C.O.R.E. Physical Therapy and Sports Performance P.C. is located in Omaha, NE. We are a family owned and operated Physical Therapy and Sports Performance clinic comprised of a husband and wife duo since 2015. Together, we have more than a combined 33 years of experience in Physical Therapy and 38 years in Strength and Conditioning/Sports Performance. We have no share holders or board members, we are the sole owners, and we always will be…This is where you will really see us shine and displaying the CORE difference. We have a friendly environment, open environment and an experience that has to be seen and experienced to be believed. Call

We work together to treat all patients as individuals and work tirelessly to formulate treatment plans and programming so you can reach your goals or eliminate you pain. Individually, we are leaders and innovators in our field. Together, we are stronger.  We invite you to live that model as well.  Together, we will make you stronger inside and out.  This is WHO we are, and this is WHAT we do!

We strive to be the very BEST in Omaha, we will prove it to you with cutting edge one-one one treatments and rehabilitations plans. Come see the CORE difference, you will NOT be disappointed.  

Omaha’s choice award winners 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024.

 

C.O.R.E.

C.O.R.E. Physical Therapy and Sports Performance P.C. is located in Omaha, NE. We are a family owned and operated Physical Therapy and Sports Performance clinic comprised of a husband and wife duo.  We were founded in 2015. Dr. Claire and Dr. Mark Rathjen have more than a combined 33 years of experience in Physical Therapy and 38 years in Strength and Conditioning/Sports Performance. We have no share holders or board members, we are the sole owners. CORE was founded in 2015.

We work together to treat all patients as individuals and work tirelessly to formulate treatment plans and programming so you can reach your goals or eliminate you pain. Individually, we are leaders and innovators in our field.

Together, we are stronger.  We invite you to live that model as well.  Together, we will make you stronger inside and out.

This is WHO we are, and this is WHAT we do! We strive to be the very BEST in Omaha, we will prove it to you with cutting edge one-one one treatments and rehabilitations plans.

Conditioning
Conditioning

CORE Physical Therapy in Omaha emphasizes cardiovascular and sports conditioning prescription/program and strength training periodization. With active individuals, staying active or returning to activity is imperative to your recovery, and we keep that in the forefront of your treatment plan of care.

Orthopedics
Orthopedics

CORE Physical Therapy specializes in orthopedic and musculoskeletal injuries and pathologies, as well as a multitude of sports injuries. Not all Physical Therapists have the experience or speciality know-how to treat athletes . We are truly a ONE of a kind facility in Omaha.

ONE-on-ONE treatment, every day, every time, ONE therapist with the BEST equipment and facility in Omaha.

Rehab
Rehab

CORE Physical Therapy in Omaha specializes in rehabilitation of post operative injuries and return to sports or activities to a higher level than pre injury status. Rehabilitation doesn't mean you can walk without a limp, it means you return to doing all the things you love and enjoy without limitations or restrictions. We strive to make you stronger than before with injury prevention at the forefront. Injury prevention is always a vital component to your rehab.


Exercise
Exercise

CORE Physical therapy in Omaha prescribes exercise to incorporate treating the entire body for full progression to striving to achieve your maximum health and pain free life. Its a service we provide that is unique to our industry here in the sports field in Omaha, NE. All treating therapists are also certified strength coaches. Thats part of the CORE difference and essential for full body recovery.

Mission Statement

C.O.R.E. Physical Therapy and Sports Performance P.C. is located in Omaha, NE. We were established in 2015. We are a family owned and operated Physical Therapy and Sports Performance clinic comprised of a husband and wife duo. Together, we have more than a combined 33 years of experience in Physical Therapy and 38 years in Strength and Conditioning/Sports Performance. We have no share holders or board members. We are the sole owners. We work together to treat all patients as individuals and work tirelessly to formulate treatment plans and programming so you can reach your goals or eliminate you pain. Individually, we are leaders and innovators in our field. We are at the clinic working everyday.

Together, we are stronger.

We invite you to live that model as well.  Together, we will make you stronger inside and out.  This is WHO we are, and this is WHAT we do! We strive to be the very BEST in Omaha, we will prove it to you with cutting edge one-one one treatments and rehabilitations plans.

To get started, head to https://coreomaha.com/getting-started/

Direct-Access Care

Direct-Access Care

C.O.R.E. Physical Therapy in Omaha accepts all insurances with and without referral from your Physician, depending on your health insurances coverage. We offer unique private pay and package options to facilitate your recovery in the most time efficient manner.

Full Spectrum Health Care

Full Spectrum Health Care

C.O.R.E. Physical Therapy in Omaha offers a full spectrum of rehabilitation services provided by a licensed Doctor of Physical Therapy, uniquely offering all services. This includes detailed exercise instruction and exercise prescription for all your sport/activity needs. On site sports performance coaching by a licensed Doctor of physical therapy and strength coach.

Family-owned and operated.

Family-owned and operated.

C.O.R.E. Physical Therapy in Omaha is independently owned and operated by a husband and wife team of Dr. Claire and Dr. Mark Rathjen since 2015 . CORE emphasizes one on one treatment, fully personalized/specialized treatment model. No techs or assistants will be working with you. We will not compromise or complicate your recovery.

Open Family Environment

Open Family Environment

At C.O.R.E. Physical Therapy and Sports Performance we encourage an open environment to healing while providing cutting edge research based principles, manual therapy, and equipment for your rehabilitation needs. We have the largest and best facility in Omaha

C.O.R.E. Experience

Team Members

Dr. Andrew Cannon PT, DPT

Dr. Andy Cannon is a therapist at CORE Physical Therapy.  Andy grew up in Omaha and was involved in competitive basketball and soccer throughout his youth and played both at the varsity level while at Creighton Prep.

Andy attended The University of Nebraska-Lincoln where he graduated with a degree in Biology.  He continued his post-graduate education at Creighton University School of Pharmacy and Health Professions where he earned his Doctorate of Physical Therapy in 2014, in Omaha.

Andy enjoys regular exercise, resistance training, and continued involvement with sports.   He loves spending time with Ashley, his wife, and his three daughters Ava, Aria and Addy.

Andy has been trained in blood flow restriction for rehabilitation.

Dr Andy has been certified by the Myopain institute for trigger point Dry needling.

Credentials

Doctor of Physical Therapy, DPT 2014

Creighton University Medical Center

Bachelors of Science, BS 2011

University of Nebraska, Lincoln

Myopain certified for Trigger point Dry Needling  2022

Dr. Claire Lakatos Rathjen PT, DPT, CSCS, SCS

 

Dr. Claire Rathjen is Co-founder and owner of CORE Physical Therapy. She paved her way to graduate school at Creighton university, earning her Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2008. Claire continues to compete and train athletes in weightlifting competitions. She currently holds 5 state records in Nebraska for Powerlifting. Claire also competes nationally in powerlifting in the 105# and 114# weight classes.

In her spare time she loves to travel, exercise, she is an avid runner and triathlete, and she has an unequivocal love of cats.  Claire is Mark’s wife and best friend! They work side by side at CORE Physical Therapy and Sports Performance PC. https://coreomaha.com/team-member/mark-rathjen/?preview_id=182&preview_nonce=ea87e222db&_thumbnail_id=445&preview=true

Dr. Claire is an Adjunct Faculty Professor at the Creighton Medical Center starting Feb of 2016. She is a professor of special topics in athletic populations here in Omaha.  Dry needling, research, KT taping, Sports performance have been her area of lecture for 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020.

Dr. Claire is also Dry Needling Certified by the Myopain Institute and integrated this treatment in her practice seamlessly.

Claire is also fully certified to perform medical Bike fits. She has integrated this into her practice for 13 years.

Full slow motion Gait analysis for running is her bread and butter, no ONE person is more thorough with her analysis in Omaha. Book with Dr. Claire for your sports and athletic rehabilitation needs.

Credentials

  • Doctor of Physical Therapy, DPT 2008
  • Sports Certified Specialist, SCS 2012
  • Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, CSCS 2004
  • Bachelors of Science, Exercise/Sports Science, BS 2004
  • Dry Needling Certified: Myopain Institute.
  • Medical Bike Fit to create more power and less strain.
  • Full slow motion gait analysis for Running mechanics and efficiency.
  • Competitive runner, triathlete, and record holding powerlifter state/national
  • Former Div. 1 Rowing athletes at Creighton.
  • Rock tape certified Rock-Taping, ADV taping, Blades, ADV blades FMT.
  • Voted Best in Omaha 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021

Dr. Mark Rathjen PT, DPT CSCS

 

Dr. Mark Rathjen is the C0-Founder and Owner of CORE Physical Therapy. Mark is a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) and holds the certification of Strength and Conditioning Specialist. Mark grew up in Lincoln Nebraska, and went on to attend the University of Nebraska at Lincoln. In college, he was part of a club powerlifting team and competed in many local and regional events in various weight classes. In his love of performance, strength training, dietetics, kinesiology and the body, he moved on to graduate school at Des Moines University Medical Center. In 2006 he graduated with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy.

For more than 25 years, Mark has been involved heavily in weightlifting, sports performance, powerlifting and exercise/training. He always emphasizing injury prevention and safety. Mark also has an extensive background in martial arts. He continues to live an active lifestyle with power lifting, olympic lifting, and the occasional cardio event and trail run.  In his spare time, mark enjoys traveling, trying new foods, ice cream, all forms of exercise. Mark is an avid animal lover, especially his cats.  Mark is Claire’s husband, and her best friend! They work side by side at CORE Physical Therapy and Sports Performance PC.

Dr. Mark is also fully Certified in Dry Needling techniques from MyoPain Institute.

Mark is Qualified to examine full slow motion running gait analysis and correction to decrease pain and over use injuries. Slow motion analysis for weight lifting, technique, bar path, mechanics and leverage are performed when necessary. CORE does the most comprehensive movement analysis in Omaha.

Mark also offeres segmental weightlifting instruction for all Olympic lifting and powerlifting, mobility training for mechanics and proper muscle firing patterns, and will ensure you lift properly for YOUR frame, goals, and ability level.

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Credentials

Doctor of Physical Therapy, DPT, 2006

Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, CSCS. 2003

Bachelors of Science, Exercise/Sports Science, BS. 2003

Dry Needling Certified: Myo-pain Institute.

Fully trained in slow motion gait analysis.

Fully trained in Olympic coaching, powerlifting techniques, and mobility drill techniques to ensure proper positioning and technique for YOUR body type.

Rock tape certified Rock-Taping, ADV taping, Blades, ADV blades FMT.

Best in Omaha, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020,2021

DR. Taylor Feenstra PT DPT CSCS

Dr. Taylor Feenstra, PT, DPT, CSCS

Dr. Taylor Feenstra is a passionate and driven physical therapist at CORE physical therapy. He earned his Doctorate of Physical therapy at Des Moines University. He also holds a Master’s degree in Exercise science from Wayne State College and a Bachelor’s in Exercise Science from Dordt university, where he was an accomplished varsity basketball player and NAIA Scholar Athlete. Taylor brings a wealth of experience from various clinical settings, including sports rehabilitation, orthopedic care, and post-surgical recovery. His work emphasizes patient education, empowering individuals by addressing the root causes of pain and mobility issues.

Certified as a Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) and a USA Weightlifting Coach, Taylor has also excelled as a powerlifter, holding impressive personal bests in the bench press, squat, and deadlift. He actively competes in jiu-jitsu at both the national and international levels, showcasing his dedication to peak physical performance. 

Outside of his clinical work, Taylor has coached strength and conditioning at the collegiate level and served as a professor, educating future exercise science students. He integrates evidence-based techniques like dry needling, trigger point release, and other advanced modalities to help athletes and patients achieve their optimal functional outcomes. Taylor’s commitment to excellence in rehabilitation and sports performance makes him a trusted expert in his field.    

Credentials