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Physical Therapy

North Central Kansas Medical Center's physical therapy team provides individualized care to help patients reduce pain, improve mobility, restore function, and return to the activities they enjoy. Whether you're recovering from surgery, managing a chronic condition, or working to prevent future injuries, our experienced therapists and assistants are dedicated to helping you reach your goals. Our team works closely with other healthcare providers to ensure coordinated, high-quality care throughout your rehabilitation journey.

For questions or to schedule an appointment, please call 785-243-8514. Our regular office hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Our Services

Orthopedic & Sports Rehabilitation

  • Sports and Running Injury Rehabilitation
  • Pre- and Post-Surgical Rehabilitation
  • Joint, Muscle, Neck, and Back Pain
  • Work Injury Rehabilitation

Balance & Neurological Rehabilitation

  • Balance and Fall Prevention
  • Vestibular Rehabilitation
  • Concussion Rehabilitation
  • Neurological Rehabilitation (Stroke, Parkinson's Disease, etc.)
  • LiteGait Body Weight Support Training

Specialized Physical Therapy Services

  • Aquatic Therapy
  • Blood Flow Restriction Therapy
  • Dry Needling
  • Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM)
  • Pelvic Floor Therapy (urinary and fecal incontinence, pelvic pain, etc.)
  • Pediatric Physical Therapy
  • Lymphedema Therapy

Physical Therapy Staff

Natalie Herrs, PT, DPT, Physical Therapist, Director of Rehab Services

Natalie Herrs, PT, DPT, Physical Therapist, Director of Rehab Services - Natalie attended Kansas State University and received her Bachelor’s Degree in Kinesiology in 2011. She went on to earn her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of Kansas Medical Center in 2014. Natalie joined the rehabilitation team at North Central Kansas Medical Center in 2023. She enjoys working with a wide variety of patients. She is certified in dry needling and had received additional education in vestibular rehab, kinesiology taping, and instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization.

Jody, PTA, Physical Therapy Assistant

Jody, PTA, Physical Therapy Assistant - Jody graduated from the Washburn University Physical Therapy Program in 1988. She has worked at Cloud County Health Center since 1998. Jody works with pediatric to geriatric aged patients in the inpatient/SNF, outpatient and home health settings.

Courtney, PT, DPT, Physical Therapist

Courtney, PT, DPT, Physical Therapist - Courtney went to Kansas State University where she graduated with her Bachelor’s Degree in Kinesiology in 2019. She then earned her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of Kansas Medical Center in 2022. Courtney joined the rehabilitation staff at North Central Kansas Medical Center in 2022. Courtney enjoys working with patients of all ages. She has special interests in geriatrics, pelvic floor therapy, post operative recovery, and balance training. She also serves a critical role in our inpatient therapy services.

Alyssa, PT, DPT, Physical Therapist

Alyssa, PT, DPT, Physical Therapist - Alyssa is a Concordia native and following her graduation at CHS in 2013, she attended Kansas State University. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology in 2016 from KSU. She then attended the Doctorate of Physical Therapy program at the University of Kansas Medical Center and graduated in 2019. Alyssa joined the rehabilitation staff at North Central Kansas Medical Center in 2022. She enjoys working and connecting with a wide variety of patients in her hometown. She also treats pelvic floor dysfunction, incorporates dry needling into her practice, and is a Certified Lymphedema Therapist.

Richard, PT, DSc, ATC, Physical Therapist

Richard, PT, DSc, ATC, Physical Therapist - Richard attended the U.S. Army-Baylor University graduate program in physical therapy in 1994 where he earned his Master’s of Physical Therapy degree. He later obtained his Doctor of Science Degree (Orthopedics & Sports Medicine physical therapy) from U.S. Military-Baylor University Post-professional Sports Medicine, Physical Therapy Doctoral Residency Program. Rich joined the rehabilitation staff at North Central Kansas Medical Center in 2009.

Kristin, PTA, Physical Therapy Assistant

Kristin, PTA, Physical Therapy Assistant - Kristin has worked for Cloud County Health Center/NCKMed since 2020. She graduated in 2002 from Northeast Community College and has worked in many different settings including outpatient clinic, inpatient hospital care, skilled nursing facilities and home health.

Tyler Deutscher, PT, DPT

Tyler Deutscher, PT, DPT - Tyler Deutscher went to Sterling College where he played baseball for the Warriors for 4 years and graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Biology. He then earned his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of Saint Mary in Leavenworth, Kansas in 2016. Tyler joined the rehabilitation staff at North Central Kansas Medical Center in 2019. Tyler primarily specializes in working with patients for male pelvic floor therapy or vestibular rehab/concussion management. He is also certified in dry needling.

Lori, PT, Physical Therapist

Lori, PT, Physical Therapist - Lori attended physical therapy school at the University of Kansas Medical Center and graduated in 1999. She has worked at Cloud County Health Center and North Central Kansas Medical Center since 2007. She specializes in pediatric care and provides infant toddler services for OCCK. She is trained in lymphedema management and dry needling.

Deanna, PTA, Physical Therapy Assistant

Deanna, PTA, Physical Therapy Assistant - Deanna graduated from Colby Community College Physical Therapy Program in 1994. She joined the Rehab Department at NCKMC in 2024. Deanna enjoys working with a wide variety of patients. She has worked in multiple settings through the years including Hospital Inpatient and Outpatient, Skilled Nursing Facilities and Home Health.

Ethan Bechard, PT, DPT

Ethan Bechard, PT, DPT - Ethan earned his bachelor's degree in exercise science from Benedictine College in Atchison, Kansas, where he was a four-year member of the football team. He went on to earn his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the University of Saint Mary in Leavenworth, Kansas. Ethan joined North Central Kansas Medical Center's physical therapy team full-time in April 2026. His clinical interests include sports rehabilitation, manual therapy, and post-surgical rehabilitation. He is certified in dry needling and also has experience providing care in long-term care, assisted living, and independent living settings.