Dr. Kris Littel

Physical Therapist

PT, DPT

Dr. Kris Littel is a dual-credentialed Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) and Licensed Athletic Trainer (LAT). He specializes in acute and post-concussive syndrome management, ACL rehabilitation, and neuropathies. Kris earned both his Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training (2019) and his Doctor of Physical Therapy (2024) from the University of Wisconsin–Madison.

While at UW–Madison, Kris worked with Division I athletes from the women’s volleyball, men’s and women’s track & field, and men’s football teams. He also supported underrepresented communities by providing on-site care and rehabilitation at a local high school. His passion for teaching led him to serve as a Peer Learning Assistant in human anatomy, a skill that translated well to educating athletes on their condition, healing timeframe, and expectations for returning to sport. His commitment to patient education and helping athletes return to what they love inspired him to pursue his DPT in 2021.

Between his undergraduate degree and DPT program, Kris worked as an Athletic Training/Physician Extender during the COVID-19 pandemic in outpatient and inpatient clinics in Madison, Wisconsin. After completing his DPT, he moved to Tucson, AZ, where he treated orthopedic and sports-related injuries with a focus on endurance athletes, particularly long-distance runners and cyclists. In Arizona he completed additional training in integrative dry needling and diagnostic musculoskeletal ultrasound to further enhance the care he provides.

Kris has worked with patients of all ages and skill levels, from weekend warriors to Olympic athletes. He values collaborating with other healthcare providers to address the root cause of injury and build personalized treatment plans that reduce pain, restore confidence, and improve sport-related performance.