Des Moines

Todd Schemper, PT, DPT, OCS

COO, Partner, Clinic Manager, and Doctor of Physical Therapy

As a physical therapist, Todd enjoys problem solving the cause of a pain or injury to help clients find the best solution for recovery and prevention.

Todd is the COO for Kinetic Edge, as well as a partner in the company and the Des Moines and Waukee clinic manager. His mission is to serve those who entrust their therapy needs to him by focusing on treating the whole person since the source of a problem is often not where the complaint is. He enjoys using education, manual therapy, and specific exercise to address the needs of his clients.

Todd earned his master’s and doctorate in physical therapy from Des Moines University after earning a bachelor’s degree in psychology and exercise science from Dordt College. Todd is also an Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist, a certified Astym provider and level 1 functional dry needling provider. Todd resides in West Des Moines with his wife, Denise, and their three kids.

FUN FACTS ABOUT TODD:

• Something on his bucket list: He is working on competing in a running race or triathlon in all 50 states and is currently half way there.
• Actor he’d pick to play his life: Mark Wahlberg
• Hobbies: Running, cycling, hiking and being active with his wife and kids

Kaity Hall, PT, DPT, ATC

Doctor of Physical Therapy & Athletic Trainer

Kaity Hall serves as a physical therapist for Kinetic Edge. Her mission is to serve clients by looking at them as a whole and providing functional treatments, in addition to promoting overall health and wellness. She has a passion for functional treatment and regularly uses a Gary Gray functional movement analysis and treatment approach.

Kaity graduated from the University of Northern Iowa with a degree in Athletic Training and then went on to earn her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Des Moines University. She has previous experience working as a physical therapist and athletic trainer in Waukee. In her free time, Kaity enjoys being outdoors, going to the Farmer’s Market, cooking, and exercising. Kaity and her husband, Austin, live in Urbandale.

FUN FACTS ABOUT KAITY:

• Something on her bucket list: Vacation in Australia
• Celebrity she hopes will do therapy at Kinetic Edge: Aly Raisman
• Food she’d eat for the rest of her life: Mexican food

James Laughlin, PTA

Physical Therapist Assistant

James is a physical therapist assistant for Kinetic Edge Physical Therapy. His mission is to serve his patients by providing the highest level of service to promote physical well-being.

James earned his Associate’s Degree from Mercy College in Des Moines. Prior to entering the medical field, James worked as a fitness manager, overseeing personal training at two locations in the Des Moines metro. James lives in Ankeny with Sally Twedt and their two children, Reagan and Tacoree. They have three dogs – Greta, Madge and Murphy.

FUN FACTS ABOUT JAMES:

• His favorite band: Red Hot Chili Peppers
• Something on his bucket list: Visit New Zealand
• Food he’d eat for the rest of his life: Pizza

Samantha Webb

Care Coordinator

Samantha Webb is the care coordinator at our Des Moines and Waukee locations. Sam answers the phones, helps answer clients’ questions, schedules appointments, and pitches in with whatever else is needed!

Sam graduated from Central College with a degree in Exercise Science. She and her husband, Jake, live in Grimes with their dog, Major. When Sam isn’t working, you’re likely to find her dancing or crafting.

FUN FACTS ABOUT SAM:

• Food she’d eat for the rest of her life: Chinese, chicken fried rice in particular
• Favorite band: Brett Dennen
• Sam is also a dance teacher – which is why you can usually find her dancing!