Physical Therapist, Clinic Director
Jeanette joined Rise Physical Therapy in January 2018. She completed
her bachelor’s degree at the University of Arkansas and received her
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) from UT Southwestern Medical Center
in Dallas, Texas. She enjoys working with patients of all ages and
abilities. She has love for treating a variety of orthopedic conditions of
back and neck pain, shoulder, hip, knee, foot and ankle injuries and TMJ
pain (TMD). She also earned her certification in Mechanical Diagnosis
and Treatment (MDT) for musculoskeletal conditions in 2023. For years
she has also had a special interest in vestibular and concussion
rehabilitation therapy and recently earned her Vestibular Rehabilitation
and Concussion Certification from The American Institute of Balance.
When not in clinic Jeanette and her husband Clayton are busy chasing
after their two young daughters, locating lost Barbie doll accessories,
and reminiscing about the days they got a full night’s sleep. Jeanette
enjoys gardening, the great outdoors, cardio/HIIT, volunteering at
recovery stations for local running and cycling events, and snuggling on
the couch with her girls and fur babies.
Physical Therapist
Alex joined Rise Physical Therapy in January 2024. He is originally from
Albuquerque, New Mexico where he earned his Bachelor of Science in
Exercise Science from the University of New Mexico in 2016 and his
Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2019. He is a Board Certified
Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) and Certified Strength and
Conditioning Specialist (CSCS). Alex is certified in dry needling (Cert. DN)
and is trained in the applications of blood flow restriction rehabilitation
(BFR), instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM), cupping, and
high velocity low amplitude thrust techniques for the spine and
extremities. As an avid mountain biker and rock climber Alex loves
climbing and riding during his free time and enjoys helping others get
back to being outdoors whenever an injury or pain gets in the way. Alex
now lives in NWA with his wife and two dogs.
Physical Therapist
Sadie Crismon is a NWA native who graduated from the University of
Arkansas in 2016 with a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work. Shortly after
graduation she began working for Rise as their first employee as a
Patient Care Coordinator. After personally experiencing the benefits
and seeing others regain function and independence from physical
therapy she decided to go back to school to become a physical
therapist! After receiving her Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT) from
the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Sadie rejoined the Rise
team in August of 2024. She enjoys treating patients of all kinds but
especially those that have neurological conditions, such as stroke,
multiple sclerosis and Parkinson’s. When not at work you can find Sadie
trying out new breweries with her husband, Cody, binge watching TV,
reading or camping out at the Buffalo National River.
Physical Therapist
Jessica joined Rise in July 2024. She was born and raised in Harrison Arkansas, before graduating from Arkansas State University in Jonesboro with her Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science in 2017 and her Doctor of Physical Therapy in 2020. Jessica specializes in pelvic floor physical therapy, such as urinary and fecal incontinence (all genders), pelvic pain (all genders), prolapse, and pregnancy/post-partum. She can also help with a variety of orthopedic diagnoses of all ages and TMJ dysfunction. Jessica spends most of her free time reading, going to coffee shops, and serving in her local church. She also enjoys college football and all things Arkansas State Red Wolv
Physical Therapist
Ryan received his BS in Kinesiology from the University of Texas
San Antonio, and Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the
University of Texas Medical Branch in 2024. Ryan has interests in
treating neuro-progressive patients, a wide-range of orthopedic
cases, and has a strong passion for veteran mental health. Outside
of the clinic, Ryan enjoys spending time with his wife, cooking
exotic meals, and competing in various endurance sports.
Physical Therapist
Allison joined Rise in November 2025. Originally from Dallas Texas, she received a BS in Kinesiology- Applied Exercise Science from the University of Arkansas and a Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in 2020. Allison has interests in treating a variety of orthopedic and neurological patient populations with a special interest in dance, Pilates and strength athletes as well as patients with hypermobility and Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome. Outside of work, Allison enjoys spending time with friends and family, strength training, various exercise classes at the local rec center, traveling, attending live music events and spending time outdoors.