Karen Benson earned her Bachelors of Health Science in Physical Therapy from the University of Kentucky in 1992. She had previously received Bachelor’s degrees in Biology and Chemistry from Eastern Kentucky University in 1990. Karen has worked for UK Healthcare since 1992, specifically in the Sports Physical Therapy clinic since 1993 serving as a principle therapist and supervisor of the clinic in the past. She received her Rehabilitation certification in Pilates from Polestar in 2000. She has presented at local, state and national conferences.

Karen’s experience has focused on treating musculoskeletal injuries of the ankle, knee, hip and shoulder. She enjoys working with all types of athletes and has experience treating performing artists (dancers).