Karen graduated with a BS in Physical Education with an Athletic Training emphasis in 1985 from Boise State University. She went on to complete the Physical Therapy program at University of Indianapolis in 1987. She received her orthopedic clinical specialist designation in 1994. She has been a Certified Kinesio Taping Instructor since 2003. Her primary experience has been in the realm of general orthopedics and sports medicine with an emphasis on manual therapy. Karen has also worked in home health and has a broad background to call upon. She believes in improving function and tolerance in patient activities and positions through a combination of patient education, manual therapy, exercise, modalities, and taping when indicated. She was a volunteer for the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta wher she worked at the softball venue. In her free time, Karen works in her garden, plays grass doubles volleyball, hikes, mountain bikes, and backpacks.
