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Renee Rideout, PTA

Renee Rideout is a Physical Therapist Assistant at SECO’s Sidney location with 27 years of experience, including 19 years with SECO. She earned her Physical Therapist Assistant degree from SUNY Broome.


Renee’s areas of interest include spine care, total joint replacements, and athletic injuries. She is certified in the McKenzie Method, Mulligan Concept, and RockTape techniques. Renee believes in having a variety of tools available to meet each patient’s individual needs, combining manual techniques with education to help patients understand their treatment, manage pain, and work toward preventing future injury.


Renee knew from an early age that she wanted a career helping others. After volunteering and working in a hospital during high school, she discovered physical therapy and knew it was the path she wanted to pursue. She chose SECO because of its welcoming environment and commitment to providing patients with individualized, one-on-one care.


Outside of work, Renee enjoys gardening, decorating for events, and caring for the goats, ducks, and chickens on her family’s hobby farm. A lifelong athlete, she continues to play softball, tennis, and volleyball and especially enjoys playing sports with her family. She also serves as a youth group leader.