
Matthew Likins
PT, MPT, OCS
Sterling Heights, Owner & Director
I grew up in Sterling Heights, about 3 miles from my office and attended Stevenson high school. I injured my ankle playing football at Stevenson – introducing me to the field of sports medicine and rehabilitation. Now I enjoy treating athletes from the local high schools. My interest in helping athletes prompted me to earn Board Certification as an orthopedic physical therapist in 1999 and I have recertified 2 times now; each good for 10 years. I have a deep passion for learning and providing the most up to date treatments. I have participated in dozens of continuing education programs and recently started teaching at Macomb’s PT Assistant program. Outside of work I am devoted to my wife and children and to outdoor activities of all stripes. I merged my practice with Health Quest in 2021 because we share a passion for putting patients first and providing the highest level of care possible to our patients, friends and family.
Education &
Schooling
- 1990, Bachelor of Science in Healthcare, Oakland University
- 1992, Master’s of Physical Therapy, Oakland University
Licensure &
Memberships
- Michigan Physical Therapist License #5501005106 exp. 7-31-21
- APTA Member
- MPTA Member
Specialties &
Areas of Interest
- Orthopedic and sports rehabilitation
- Management of spinal conditions
- Teaching – adjunct faculty at Macomb Community College
- PT Assistant program
Certifications &
Advanced Training
- Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) from American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties. Originally obtained in 1999 and recertified in 2009 and 2019.
- Functional Movement Training (FMT)
- Total Joint Rehabilitation
- Manual Therapy Techniques for the Spine
- TARS: Total Athlete Rehabilitation Specialist
