About our Co-founders:
Dustin's Path: A Doctor's Personal Drive for Movement and Healing
Dr. Dustin Hancock's understanding of movement and healing was shaped by his own experiences. After fracturing his lower back in a competitive skiing accident, he gained a deep, personal insight into spinal pain and the approaches that truly work best for recovery. His commitment to understanding complex physical challenges was further solidified by his personal experience with neuromuscular dysfunctions, keenly observed through his younger brother's Cerebral Palsy and Cystic Fibrosis. This unique perspective fueled his passion to pursue advanced training in neuromuscular and vestibular (balance) settings directly out of his Doctorate Program. Dustin developed a profound love for "hard cases," constantly seeking and developing unique, effective treatment approaches that are rarely used elsewhere.
Katy's Resilience: From Challenge to Empowering Others
Co-founder Katy also faced a defining challenge that shaped her dedication. While working in Antarctica in 2015, a powerful storm brought unforeseen challenges, leading to a devastating injury. She endured a prolonged fight to secure timely medical care. This caused additional damage, making it nearly impossible to recover fully. She endured years of intensive physical therapy, working tirelessly to regain strength and function. This ignited a fierce drive to ensure others wouldn't endure similar hardships. She emerged with a clear purpose: to guide clients toward effective, transparent care and empower them to reclaim their lives.
Our Defining Mission:
United for Your Wellness
Together, these defining moments merged into a shared vision: to create Define Wellness & Physical Therapy. We've witnessed individuals reclaim their lives from chronic pain, rediscover daily activities, and achieve levels of movement even better than before their injury. Helping families enjoy adventures free from pain.
Our passion moving forward extends beyond individual client care through mentorship. We are dedicated to elevating the entire physical therapy industry and wellness sector, fostering a more collaborative and innovative approach. At Define Wellness & Physical Therapy, your journey to health and happiness is at the heart of everything we do. We listen, understand, and walk alongside you every step of the way to your best self.
