Derek Steveson,
PT, DPT

A native of northern Iowa, Derek is the founder and owner of The Functional Performance Center. Notably, he has served as the Official Rehabilitation Consultant for the AZ Diamondbacks from 2001 - 2007. He specializes in foot and ankle biomechanics and remarkably, has prescribed more than 5,000 pairs of custom orthotics. Derek is also the inventor, founder, and owner of The CoreStick™. Please visit www.TheCoreStick.com to learn more about this tool that enhances human motion and improves functional capacity.

Derek received his Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy from Creighton University in Omaha, Nebraska, in 1996. As a Faculty Member at the Gray Institute of Functional Transformation, Derek frequently lectures across the country on various topics related to Functional Biomechanics. He also enjoys staying involved with the community as a member of the Medical Advisory Board for the Valley of the Sun YMCA and working with youth to professional athletes of all sports. Please see more on Derek in his vitae.

Mark D'Aloisio,
PT, MPT

Originally from Ontario, Canada, Mark received his Masters in Physical Therapy from Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan.

Mark takes a biomechanical approach to assessment and rehabilitation for athletes of all ages and sports. Mark performs running assessments for the Center's clients and is an ASTYM™ Certified Rehabilitation Clinician.

During college, Mark played football and was a member of the Windsor AKO Fratmen team that won the 1999 CJFL National Championship. Since moving to the valley, Mark has taken up the sport of triathlon.

Kyle Herrig,
MS, ATC, CSCS

Originally from Iowa, Kyle is a Certified Athletic Trainer who assists with the exercise prescription and rehabilitation programs of patients. He received his Bachelors Degree and Masters Degree in Exercise Science from Iowa State University and Utah State University respectively, while assisting Division I athletes with prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation of injuries. Kyle now designs and implements functional training programs for individuals and athletes of all levels.

In his spare time, Kyle stays active and competitive by participating in the sport of triathlon, football, mountain biking, and various other activities.