April joined Black Hills Orthopedic & Spine Center in 2000.  She earned her Biology degree from Valley City State University in North Dakota before completing her Master of Science in Physical Therapy from the University of Mary in North Dakota.

 

April is certified in Functional Capacity Evaluation with specialized training in postural correction and osteoporosis.  She also teaches the community back education class for BHOSC.

Clinical Interests

• Osteoporosis/osteopenia prevention & management
• Postural dysfunction and retraining
• Specialized in treatment of spinal compression fracture
• Specialized in ergonomic evaluation and work injury management
• Post-operative/non-operative ankle rehabilitation
• Joint replacement rehabilitation
• Non-operative back & neck pain 

 Education & Specialized Training

• Master of Science - Physical Therapy, University of Mary, Bismarck, ND
• Bachelor of Science - Biology, Valley City State University, Valley City, ND
• Specialized Training
  • Level I & II Meeks Method for Exercise & Movement for treatment of osteoporosis, osteopenia, postural dysfunction and spinal compression fracture
  • OSHA trained: Ergonomics Applied to Nerve Disorder and Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSD’s)
  • Maitland Australian approach - Spinal Mobilization
  • Myokinematic Restoration - Postural Restoration Institute
  • Manual therapy of the knee, hip, & shoulder - International Academy Orthopedic Medicine
   

State Licensure

• South Dakota