MEET THE TEAM
Passionate about exercise. Passionate about health.
Our clients mean the world to us. What means even more is getting them back to doing what they love to do. Any athlete is susceptible to injury by nature so we focus on rehab strategies that allow you to not only heal your injuries but continue to be active within the sports you love.
WHO IS RAISE THE BAR REHAB?
Christopher Noel PT, DPT, OCS
Christopher graduated from Northern Arizona University, then went on to complete his Doctorate of Physical Therapy at Midwestern University.
In addition to being a physical therapist, Chris is also a board-certified orthopedic specialist working with firefighters, members of the military, and weightlifters of all levels.
His treatment style blends manual therapy and corrective exercise to reduce pain and help athletes reach their goals.
In his free time Chris loves the outdoors, including hiking, mountain biking, fishing, and snowboarding. Chris was born and raised in Phoenix, but takes any opportunity to escape up to Flagstaff to enjoy the cooler weather during the summer and the snow in winter.
Gina Giuliano “Gigi” Noel PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS
Born and raised in Seattle, Washington, Gina enjoys the sunshine and outdoor recreational activities Arizona has to offer.
She has completed both an orthopedic and sports residency and gone on to treat professional athletes in the NBA, NFL, and MLB. She now works primarily with CrossFit athletes of all levels.
Gina believes everyone is an athlete and should receive the same caliber of rehab as the professionals. Her goal is to bring that level of treatment into the CrossFit gym in which she works.
In her free time she teaches for the ATSU physical therapy program and enjoys training for local CrossFit competitions alongside members of her gym.
Ryan Cruz PT, DPT, CSCS
Dr. Ryan was born and raised in Tacoma, Washington. He earned his bachelor's degree from the University of Washington before moving to Arizona, where he obtained his doctorate in physical therapy.
An avid sports enthusiast, Dr. Ryan's affinity for athletics has been a guiding force throughout his life. His trajectory into physical therapy was catalyzed during his tenure as a practice player on UW's basketball team, where he first encountered the transformative power of rehabilitation and recovery.
Currently residing in Phoenix, Arizona, Dr. Ryan not only practices physical therapy but also coaches for the Phoenix Runnin’ Rebels youth basketball program, blending his love for sports with his expertise in therapy. His unique blend of personal experience and clinical proficiency uniquely positions him to treat a wide range of athletes.
Continuously seeking new challenges, Dr. Ryan recently embraced CrossFit, broadening his approach to rehabilitation, particularly for overhead athletes. His dedication to excellence and client well-being sets him apart in the field of physical therapy.
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