12/10/2025
🌟 Meet Our Milbank PT Team! 🌟
We’re proud of this incredible group of therapists who bring skill, heart, and dedication to our community every day. Get to know the faces behind the care:
🔥 Branden Schultz, PTA & Clinic Manager
With 9 years at BST and 3 as Clinic Manager, Branden treats patients of all ages, specializing in vestibular rehab, sports injuries, and post-operative care. He also offers Falls & Balance training, Myofascial Cupping, SASTM, and Blood Flow Restriction.
💙 Tayla Waddell, PTA
A Milbank native and PTA for 9 years, Tayla is certified in LSVT BIG, Myofascial Cupping, and Pelvic Health. She loves working with the geriatric population — and chasing after her 4 kids outside of work!
🌻 Beth Fonder, PTA
Beth has been with BST for 6 years and loves helping patients return to the activities they enjoy. She values building relationships with people of all ages and celebrating their progress both in the clinic and out in the community.
💬 Spencer Schaefbauer, PT
Spencer has been with BST for 3 years and is certified in dry needling and Emergency Response to the Athlete. He loves connecting with patients and co-workers and feels blessed to serve such a great community.
🏃♂️ John Lightfield, PT
A BST veteran of 27 years, John has served several area communities and has spent the last 20 years in Milbank. His certifications include LSVT, Cupping, Kinesiotape, FMS, and SASTM. He enjoys traveling, theatre, exercise, and time with his family.
✨ Laurie Batchelor, PT
With 25 years as a PT — 20 of them with BST — Laurie enjoys helping patients get back to activities they thought they couldn’t do again. She’s certified in BIG & LOUD, FMS, and brings extensive experience in orthopedics and women’s health.
🌈 Rachel Zinski, PT
For 17+ years, Rachel has served children across Milbank, Ortonville, and Sisseton Schools — from birth through age 21. Her favorite moments? Helping kids reach milestones and witnessing those unforgettable first steps.
💙 We’re grateful for the passion, skill, and teamwork this group brings to Milbank every single day!