Business Details
32 Years
experience
Your Trusted Physical Therapy Partner in Texas Hill Country
Since 1994, Sports Medicine & Physical Therapy (SM&PT) has been dedicated to helping individuals regain strength, mobility, and confidence through personalized physical therapy services. Founded by experienced professionals Andy McDonald, Jody Brown, and Ardra Hughes, our practice combines decades of clinical expertise with a patient-centered approach to address orthopedic, sports-related, and chronic injuries. Our team of licensed therapists utilizes evidence-based techniques, including therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, and injury prevention strategies, to create individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique goals. With multiple locations across the Texas Hill Country, we prioritize accessibility and convenience while maintaining a commitment to excellence in rehabilitation.Our board-certified specialists and Titleist Performance Institute (TPI)-certified therapists bring advanced skills in sports medicine, ensuring athletes of all levels receive specialized care. We emphasize patient education and long-term wellness, empowering individuals to prevent re-injury and maintain optimal function. Over 24 years of service have solidified our reputation as a trusted leader in physical therapy, supported by countless success stories from patients returning to active lifestyles. Our focus on honesty, integrity, and teamwork ensures every client receives compassionate, high-quality care. By staying at the forefront of physical therapy advancements, we continue to deliver measurable outcomes that restore patients to their highest level of function.
Services
Physical Therapy
Sports Medicine
Orthopedic Care
Injury Prevention
Therapeutic Exercise
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We have over 24 years of experience in outpatient physical therapy.
- Our team includes board-certified sports specialists and TPI-certified therapists.
- We offer individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient's specific goals.
- We operate multiple clinics across the Texas Hill Country for convenient access.
- Our therapists combine advanced certifications with hands-on clinical expertise.
Associations and certifications
- Titleist Performance Institute (TPI)
What people say
Best care possible
Proficient and expert treatments
Remarkable therapy outcome
Knowledgeable and helpful
Professional treatment
Services
Physical Therapy
Our physical therapy services focus on restoring mobility, reducing pain, and improving physical function through customized treatment plans. Using evidence-based techniques like therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, and functional training, we address orthopedic injuries, post-surgical recovery, and chronic conditions. Patients receive one-on-one care from licensed therapists committed to long-term wellness and injury prevention.
Sports Medicine
Specialized sports medicine programs treat athletic injuries while optimizing performance for competitive and recreational athletes. Our board-certified specialists address ACL tears, rotator cuff injuries, and other sports-related conditions using advanced rehabilitation techniques. With TPI-certified therapists, we offer sport-specific training to enhance performance while minimizing re-injury risks through biomechanical analysis and targeted strengthening programs.
Orthopedic Care
Orthopedic physical therapy addresses injuries affecting shoulders, knees, hips, and ankles through comprehensive evaluation and targeted interventions. We combine manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, and modalities to treat fractures, joint replacements, and musculoskeletal disorders. Our goal-oriented approach focuses on restoring joint function, improving range of motion, and building strength to support long-term musculoskeletal health.
Injury Prevention
Injury prevention services identify movement imbalances and biomechanical risks through detailed assessments. We develop customized exercise programs to improve flexibility, core stability, and proper movement patterns. These proactive strategies benefit athletes and active individuals seeking to maintain physical health, reduce chronic pain recurrence, and enhance overall functional capacity through education and targeted interventions.
Therapeutic Exercise
Therapeutic exercise programs build strength, endurance, and functional mobility through supervised, progressive resistance training. Tailored to individual needs, these exercises address muscle imbalances, improve joint stability, and enhance neuromuscular control. Our therapists guide patients through safe, effective routines that complement other treatments while promoting long-term physical independence and injury resilience.
People
Andy McDonald
Owner
Andy McDonald, a Texas A&M graduate with a physical therapy degree from Southwest Texas State University, founded SM&PT's Fredericksburg clinic in 2001. With over 25 years of experience, he specializes in outpatient orthopedics and has developed multiple satellite clinics across the Hill Country while maintaining active clinical practice.
Jody Brown
Owner
Jody Brown, a Hardin-Simmons University Master of Physical Therapy graduate, joined SM&PT in 2002 and became an owner in 2005. He established the Kerrville clinic and brings expertise in sports rehabilitation, combining his athletic background with clinical experience to serve patients across multiple locations.
Ardra Hughes
Owner
Ardra Hughes, a Doctor of Science from Texas Tech University Health Science Center, specializes in sports physical therapy. As an APTA Board Certified Sports Specialist and TPI-certified therapist, she contributes advanced expertise in athletic performance enhancement while maintaining active clinical and educational roles within SM&PT.
Caitlin Riley
Clinic Director
Caitlin Riley, a Doctor of Physical Therapy from Angelo State University, serves as Kerrville Clinic Director. A Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, she specializes in orthopedic and sports medicine treatments while providing clinical instruction and community leadership through volunteer initiatives.
Michael Curtin
Physical Therapist
Michael Curtin, a board-certified orthopedic specialist with fellowship training in manual therapy, brings 20 years of direct patient care experience. A former U.S. Air Force physical therapist, he specializes in movement analysis, dry needling, and musculoskeletal primary care at SM&PT's Marble Falls and Kingsland locations.
Questions
What types of physical therapy services do you offer?
We provide orthopedic rehabilitation, sports medicine, injury prevention, therapeutic exercise programs, and post-surgical recovery treatments tailored to individual patient needs.
Do you treat non-athletes and general orthopedic conditions?
Yes, we treat all patients with musculoskeletal injuries, chronic pain, and mobility limitations regardless of athletic background or injury type.
Are your therapists board-certified specialists?
Our team includes APTA Board Certified Sports Specialists and therapists with advanced certifications in manual therapy and sports performance enhancement.
How many clinic locations do you operate?
We serve the Texas Hill Country through clinics in Fredericksburg, Kerrville, Marble Falls, Llano, and Leakey with satellite services in Blanco.
What should I bring to my first appointment?
Bring your physician's referral (if required), insurance information, comfortable clothing, and any relevant medical records or imaging results for your initial evaluation.
Do you offer direct access to physical therapy?
Texas allows direct access to physical therapy for up to 10 visits or 30 days without physician referral, subject to insurance requirements.
