Northern Michigan Sports Medicine Center, Petoskey, Harbor Springs, Charlevoix, Boyne City, Indian River, Cheboygan

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Indian River Clinic

3805 South Straits Hwy

Indian River, MI

United States

Phone: 231-238-4880 (Fax) 231-238-8777

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Description

The Indian River clinic has a convenient located right downtown with plenty of parking. The clinic is convenient for patients that live in Indian River, Onaway, Alanson, and Gaylord.

Hours Monday 7 am – 5 pm, Tuesday and Thursday 7:30 am – 5 pm, Wednesday and Friday, 7 am – 1 pm.

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Staff

Sarah Howard, Physical Therapist Assistant, Clinic Manager

Physical Therapist Assistant | Clinic Manager | Orthopedic Rehabilitation | Manual Therapy | Posture & Ergonomics

Sarah Howard is a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) and Clinic Manager at Northern Michigan Sports Medicine Centers, with experience in orthopedic rehabilitation, postural re-education, ergonomics, and manual therapy. She enjoys helping patients recover from injuries, manage pain, improve mobility, and return to the activities they enjoy.

A native of Indian River, Michigan, Sarah earned her Bachelor of Science in Education with a focus on Physical Education from Central Michigan University. She continued her education at Macomb Community College, earning her Physical Therapist Assistant degree in 2013.

Sarah's clinical experience includes shoulder, hip, knee, and ankle rehabilitation, posture correction, and treatment of musculoskeletal conditions. She has also pursued additional training in myofascial release, vacuum-assisted cupping, and instrument-assisted soft tissue techniques using RockBlades. These hands-on approaches complement therapeutic exercise and individualized rehabilitation programs to help patients improve movement and function.

With a background in physical education and a passion for staying active, Sarah understands the importance of strength, mobility, and movement in everyday life. She enjoys helping patients build confidence in their physical abilities and work toward their rehabilitation goals.

Outside the clinic, Sarah enjoys coaching and playing sports, exploring Northern Michigan's outdoors, and spending time with family and friends. Always up for a challenge, she brings that same enthusiasm for movement and personal growth to her work with patients.

Keyanna Gahn, Athletic Trainer

Keyanna is from Cheboygan, MI. She graduated from Central Michigan University in 2023 with a Bachelor's of Science in Athletic Training. After graduating, she worked as a Certified Intern at Alma College, providing athletic training services to all athletes and earned her first national championship ring with the football team! Keyanna will spend her mornings at the Indian River clinic and afternoons providing services to Inland Lakes athletes. In her free time, Keyanna enjoys being outdoors; hunting, fishing, swimming and spending time with her family and friends.

Sarah Gray, Physical Therapist Assistant

Physical Therapist Assistant | Orthopedic Rehabilitation | Spine Care | Manual Therapy Sarah Gray is a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) at Northern Michigan Sports Medicine Centers, with experience in orthopedic rehabilitation, spine care, injury recovery, and manual therapy. She enjoys helping patients manage pain, improve mobility, restore strength, and return to the activities that matter most to them. Having called Petoskey, Michigan, home for most of her life, Sarah has a strong connection to the Northern Michigan community. She earned her Associate's degree in Human Health and Nutrition from Northern Michigan University and her Associate's degree in Physical Therapist Assisting from Mid Michigan College. Sarah's clinical experience includes shoulder, hip, knee, and ankle rehabilitation, cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine conditions, and hands-on manual therapy techniques. Her educational background in health and nutrition complements her understanding of overall wellness, movement, and maintaining an active lifestyle. Known for her warm smile and compassionate approach to patient care, Sarah strives to create a supportive environment where patients feel comfortable, encouraged, and motivated throughout their rehabilitation. An avid runner who also enjoys yoga and strength training, Sarah understands the importance of staying active and maintaining strength and flexibility. Outside the clinic, she enjoys spending time with her husband and their dogs, hiking, skiing, birdwatching, and gardening.

Tina Metzger, Physical Therapy Aide

Tina is a great member of our Indian River team. She is originally from Wolverine and has worked in the medical field for many years. Tina brings her warm smile and good attitude everyday. She enjoys reading, hiking, snowshoeing, camping and rock hunting in her spare time.

Kim Knight, Physical Therapy Aide

Kim joined the team in the summer of 2022 and is from sunny California. She moved to Michigan with her family over 20 years ago and never plans to leave. Kim enjoys spending time with her family, spending time on the water, kayaking or boating, and has a creative side enjoying stained glass work and knitting.

Chelsea Sonnenberg, Front Desk Manager

Chelsea has called Indian River home since she was 13 and is a proud Inland Lakes graduate. She earned her bachelor’s degree from Lake Superior State University, where she also competed on the track team. Chelsea enjoys spending time outdoors with her husband and two children—whether it’s hunting, fishing, or tending to her garden, she’s happiest outside.

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