Your care will be provided by some of the area's most highly-trained, board-certified physical therapists who continually advance their skills to provide you with the latest treatment options. In fact, therapists from Body Mechanics often teach and care for other physical therapists in the community and have developed a reputation for expertise among our industry peers.
Unlike physical therapy clinics that see multiple patients at the same time, Body Mechanics has long distinguished itself with one-on-one care typically with the same therapist each visit.
Unlike physical therapy clinics that see multiple patients at the same time, Body Mechanics has long distinguished itself with one-on-one care typically with the same therapist each visit.
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As physical therapists, we are best known for our advanced manual therapy methods. Typically, we find areas of your body that are tight and restricted that are very hard for you to free up on your own. With our training, we know how to press in the right spots, in the right direction, and at the right time specifically mobilize these areas in your muscles, joints, and deep connective tissue.
I can't wait to see my patients because I always believe I can help them. My colleagues and I have been gifted with unique skills and abilities that can make a huge difference for people. Being a physical therapist is great because I get to work with wide variety of patients and actively help them implement positive change in their lives, improve function and reduce symptoms. I love showing patients that physical therapy is much more than exercise.
Andy has practiced physical therapy since 1983 and has developed into a respected leader in the Milwaukee-area orthopedic and sports physical therapy community. In 2014, the Wisconsin Physical Therapy Association selected Andy as the Physical Therapist of the Year Award winner. He founded the independent free-standing PT practice of Body Mechanics in 1999 and has successfully assembled a talented team of highly skilled manual physical therapists to serve the area.His dual background of athletic training and physical therapy, combined with his skills in analyzing human movement, communication, and gifted sense of touch allow him to help athletes and other individuals optimize their physical abilities.
Gregg graduated from Marquette University with a Masters Degree in Physical Therapy. He also holds an undergraduate Degree in Exercise Physiology from UW-Milwaukee. Since graduation, he has specialized in orthopaedic physical therapy, and is board certified as an orthopaedic clinical specialist (OCS) by the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties.
Reviews (15)
Lee
Feb 27, 2022
Barbara Armstrong
Jan 28, 2022
The team at Body Mechanics is incredible. When I need extra encouragement and some PT to get my body working again, I know Andy, Elizabeth and others are there to help me learn (and sometimes relearn) how to keep my body working well. This is a judgement free zone that uses the most up to date techniques and kind and patient instruction to help me heal myself.
The environment is light filled and comfortable. All the staff are knowledgeable and friendly and I value their expertise and recommendations. Best place to recover from injury or get into shape!
The environment is light filled and comfortable. All the staff are knowledgeable and friendly and I value their expertise and recommendations. Best place to recover from injury or get into shape!
Nate Nennig
Dec 28, 2021
Muskego Soccer
Nov 07, 2021
Cindy
Oct 31, 2021
I've had good PTs before but working with Elizabeth was like nothing I've experienced previously. She is remarkable! She was so understanding, supportive and clear when explaining the effects of my hip surgery and what I needed to do to recover function. Thanks to her, I'm mobile again and still improving. She is truly a top-notch professional!
Kora Pettengill
Sep 16, 2021
Darin Campagna
Jul 03, 2021
Elizabeth has been able to help in 2.5 weeks with pain I have been struggling with for 5 Months. I have been to 2 chiropractors and 2 PT prior to Elizabeth without any relief. I also tried massage and acupuncture without success. Elizabeth takes great notes and understands all of the health issues involved. She was the first to introduce dry needling which has done wonders for helping with the pain. I went from constant pain to being able to water ski again. Thanks Elizabeth and Jenn. I truly appreciate your hard work and help.
Leslie Shippee
May 10, 2021
I met Elizabeth Melville after a shoulder repair surgery was unsuccessful and I was looking at a long recovery from a concurrent nerve injury before further shoulder repair could be attempted. I wanted someone who I felt confident would take the long view and work with me through slow progress and with multiple objectives. Elizabeth has been absolutely WONDERFUL to work with!
She listens carefully and applies her extensive knowledge of human anatomy and body mechanics. She always checks her understanding and conclusions with me to ensure we both have a clear understanding. She thinks outside the box about treatment modalities. She is kind, caring, and so enthusiastic in her work; I trust that my wellbeing and progress are absolutely a priority for her.
Something out of the ordinary in my experience with physical therapists is that she followed up via email with me regarding home exercises. She also readily uses physical manipulation when called for. I have a several months-long path of recovery ahead, and I couldn't be happier or more assured to be working with Elizabeth.
She listens carefully and applies her extensive knowledge of human anatomy and body mechanics. She always checks her understanding and conclusions with me to ensure we both have a clear understanding. She thinks outside the box about treatment modalities. She is kind, caring, and so enthusiastic in her work; I trust that my wellbeing and progress are absolutely a priority for her.
Something out of the ordinary in my experience with physical therapists is that she followed up via email with me regarding home exercises. She also readily uses physical manipulation when called for. I have a several months-long path of recovery ahead, and I couldn't be happier or more assured to be working with Elizabeth.
Hannah Selendic
May 09, 2021
I started physical therapy with Elizabeth three weeks ago and from the first moment, she made me feel at ease and reassured me that we would get to the bottom of my pain and that she thought she could help me. The office manager, Lorinda, is also amazing. She took the time to break down the costs for me so that I could make the right decision on a payment plan.
I'm making really good progress, relearning how to use parts of my body I have been using incorrectly, and my pain levels are significantly lower day by day. I look forward to completing my PT plan under the care and guidance of Elizabeth and to leading a more happy and physically active existence. I also appreciate her teaching mentality. She takes the time to explain what muscles we are targeting and how it all works. I'm a nerd who appreciates that sort of stuff. If you're in pain, do yourself a favor and make an appointment.
I'm making really good progress, relearning how to use parts of my body I have been using incorrectly, and my pain levels are significantly lower day by day. I look forward to completing my PT plan under the care and guidance of Elizabeth and to leading a more happy and physically active existence. I also appreciate her teaching mentality. She takes the time to explain what muscles we are targeting and how it all works. I'm a nerd who appreciates that sort of stuff. If you're in pain, do yourself a favor and make an appointment.
Penny Kailing
Apr 29, 2021
I have been a long term patient of Body Mechanics. Their excellent therapy has allowed me to retain an active lifestyle overcoming osteoarthritis and scoliosis infirmities. I highly recommend their skilled services which focus on hands on therapy honed from years of training above and beyond PT school.
Tom Herbstreith
Mar 21, 2021
I've been to a number of Physical Therapists in the past with limited success. Approximately 8 years ago, I was told by a back surgeon that I would need back surgery in 3 to 5 years. I was also given an exercise regimen that did not help. My wife had great success resolving hip and neck issues at Body Mechanics. Since I was experiencing a lot of pain, I decided to give them a try as a last effort before surgery.
Their expertise was outstanding. Eight years later, I'm doing great - biking, cross country skiing, etc. with no surgery in sight. I can't say enough good things about the expertise of this organization!
Their expertise was outstanding. Eight years later, I'm doing great - biking, cross country skiing, etc. with no surgery in sight. I can't say enough good things about the expertise of this organization!
Kristina Adoo
Feb 21, 2021
I've never written a review for any company before, so the fact that I am actually writing one speaks volumes for how incredible Body Mechanics is. I have spent decades with knee pain. Body Mechanics was and is the only place I have found relief. Both Carl and Andy have provided tools to minimize my pain. I have been going here for 8 years now. Thanks to Andy I was able to summit Mt Kilimanjaro.
Thanks to Carl, I am playing soccer, staying active and doing all the things I love. Even if I don't need specific work done, I still go to Carl for a tuneup. I was extremely inactive prior to finding BM, and none of these things would have been possible without them. Thank you Andy for getting me started! Thank you Carl for keeping me going!
Thanks to Carl, I am playing soccer, staying active and doing all the things I love. Even if I don't need specific work done, I still go to Carl for a tuneup. I was extremely inactive prior to finding BM, and none of these things would have been possible without them. Thank you Andy for getting me started! Thank you Carl for keeping me going!
Mary Jean Fowler
Jan 18, 2021
Body Mechanics has been my "go to" PT clinic for years. My recent course of therapy with Carl has been of the same high quality! Carl is an extremely well trained, meticulous and curious practitioner. He got to the bottom of an old knee injury and I am now running again, after being sidelined recently. I really appreciate his thorough assessment, manual therapy, exercise education and follow up. I have referred many friends and family to Body Mechanics through the years and will continue to do so wholeheartedly.
Nicole Gainacopulos RunMomentumMKE
Nov 24, 2020
I can't speak highly enough about all the physical therapists at Body Mechanics! As a running coach, BM is the only place I feel confident sending my runners to knowing they will get the best care and be able to stay running while in treatment when possible (every runners dream!). The Alter G treadmill is a giant bonus for those recovering from injuries. Personally, I have worked with 2 therapists at the downtown location and had amazing care. Carl helped me complete a marathon 5 months post-partum after my first baby while I battled SI joint instability and plantar faciitis issues. Jenna has been helping me after baby #2 with pelvic floor strengthening and general tune-ups. I can't thank them enough for keeping me and my runners continuing to reach our goals!
J. W.
Jul 10, 2019
Andy from Body Mechanics is as good as they get. While racing in the Tour of America's Dairyland criterium race, I injured my knee. Limping along the sidewalk, I found Andy's tent and asked for a consultation. Andy went above and beyond -- immediately identifying that the injured knee could be the victim of a tight hamstring and a previous foot injury.
He did manual work on my foot and hamstring for 30+ minutes to relieve the pain and pressure. He pointed out how I could identify fluid build up in my knee, referred me to someone in my area (not local to WI), and gave me some helpful tips on treatments that might be useful in the future. I wish I lived in WI! Thanks Andy!
He did manual work on my foot and hamstring for 30+ minutes to relieve the pain and pressure. He pointed out how I could identify fluid build up in my knee, referred me to someone in my area (not local to WI), and gave me some helpful tips on treatments that might be useful in the future. I wish I lived in WI! Thanks Andy!
