Caitlin O’Brien is a licensed physical therapist focused on treating musculoskeletal conditions, athletic injuries and chronic pain conditions. Caitlin’s interest in physical therapy was initially sparked as an injured young athlete, herself. Her love of human anatomy, physiology, and belief in the importance of educating and empowering people to take their health into their own hands, led her to a career as a physical therapist. After 10+ years working in orthopedic and sports medicine clinics, Caitlin transitioned into digital care with Sword Health.

Caitlin works for Sword Health as the Lead Clinical Specialist where she guides members through their personalized Sword programs, demonstrates our Sword solution and member experience externally, and serves as a clinical subject matter expert. Caitlin chose to work for Sword Health as she was impressed by Sword’s commitment to clinical excellence and to broaden her reach as a physical therapist.

Caitlin holds a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree and a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science, both from Marquette University. She is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association and has served as a Clinical Instructor for several Student Physical Therapists hroughout her career. Caitlin led the spine special interest group during her time at Steadman Hawkins Clinic Denver, internally training and collaborating with colleagues on the most recent spinal rehabilitation practices.

Caitlin resides in Denver, Colorado where she takes full advantage of the great outdoors. She spends her free time hiking with her dog, skiing, camping, snowshoeing and cooking.