Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine

Iowa State University offers physical therapy and sports medicine services designed to aid in the rehabilitation of Iowa State students, faculty and staff members who have suffered injury or illness, including sports related ailments.

The physical therapy and sports medicine department is located in the upper level of Thielen Student Health Center with free patient parking available.

If you would like to schedule an appointment or have questions, please call (515) 294-2626. You may also direct general questions to Jim Nespor, Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine Director at [email protected].

During this unknown period of COVID-19, we are offering telehealth visits for Physical Therapy in addition to office visits. Ask us about it when you call to see if it is an option for you! 

The physical therapy and sports medicine department is located on the second floor of Student Health. Just take the stairs or elevator to the second floor, and we’re the first department you’ll see.

Physical therapy and sports medicine is available to persons of all ages. Health insurance varies drastically in regards to whether a patient needs a provider referral to go to physical therapy. Health insurance not only differs by insurance carrier, but also by plan. We highly encourage students to check with their insurance provider ahead of time to ensure they will cover any charges for the visit to physical therapy.

Each member of the physical therapy and sports medicine team is licensed in the State of Iowa, and includes Jim Nespor, Dabney Larson-Hargrafen, Crystal Savage and Brent Bowser. Jill Jensen will greet you at the front desk.