From Therapist to Patient — A Different Perspective on Recovery
I've spent years guiding patients through pain, surgery, and recovery. Then I experienced it myself.
Going through my own hip replacement changed how I see rehabilitation, healing and the emotional side of recovery. Stronger with Dr. B exists to bring both perspectives together-clinical expertise and lived experience.
Professional Background & Clinical Expertise
Dr. Brian Piekarski, PT, DPT, Cert MDT, CSCS, is a Doctor of Physical Therapy with advanced training in orthopedic and vestibular rehabilitation. His clinical focus includes:
• Total hip and knee replacement recovery
• Balance and fall prevention
• BPPV and vestibular disorders
• Chronic back and neck pain
• Post-surgical rehabilitation
With a strong foundation in evidence-based treatment and hands-on patient care, Dr. B combines clinical precision with practical, real-world guidance.
He holds advanced certifications in Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy (MDT) and Strength & Conditioning (CSCS), blending hands-on therapy with strength-based rehabilitation principles.
Why Stronger With Dr. B Exists
Stronger With Dr. B was created to bridge the gap between clinical knowledge and real-life recovery.
After going through my own total hip replacement, I realized how different recovery feels when you’re the patient. The uncertainty. The setbacks. The emotional side of recovery that no one talks about.
This platform exists to provide honest insight, practical guidance, and reassurance for people navigating pain, surgery, and rehabilitation.
Because healing isn’t just physical — it’s personal.