Andrew P. Creal, DPT, OCS

EDUCATION:
Bachelor of Science in Biology (BSBIO) – University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Lincoln, NE
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) – University of Nebraska Medical Center-Omaha, NE

CERTIFICATIONS:
Board Certified Specialist in Orthopedic Physical Therapy (OCS) – American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties
Functional Dry Needling, Level 1 – Kinetacore
Blood Flow Restriction training – Smart Tools, USA

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS:
American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)
Nebraska Physical Therapy Association (NPTA)
International Academy of Orthopedic Medicine (IAOM)

AREAS OF SPECIAL INTEREST:
Neck pain, headaches, low back pain, sports injuries

TREATMENT PHILOSOPHY:
Most orthopedic problems are related to mechanical dysfunction.  Our job as physical therapists is to identify the pathological movement pattern, mobilize it to restore proper movement, and stabilize it and the surrounding area to restore proper function.

PERSONAL NOTES:
Andrew was born in Ames, Iowa and grew up in Lincoln, Nebraska, attending high school at Lincoln Pius X.  He joined the practice in 2006 and became a partner in 2008.  Andrew is married and has 2 daughters.  He and his wife enjoy spending family time; outdoors, in the water, and at sporting events.