About Dr. Art Van Leuven, PT, DPT, ATC

Founder & Orthopedic Physical Therapist — SB Physio, Santa Barbara

Dr. Art Van Leuven earned his Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) from the top‑ranked program at the University of Southern California, after completing a B.S. in Athletic Training at Chapman University. He also served as a college basketball athlete, an experience that shaped his passion for movement, rehabilitation, and athletic excellence SB Physio.

Drawing from years of experience in outpatient orthopedics, collegiate sports training, and home health, Art has developed a comprehensive approach to physical therapy that spans post-operative rehab, athletic performance support, and chronic pain management.

As the hands-on founder of SB Physio—the clinic he opened in 2015 to bring personal, one-on-one care to the Santa Barbara community—Dr. Van Leuven treats patients daily while also actively mentoring his staff to uphold a culture of excellence and results-driven therapy .

Areas of Expertise

• Orthopedic Physical Therapy specializing in musculoskeletal recovery, movement analysis, and manual therapy

• Athletic Performance Training, particularly for golfers and baseball players, using certifications like NG360 Nike Golf Performance Specialist and Titleist TPI Level 3.

• Youth Sports Rehab & Coaching, informed by years of involvement in high school basketball and local baseball programs

• Injury Prevention & Recovery across age groups, from young athletes to post-surgical patients and active seniors

Certifications & Professional Background

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), University of Southern California

• B.S. Athletic Training, Chapman University

Certifications:

• NG360 Nike Golf Performance Specialist

• Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) Level 3 Medical Professional

• K‑Coach Level 1 Golf Certification

• Gray Institute Foot/Ankle Specialization

• Smart Cuffs Blood Flow Restriction Level 1

• Graston Technique Level 1

• SFMA Level 2 Certified

• Basic Kinesiology Taping (FMT)

• Licensed Physical Therapist (California)

• Certified Athletic Trainer; Member of APTA & NATA

Outside the clinic, Art is a dedicated father, community mentor, and youth sports coach. Raised in the Santa Ynez Valley and now living locally, he remains committed to giving back through education and coaching—both for his staff and the next generation of athletes.

Ready to Work with Dr. Van Leuven?

For individualized, expert orthopedic physical therapy in Santa Barbara, schedule with SB Physio today.