Our Team

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Larsen Sports Medicine & Physical Therapy (LSMPT) has become a leader in providing physical therapy, athletic training, industrial medicine, and sports medicine services because of the dedication of our staff. LSMPT is a therapist owned practice with a focus on our patients, the physicians who entrust their patient’s care to us, and our staff members that work hard everyday to create the caring, professional atmosphere that is LSMPT. We enjoy what we do, we strive everyday to learn more, and we appreciate the opportunity to give back to the communities in which we live and work.

Richard Larsen, MPT, CEO Larsen Sports Medicine & Physical Therapy

Richard Larsen received his physical therapy education at the Mayo School of Health Related Sciences-Rochester, MN, graduating in 1998. His professional experience includes a variety of settings, including acute care, home health, and outpatient orthopedic clinics. Since 2006, Richard has owned and operated his own orthopedic practice where the focus has been in sports medicine as well as a variety of other musculoskeletal disorders. He is committed to providing the highest quality care through the use of manual physical therapy, evidence based medicine, and individualized exercise programs. Over the years, Richard has increased the depth and breadth of his expertise by attending hundreds of hours of continuing education. He is active in both the state and national PT associations, assists as adjunct faculty at a local physical therapist assistant program, and enjoys spending time with his family.

Heidi Schulz, MPT, LAT

Heidi Schulz received her degrees in athletic training and physical therapy from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Her high achievements were honored with the Outstanding Student Athletic Trainer Award and a physical therapy student scholarship two years in a row at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She joined Larsen Sports Medicine and Physical Therapy in January, 2007 as a physical therapist and as one of the athletic trainers at Hudson High School. Heidi enjoys treating a wide variety of orthopedic conditions, including those involving the spine, hip, knee, ankle, shoulder, and elbow. She specializes in sports medicine and return-to-sports rehabilitation. She has vast experience working athletic event coverage at youth, high school, and Division I college levels. Heidi is a Hudson High School graduate, and she currently resides with her husband in Hudson, WI.

Dan Teece, DPT

Daniel Teece graduated from Iowa State University with his B.S. degree in Exercise and Sports Sciences. Daniel went on to receive his doctorate degree in physical therapy from Creighton University in Omaha, NE. During his time spent at Creighton and his time spent in his clinical rotations, Daniel became particularly interested in research. He has had the opportunity to work and complete research at the Iowa State University Motor Control Lab, as well as the Creighton University Biodynamics and Motion Analysis Lab. His research interests are in sports medicine, orthopedics, and neurological diseases. Dan enjoys treating a variety of physical therapy areas including orthopedic related injuries, spine pain, and sports medicine. Outside of the clinic Daniel enjoys running marathons, golfing, and officiating NCAA Men’s Basketball. He also enjoys spending time with his wife Rachael, who works as a physical therapist in Maplewood, Minnesota. Dan and Rachael currently reside in Hudson, WI.

Jared Lutz, DPT

Jared is a graduate from the University of Minnesota Doctorate program in Physical Therapy. He also attended the U of M for his undergraduate degree, receiving a B.S. in Kinesiology. Along with being a student, Jared also competed on the University of Minnesota's Mens Crew team. As a rower, Jared won a national collegiate title in a four man boat event in 2003 which remains his most accomplished athletic venture. Jared has a passion for working with patients with orthopedic rehab needs and particularly enjoys utilizing manual therapy skills. Jared will also integrate sport specific training as an adjunct to his treatment techniques. He is committed to the Physical Therapy profession through participation in national PT organizations as well as through his passion to learn and utilize methods of treatment through evidence based practice and research. When not in the clinic, Jared enjoys spending time with his wife Amanda, exercising, and serving at his church.

James W. Matheson PT, DPT, MS, OCS, SCS, CSCS

Dr. J.W. Matheson is board certified in both orthopaedic and sports physical therapy. He is a former critical content editor for the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties (ABPTS) in the area of sports. He is a member of the sports section nominating committee and a member of the orthopedic section ICF Clinical Practice Guidelines project team. In 2002, J.W. served as a PT volunteer in the Olympic Village Polyclinic in Salt Lake City for the 2002 Winter Olympics.

Dr. Matheson has several peer-reviewed publications in the areas of fear avoidance behaviors in physical therapy, mechanical lumbar traction, and the analysis of specific exercises for the knee and shoulder. He is also the co-author of eight physical therapy textbook chapters describing examination techniques and interventions in the areas of sports and orthopedic physical therapy. Dr. Matheson currently presents continuing education throughout the United States on the topics of best practice techniques for selected upper and lower extremity conditions.

J.W. is a 1996 Mayo School of Health Sciences graduate and he completed the nationally recognized physical therapy sports residency at Gundersen-Lutheran Sports Medicine in Onalaska, WI in 2001. He is a current student in the Nova Southeastern University Physical Therapy PhD Program.
Dr. Matheson is excited to be the newest member of the Larsen Sports Medicine & Physical Therapy (LSMPT) team. He will be helping staff the main office in Hudson as LSMPT develops satellites in Roberts, WI, and Hastings, MN.

In his free time, J.W. likes to escape with his family to Montana to hike, ski and fly fish.

Nathan Brine, LAT

Nate is graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Madison Athletic Training Program and holds a degree in Kinesiology. Working with the Badger sports medicine staff Nate was exposed to division one level athletic care and has brought this mind set and knowledge to Larsen Sports Medicine and Physical Therapy. During his undergraduate career he was a member with the National Athletic Trainers Association, active with the Wisconsin Athletic Trainers Association and received a leadership award from the organization. Nate has a passion for musculoskeletal injuries, working with athletes to achieve their peak potential and educating patients. When not working with patients or athletes, Nate enjoys pursuing his own athletic endeavors including triathlons, resistance training and enjoying the outdoors.

Jenna Lenards, LAT

Jenna has worked as one of Hudson High School's athletic trainers for the past 8 years.  She enjoys working with all types of sports and athletes.  Athletics have been a huge component of Jenna’s life for as long as she can remember.  Her hobbies include volleyball, basketball, biking, traveling and spending as much time with family and friends as possible.  She is currently heading up the athletic training program at St.Croix Central for Larsen Sports Medicine & Physical Therapy.

Justin Guzman, LAT

Justin graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with a degree in Kinesiology and a major in Athletic Training. Through working with the staff athletic trainers at UW, as well as the sports medicine doctors, Justin developed his knowledge and appreciation for what it takes to provide the highest quality care to an athletic population. In addition to treating injuries, Justin enjoys helping athletes get the most out of their potential through training programs and specialized instruction, particularly for baseball pitchers. Out side of work he enjoys staying active by running and weight training. Justin has also been known for tearing up some small mouth bass fishing and bagging trophy bucks.

Tracy Oswald, Office Manager

Tracy Oswald is the Office Manager and Billing Specialist for Larsen Sports Medicine & Physical Therapy. She has been with LSMPT since opening in 2006. Tracy came to us with 15 years of insurance and billing experience. Please feel free to contact her at any time before, during or after your therapy if you have any questions. She’ll be happy to help in any way she can.

Erin Jackman, Patient Care Coordinator

Erin works at Larsen Sports Medicine and Physical Therapy as a Patient Care Coordinator. She joined LSMPT in the summer of 2008. Her responsibilities include scheduling, insurance verification, supply management, marketing and advertisin Originally from Stillwater, MN, she now lives in Roberts, WI. A graduate from UW-Eau Claire with a bachelor’s degree in Psychology she has spent the last 7 years in Human Resources. Her hobbies include spending time with her husband, Jeff, and her two year old son, Brady. She also enjoys going to dinner with girlfriends and riding horses.

Dannelle Dernovsek, Patient Care Coordinator

Danelle works at Larsen Sports Medicine and Physical Therapy as a Patient Care Coordinator and has been employed with Larsen Sports Medicine and Physical Therapy since September of 2007. Originally from Hudson, WI, she now lives in River Falls, WI, and is a student at the University of Wisconsin, River Falls where she is pursuing a degree in Biomedical Sciences with a minor in Chemistry. Outside of school and work she enjoys spending time with friends and family but most importantly her son, Garrett.
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