PHYSICAL THERAPY
WHY PHYSICAL THERAPY?
Great question! Having an on-staff physical therapist at iNFiT can offer professional guidance, injury prevention strategies, personalized programs, and injury rehabilitation services. It enhances the overall member experience, promotes safer and more effective workouts, and supports individuals in achieving their fitness goals while maintaining optimal health.
MEET
Dr. Daniel Waskiewicz PT, DPT, OCS
Dan is a licensed physical therapist and Board-Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist with a strong background in sports rehabilitation and performance optimization. Originally from Wheaton, IL, Dan developed a passion for movement science through a lifelong involvement in athletics and firsthand experience with injury recovery.
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He earned his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of Evansville, where he also completed a clinical rotation at EXOS in Arizona, working closely with professional athletes. This experience reinforced his commitment to providing high-level, individualized care rooted in precision and performance.
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Following graduation, he completed an Orthopedic Residency through the University of Indianapolis, further sharpening his skills in movement analysis, manual therapy, and evidence-based rehabilitation strategies. He specializes in treating orthopedic conditions, post-surgical recovery, and sport-specific performance training, with advanced proficiency in techniques such as dry needling and biomechanical assessment.
MEET
Dr. Tara Gilreath PT, DPT, OCS
Tara is a licensed physical therapist and Board-Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist with a clinical focus on treating runners, temporomandibular disorders (TMD/TMJ), and hypermobility spectrum disorders, including Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome.
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Originally from Evansville, IN, Tara earned both a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science and a Doctor of Physical Therapy from the University of Evansville. Following graduation, she completed an Orthopedic Residency through the University of Indianapolis and Body One Physical Therapy, where she gained advanced training in movement analysis, manual therapy, and evidence-based orthopedic care.
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As a distance runner, she brings a personal understanding of the physical and mental demands of the sport, which informs her specialized approach to treating running-related injuries. She has pursued additional coursework in running biomechanics, gait analysis, and injury management through the University of Wisconsin and the American Physical Therapy Association. Her treatment strategies for runners include individualized exercise programming, targeted manual therapy, and video gait analysis to support form correction and long-term performance.
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Tara also has a strong clinical interest in TMD and hypermobility conditions—areas often underserved in conventional care. She is passionate about improving quality of life for these individuals through thoughtful, patient-centered treatment that addresses the unique challenges of these diagnoses.
SERVICES
Rehabilitation services include dry needling, cupping, instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization, joint mobilization and much more. These techniques can be used to reduce pain and inflammation, increase soft tissue extensibility, increase joint mobility and ultimately improve performance whether you are actively injured or just maximizing your recovery. We do not accept insurance for physical therapy to bring more savings and access to our clients.
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Now accepting HSA/FSA and Insurance Reimbursement Options Available (No Medicare Reimbursement Options)​
