Wellington Physical Therapy

Nick Struble PTA

Nick was born and raised in Wellington where he has lived since returning from college. He married his high school sweetheart Erin and they have two boys Skyler and Braden, and a daughter-in-law Baylee. Nick is also a new grandpa to Dawson James which makes five generations of Struble’s in his hometown!

After initially studying athletic training at Garden City Community College, Nick decided to instead go into Physical Therapy. He graduated from WSU as a Physical Therapist Assistant in 1999. After graduating, Nick worked at his hometown hospital for 12 years where he enjoyed treating a variety of patients but excelled in his passion of rehabilitating sports related injuries. Nick was an athlete in high school and one of his greatest passions besides parenting, has been coaching his two boys in baseball, football, and wrestling. “It’s a great feeling knowing you helped an athlete get back on the field, court, or mat after an injury.”

In his spare time Nick enjoys being in the outdoors. He is an avid bowhunter and enjoys annual trips to Colorado for elk hunting and snow skiing. Nick also has a passion for getting young kids in the outdoors and has taken several local children hunting for their first time. “Being in God’s outdoor creation whether it be hunting, fishing, skiing, or hiking, is my therapy!”
Nick is an involved member of Wellington First United Methodist Church. He enjoys helping with the youth group and meeting with HS boys once a month for Bible studies.

Nick says he is humbled to work at Advanced Physical Therapy in his hometown and provide PT services to familiar faces. Nick has a passion for helping others and says he is beyond blessed to have a career where he can assist patients with increasing their functional mobility and quality of life. It is important for him to grow genuine and trusting relationships with his patients and community. Nick also cherishes the relationships he has with his evaluating Physical Therapists, each of his coworkers, and referring physicians. Despite graduating in 1999, Nick still enjoys keeping up with the latest therapeutic techniques and looks forward to growing his knowledge working around so many great therapists at Advanced Physical Therapy.

Education

• Wichita State University, Physical Therapist Assistant Degree, 1999

Focus

• Orthopedics
• Sports Rehabilitation
• Pre/Post-Surgical Rehabilitation
• Therapeutic Exercise
• Balance and Fall Risk Training
• Geriatrics
• Astym Certified

Maria Newman OTR

Maria is a small town girl who grew up on a farm and is from a large family. Her and her husband have been married since 2002 and have two amazing daughters, both of which are currently in high school. The two main jobs she has had since graduating from Newman University have been in Wellington. Maria loves the people she has gotten to work with over the past almost 17 years. She hopes to one day become a Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) to better serve her patients.

Outside of work, she gets to spend time with her family and is very involved in her church. This is what gives Maria the drive to do better and to become the best version of herself. Over the past 7 years, she has gotten into exercising and taking care of herself. Her favorite hobby has become doing a 5k obstacle course each year with her friends, which has been a real accomplishment.

Education

• Newman University – 2003
  • Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy

Additional Training

• Kinesio Taping Certified

Focus

• Manual Therapy with a focus in Trigger Point Release
• Shoulder Rehab

Braden Struble PTA

Braden started working at our Wellington location as a PT tech which drove his decision to soon thereafter apply for PTA school. After graduating from the PTA program in 2021, Braden moved back to his hometown of Wellington where he enjoys treating a variety of patients. In his free time Braden enjoys playing guitar, exercising, hunting, and fishing.

Education:
Associates of Applied Science from Labette Community College in 2021

Additional Training:
ASTYM certified

Abbey Clark PT, DPT

Abbey Clark earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) from Wichita State University. Prior to that, Abbey obtained her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and Bachelor of Science in Nutrition from Kansas State University. Abbey specializes in the treatment of all orthopedic and neuromuscular conditions as well as vestibular impairments. She also enjoys using her training in dry needling and other manual intervention to effectively treat neuromuscular dysfunction and trigger points.

In her free time, Abbey enjoys spending time with her husband and two daughters as well as reading, crafting, and staying physically active with gardening, recreational sports and other outdoor activities.

Ashley Johnson PT, DPT

Ashley Johnson earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) from Wichita State University. Prior to that, Ashley obtained her Bachelor of Health Science from Wichita State University.

Ashley specializes in pelvic health and is most interested in treating lumbar and pelvic instability.

In her free time, Ashley enjoys playing games with her family, reading and crafting.

Evan Crenshaw PT, DPT

Evan Crenshaw earned his Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) from Wichita State University. Prior to that, Evan obtained his Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from Kansas State University.

Evan specializes in sport orthopedics and manual therapy and is most interested in treating lumbar instability, balance, and post-op patients.

In his free time, Evan enjoys spending time with his family, staying active via lawn care and recreational activities, and enjoying the occasional vacation to Table Rock Lake or Grand Lake.