"PT Plus is an exceptionally well-staffed facililty. Everyone is so competent. Frank, especially, understands my aches & pains and has always helped me. I look forward to the help I receive at my appointments." ~L.J.

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"First, I want to tell you that my hips feel amazing since my last appointment with Frank. As soon as I got home, I headed up the stairs pain-free.  I am so grateful and I enjoyed learning from him during my visits. Thanks so much!" ~E.O.​

Frank Fantazzi
PT, DPT, OCS
ELM GROVE

Frank Fantazzi, PT, DPT, OCS was one of the original founders of PT Plus​. Following nearly 30 years in the field of physical therapy, he continues to find time to focus his energy on his clinical practice as well as mentor and coach physical therapists who are looking to open their own private practices.

Frank’s distinguished career began in 1977 when he graduated from Marquette University. His early career included working at Wood Veteran’s Administration Hospital in Milwaukee in outpatient orthopedics. He was an adjunct clinical instructor for Marquette University from 1982-1989, teaching orthopedic evaluation and treatment. In 1983, Frank entered into private practice. Through owning and managing Associated Physical Therapists of Milwaukee, Frank discovered his mission within physical therapy is private practice. He and his wife Maureen successfully grew their business to seven clinics across Southeastern Wisconsin.

Frank’s training in manual therapy and orthopedics spanned his career. He has trained with pioneers in the field including Robin McKenzie, Stanley Paris, John Upledger, Phil Greenman, Fred Mitchell, Laurence Jones and John Barnes, to name a few. In 1990, he received his Certificate in Manual Therapy from The Institute for Graduate Health Sciences; in 1991, he received his Orthopedic Certified Specialist from the American Physical Therapy Association. In addition, he underwent specialty training including Key Functional Capacity Assessment, TMJ or Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction, Facial Paralysis Rehabilitation, Craniofacial Pain, and Chronic Pain Treatment and Management. Most recently he completed his Doctorate in Physical Therapy, fitting for a therapist who’s dedication to life-long learning has shaped his career.

Frank is an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association and Private Practice Section as well as the Wisconsin Physical Therapy Association. He is an advocate for advancing the knowledge and expertise of physical therapists. In addition to his seven years as an adjunct clinical instructor at Marquette University, he has presented numerous programs regarding the prevention of injuries for the low back, neck and carpal tunnel syndrome.

PT Plus is now the passion in Frank’s professional life as he combines his experience in private practice and his knowledge in outpatient orthopedics and manual therapy to mentor, coach and teach physical therapists who want to go into private practice.
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Frank and his wife Maureen have lived in Brookfield since 1983. They have raised four wonderful children. His hobbies include gardening, making his own wine, enjoying his wife’s cooking and traveling.

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