About Meadows Physical Therapy

Manisha Kapasi, PT, PhD, CHT

CERTIFIED HAND THERAPIST
PHYSICAL THERAPIST

Manisha is the President and Owner of Meadows Physical Therapy and Hand Clinic since its inception in 2001. She started the clinic to provide individualized care to patients. In 2003, she opened a second branch in Lawrenceville. Manisha has a PhD in Anatomy and has over 19 years experience as a physical therapist in treating orthopedic and hand injuries and is a certified hand therapist for the past 14 years. She has served as a guest lecturer at Emory University to teach the Doctor of Physical Therapy students about hand rehabilitation. In 2009, Manisha obtained her certification in dry needling to treat myofascial pain. Manisha is a member of the American Society of Hand Therapists and Georgia Upper Extremity Special Interest Group.

Heidi Chichester, PT

ORTHOPEDIC PHYSICAL THERAPIST
SPORTS MEDICINE PHYSICAL THERAPIST

Heidi received her MS in Physical Therapy from University of Miami. She has over 11 years of clinical experience with extensive training and practice in manual physical therapy. Heidi specializes in treatment of the neck and spine as well as all of the joints of the arms and legs. She has worked with patients recovering from all types of orthopedic surgeries including ACL reconstruction, Rotator Cuff Repair, Labral Repairs of the shoulder and hip, and Total Joint Replacements of the Shoulder, Hip, Knee and Great toe. In addition to being a physical therapist, Heidi is a Certified Infant Massage Instructor. Heidi is an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association and the Physical Therapy Association of Georgia.

Ann M. Lucado, PT, CHT

CERTIFIED HAND THERAPIST
PHYSICAL THERAPIST

Ann received her MS in Community Health Education and Physical Therapy at Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia and is a doctoral candidate at Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Ann has over 18 years of clinical experience in hand rehabilitation. She has conducted numerous instructional seminars specific to upper extremity rehabilitation across the country and has served as adjunct faculty in the university setting. Ann is a member of both the American Society of Hand Therapists and American Physical Therapy Association and is active in clinical research.

Camille Gray, PT

ORTHOPEDIC PHYSICAL THERAPIST

Camille received her MHS in Physical Therapy from University of Indianapolis: Krannert School Of Physical Therapy where she specialized in orthopedics and neurology. Her 10 years of clinical experience mainly addressed the rehab of patients with degenerative arthritis, bursitis, adhesive capsulitis, plantar fasciitis, Rotator Cuff Repair in addition to patients recovering from orthopedic surgeries such as ACL reconstruction, meniscal repairs and joint replacements in the upper and lower extremities. Camille is a credentialed clinical instructor with the American Physical Therapy Association.

Jamie Miner, PT

NEUROLOGIC/VESTIBULAR PHYSICAL THERAPIST

Jamie graduated with a degree in physical therapy from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Jamie has over 20 years of experience as a physical therapist and has worked in acute care, rehab, home health, long term care, out-patient care and has a certificate in Vestibular Rehabilitation from Emory University. She enjoys helping patients with neurological disorders, including stroke, Parkinson's disease, and dizziness and falls problems. She has made many presentations to support groups such as the Parkinson Support group, stroke support group and church groups about fall prevention. Jamie is currently working on her doctoral degree in physical therapy from Shenandoah University. She is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association, APTA Neurological Section, and the Vestibular Disorders Association.

Tina Jaya, OTR/L, MPH, CHT

CERTIFIED HAND THERAPIST
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

Tina has 16 years of experience in Occupational Therapy and became certified in hand therapy in 2002. Her Masters in Public health from Armstrong Atlantic State University in Georgia focused on health education with emphasis on healthy aging and arthritis. Tina has a passion for hand and upper extremity pediatric and geriatric rehabilitation. She is skilled in evaluation and treatment of hand and upper extremity diseases and injuries including crush injuries, joint replacement, reconstructive and micro-vascular surgery. Tina has experience in upper extremity pre-prosthetic and post-prosthetic training and lymphedema therapy. She is skilled at ergonomic evaluations, impairment rating and treatment planning and promoting return to work. Tina is an active member of American Society of Hand Therapist and a member of the Arthritis Foundation.

Rita Bruss, LMT, NMT

CERTIFIED MASSAGE THERAPIST

Rita is a Georgia State licensed massage and body work therapist. Also, she is a certified laser therapist. Rita is professionally trained to do neuromuscular, sports, orthopedics, Swedish and deep tissue massage. Additionally, she practices reflexology, positional and myofascial release. Rita has over 15 years of experience and enjoys working with people from all walks of life.

 

 

Our Mission:

We exist to help people feel better with excellent individualized care and customer service.

Our Values:

  • Respect for People
  • Deliver what we Promise
  • Fun Place to Work
  • Communication

Our Vision:

We aspire to acquire a reputation for best care and service in the community.