BS in Kinesiology from UT Knoxville in 2022 and his DPT from ETSU in 2025.
Physical Therapist
Emily is from McMinnville, TN and earned her BS in Exercise Science at Tennessee Wesleyan, where she played softball, then her DPT from South College.
Physical Therapist
Matt is from Corbin, KY. He earned his BS in Biology from University of the Cumberlands and his DPT from LMU-Knoxville in 2025. His interest in PT began as a collegiate athlete.
Physical Therapist
Ethan earned a Bachelor of Science from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, where he studied Kinesiology and Psychology...
Pelvic Health Physical Therapist
Kayla is a graduate of Maryville College and South College. She loves helping new moms return to their active lifestyles through pelvic health physical therapy.
Physical Therapist
Grant is a Knoxville native who earned his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from South College in 2026. He enjoys helping patients restore function, move without pain, and return to what they love.
Physical Therapist
Andrew earned his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Tennessee State University and completed a Sports Residency at the University of North Carolina, Greensboro. He is board-certified in Sports Physical Therapy.
Physical Therapist
Amber earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Alabama and her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Tufts University. She enjoys educating and empowering patients throughout rehabilitation.
Physical Therapist
Winston earned his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the University of South Alabama in 2026. After a knee injury sparked his interest in physical therapy, he chose a career helping people return to activity.
Physical Therapist
Natalie earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from South College in 2026. She values collaborative care and getting to know each patient beyond their diagnosis.
Pelvic Health Physical Therapist
Virginia has treated a variety of populations, including pelvic health, since graduating from physical therapy school in 2010. A 200-hour yoga teacher, she enjoys incorporating yoga into treatment.
Pelvic Health Physical Therapist
Marie earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from South College and is certified in dry needling. She is passionate about pelvic health and helping patients identify the root cause of dysfunction.
Pelvic Health Physical Therapist
Originally from Loudon, Tennessee, Maritza is passionate about pelvic health and supporting patients through pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum recovery. She provides individualized care in a welcoming environment.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Greg graduated from Ohio University in 1996 with a BS in Sports Science and obtained his PTA degree in 2003 from Trident...
Physical Therapist Assistant
Hannah is a graduate from South College of Knoxville in 2020. She is from Athens, TN, but has lived in Knoxville since...
Physical Therapist Assistant
Anna is a graduate of South College of Knoxville and became a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant in 2018. Her interest for Physical...
Physical Therapist Assistant
Damon graduated from Southern Illinois University Carbondale and obtained his license as a Physical Therapist Assistant in 2017. While working as a PTA...
Physical Therapist Assistant
Zach graduated from South College and obtained his PTA license in 2020. His interest in PT came from being a multi-sport athlete dealing with injuries.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Erin is a recent Knoxville transfer from Michigan, and is excited to continue her PTA career with East Tennessee Spine and Sport. She obtained her Physical Therapist Assistant degree from Mott Community College...
Physical Therapist Assistant
Chris obtained his PTA degree from Norwalk Community College in Connecticut in 2019. He joined ETSS in 2021 with 5 years of clinical experience.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Jordan began with a business focus. After working in HR for nearly 10 years, she discovered her passion for health and fitness.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Lindsey is a Knoxville native and licensed PTA who graduated from Roane State in 2020. She is grateful to help improve others' lives through rehabilitation and wellness.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Jordan began his education at Milligan University where he played baseball before completing a BS in Exercise Science at Tennessee Tech University in 2019.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Haleigh pursued PTA accreditation after beginning her physical therapy career as a PT Tech. She is especially interested in pelvic health and pediatric therapy and enjoys supporting patients from start to finish.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Dalton is originally from Knoxville and attended Grace College in Indiana, earning his B.A. in Biblical Studies and M.A. in Local Church Ministry.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Alyssa is from Tucson, AZ. She found her love for PT as a multi-sport athlete in high school. She earned her PTA from American Career College in 2025.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Clorissa is a Kingston native who graduated from South College in 2022 with her BS in Health Science and as a licensed PTA. She loves helping patients reach their goals.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Braiden was born and raised in New Mexico, where he ultimately achieved his education which led to him becoming a PTA. His multi-sport background sparked his interest in Physical Therapy.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Kyler graduated from Walter State and is currently attending ETSU. His passion for helping people led him to pursue a career in physical therapy.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Rachel is a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant who earned her degree from Delgado Community College in New Orleans. She relocated to Tennessee and focuses on pelvic health.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Ryan spent nearly a decade practicing massage therapy before graduating as a PTA from Roane State in 2025. He is passionate about orthopedic recovery and helping patients return to a higher level of function.
Physical Therapist Assistant
After working in support and front-office roles at East Tennessee Spine & Sport, Riley returned to school to become a PTA. She enjoys building relationships and helping patients get stronger and move better.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Originally from Louisiana, Elijah has a background in personal training and a CrossFit Level 1 certification. He attended PTA school in Omaha and enjoys MMA training, football, and hiking.
Physical Therapist Assistant
A Minnesota native and Marine Corps veteran, Jirina earned her Physical Therapist Assistant degree from South College. She is passionate about helping patients regain strength, mobility, and confidence.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Lily graduated with her PTA license from Roane State in 2026. An Oak Ridge native, she enjoys helping patients through rehabilitation and building relationships along the way.
Pelvic Health Occupational Therapist
Renee is an occupational therapist with a passion for pelvic health. She is a Trauma-Informed Pelvic Health Practitioner and enjoys paddleboarding, snowboarding, and traveling.
Pelvic Health Occupational Therapist
Ashlynn is a Pelvic Health Occupational Therapist at The Nest.
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East Tennessee Spine & Sport is proud to accept over 60 insurance carriers including Medicaid and Medicare. Click here to view all of them.
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