Dry Needling, Orthopaedics
Dr. Jake Tesch initially graduated from Lake Area Technical College in 2001 with an Associate’s Degree as a Physical Therapist Assistant. He worked for 5 years before advancing his education and receiving a Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of Mary in 2010. He is an orthopedic certified specialist through the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties since 2014. He is also one of the first graduates of EIM’s Advanced Functional Dry Needling Specialist Certification in 2019. He currently is enrolled in Bellin College’s Manual/Orthopedic Fellowship program and is expected to graduate in 2023. Dr. Tesch owns a private practice in his hometown of Watertown, SD where he lives with his wife and three children. They enjoy hunting and hiking when able but mostly run around to activities.