CPT Brandon Launstein
551st Physical Therapist
Contact Information
Signal: 850-748-1580
Email/Wickr: brandon.l.launstein.mil@army.mil
About Me
I have a Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science from the University of Central Florida and a Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from Army Baylor. I am board certified in Orthopaedics and have a certification in dry needling, Mechanical Diagnosis & Therapy (The McKenzie Method), Strength & Conditioning (CSCS), and the Pose method of running.
I was previously stationed in the National Capital Region where I served as the PT for The Old Guard & The Army Aviation Brigade.
Resources
Self-Treat Joint Pain
➤ Self-treat pain in all 9 major joints of the body: Neck, Mid back, Low back, Shoulder, Elbow, Wrist, Hip, Knee, Ankle
➤ Algorithm enables individualized exercise prescription
➤ Contains the 18 most effective joint mobilizations that can be used to improve whole body joint mobility
Run Form Optimization
➤ How to immediately decrease pain while running
➤ How to decrease your risk of developing running-related ankle, knee, hip, and low back arthritis
➤ How to improve your run performance
How to Warmup
➤ 3 warmup routines based on physical activity: strength training, endurance training, sport
➤ Takes 5 minutes or less
➤ Increases performance and decreases risk of injury
H2F Resources
➤ 551st partnered dietician POC & resource
➤ 551st partnered sleep optimization consultant POC
➤ Body composition (BF%, VO2) testing
Virtual PT
➤ Get evaluated for an unlimited number of body parts and upload the PT notes to your medical records through the patient portal. No referral needed - just click the "access" button below to sign up.
➤ DHA pilot offering virtual / AI physical therapy with the company Sword Health. Information brochure here.
➤ Evaluations available same-day (as late as 7pm) and on weekends. You'll be sent a tablet after which will guide you through your exercise program.
➤ Free for active duty Soldiers & dependents (any Tricare plan).
Appointment Scheduling
➤ For chronic conditions, book an appt below. If you're experiencing severe/debilitating pain, message me on Signal/Wickr with your availability and I will work you in ASAP.
➤ A civilian email is recommended when booking your appointment. This will make it easier for you to reschedule your appointment if needed.
➤ Do not book more than one evaluation at a time. If there is more than one body part you need therapy for, list the #1 priority on the booking page and mention any others during your appointment.
To reschedule an initial evaluation or follow-up, consult the confirmation email you received when booking your appointment. Towards the bottom of the email will be a link to reschedule yourself. If you can't find that email, message me on Signal or Wickr.
If you're employed or on long-term TDY/leave, schedule a telehealth evaluation via the link below.