Athletic Therapy
Athletic Therapy sessions can include the following methods.
Functional Range Release
& Functional Range Conditioning
FRR is a science and evidence-based treatment approach allowing us to efficiently assess various soft tissues and be specific with manual therapy.
FRC is a science and evidence-based training approach that is applied to acute/chronic pain and injury, or strengthening for performance and injury prevention.
Megan is certified in the following ares:
- FR Release Upper Limb
- FR Release Lower Limb
- FR Release Spine
- Functional Range Conditioning (Mobility Specialist)
Kinstretch
Kinstretch is a scientific, evidence based system that Megan is trained in, which includes a self-assessment system to put you in control of what you want your body to be able to do.
Why Kinstretch?
- Improve body control and movement capacity
- Improve strength
- Reduce injury severity and risk
- Improve joint health
- Improve physical longevity
- Help you monitor your own body
Mulligan Techniques
Mulligan Mobilization Techniques are a simple and effective way of improving mobility and decreasing pain.
It is an effective strategy if joints are stiff/restricted, cause pinching type sensations, are arthritic, or are painful.
We are trained in lower body, pelvis, and (some) spinal techniques.
Persistant Pain Program
If you have persisting or unexplained pain, this method may be for you (in full, in part, or in combination).
We are trained in an evidence-based approach to evaluate the pain experience, help you understand the science behind pain, and safely assist you through strategies to help regain control and optimism about quality of life.
We’re committed to your commitment and readiness to understand the truth about pain, and what you’re experiencing.
Yoga
Vinyasa Yoga uses breath and movement to link postures into a series.
Megan completed a 250 hour vinyasa yoga teacher training, and is excited to be able to offer individual or group classes, as well as incorporate the practice into athletic therapy and training sessions.
While the vinyasa practice can be used to enhance flexibility and strength, it can also be used specifically for meditative purposes.
Vinyasa yoga dates back numerous years, and is widely growing as a physical, mental, and spiritual health practice.
Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization
Developed at the Prague School of Rehab (Czech Republic), DNS is a basis for any rehabilitation or training program. Based on principles of respiration, stabilization, and integration, incorporating this technique into your program can decrease injury risk and improve performance.
Megan has completed DNS manual therapy, and DNS exercises levels 1-3, and is a Certified DNS Exercise Trainer.
Functional Movement Systems
Functional Movement Systems includes numerous screening tools, depending on training stage, injury history, or current rehabilitation status.
Nancy is certified in Functional Movement Screen Level 1.
Megan is certified in the following courses and levels:
- Functional Movement Screen (level 1 and 2)
- Selective Functional Movement Assessment (level 1 and 2)
- Y Balance Test