Meet the physical therapy pros

Owner, Physical Therapist 

David received his Bachelor’s Degree in Kinesiology with an emphasis in Athletic Training from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1994. He obtained his Masters in Sports Administration from the University of Northern Colorado in 1995. He then returned to Madison to obtain a Masters in Physical Therapy from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1999. David is board certified in Orthopedics by the APTA. David was director of outpatient orthopedic and sports medicine clinic before opening PRO Physical Therapy in 2016.

David uses a dynamic and functional approach to treatment. David treats in a very posture specific and dynamic manner. His focus in on neuromuscular control and focuses on interaction between body parts. David has noted background in biomechanical and functional assessment and treatment and looks for the “cause” of the problem. David is known for using “cutting edge treatment” in his rehabilitation strategies. David’s expertise is in evaluation and treatment of soft tissue injuries and dysfunction. David’s professional interests include sports medicine, manual therapy, posture, golf related injuries, dance related injuries, prevention of injuries and functional rehabilitation.

David is a manual therapy Physical Therapist. David has extensive experience in soft tissue injuries and soft tissue dysfunction. David is trained in Functional dry needling therapy, which is a treatment option that, when coupled with traditional physical therapy methods have yielded great success. This therapy is conducted with a small, sterile needle that is inserted into an active muscle trigger point in order to elicit a “twitch response” whereby the muscle tightness, pain and dysfunction are relieved. David has experience working with high school, collegiate, Olympic, and professional athletes. He is trained in working with athletes of every level in rehabilitation, injury prevention, and performance enhancement.

David is an active member of several professional organizations including APTA, NATA, WPTA, WATA, AAOMPT. David has taken extensive continuing education courses to help his patients succeed. David is trained in the ASTYM technique as well as being the only person in Dane County who is Level 3 trained in Functional Dry Needling.

David lives in Middleton with his wife Jill (also a Physical Therapist) and two daughters.

Physical Therapist 

Jaime Reich earned her DPT from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 2011. She became an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist, board certified by the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties (ABPTS), in 2016.

In 2018, she became a certified craniofacial specialist (CFC). Prior to joining PRO Physical Therapy in July 2018, Jaime worked as a physical therapist in an outpatient orthopedic clinic for 7 years. She graduated from UW Platteville in 1999 with a BS in Biology, Psychology, and Biotechnology, and worked at the UW Madison Department of Zoology for 9 years before going to PT school. 

Jaime capitalizes on the body’s own healing processes for maximum efficiency and lasting outcomes. She is committed to listening, setting goals collaboratively, and offering an individualized treatment approach. She will guide you to freedom of movement, optimized functional capacity, and better quality of life.

Jaime’s niche is in evaluating and treating craniofacial pain/tmj therapy (TMJ Disorder) . This includes temporomandibular pain and headaches, as well as vertigo/dizziness and concussion. Treatment may involve hands on manual therapy, neuromuscular control, activity modification, and modalities. These can be done with techniques such as laser, vibration, electrical stimulation, dry needling, and nasal release technique (NRT). In 2018, Jaime received her Cranio-Facial Certification (CFC). She guest lectures in the UW-Madison DPT program for their TMD unit. Jaime is a skilled manual therapist and movement observer. By combining these skills, she can identify compensations in the movement and restrictions in the tissue, address them, and get individuals back to having more freedom of movement. She believes in the power of hands on therapy and therefore has been developing her manual therapy skills. She has been practicing since 2000, when she became a licensed massage therapist. Jaime became dry needling certified in 2017. From a movement observation perspective, she is certified in Functional Movement Screen (FMS), is fluent in running analysis, and is a certified kettlebell coach (HKC). She is currently engaged in becoming a breath coach with Breathe Your Truth.

Jaime is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), Orthopedic Section and the Wisconsin Physical Therapy Association (WPTA). She is also a member of Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals (ABMP). She belongs to the American Academy of Orofacial Pain (AAOP).

Jaime is a lifelong athlete who loves running, weightlifting, and body weight movement. She is currently obsessed with Raw Functional Training and kettlebells while preparing for an ultramarathon in 2022. She grew up as a track and cross country runner, having competed in State, and been captain of her HS and collegiate teams. Before the pandemic, she enjoyed teaching fitness classes at Harbor Athletic Club. In her free time, you’ll find her outdoors with her family: hiking, kayaking, fires in the yard; and cheering on her girls in their youth sports events.

Physical Therapist

Ryan Schmitt earned his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Clarke University in 2021. He also earned his Bachelors of Science in Athletic Training from Winona State University in 2018. Ryan worked as an Athletic Trainer for Clarke University while completing his Physical Therapy program. Ryan is a Licensed Physical Therapist and Athletic Trainer in the State of Wisconsin.

Ryan believes in serving patients by being fitness forward and utilizing skilled manual therapy techniques to create successful and lasting outcomes. He provides treatment by focusing on how the entire body moves to be able to fully treat and maximize functional performance. By assessing the entire body, he can accurately address mobility and strength deficits an individual possesses. He uses objective assessments to analyze movement patterns and data driven strength measurements for progression and return to optimal function. He believes in making the rehabilitation process fun and meaningful.

Ryan brings an extensive background in sports and performance having worked with professional, collegiate, and youth athletes throughout his career as a Physical Therapist and Athletic Trainer. He is an expert in treatment of acute and subacute injury and return to sport. He focuses on being fitness forward to optimize performance and function based on the needs of each individual and their goals. Ryan has expertise in biomechanics of multi-planar movements and rotational sports including golf, baseball, and volleyball allowing him to diagnose movement patterns and optimize performance for all individuals.

• Dry Needling (EIM Level 1 Certified)
• Titleist Performance Institute- Level 1 & Level 2 Medical
• Superspeed Golf- Level 3
• Driveline Foundations of Pitching
• Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA)
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Ryan is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), APTA Sports section, and National Athletic Trainers Association (NATA).

Ryan currently lives in Middleton. He enjoys spending most of his time outdoors doing activities including Hunting, Fishing, and taking care of his cattle. He is also very active with recreational sports including golf, volleyball, weight lifting, and crossfit style exercise.

Physical Therapist

Andrew Slick earned his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 2023. Prior to this, he graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with a Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology: Exercise and Movement Science in 2019.

Andrew strives to provide meaningful and quality care to each patient, recognizing the inherent dignity and value every person has. Andrew uses a combination of hands-on techniques and functional, rehabilitative exercise to accomplish patient-specific goals. Andrew recognizes the importance of working alongside patients to provide the tools needed for long-term solutions. His professional interests include balance training and falls prevention, return to sport, and injury prevention. Andrew also enjoys coaching football and weight training at the high school level.

Andrew is currently the Offensive Coordinator for the Abundant Life Christian School football team. He also spends time at the school as a strength and conditioning coach, leading middle and high school students through weight training, speed, and agility drills for injury prevention and to improve sports performance.

Andrew is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and the APTA Wisconsin Chapter.

Andrew lives in Fitchburg with his wife and daughter and attends High Point Church on the west side of Madison. He enjoys playing drums and guitar, playing any and all kinds of sports (usually basketball, spikeball, and pickleball), beatboxing, weight lifting, and spending time with friends and family.

Physical Therapist

Robert earned his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Indiana State University. Prior to pursuing his Doctorate, he received his bachelors with honors in Kinesiology: Movement Science from University of Illinois – Chicago in 2015. During his time at University of Illinois he also worked as an undergraduate teaching assistant for their anatomy curriculum.

Robert specializes in providing orthopedic outpatient physical therapy to a diverse patient population including geriatrics, post-operative, overhead athletes, and endurance runners. He also works with clients in regard to pain management, vestibular disorders, and those with generalized deconditioning. His passion is to empower and educate individuals of all ages about the human body and their injuries. He strives to provide an accessible route for early intervention, prevention, and recovery from pain and dysfunction. His areas of focus include functional training, manual therapy, holistic healing, orthopedics, and sports and surgical rehabilitation.

Robert has earned credentialing in Graston manual therapy, Integrative Dry Needling, myofascial cupping technique, kinesiology taping, and Functional Movement Screening. He continues to build his knowledge with evidence-based practices to provide up to date treatments to improve outcomes and rehabilitation success.

Robert lives here, in Madison, with his fiancé. In his free time, he enjoys the outdoors, biking, hiking, camping, kayaking, and fishing. He is fond of traveling to different parts of the world and spending time with his friends and family.