We provide quality, comprehensive treatment for patients who are injured or suffering from any type of movement or function disorder.
As a key member of today's dynamic health care team, we prescribe a goal-oriented program of evaluation, treatment, and prevention for our patient's specific needs.
Conditions we treat include but are not limited to:
The benefits of physical therapy include:
We provide quality, comprehensive treatment for patients who are injured or suffering from any type of movement or function disorder.
As a key member of today's dynamic health care team, we prescribe a goal-oriented athlete training program starting with an evaluation, comprehensive training plan, and injury prevention for our patient's specific needs.
Athlete Training includes but is not limited to:
Our speed program focuses on two outcomes: explosive acceleration, and a fast max speed. Sprint technique and leg power are the big drivers of speed, so our programs focus on enhancing both to maximize speed.
Athletes in our program learn what to do with their arms, hands, hips, feet, and chest in order to run their fastest.
To improve your jump height as fast as possible without wasting time and effort, there are two undeniable truths:
1. Every person is unique and training works best when tailored to you as an individual. Cookie-cutter programs don’t cut it.
2. Not all exercise is created equal. You have to pick the right exercises, with the right weights, in the right order for your body.
We know training works best when customized for each individual.
In this program, every athlete is tested to determine exactly what type of training he or she needs as an individual in order to maximize jump height.
After testing, we analyze the data and build your program to target exactly what you need and not waste your time and energy with what you don’t.
Once you do the testing and we write your training program, you can then complete the program on your own. Our programs are written in four-week cycles. After you complete your four-week cycle, you’ll come back for re-testing to track progress and determine what changes need to be made in your training. As you advance, the type of training you need will change. RE-testing every four weeks allows us to monitor your progression closely so that every training session is exactly what your body needs to get as explosive as possible.
Our adult fitness personal training programs are uniquely tailored to your individual goals, lifestyle, and abilities to help you move forward and live the life you want to live.
We help adults achieve:
Falls and fear of falling in our senior population are recognized public health crises.
According to the CDC, falls are the leading cause of injury-related deaths in older adults by a wide margin. Each year, more than two million seniors experience a fall severe enough to necessitate emergency medical treatment. This number along with the associated personal and societal costs of falling is expected to rise as our population ages. Despite these grim statistics, many falls are preventable with professional interventions that address the causes of falling in older adults.
Our expert clinicians are trained in evidence-based interventions that are proven by controlled clinical trials to effectively reduce the number of falls in older adults.
There are other factors that also contribute to falls. Neurological conditions such as Parkinson's Disease, stroke, multiple sclerosis, brain injury, vestibular disorders, and neuropathy also increase fall risk. Our therapy team is well equipped to address the problems of falling and the fear of falling in individuals living with these conditions.
What is a concussion?
A concussion is defined as a disruption of the normal functioning of the brain usually due to a direct or indirect force to the head.
Is Concussion a brain injury?
Yes. In short, it is a functional injury to the brain, rather than a structural injury.
What do you mean by a functional injury to the brain?
The brain controls many functions of the human body. When these functions are disrupted, the “concussed” person may experience problems with thinking, balance, emotion, and sleep. As a result, they may feel mentally “foggy,” dizzy, nauseated, more emotional, restless, or tired.
What are the signs and symptoms of a concussion?
After sustaining a fall or blow to the head, if one or more of these signs are observed, a concussion is suspected:
If one or more of these symptoms are reported, a concussion is suspected:
Someone must be “knocked out” or lose consciousness to have sustained a concussion, right?
This is a dangerous misconception about concussions. A concussion does not necessarily result in loss of consciousness, nor does the loss of consciousness on its own predict the severity or course of recovery from the concussion.
What should a parent or coach do when they are not sure whether their child or athlete sustained a concussion?
The statement “if in doubt, sit them out” summarizes it best. More specifically, the CDC recommends and California law (AB 2127)* mandates that an athlete suspected of sustaining a concussion or head injury is prohibited from returning to the athletic activity until the athlete is evaluated by a licensed health care provider. This educational sheet published by the CDC is an excellent resource for parents and coaches:
What are the health risks of “playing through” a concussion or suspected concussion?
Due to slowed reaction time and impaired judgment, an individual who has not fully recovered from a concussion is at heightened risk to sustain another blow to the head if he or she continues to participate in an athletic event. A repeat concussion sustained before full recovery has occurred can lead to second impact syndrome, which is a serious and life-threatening condition that involves rapid swelling of the brain. Although serious, second impact syndrome is preventable through recognition and proper management of an initial concussion.
How soon can an athlete return to play after sustaining a concussion?
The good news is 85% of individuals recover within 3 weeks of sustaining a concussion. However, there are many factors involved in an individual’s recovery from a concussion. Prior to returning to play, it must first be determined by a licensed health care provider trained in the management of concussion that he or she has returned to their “baseline” or pre-injury state. In addition, the athlete must complete a graduated return to play protocol under the supervision of a licensed health care provider trained in the management of concussion.
Why see a Physical Therapist for a concussion?
A Physical Therapist, trained in the management of concussion, is able to evaluate and provide treatment and education for symptoms of concussion, including headache and dizziness. In addition, a physical therapist’s expertise in exercise and movement allows them to safely and effectively implement the mandatory graduated return to play protocol. A Physical Therapist with training and experience treating concussions can help screen for cognitive (thinking and memory) problems, or visual problems that are amenable to referral to Speech-Language Pathology or Occupational Therapy, respectively.
Why should someone choose Physical Therapy to recover from a concussion?
Our clinics are home to a cutting-edge team of Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapists who are formally trained and experienced in the management of concussion. These expert clinicians have collaborated with local physicians to develop a comprehensive and affordable care model designed to return local high school athletes safely and successfully to sports, academics, and social roles.
We provide quality, comprehensive treatment for patients who are injured or suffering from any type of movement or function disorder.
As a key member of today's dynamic health care team, we prescribe a goal-oriented program of evaluation, treatment, and prevention for our patient's specific needs.
Conditions we treat include but are not limited to:
The benefits of massage therapy include:
Our sports enhancement program is designed to help you recover from an injury, prevent injury, which simultaneously enhancing your ability to compete. It emphasizes individualized strength and flexibility training, plyometric (intense activity designed to produce fast, powerful muscle movements) and neuromuscular (the relationship between nerves and muscles) coordination activities, and education on safe techniques to promote an unrestricted return to sport, as well as improved athletic performance to aid the prevention of future injury.
Even if you have not had success with other treatments, this program is for you. We address the root cause rather than merely treating symptoms. This results in a more long-lasting result which is highly effective in preventing recurrent problems.
Depending on the severity of your current condition, results can be noticed in as little as 3 visits. Some severe cases may take longer.
Over-aggressive programs that do not take into account your individual mechanics and medical history.
Vertigo, dizziness, and imbalance are commonly associated with a problem with the inner ear or vestibular system functioning. There are many causes of vertigo and dizziness that are treatable with the guidance of a physical therapist with specialized training in Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy.
Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy is a specialized form of physical therapy that uses specific exercises or activities to promote recovery of balance and a sense of stability. The type of therapeutic strategies your therapist implements will depend on the cause of your dizziness and the severity of your symptoms.
Your therapist will conduct a thorough evaluation to help determine if your dizziness will respond to Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy. Depending on the findings of the physical therapy evaluation, the therapist will then proceed with treatment and/or possibly a referral to another appropriate health care provider. Most often, you will respond quickly and favorably to the initial treatment. Our Physical Therapists have extensive training and expertise in Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy.
Causes of dizziness we treat
As a part of our community service, we provide athletic training services for athletes at area high schools and youth sports events.
Working much like a liaison between the athlete, parents, and the family physician, we will make recommendations as to the appropriate care of any injury sustained by student-athletes at these schools. A Certified Athletic Trainer or Physical Therapist is on-site to direct the athletic training program involving the following services:
Our facility provides Golf Performance Training with the expertise of TPI-certified fitness trainers, TPI movement screening, and video swing analysis. We will work with your Golf Pro or can help you find someone to meet your goals. Our programs will help you gain distance, mobility, strength, and stability to improve your game.
Package A: TPI movement screening, video swing analysis, with a full written assessment and home exercise training program.
Package B: TPI movement screening, video swing analysis with a full written assessment, and golf performance/fitness personal training package.
Running is a popular sport that offers numerous benefits including improved fitness and cardiovascular health, personal satisfaction, and a sense of community. It’s also a high-impact activity that repeatedly applies forces to the body. Overuse injuries of the lower body are common in runners.
Some of the more common running injuries we see include:
* Hip pain
* Knee injuries, with anterior knee injuries being extremely common
* Runner’s knee, which is associated with overstriding
* Stress fractures
* Foot conditions like overpronation, Achilles tendonitis, and plantar fasciitis
Running analysis is used to better understand a runner’s gait, cadence, foot-strike, and injury potential so that we can intervene and prevent potential running injuries. If you’ve already been injured, running analysis is an essential tool in your rehabilitation. Running analysis is also a helpful tool in improving sports performance.
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We will utilize our state of the art system:
dosaVi sensor technology
RUN Program
Sophisticated running analysis without the need for a gait analysis lab.
The patent-protected algorithms deliver precise outputs including:
Measure and compare the impact of variables such as:
Measure performance out on the road in real run conditions and on the treadmill in the gym.
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In addition to providing a remarkable patient experience by delivering exceptional care, we also offer additional special techniques that make your recovery faster.
ASTYM Therapy is a type of physical therapy that promotes the regeneration of healthy soft tissues (muscles, tendons, etc.) and eliminates or decreases scar tissue that might be causing discomfort or movement limitations.
Astym therapy has been shown to be highly successful in restoring movement and alleviating pain from soft tissue injury/dysfunction, even when other techniques fail. One of the major reasons for this is that Astym was created to address the underlying source of a number of soft tissue issues rather than merely treating symptoms.
DorsaVi is a cutting-edge, wearable health technology that measures human physical movement in new ways to deliver organizations, clinics, and athletes relevant, easy-to-understand motion data that may be converted into measurable outcomes.
NormaTec is a medical device that uses air pressure massage to alleviate muscular pains and/or discomfort while also boosting circulation in the treated areas. NormaTec is used by many top athletes, trainers, and fitness enthusiasts throughout the world. NormaTec's patented massage pattern targets several regions of the body.
Game Ready provides a range of accessories to bring you comprehensive, integrated, and comfortable treatment options – including cold therapy, heat therapy, rapid contrast therapy, and intermittent compression therapy.
Your feet have 26 bones and hundreds of muscles, ligaments, tendons, and blood vessels. Your feet support and balance your body weight, so any changes in the structure or alignment of your foot can have significant effects on other joints in your body as well as your general health.
Custom orthotics are insoles that are worn inside the shoes to correct foot alignment that may develop while walking, standing, or running. Foot orthotics can also help with painfulness due to medical issues including plantar fasciitis, bursitis, diabetes, and arthritis.
Kinesio Taping
Kinesio taping is a form of medical adhesive tape used to treat musculoskeletal problems. It's made of breathable, flexible material, usually cotton or a cotton blend, and is applied just below the skin's surface.
The benefits of kinesiology taping are to improve circulation, support muscles, encourage healing, and help prevent injury or further injury.
Please connect with our clinic to learn more about these rapid recovery options.
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