Our Team
Physical Therapists in Maurepas, Denham Springs & Baton Rouge, LA
At Linx Physical Therapy & Wellness Center, our skilled physical therapists provide hands-on, individualized treatment plans and compassionate care to help patients overcome their pain and dysfunction.
By addressing the root of the issue, we are able to help our patients experience faster relief with lasting results. Our therapists concentrate on helping each patient reach their wellness goals, providing positive interaction and encouragement along the way.
Owner and Senior Physical Therapist
“Even before I started college, I worked in the physical therapy field and dreamed of one day opening an outpatient physical therapy clinic. Now I have been in business for more than 10 years and I enjoy improving all of patients' lives so that they can return to what makes them happy! Today I get to treat and help so many people with orthopedic conditions, sports- and work-related injuries, pain, and lost function. Teaching with Kinetacore has also given me a new insight into new techniques across the country and Canada that I have brought back to Louisiana.
Whether I am treating an athlete with a knee or shoulder injury or a pregnant mom-to-be with low back pain, I believe in delivering evidence-based treatment and hands-on manual therapy. I believe in educating patients about their conditions and therapy options and providing customized home exercise programs to speed their recovery.
Most importantly, I believe in listening to patients and devoting as much one-to-one time as they need to achieve the best results. With my cutting-edge certification in dry needling, I am able to improve patients’ lives faster and more effective than ever.”
- Doctor of Physical Therapy: University of Mississippi Medical Center, Jackson, MS, 2014
- Master of Physical Therapy: Louisiana State University Allied Health Sciences Center, New Orleans, LA, 2004 (Magna Cum Laude)
- Undergraduate Degree: Bachelor of General Studies with Minors in Psychology, Sociology, and Zoology; Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA, 2000
- Member: American Physical Therapy Association (Orthopedic, Sports Medicine, and Private Practice Sections), Louisiana Physical Therapy Association, American Academy of Manual Physical Therapists
- Licensed: Louisiana State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners, Certified Dry Needling Practitioner and Instructor with Kinetacore, Certified in Vasyli Custom Fit Orthotics, and RockDoc Kinesiology taping techniques
- Awards & Honors: 99% Patient Satisfaction from FOTO (Focus on Therapy Outcomes) Award, Dale Carnegie Graduate, Dean's List LSU-Baton Rouge and LSUHSC Physical Therapy School
- Instructor: Kinetacore Level 1 Functional Dry Needling and Functional Therapeutics
- Completion of coursework in John Barnes Myofascial Release MFR1 and Upledger Craniosacral Release CS1.
Staff Physical Therapist at the Maurepas Location
Candace has worked in a variety of PT settings including hospital acute care, inpatient rehab, home health, and outpatient orthopedics. She has completed Level 1 and Level 2 Kinetacore Dry Needling Certification.
- Master of Physical Therapy: LSU Health Sciences Center, New Orleans, LA, 2005
- Undergraduate Degree: Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA, 2002
- Member: American Physical Therapy Association
- Licensed: LA State Physical Therapy Examiners
- Awards & Honors: Dean's List at LSU Baton Rouge and LSU HSC New Orleans PT School
- Certifications: Level 1 and Level 2 Kinetacore training Dry Needling Practioner, John Barnes Myofascial release training
Staff Physical Therapist Assistant at the Baton Rouge, Denham Springs, & Maurepas Locations
Heather has 23 years of experience in outpatient physical therapy with a focus on manual and myofascial techniques.
- Associates Degree in Physical Therapy: Our Lady of the Lake College in Physical Therapy Assisting, 1999.
- Undergraduate Degree: Bachelors of Science in Kinesiology with Concentration on Human Movement, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA 1994
- Member: American Physical Therapy Association
- Licensed: LA State Physical Therapy Examiners, IWA Certified Weight Trainer, IWA Certified Senior Strength Trainer
- Awards & Honors: Dean's List at Our Lady of the Lake College Physical Therapy Assistant
- Certifications: Functional Movement Screens (FMS), Rocktape Kinesiology taping Basic and Advanced, Rockblades (IASTM)
- Completion of coursework in John Barnes Myofascial Release MFR1 and Upledger Craniosacral Release CS1.
Staff Physical Therapist at the Denham Springs Location
Sandy is a patient focused, committed professional with an extensive clinical background. She has clinical experience in outpatient clinics, home health settings, acute and rehab settings. Her background includes supervisory positions and she has been involved with years of clinical education coordination. She utilizes her well rounded skill set to assist patients to reach their goals effectively and quickly.
- Physical Therapy Degree: LSU Health Science Center, New Orleans, La
- Undergraduate Degree: University of Southwestern Louisiana, Lafayette, La
- Member: American Physical Therapy Association
- Licensed: Louisiana States Physical Therapy Examiners
- Awards & Honors: Dean’s List USL, LSU PT School
- Certifications: Includes Level 1 and Level 2 Evidenced Based Dry Needling Practioner, Lymphedema certification, Wound treatment Associate, Safe Strides, Graston Technique