BRYAN VAUGHN, PT, DPT, OCS
Bryan is a licensed physical therapist and board certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist with nearly a decade of experience in outpatient orthopedics and performance rehabilitation. Bryan has had the opportunity to work with a diverse population ranging from professional and collegiate athletes to busy executives and active adults, guiding them through injury recovery, surgical rehabilitation, and performance optimization.
Over the course of his career, Bryan has developed a strong focus on identifying the root cause of movement limitations rather than simply treating symptoms. This allows creation of more effective, individualized treatment plans that bridge the gap between rehabilitation and performance. Bryan's approach combines clinical expertise with a performance mindset to deliver one-on-one care that is precise, individualized, and results-driven—helping clients not only get out of pain, but return to training, sport, and daily life with greater strength and confidence than before.
Education & Clinical Training:
Bryan Vaughn earned his Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Physiology from Texas Christian University in Fort Worth, Texas, where he developed a strong foundation in human performance, biomechanics, and exercise science. He went on to complete his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences in Austin, Texas, where he received advanced clinical training in orthopedic rehabilitation, movement science, and evidence-based practice.
Following graduation, Bryan completed an Orthopedic Residency through Upstream Rehabilitation Institute, further refining his clinical reasoning and manual therapy skills while treating a diverse orthopedic patient population. He subsequently achieved board certification as an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) through the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties (ABPTS), reflecting advanced expertise in the evaluation and treatment of musculoskeletal conditions. Bryan is also certified in trigger point dry needling through the Upstream Rehabilitation Institute, allowing him to incorporate this evidence-informed technique into comprehensive treatment plans when appropriate.
