About

Alexa Horning, PT, DPT, is a lower-extremity specialist that works closely with hip rehabilitation both non-operative and post-operative conditions. She also has a special interest in working with athletes of all kinds, specializing in working with dancers. As a former competitive dancer and past dance team coach, she has good insight into the competitive nature of the sport and how to return athletes to play after injuries. She is a passionate and motivating physical therapist that is dedicated to help each patient reach their highest level of function, recover from injury, and reach their goals. She utilizes an evidence-based approach to treat her patients through creating an individualized treatment plan based on functional exercise, patient education, and hands-on manual techniques, including soft tissue releasing, joint mobilization, and dry needling.

When she is not treating patients, Alexa loves spending time with her husband, two kids and pup! She also loves hiking, traveling, and cheering on her favorite sports teams.

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), University of Minnesota
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Kinesiology, University of Minnesota

Professional Affiliations

American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)