Meet Our Staff
Brian Doolan, MPT, CSC
Owner of Back in Motion
Why he's dedicated to helping you feel better faster.
Ask Brian Doolan where his motivation to open Back in Motion comes from, and he'll take you on a trip down memory lane.
"I got hurt a lot in high school," he recalls. "I remember physical therapists helping me out a lot."
Brian was a unique athlete in his earlier days. Not only did he participate in traditional sports, but he was also an avid dancer.
"My dance background gave me a unique perspective on how the body works and what muscles control motions," he said.
He used this perspective to pursue a career in physical therapy. After early experiences with large medical facilities and smaller independent practices, he became frustrated. "I felt like there were too many restrictions on how I could treat the patient," he said. "I couldn't provide them with the most effective treatment."
He decided a different approach was required. He opened Back in Motion to provide a practice that spends plenty of time with patients upfront, and then uses advanced Manual Therapy techniques to help them heal faster.
The approach has been highly successful, but Brian believes that his work has only just begun. "We're always looking for ways to improve," he said. "And if there's a way to help people feel better faster, we're going to find it."
Education and Training
- University of Wisconsin-Madison (1999 BA)
- University of Wisconsin-Madison (2002 MA) Certifications
Certifications
- Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
- North American Institute of Manual Therapy - Level II
Joelle Lane
I started working as an Office Manager for Back in Motion in November of 2009 and I am currently available in the office on Mondays, Wednesday and Fridays. McFarland has always been my hometown and I've lived here since I was very young. I moved to Michigan to attend college, and upon completing my degree in Creative Writing, I returned to Wisconsin and eventually returned home to the McFarland area, once again.
As a hobby of mine, I've always been very active in music and singing and I love photography. When I get a chance, I also enjoy visiting my friends and family in the Michigan area.
