Dr. Jason Gearhart is the owner and founder of Vital Six Physical Therapy and Performance. Dr. Gearhart received his Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology. In 2014, he received his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of Missouri-Columbia, where he was an assistant for outpatient orthopedic testing and diagnosis to graduate students. He then went on to complete a Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Orthopedic Physical Therapy at the #1 ranked physical therapy school in the United States - Washington University St. Louis.

Dr. Gearhart also has advanced manual therapy training with the American Academy of Manipulative Therapy. and is considered an expert in orthopedic physical therapy.

Dr. Gearhart’s special interests include the treatment of shoulder, hip, and low back pain, spinal disorders, sports injuries, manual therapy, tennis-related injuries, running injuries, and solving complex patient cases that have failed other treatment approaches. He prides himself on getting his patients better faster, by using the most current evidence-based interventions, and doing what is best for the patient’s goals.

His core belief is that it is not about the physician, the physical therapist, or the insurance company: it is about what is truly best for the patient. Dr. Gearhart resides in Kansas City, MO, and enjoys promoting a healthy lifestyle, exercising, tennis, playing tennis, reading, and spending time with his better half Sarah and dog Remy.

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Dr. Emily is a dedicated and compassionate physical therapist whose passion lies in helping others restore their mobility, regain independence, and do what they love, pain-free. With a deep-rooted commitment to improving the lives of her patients, she has built a reputation for providing exceptional care.

Dr. Emily holds a Bachelors of Science in Exercise and Movement Science and received her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Missouri State University in 2021. Since graduating, she has taken numerous hands-on continuing education courses to ensure that she can effectively treat her patients backed by the latest research.

Throughout her career, Dr. Emily has gained invaluable experience working with patients of all ages and backgrounds. Whether treating athletes recovering from sports injuries or elderly individuals seeking to enhance their quality of life, she approaches each case with empathy, expertise, and a personalized treatment plan tailored to meet the unique needs of every individual.

Dr. Emily resides in Kansas City, MO with her better half, Matt, and their dog Brodie. She loves to run, hike, play pickleball, go to the movies, explore breweries, and go to concerts.

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