Business Spotlight: Industrial Therapy at CNOS – Welcoming Elijah Dirkx, DPT

CNOS is proud to expand their occupational medicine and physical therapy services with the addition of Elijah Dirkx, DPT, to their team. Elijah brings a strong background in physical therapy and a passion for helping individuals safely return to work, daily life, and the activities they enjoy.

As an Industrial Therapist, Elijah will primarily work with patients involved in worker’s compensation cases and occupational medicine populations. His focus areas include:

• Assessing, treating, and managing individuals impacted by injuries, illnesses, or disorders that limit their ability to function in the workplace.
• Working to improve ergonomics, prevent injuries and rehabilitate workers who have been injured on the job.
• Training employees on safe lifting techniques and proper body mechanics to reduce the risk of injury and enhance workplace efficiency and employee well-being.

Elijah is also in the process of being trained to conduct Functional Capacity Evaluations (FCEs) and pre-employment job screens—valuable tools in ensuring safe and productive workforce placement.

Meet Elijah Dirkx, DPT
Elijah is a Siouxland native and a 2021 graduate of Morningside University. He recently earned his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Des Moines University in 2025. He has a strong background in post-operative and sports physical therapy, with experience across hospital, outpatient, and industrial settings.

Outside of work, Elijah is active in his church, enjoys coaching wrestling, watching the Green Bay Packers, and spending time outdoors-especially hiking with his wife, Morgan, and their dog, Chuck.

Whether you're recovering from a workplace injury or seeking to prevent one, Elijah is here to help you move forward with confidence.

To schedule an appointment with Elijah Dirkx, DPT:
Call: 605-217-2667
Email: Elijah.Dirkx@CNOS.net