11/10/2025
Meet Brittni Cruse, PT, DPT, CSCS, PCES
Brittni earned her Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from Grand Valley State University in 2013 and went on to complete her Doctorate of Physical Therapy at the University of Michigan–Flint in 2018. With a strong foundation in strength and conditioning, Brittni began her career as a personal trainer and completed a strength and conditioning internship with Barwis Method, where she developed a deep understanding of performance training for athletes.
Over the past seven years, Brittni has worked in outpatient orthopedic physical therapy, specializing in post surgical recovery, strength and conditioning for athletes, pelvic floor rehabilitation, amputee rehabilitation, and vestibular therapy. Her lifelong passion for health and fitness continues to drive her patient-centered approach, helping individuals of all abilities reach their highest potential.
Outside of the clinic, Brittni has trained for and competed in a variety of fitness competitions including bodybuilding competitions and endurance races, gaining extensive experience in strength programming and nutrition for muscle building and recovery. She brings this expertise into her practice to help patients optimize movement, strength, and overall wellness.
Brittni is also a wife to John and proud mom of two—Sabrina (4) and Johnny (19 months)—and enjoys spending her weekends with her family and their dog, staying active and exploring the outdoors together.
We are thrilled to welcome Brittni to the Elite team!