Physical Therapists and Assistant

Linda Barker
Physical Therapy Assistant

Linda has always had an interest in physical activity since taking dance lessons as a child. Tap, ballet, and modern jazz kept her active with yearly recitals. Later raising a family Linda also kept herself active while designing and teaching exercise classes. During which time she attended Cuyahoga Community College to obtain an Associates Degree in applied Science with training in the Physical Therapy Assistant Program.

Linda graduated with honors and received her state license in 1995. Since then, working in a variety of settings allowed her to gain hands on experience such as the geriatric population in nursing homes, post surgical and intensive care patients in Cleveland Clinic owned Fairview Hospital, industrial rehabilitation for occupational injuries of workers at Brookpark UAW/Ford Plant. She has also treated sports injuries, cervical and lumbar pain, and strength training at various outpatient clinics.

She continues to expand her knowledge by attending educational seminars yearly with the emphasis on preventive and wellness programs. Linda still enjoys dancing, practices Tai Chi and keeps active by volunteering at a local horse rescue facilty.