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Hancock County

Our second location in Hancock County, was established in order to provide needed services to the Hawesville and Lewisport area. This clinic, situated on Highway 60 close to Hancock County High School, provides an optimal place for rehabilitation following sports injury, work injury, or post-operative care. Ethan and Lachelle are excited to bring physical therapy services to the people of this region.

Address: 117 Eastwind Ct, Hawesville, KY 42348
Phone: 270-927-9229
Fax: 270-927-9231
Hours: 7:00am – 5:30pm Monday – Thursday
7:00am – 12:00pm Friday

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"Lachelle is very knowledgeable and friendly and careful with the care she provides and I would highly recommend RPI to anyone who needs rehabilitation or physical therapy."
"Shannon, Lachelle & Ethan are all very friendly, professional & GREAT at what they do! Thanks so much for taking my personal situation & helping me achieve my goals from physical therapy!"
"Everything about Hawesville KY RPI is professional, compassionate, and encouraging. The incredible staff of 3 provide inspiration and kindness that is much needed when you are in a situation that requires PT services. I look forward to every session."
"Excellent care from walk in to walk out. I have only the best to say about RPI!"
"I have been so blessed to have been referred to this facility for rehab for my work injury and surgery that followed. The staff welcomes you with a smile, they are patient and kind, but mostly you feel like family. Amazing facility with skilled and caring people!"
"RPI staff are very knowledgeable, professional, and most of all very welcoming! RPI staff continue to assist my son with his PT needs and we have observed great improvements in regards to decreasing his level of pain and an increase in his flexibility. I highly recommend RPI!"
"Staff is amazingly kind, and knowledgeable. They greet everyone with a smile and make sure you are comfortable with what you're facing along your healing journey. I love the staff!"
"The therapy helped me to be able to walk a long distance again. Staff is very friendly and know what they are doing."
"They are very genuine and sincere in getting to the root of the problem. Highly recommend."
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Our Hancock County Team

Hancock County Clinic Lachelle Early

Lachelle Early

PTA - Physical Therapist Assistant, Clinic Director

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Hancock County Clinic Ethan Hughes

Ethan Hughes

DPT, CSCS – Physical Therapist

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Hancock County Clinic Brittney Hughes

Brittney Hughes

PTA, OPTA, OMPTA

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Fabian Torres

DPT – Physical Therapist

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Jessica Sizemore

DPT, CBIS - Physical Therapist, Certified Brain Injury Specialist

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Courtney Schroader

Patient Service Specialist

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Lachelle Early, a native of Hancock County, graduated from South University, Savannah, GA, in 2000 with her Associate in Science in Physical Therapist Assistant Studies.

She was awarded Recognition of Advanced Proficiency for the Physical Therapist Assistant in Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy by the American Physical Therapy Association in 2014.Her practice focuses on post-surgical rehabilitation, geriatric care and fall prevention, and work injury prevention and therapy.

In her spare time, Lachelle enjoys watching college basketball (Go Cats!), antiquing, crafting, spending time at the lake, and collecting vintage Barbies. She resides in Hawesville with her husband, BJ, children Chelsea and Xander, and pets Roxy and Justice.

Ethan, born and raised in Benton, IL, graduated from the University of Evansville in 2017 with his Bachelors in Exercise Science and in 2019 with his Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT).

Ethan is also a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS). He gained experience utilizing this knowledge when working with professional and semi-professional athletes in Phoenix, learning to better bridge the gap between rehabilitation and performance. Ethan currently works with the Hancock Hornet football team and Lady Hornet softball and basketball teams as their strength and conditioning coach Go Hornets!

He and his beautiful wife Brittney, who he wholeheartedly admits is entirely out of his league, live with their puppy Luna Lovedoodle in Lewisport. In his spare time, he enjoys watching sports, playing golf, exercising, and talking about anything related to Harry Potter.

Brittney graduated from the University of Evansville with her Bachelor’s in Exercises Science and Associate’s in Physical Therapist Assistant in 2019. She has grown up traveling all over the South, but now she resides in Hancock County with her Husband, Ethan, and two pups, Luna and Bella.

Since graduation, Brittney has obtained her Orthopedic Specialization from NxtGen Institute as well as her manual treatment specialization. She now is a Curriculum Coordinator for both the OPTA and

OMPTA programs, helping physical therapist assistants across the country better their skills and bridge the gap between PT and PTA care.

Brittney has also spent her time post-graduation developing her love for pelvic health therapy. She is passionate about educating women throughout their pregnancy, postpartum, and athletic seasons to improve their quality of life in an area that is often missed in regular rehabilitation.

She is a very adventurous person due to her love of traveling and trying new foods. In her spare time, she likes to spend time outside doing a variety of activities, playing board games, and snuggling all the doggos.

Fabian graduated from Brescia University in 2021 with a Bachelor of Biology and was on the Men’s Soccer team for four years. He graduated from Indiana Wesleyan University with his Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT) in 2024.

Fabian is a co-author of a systematic review that compared conventional physical therapy treatment to virtual reality (VR) treatment in individuals 60 years or older who were categorized as having a fear of movement/falling. He also participated in data collection of adults of various ages who may or may not fear falling using the Bertec ® machine. He identified compensatory strategies and provided education on increased awareness of those deficits. He is also looking forward to gaining experience in treating high school athletes.

He enjoys spending time with family and friends. He has started playing tennis and participating in a Sunday Soccer League. He ran his first half-marathon in September 2024 and eventually wants to train and participate in a marathon.

Jessica was raised in Lanesville, Indiana. She graduated with her Bachelors in Exercise Science in 2010 and Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) in 2012 from the University of Evansville. She is certified in Functional Movement Systems (FMS) and Selective Functional Movement Screen (SFMA). She is LSVT BIG certified and a Certified Brain Injury Specialist (CBIS). She enjoys treating women’s health through her training with Herman and Wallace. Additionally, she loves treating patients with vestibular dysfunction. She is an APTA Credentialed Clinical Instructor and likes mentoring the next generation of physical therapists.

Jessica believes that “movement is medicine”. She loves helping patients feel better to get back to doing what they love. However, prevention is also a critical component to all aspects of our health, including our musculoskeletal system. So, Jessica is also passionate about injury prevention and aging optimally with the help of physical therapy.

Jessica is married to her husband, Derek.  They have two daughters and dog. She is an active member of her church. In her free time, she loves playing with her children, cycling, tennis, jogging, reading and traveling.

Courtney grew up in Hancock County and moved to Owensboro in the summer of 2021. She graduated Summa Cum Laude from Oakland City University in 2012 with a Bachelor of Science with a concentration in both Business Management and Human Resource Management. While attending college in 2011, she was awarded Most Outstanding Student by her peers.

She LOVES serving at her church-The Fathers House. She enjoys watching UK basketball, listening to a variety of bands, watching documentaries, and baking. She thoroughly enjoys being outside while walking her dog, Shila.  In her downtime, you can find her gardening, running, and taking photos of nature. She recently accomplished her first half marathon.  

We are extremely blessed to have her join us at RPI and cannot wait to see what the future holds.

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