Our Team
Mike Applebee, PT
I graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy from the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg, South Africa in 1996. I met the love of my life during that time and after graduation began the process to follow her back to the USA and ultimately arrived in Colorado Springs in 1999 where I have lived and practiced since.
Clinically I have always been driven to learn as much as possible to help those who entrust their recovery and wellbeing to my hands. This has led to training in a variety of areas including craniosacral therapy, neural mobilization, visceral mobilization, vestibular rehabilitation, fascial mobilization, joint mobilization, and core release and reintegration, all of which have allowed me to continue my journey towards the most holistic treatment model possible. I love to learn and continue to adapt and integrate new ideas and consolidate on existing ones. I enjoy working with all ages of people with all manner of dysfunctions.
Outside of work, I enjoy welding and gardening as well as spending time with my family, who are all talented musicians and provide me great joy in being immersed in their musicality. I grew up playing soccer in South Africa and love to watch the game at every opportunity.
Brenda Feller, MSPT
Brenda’s passion for Physical Therapy started as early as Junior High when she decided to become a Physical Therapist and has not diminished in over 30 years of being a PT. She received her Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy from the University of Indianapolis in 1989. Brenda finds great pleasure and satisfaction as a Physical Therapist because of her love for people, health, and healing.
With an emphasis in outpatient manual therapy, Brenda has worked in numerous settings along the Front Range and across the country. She has treated all ages of patients from infants to centenarians. Her passion for getting to the source of the problem has motivated her to take numerous classes yearly and be part of study groups monthly! This experience and training beyond typical PTs helps unravel orthopedic issues as well as, deep myofascial, nervous system and organ involvement. Soft tissue and joint mobilization, muscle energy, visceral manipulation, cranial sacral therapy, neural manipulation, therapeutic touch and essential oils are just a few of the wonderful tools at Brenda’s disposal!
Barb Baker
Barb was born and raised in Kansas. She and her husband moved to Colorado Springs in 1996 where they live with their dog, Calle.
While her background is in insurance and the legal field, Barb changed her career path in 2010 when she was hired by a physical therapy group to perform transcription services and shortly thereafter took over the billing services also. She has been working in this capacity for the past seven years.
Hobbies include gardening and flowers, antiques, music, walking, watching NFL football – particularly the Kansas City Chiefs and Green Bay Packers as well as having a passion for horses.
Chris Kaster, MSPT, DPT, CFMT
Chris grew up in upstate New York, graduating high school in 2000. He graduated Misericordia University in Pennsylvania in 2005 with a Master’s degree in Physical Therapy and a Bachelor’s in Health Sciences. After completing a year of clinical experience he obtained his Doctorate of Physical Therapy, from the same institution, while working full time. After college, Chris moved to New York City where he quickly recognized that while traditional physical therapy works well for some conditions, a large percentage of patients require specialized manual therapy to achieve their full level of function. He then began the process to become a Certified Functional Manual Therapist through the Institute of Physical Art. He completed this certification, with honors, in 2013. Since then Chris has furthered his learning by receiving advanced training in Cranial mobilization, Visceral Mobilization and brain injury/concussion management. His main focus has become manual physical therapy combined with a customized home exercise program. He treats all areas of the body including the head, neck, jaw, upper back, shoulder, low back, hips, knees, feet, hands, and viscera (organs and their surrounding fascia/connective tissue). He has worked extensively with car accidents/trauma patients, military and sports injuries, the running population as well as with dizziness/head injuries and concussion patients. Outside the clinic Chris enjoys hiking, running, mountain biking, snowboarding and exploring Colorado with his family.
Nicole Beldzik, PT
Nicole Beldzik is a dedicated and compassionate physical therapist who brings over 28 years of clinical experience to Complete Physiotherapy. She originally hails from Toronto, Canada and graduated in 1996 from Florida A & M with a Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy. She moved to Colorado Springs in 2007 where she has been serving the community since.
Nicole is passionate about empowering patients to overcome chronic pain and embrace life to the fullest. Her extensive continuing education has equipped her with expertise in whole body care. This education includes, but not limited to, body mechanics, ergonomics, muscle energy, pelvic floor health, management of hypermobility, orthopedics, chronic pain and even osteoporosis. She specializes in gentle manual therapy and welcomes patients of all ages, starting from the age of five to a hundred and five.
Committed to nurturing the future of her profession, Nicole has mentored over 25 student interns throughout her career.
When she is not at work, she enjoys exploring the great outdoors of Colorado; spending time with her family and friends, and is a karate enthusiast. Nicole looks forward to helping you move and feel better to live your fullest life.
Office Hours
Monday | 8am - 4pm | |
Tuesday | 8am - 6pm | |
Wednesday | 8am - 3:30pm | |
Thursday | 8am - 6pm | |
Friday - Sunday | Closed |
Testimonials
Several years ago, I was hospitalized for chronic and severe back/sciatic pain. I was on a morphine pump as well as other controlled meds and facing possible surgery. The neurosurgeon advised that I could potentially delay surgery through core strengthening and physical therapy. It was my good fortune to get a referral to Mike Applebee. When he first started working with me, I could barely reach past my knees when bending forward. Through his expert therapy and fitness program tailored to my problem, I can now touch the floor. Most important, I have not only avoided surgery, but I no longer use controlled pain medications. Mike changed my life.
I have had chronic pain to the point where a good sleep was not attainable. I had forgotten what that was like until I started therapy at Complete Physiotherapy.
I consider Mike to be of the highest caliber in his field and recommended him to my friends.
The office is efficient and friendly. I highly recommend Complete Physiotherapy!
The quality of care provided by the therapists is exceptional and the entire experience is professional and patient centered in every aspect. Manual/hands on therapy resulting in improved patient health is outstanding and caring and compassion is evident in every interaction. Appointments consist of therapy for almost a full hour.
From the moment you enter the office and you are warmly greeted at the reception desk, until after your appointment with your provider, you are the complete focus of the staff. The treatment rooms are clean, new and quiet, and create an atmosphere that speaks "healing". The expertise, knowledge and professionalism of the providers is of the highest level.
By far, Complete Physiotherapy has provided me with the highest quality therapy and most improved health, above all other physical therapy clinics that I have ever experienced.
- are the best medical intervention I have ever experienced.
Complete Physiotherapy got rid of the pain, numbness and stiffness. I would recommend them without hesitation.
Healing is taking place here.
Strongly positively recommend.
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