Partner
Clinic Manager
Doctor of Physical Therapy

Melissa Hansen serves as a physical therapist for Kinetic Edge Physical Therapy, as well as the Pella clinic manager and a partner in the company. She is also certified in dry needling. Her mission is to serve patients and clients well while treating the entire patient.

Melissa earned her masters and doctorate in physical therapy from St. Ambrose University after receiving her bachelor’s in exercise science from the University of Iowa. Melissa lives in Pella with her husband, Ted, and two sons.

FUN FACTS ABOUT MELISSA:

Favorite movie: Grease
Something on her bucket list: Visit Australia
Actress she’d pick to play her life: Drew Barrymore

Occupational Therapist
Partner

Elise Spronk joined Kinetic Edge in 2006. She is an occupational therapist who specializes in pediatrics and hand therapy, and is a partner of the company. Her mission at Kinetic Edge is to provide hope and help to her clients through therapy sessions that are meaningful and fun (especially for the kids), and improve their overall function.

Elise earned her master’s degree in occupational therapy from the University of South Dakota in 1997. She is also certified by Norton School of Lymphatic Therapy as a Lymphedema Specialist. Elise lives in Pella with her two sons.

FUN FACTS ABOUT ELISE:

Hobbies: Shopping, home decorating projects, and traveling to see extended family members
Something on her bucket list: Visit national parks in a RV, even though she’s rarely camped in her life

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Doctor of Physical Therapy

Liz Vermeer serves as a physical therapist for Kinetic Edge. Her mission is to help people return to doing things they love by improving their understanding of movement and the benefits of movement to their mind, body and spirit.

Liz earned a bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of Iowa. (GO HAWKS!) She enjoys working with a variety of clients, but has a special place for moms who are trying to get back to activity safely after having children. Liz grew up in Carroll, Iowa, and has made her home in Pella with her husband Micah, and her daughters, Sophia, Claire, Nora and Eve. Liz loves to spend time outdoors and chase her girls from activity to activity.

FUN FACTS ABOUT LIZ:

Favorite ice cream flavor: Raspberry Chocolate Chip
Next place she would like to visit: Boston, MA
She is the youngest of 9 children!

Doctor of Physical Therapy

Sara Schroeder serves as a physical therapist for Kinetic Edge in Pella. Her mission is to serve and be involved in the community and provide the utmost quality care to create happy and healthy individuals.

Sara earned a bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science from Central College, and a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Des Moines University. She is also Level 1 certified in Functional Dry Needling. Sara is originally from Montezuma, Iowa. In her free time, Sara enjoys spending time with her family, gardening, lifting weights, and traveling. Sara and her husband, Lee, have a son, Arthur.

FUN FACTS ABOUT SARA:

Dream Vacation: Norway
Bucket List Item: Taking a trip to Alaska
Favorite band/singer: Kip Moore, Florida Georgia Line, Luke Combs

Doctor of Physical Therapy

Ashley serves as a physical therapist for Kinetic Edge in Pella. Her mission is to provide evidence-based care for clients in the local community and work to be a role model of health and fitness as clients are finding the best versions of themselves.

Ashley earned a bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training from Central College. She earned her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of South Dakota. Ashley is originally from Cambridge, IA. In her free time, she enjoys running, reading, sewing, traveling, and spending time with her family.

FUN FACTS ABOUT ASHLEY:

Bucket List: Run the Disney Fairy Tale Challenge (10K race one day the next day a half marathon all through Disney World), Watch the Chicago Cubs play at Wrigley Field, & visit New York City

Her favorite movie: Lion King (Original Version)

Dream Vacation: Travel to Europe and visit Scotland (again), Germany (again), and Poland

Doctor of Physical Therapy

Joel serves as a physical therapist for Kinetic Edge in Pella. His mission is to serve and bless others on their road to healing. Joel longs to see everyone live and feel their best.

Joel earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Northwestern College. He earned a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Creighton University in Nebraska, and is ASTYM certified. Joel is originally from Cedar Rapids, IA. In his free time, he enjoys hiking, playing with his kids, and cheering on the Hawkeyes.

FUN FACTS ABOUT JOEL:

Dream Vacation: Hiking in New Zealand
Bucket List Item: Walk the Camino de Santiago in Spain
Favorite Movie: The original Star Wars trilogy

Occupational Therapist

Paige is an occupational therapist at our Pella location. Her mission is to show God’s love through her interactions, joy, and passion while working with both children and adults. She earned her Masters of Science in Occupational Therapy through Allen College in Waterloo after graduating from Central College with a bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science. Paige also completed her final clinical fieldwork experiences with the OT team at Kinetic Edge in Pella.

Paige is originally from Grimes. She enjoys crafting, crocheting, working out, reading, puzzles, and hanging out with family/friends and her dog, Sampson.

FUN FACTS ABOUT PAIGE:

Dream Vacation: Two week Caribbean-island beach vacation with no other tourists
Something on her bucket list: Learn American Sign Language
Favorite Movie: Harry Potter series

Occupational Therapist

Malea is an occupational therapist with Kinetic Edge. Malea studied Movement and Exercise Science at University of Northern Iowa. She then earned her Masters of Science in Occupational Therapy from Allen College. Her mission for working at Kinetic Edge is to empower all clients to have a positive outlook on life and to allow them to participate in more life activities and achieve their goals.

Malea is originally from Ankeny. In her free time, she enjoys being in the outdoors, shopping, and spending time with family & friends.

FUN FACTS ABOUT MALEA:

Favorite Movie: Hannah Montana
Bucket List Item: Sky Diving
Dream Vacation: Staying in a bungalow in Bora Bora

Doctor of Physical Therapy

Bennett works as a physical therapist at Kinetic Edge Physical Therapy’s Pella location. His mission is to help empower his clients and instill a sense of resiliency that allows them to live their life to their fullest potential.

Bennett is originally from Marengo, IA. He has an Exercise Science degree from Wartburg College in Waverly. Bennett earned his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from University of Iowa. In his spare time he enjoys being outdoors, exercising, hiking with his dog, and being with friends and family.

FUN FACTS ABOUT BENNETT:

Favorite Bands: Chris Stapleton & Jed Harrelson
Favorite Movie: Back to the Future
Dream Vacation: Travel in Asia for one month

Occupational Therapy Assistant

Athletic Trainer

Ashley Beekman serves occupational therapy clients in our Pella clinic and at Vermeer Ranch, where she provides hippotherapy – an OT treatment method with use the of equine as a treatment tool. Ashley also administers pre-work screens and drug screens. Her mission is to provide servant-hearted care for those who have health care needs.

This Fulton, Illinois native moved to Pella to attend Central College where she received her bachelor’s degree in athletic training. She went on to earn her Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant degree from Indian Hills before joining the Kinetic Edge team in 2014. Ashley lives outside of Pella with her husband, Spencer, sons, Beckett & Merrick, and their two dogs, Wrigley (corgi) and Remi (golden retriever).

FUN FACTS ABOUT ASHLEY:

Celebrity she hopes will come to Kinetic Edge: Anthony Rizzo! Go Cubs Go!
Something on her bucket list: Learn sign language
Hobbies: Running, going on walks, hunting, fishing, DIY projects, watching movies, baking/cooking, being outdoors

Occupational Therapy Assistant

Kylie serves as an occupational therapy assistant at the Newton & Pella locations. Kylie’s mission is to help clients gain independence while strengthening the development of lifelong skills, sensory motor, coordination, executive functioning, and regulation to promote functional capabilities through delivering quality care with positivity.

Kylie earned an associate’s degree of applied science at Indian Hills Community College and a bachelor’s degree in Health Science at the University of South Dakota. In her free time, Kylie enjoys photography, painting and drawing, and swimming. She is originally from Brownwood, Texas. Kylie and her husband, Blake, live in Newton with their two dogs, Nova and Reba.

FUN FACTS ABOUT KYLIE:

Bucket List: Travel to Greece and Germany
Favorite Band: Greta Van Fleet
Favorite Movie: Sing 2

Occupational Therapy Assistant

Jordan serves as an occupational therapy assistant at the Pella location. Her mission is to aide each individual in their journey to living life to its fullest through meaningful activities.

Jordan earned a Bachelors of Science in Exercise Science at Truman State University and her associates in Occupational Therapy Assistant from Indian Hills. In her free time, Jordan enjoys crafting, and spending time with friends and family. Jordan and her family live in Pella.

FUN FACTS ABOUT JORDAN:

Favorite Band: Brandon Lake
Favorite Color: Blue

Injury Prevention Specialist

Athletic Trainer

Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist

Dustin Briggs is the Health and Injury Prevention Specialist at Kinetic Edge Physical Therapy. At Kinetic Edge, Dustin helps with athletic training coordination, drug screen coordination, pre-work screens, 3M onsite injury management, and medical fitness program. His mission for working at Kinetic Edge is to provide thoughtful evidence-based and movement-based care for clients in the workplace and in the area high schools.

Dustin earned his master’s degree in kinesiology and health promotion with an athletic training emphasis from the University of Kentucky after earning his bachelors in athletic training from the University of Northern Iowa. He is active with the Iowa Athletic Trainers’ Society and is a past president and currently volunteers for the Grinnell fire department. This lifelong learner and advocate of the profession has also served as a college instructor for seven years. Dustin and his wife Lisa have seven kids and live in Grinnell.

FUN FACTS ABOUT DUSTIN:

If he were an animal, he’d be a: Beaver because they have lots of skills and like to be busy
Favorite movie: Star Wars or any Avengers/Marvel movie
Favorite band: O.A.R., Mumford & Sons, and Beach Boys

Athletic Trainer

Natalie serves as an athletic trainer for Kinetic Edge. Her mission is to help others achieve their goals and stay healthy.

Natalie earned a BA in Athletic Training from Central College & a Master of Science in Sports Management from Louisiana State University. Natalie is originally from Pella. In her free time, she enjoys reading, traveling, and spending time with family.

FUN FACTS ABOUT NATALIE:

Something on her Bucket List: See the pyramids in Egypt
Dream Vacation: The Netherlands
Favorite Movie: Sweet Home Alabama or Harry Potter

Athletic Trainer

Rachel serves as an athletic trainer for Kinetic Edge. She is passionate about helping young athletes have a great athletic experience and ensure they stay healthy along their journey.

Rachel earned a BA in Athletic Training from Central College & a Masters degree in Sports Administration with an emphasis on Sports Management from Upper Iowa University. Rachel is originally from Stockton, IL. In her free time, she enjoys golfing, fishing, cooking & baking, and going on family walks.

FUN FACTS ABOUT RACHEL:

Something on her Bucket List: Deep Sea Fishing
Dream Vacation: Anywhere on the beach
Favorite Movie: Ferris Bueller’s Day Off

Occupational Therapy Assistant

Mallory serves as an occupational therapy assistant at the Pella location. Her mission is to be a resource for children and families that will help guide them to reach their full potential and achieve their goals.

Mallory earned a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from Iowa State University and an Occupational Therapy Assistant degree from Indian Hills. In her free time, she enjoys running, reading and being outdoors. Mallory is originally from Adel and now lives in West Des Moines.

FUN FACTS ABOUT MALLORY:

Dream Vacation: Visit Ireland
Favorite Movie: A Walk to Remember
Bucket List Item: Run a marathon

Care Coordinator

Laura Van Zee is a care coordinator at our Pella location. Laura answers the phones, welcomes clients into the office, helps with your questions, schedules appointments, and pitches in with whatever else is needed! Laura loves working with people and loves being able to do that at a place that offers hope and healing.

Laura and her husband Myron live in Pella. They have four kids and eleven grandkids. When she’s not at Kinetic Edge, you’ll likely find her spending time with her family or cooking and baking!

FUN FACTS ABOUT LAURA:

Food she’d eat for the rest of her life: Peanut butter
Favorite season: Spring

Care Coordinator

Molly is a care coordinator at our Pella location and she also serves as a care coordinator floater to provide coverage for other KE clinics as needed. Molly answers the phones, welcomes clients into the office, helps with your questions, schedules appointments, and pitches in with whatever else is needed! Molly’s mission for working at Kinetic Edge is to help the clients feel welcome, comfortable, and at ease. She knows it can make some people nervous starting at a new place. She wants to help them feel a little more at ease when they come in.

Molly is originally from Knoxville & Pleasantville, and now lives in Pleasantville with her husband and two daughters. In her free time, she enjoys swimming laps, quilting, reading, going for walks, and hand knitting. She is also a certified health & life coach and personal trainer.

FUN FACTS ABOUT MOLLY:

Dream Vacations: France, Germany, Italy, Alaska, Australia, & Alcatraz.
Favorite Singer: Shania Twain
Pets: 1 dog (Pomeagle) and 2 kittens

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