Athletic Training & Manual Therapy
The Sports Academy approach to athletic training and manual therapy addresses the clients impairments as a whole and looks to address the source of your issues and find resolutions.
What is Athletic Training & Manual Therapy?
Not all injuries or clients the same, thus having multiple evidence-based techniques and modalities are essential. Our Sports Academy staff provide a variety of expertise and are staying on the edge of sports medicine advancements.
As providers we are striving to find the source of the pain and dysfunction. This systematic approach to determine if there is a mobility/flexibility impairment vs. stability/strength impairment is key to managing and preventing further injury. Once a priority list is created, then a progressive corrective exercise strategy is put in place to address the dysfunctional movement patterns.
No matter who the client is and what the training volume is…it is essential to spend time in the recover and regeneration realm. Recovery can be multifaceted and based upon individual needs. Active Techniques and Passive Modalities are available here at Sports Academy. Our Recovery Suite and Massage Therapy Team specialize in a variety of modalities.
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Integrative Dry Needling [IDN] is the use of a fine filament needle into a specific tissue with the goals to reduce tissue tension, aide in pain and swelling reduction, minimize trigger points, tissue recovery and even activate muscles dependent on the method used. Our IDN is administered by Jill Wosmek who holds a certification through the Structure and Function Dry Needling curriculum.
Stimulates connective tissue remodeling through resorption of excessive fibrosis, and induces repair and regeneration of collagen secondary to fibroblast recruitment. This will lead to the breakdown, or release of scar tissue, fascial restrictions and adhesions.
Therapeutic Cupping has been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine for over 2000 years with the primary purpose of allowing a decompressive relief to the tissue and promoting blood flow. There are a few different methods of cupping and types of cups used dependent on the treatment goals. Within Western Medicine we have taken these philosophies and applied it within sports medicine with great success!
Reduces inflammation and speeds up recovery from injuries and muscle soreness.
Anti-gravity treadmill that can take up to 80% of your body weight away. Modifying weight bearing to assist with proper gait mechanics and regain confidence in exercise progression.
The application of a specialized tourniquet system to a proximal arm or leg, which is inflated, to a personalized and specific pressure to reduce blood flow to an exercising extremity. The application is brief and intermittent and is based on a specific protocol to help increase strength and hypertrophy utilizing a low mechanical load.
Provides afferent mechanoreceptor stimulus to the brain, and the brain will perceive stability. Helps decrease pain, improve circulation, and to facilitate muscle function.
Incorporating a shorten to lengthen fashion of a specific muscle/tendon/ligament with either a proximal or distal tensioning.
Used to restore joint mobility by manually applying a controlled force into joints that have become hypomobile – or restricted in their movement – as a result of a tissue injury. It helps resolve joint inflammation and reduces pain
Dynamic compression that promotes circulation and reduces lactic acid for faster muscle recovery.
Activates muscles through electrostimulation to increase blood flow and aid in recovery.
Somadome is a unique technology-enabled meditation experience.
A customized program that includes: mobility, stability, activation, coordination, and strength.
Who You'll Work With
Tyler is a Doctor of Chiropractic and Performance Coach at Sports Academy. As a member of the Integrated Sports Medicine department and has gained valuable experience treating a wide variety of injuries and patients. Within the Sports Performance team, Tyler is also a Performance Coach for NFL Combine and NFL Off-Season training, specializing in return-to-play and bridging the gap from rehabilitation to performance.
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Dr. Kait is a native of Orange, California and graduate of Southern California University of Health Sciences with a Doctorate of Chiropractic and emphasis in Sports Medicine. She has a passion for helping athletes suffering from injuries recover and return to play as well as giving them the tools they need to prevent future injuries. Dr. Kait is excited to be a part of the volleyball coaching staff as it has reconnected her to the sport she loves.
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Director of Volleyball - Thousand Oaks
Beau brings with him over 15 years of hands-on experience in Sports Medicine. Beau is a co-owner of Body Dynamix Integrated Sports Medicine that is housed inside Sports Academy, providing all of our medical services in-house. Currently Beau is a Co-Founder of Sports Academy and Body Dynamix, the Executive Director of Integrated Sports Medicine and Human Performance, and the Director of Volleyball at Sports Academy. In addition to that he is also the Official Chiropractor for the 2022 World Champion Los Angeles Rams.
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Dr. Megan hales from Alaska and is a graduate of Southern California University of Health Sciences, being well rounded by varying past experiences has an emphasis in Sports Medicine. While eager to serve the community, Dr. Megan values holistic and conservative healthcare and how it can change the game of injury and wellness. When not in the office, Dr. Megan is enthusiastic about baking, boardgames and enjoying the outdoors.
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Through Dr. Eddie’s advanced Sports Medicine training, he has been named as an official medical provider for the US National Field Hockey Team, the US National Archery Team, and the US National Beach Volleyball Teams. Dr. Eddie travels internationally to tournaments all over the world to provide medical support for our nation’s most elite athletes.
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Center Coordinator of Clinical Education - Thousand Oaks
Justin is a Senior Physical Therapist at Sports Academy who specializes in treatment of orthopedic disorders. He graduated with honors from the University of Southern California’s Doctor of Physical Therapy program and is a Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist. Justin is a local of Ventura County and spends his past time outdoors, or with his wife and daughter.
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The Sports Academy approach to athletic training and manual therapy addresses the clients impairments as a whole and looks to address the source of your issues and find resolutions.
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Sports Academy houses a state-of-the-art Biomechanics Lab for all athletic populations to provide each individual the cutting edge technology to enhance their performance and decrease risk of injury.
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Sports Academy uses the BOD POD Gold Standard Body Composition System to determine body composition for athlete's goal setting and tracking.
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Massage therapy is an effective method for treating stress, pain and enhance overall wellness.
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Sports Academy houses an integrated Sports Medicine Practice that focuses on improving your quality of life and getting you back to doing the things you love as quickly as possible. Whether you are a professional athlete, a weekend warrior, or a workaholic bound to a desk, our professionals can help.
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Our Physical Therapists are movement specialists focused on returning our patients to optimal performance through individualized exercise prescription, hands-on care, and patient education.
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Sports Chiropractic specializes in the care of musculoskeletal injuries and injury prevention. Through a process involving soft tissue work, joint mobilization, and rehabilitation, our Chiropractors provide support for any type of patient to recover from injury and perform at their best.
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The Sports Academy Recovery Suite is a leading-edge wing of Sports Academy that includes everything you need to recover from a hard workout and prepare for the next one.
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Vitality Lab treatment strategies utilize neurology, advanced nutritional therapies, lifestyle modifications, and mind-body techniques. We strive to empower and educate each client to restore and optimize their body to true vitality.
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