Joe Colcasure

Staff Physical Therapist 

Joe became a physical therapist after dealing with sports injuries himself. He is a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) who helps athletes with recovery, as well as seeing other types of cases.

Joe grew up in Roseville, Illinois and earned a Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training with a minor in Psychology from Millikin University. Joe played basketball at Black Hawk East Community College and Millikin University. During his college career he experienced several injuries which is what first introduced him to the profession of physical therapy. From there he went on to graduate from Rockhurst University as a Doctor of Physical Therapy. 

During his time at Rockhurst he became a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS). He served as a Strength and Conditioning coach working with Men's Basketball and Women's Volleyball, then served as the Strength and Conditioning Coordinator overseeing programming for varsity sports.  

Joe was also an Athletic Trainer at Rockhurst treating athletes in the training room and covering sporting events.   

In his free time, Joe enjoys staying active by lifting weights, golfing, playing sand volleyball, hiking and kayaking.