Podcasts about atlantic sports health

Welcome to Episode #26 of the Princeton Spine and Joint Center Podcast. In this episode Dr. Scott Curtis, Sports Medicine Director at Princeton Spine and Joint Center, sat down with Dr. Lisa Baptis, a physical therapist at Penn Medicine Princeton Health, who has been trained specifically in the Meeks Method. Scott and Lisa started out by defining osteoporosis and why it is often misunderstood to be specific to older patients. They discussed why osteoporosis is prevalent in the population, and if not treated appropriately, can cause severe pain, even fractures. We trust you will benefit from an increased understanding of osteoporosis that you will gain from listening to this episode of the Princeton Spine and Joint Center Podcast. Scott Curtis, DO Director of Sports Medicine at Princeton Spine and Joint Center Dr. Scott Curtis is a board certified, fellowship trained physician who specializes in the care of sports related injuries and general musculoskeletal care. After attending Penn State University, Dr. Curtis received his medical degree from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine and then completed his residency at Morristown Medical Center in Morristown, NJ where he was honored to serve as Chief Resident. Dr. Curtis completed the renowned Sports Medicine Fellowship at Atlantic Sports Health where he worked with the New York Jets, Seton Hall University Athletics, College of St. Elizabeth Athletics and various high school teams. From weekend warriors to professional athletes, high school athletes to 90+ year old tennis players, Dr. Curtis has a singular focus to treat each patient as an individual, identify their concerns as well as their specific goals and help them reach their aspirations using the most effective non-surgical care options. Lisa Baptis, PT, DPT Staff Physical Therapist Lisa has been working at UPenn Penn Medicine in Outpatient Rehabilitation since 2004. She earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in exercise Physiology from Rutgers’s University in 1989, her Master Degree from Temple University and most recently her Doctorate of Physical therapy in 2014. Lisa has worked in a variety of settings including, Acute Rehabilitation, Inpatient Acute Care, and Outpatient Orthopedics. Lisa is currently pursuing advanced training in Movement Impairment syndromes through Washington University. She is currently certified in Vestibular and Concussion Rehabilitation thought American Institute of Balance and Osteoporosis training in the Meeks Method. Married with three children, Lisa enjoys cycling, hiking and traveling to the National Parks.

Welcome to Episode #25 of the Princeton Spine and Joint Center Podcast. In this episode Dr. Scott Curtis, Sports Medicine Director at Princeton Spine and Joint Center, sat down with Dr. Jaimee Kukla, a chiropractor practicing in Lawrenceville, New Jersey for over 20 years. Scott and Jaimee discussed chiropractic manipulation, what it's used for and some of the misconceptions behind it. They also talked about the difference between chiropractic manipulation and physical therapy, and when one is an appropriate treatment over the other.   If you have ever had chiropractic manipulation as part of your treatment plan, or you are just interested in manual medicine for treatment of musculoskeletal pain, we trust you enjoy this podcast.   Jaimee Kukla, DC Dr. Jaimee C. Kukla, Chiropractor, PC 2 Princess road, Suite A Lawrenceville, NJ 08648 609-844-980 www.kuklachiro.com   Undergrad was Villanova University, Then New York Chiropractic College.    The practice was opened November 2000.   Scott Curtis, DO Director of Sports Medicine at Princeton Spine and Joint Center Dr. Scott Curtis is a board certified, fellowship trained physician who specializes in the care of sports related injuries and general musculoskeletal care. After attending Penn State University, Dr. Curtis received his medical degree from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine and then completed his residency at Morristown Medical Center in Morristown, NJ where he was honored to serve as Chief Resident. Dr. Curtis completed the renowned Sports Medicine Fellowship at Atlantic Sports Health where he worked with the New York Jets, Seton Hall University Athletics, College of St. Elizabeth Athletics and various high school teams. From weekend warriors to professional athletes, high school athletes to 90+ year old tennis players, Dr. Curtis has a singular focus to treat each patient as an individual, identify their concerns as well as their specific goals and help them reach their aspirations using the most effective non-surgical care options.  

Welcome to Episode #24 of the Princeton Spine and Joint Center Podcast. In this episode Dr. Scott Curtis, Sports Medicine Director at Princeton Spine and Joint Center, sat down with Dr. Greg Kelley, Princeton Spine & Joint Center's newest physician. Dr. Kelley joined PS&J Center from the Georgetown Hospital System, where he specialized in musculoskeletal medicine. Scott and Greg had an in-depth conversation about Elbow Pain. They discussed the general approach they take with patients with elbow pain, the different pathologies, the different diagnostic tests and different treatment plans for individuals with elbow pain. Greg Kelley, MD is a board certified physical medicine and rehabilitation physician specializing in the care of patients with musculoskeletal and rehabilitation issues. After graduating cum laude from Georgetown University, Dr. Kelley completed his medical school training at St. George’s University School of Medicine before returning to Georgetown University in Washington D.C. and the National Rehabilitation Hospital for his specialty training in physical medicine and rehabilitation. Dr. Kelley has spearheaded the implementation of the Rehabilitation and Performance Centers of Excellence in local subacute nursing facilities in the Princeton area. He lectures and publishes widely on issues concerning the management and alleviation of patients’ pain. He also seeks to maximize each person’s potential toward the goal of achieving personal peak performance. He emphasizes that achieving peak performance clearly varies among patient populations – professional athletes have different specific expectations than geriatric patients with heart or lung disease. But, at the end of the day, everyone strives to be the best version of themselves that they possibly can and it is in that pursuit that Dr. Kelley finds purpose and passion in his work helping people. Scott Curtis, DO Director of Sports Medicine at Princeton Spine and Joint Center Dr. Scott Curtis is a board certified, fellowship trained physician who specializes in the care of sports related injuries and general musculoskeletal care. After attending Penn State University, Dr. Curtis received his medical degree from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine and then completed his residency at Morristown Medical Center in Morristown, NJ where he was honored to serve as Chief Resident. Dr. Curtis completed the renowned Sports Medicine Fellowship at Atlantic Sports Health where he worked with the New York Jets, Seton Hall University Athletics, College of St. Elizabeth Athletics and various high school teams. From weekend warriors to professional athletes, high school athletes to 90+ year old tennis players, Dr. Curtis has a singular focus to treat each patient as an individual, identify their concerns as well as their specific goals and help them reach their aspirations using the most effective non-surgical care options.

Welcome to Episode #23 of the Princeton Spine and Joint Center Podcast. In this episode Dr. Scott Curtis, Sports Medicine Director at Princeton Spine and Joint Center, discussed ACL Injuries with Nick Cifelli, a Sports Physical Therapist who works with Progression Physical Therapy in Princeton New Jersey as well as The Training Room in Southern New Jersey. The focus of this episode on ACL Injuries included primary and secondary prevention of ACL tears and rehabilitation. Scott Curtis and Nick Cifelli discussed what the ACL is and how it can be injured, how to diagnose a tear, and how to manage it both surgically and non-surgically. So if you have ever experienced an ACL injury or you are a parent of a child who has, you will learn a lot from this episode of the Princeton Spine and Joint Center Podcast. Nick Cifelli, PT, DPT, CSCS Nick grew up in Ewing, NJ and graduated from Ewing High School in 2009 where he played both soccer and baseball. As an undergraduate, Nick attended The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) and received a degree in Health and Exercise Science. He was a collegiate baseball player during his time at TCNJ, and also worked in the athletic training room. Upon graduating from TCNJ in 2013, he began personal training and became a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS). Nick graduated from Thomas Jefferson University in 2017 with a Doctorate in Physical therapy. His personal interests include weight lifting, golfing, skiing, playing soccer, and going to the beach. Education: Bachelor’s in Exercise Science from The College of New Jersey Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Thomas Jefferson University Continuing Education: Selective Functional Movement Assessment Maitland-Australian Physiotherapy Seminars MT-1: Essential Peripheral Soft Tissue Techniques – Release with Fascialization Certifications: Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) Scott Curtis, DO Director of Sports Medicine at Princeton Spine and Joint Center Dr. Scott Curtis is a board certified, fellowship trained physician who specializes in the care of sports related injuries and general musculoskeletal care. After attending Penn State University, Dr. Curtis received his medical degree from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine and then completed his residency at Morristown Medical Center in Morristown, NJ where he was honored to serve as Chief Resident. Dr. Curtis completed the renowned Sports Medicine Fellowship at Atlantic Sports Health where he worked with the New York Jets, Seton Hall University Athletics, College of St. Elizabeth Athletics and various high school teams. From weekend warriors to professional athletes, high school athletes to 90+ year old tennis players, Dr. Curtis has a singular focus to treat each patient as an individual, identify their concerns as well as their specific goals and help them reach their aspirations using the most effective non-surgical care options.

Welcome to episode #19 of the Princeton Spine and Joint Center Podcast. In this episode Dr. Scott Curtis, Sports Medicine Director at Princeton Spine and Joint Center, had a great conversation with Dr. Zinovy Meyler, Co-Director of the Interventional Spine Program at Princeton Spine and Joint Center. They discussed the basics of electrodiagnostic studies, which includes EMG and nerve conduction studies. They focused a little more on the basics from a patient perspective by answering some common questions like "What is an EMG and nerve conduction study? Why are we doing it? When is it appropriate to do it? And what are some of the risks and benefits of these studies?" Hopefully you enjoy it and learn a few things about electrodiagnostic studies. Zinovy Meyler, DO Co-Director of the Interventional Spine Program at Princeton Spine and Joint Center Dr. Zinovy Meyler is a board certified, fellowship trained physician specializing in the non-operative care of spine, joint, muscle and nerve pain. After graduating from New York University and receiving his medical degree from the New York College of Osteopathic Medicine, Dr. Meyler performed his specialty training in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at New York-Presbyterian Hospital, The University Hospital of Columbia and Cornell, where he was honored to serve as Chief Resident. Following residency, Dr. Meyler received additional training in ultrasound guidance at the Mayo Clinic and completed his fellowship training in interventional spine and joint medicine at the prestigious Beth Israel Spine Institute in Manhattan. Dr. Meyler is the author of multiple medical chapters and peer-reviewed papers. He serves as a reviewer for medical journals and lectures widely. Dr. Meyler’s expert medical opinion has been sought in newspapers and on radio shows, as well as on this podcast. Scott Curtis, DO Director of Sports Medicine at Princeton Spine and Joint Center Dr. Scott Curtis is a board certified, fellowship trained physician who specializes in the care of sports related injuries and general musculoskeletal care. After attending Penn State University, Dr. Curtis received his medical degree from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine and then completed his residency at Morristown Medical Center in Morristown, NJ where he was honored to serve as Chief Resident. Dr. Curtis completed the renowned Sports Medicine Fellowship at Atlantic Sports Health where he worked with the New York Jets, Seton Hall University Athletics, College of St. Elizabeth Athletics and various high school teams. From weekend warriors to professional athletes, high school athletes to 90+ year old tennis players, Dr. Curtis has a singular focus to treat each patient as an individual, identify their concerns as well as their specific goals and help them reach their aspirations using the most effective non-surgical care options.

Welcome to episode #18 of the Princeton Spine and Joint Center Podcast. In this episode Dr. Scott Curtis, Sports Medicine Director at Princeton Spine and Joint Center, sat down with Nicole Cleffi, a blood flow restriction physical therapist from Robert Wood Johnson Physical Therapy and the topic of conversation was blood flow restriction physical therapy. They talked about this new form of technology being used in physical therapy, what it is, and certain patients who it's applicable for, and maybe some patients who its not so great for. They talked about some of the expected outcomes and how it could help patients both postoperatively and for nonoperative musculoskeletal issues. Enjoy! Nicole Cleffi, DPT Physical Therapist at RWJ Sports Physical Therapy in Princeton, NJ Aug 2016 – present Nicole received her doctorate of physical therapy from Columbia University in 2009 where she specialized in orthopedics. Prior to that, she attended Arcadia University where she received a BA in psychology. Being an athlete from a young age, Nicole always had an interest in sports. She fell in love with sports medicine after working as a student athletic trainer in both high school and college. Now with over 10 years of experience working in outpatient physical therapy, Nicole uses her extensive manual therapy and movement science training to help her patients get back to the things they love to do. In the clinic she see’s patients and athletes of all ages, but also works as the PT for Gymland’s Arena gymnastics team. In her free time, she enjoys running, cycling and traveling with her husband. Scott Curtis, DO Director of Sports Medicine at Princeton Spine and Joint Center Dr. Scott Curtis is a board certified, fellowship trained physician who specializes in the care of sports related injuries and general musculoskeletal care. After attending Penn State University, Dr. Curtis received his medical degree from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine and then completed his residency at Morristown Medical Center in Morristown, NJ where he was honored to serve as Chief Resident. Dr. Curtis completed the renowned Sports Medicine Fellowship at Atlantic Sports Health where he worked with the New York Jets, Seton Hall University Athletics, College of St. Elizabeth Athletics and various high school teams. From weekend warriors to professional athletes, high school athletes to 90+ year old tennis players, Dr. Curtis has a singular focus to treat each patient as an individual, identify their concerns as well as their specific goals and help them reach their aspirations using the most effective non-surgical care options.

Welcome to episode #16 of the Princeton Spine and Joint Center Podcast. In this episode Dr. Scott Curtis, Sports Medicine Director at Princeton Spine and Joint Center, sat down with Scott Giallella, a vestibular physical therapists at Hamilton Physical Therapy Services. They talked a lot about vestibular physical therapy, what it's used for, and what kind of patients would benefit from it. They also talked about the role of physical therapy in concussive symptoms. And finally talked about different types of physical therapy for fall reduction and individuals who may have frequent mechanical falls. Scott Giallella Physical Therapist/partner/owner at Hamilton Physical Therapy Services Jun 2002 – Present Education The College of New Jersey BA in Science/Corporate Fitness Widener University Masters of Science in Physical Therapy   Scott Curtis, DO Director of Sports Medicine at Princeton Spine and Joint Center Dr. Scott Curtis is a board certified, fellowship trained physician who specializes in the care of sports related injuries and general musculoskeletal care. After attending Penn State University, Dr. Curtis received his medical degree from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine and then completed his residency at Morristown Medical Center in Morristown, NJ where he was honored to serve as Chief Resident. Dr. Curtis completed the renowned Sports Medicine Fellowship at Atlantic Sports Health where he worked with the New York Jets, Seton Hall University Athletics, College of St. Elizabeth Athletics and various high school teams. From weekend warriors to professional athletes, high school athletes to 90+ year old tennis players, Dr. Curtis has a singular focus to treat each patient as an individual, identify their concerns as well as their specific goals and help them reach their aspirations using the most effective non-surgical care options.

Welcome to episode #15 of the Princeton Spine and Joint Center Podcast. In this episode Dr. Scott Curtis, Sports Medicine Director at Princeton Spine and Joint Center, sat down with Barbara Kutch, Physical Therapist at Penn Medicine Princeton Medical Center. Barbara is an orthopedic physical therapist who specializes in golf rehabilitation and has trained with Titlest. Barbara and Scott had an informative conversation about golf medicine, golf physical therapy, and golf injuries. If you are a golfer, this is definitely a podcast episode you will find helpful. They discussed a variety of topics to help reduce injury, proper ways to warm up with your swing, proper kinematics within your swing to help recover from injury or might actually pre-dispose you to injury. They also talked about some professional athletes and why are they develop injuries over time and various ways that to go about preventing injuries from recurring again. Barbara Kutch DPT Physical Therapist at Penn Medicine Princeton Medical Center, Princeton New Jersey Extra Innings Mt. Laurel Softball/Baseball Instructor Certified strength and conditioning coach (CSCS) Titleist Performance Institute Medical Level3 Certified Running Gait Analyst Level 1 (Association of Clinical Excellence) Presentations: APTANJ Spring Conference 2019 Don't be thrown for a curve, assessing the throwing athlete in physical therapy District Meetings Fall 2018 Sport Specific Outpatient Physical Therapy for the Golfer The Implementation of a Golf Rehabilitation and Fitness Program in Outpatient Physical Therapy National Strength and Conditioning Association: Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference Neumann University December 1-2, 2017 Articles: 3 Drills to Enhance the Rhythm of the Baseball Swing Elite Baseball Performance Feb 12, 2018 Have a plan to improve offensive success March 2018, 23,(3) Good baserunning isn't reliant on speed April 2018, 23,(4) Keeping outfield miscues to a minimum May 2018,23, (5) Hover the lead leg for a quick timing fix June 2018, 23,(6) Drills to optimize hitter's weight transfer July 2018, 23, (7) Putting time on your side on the diamond August 2018, 23, (8) Hitting Problems? tape together a swing September 2018 23,(9) Take a leap into the science of power hitting November 2018, 23,(11) Little details matter in outfield throwing December 2018, 23, (12) Help your players see the ball better February 2019, 24, (2) Baseball drills can aid softball players March 2019, 24, (3) Honors: ESPN the Magazine Academic All-American 2008 (softball) NJ All-State 2003 (softball)   Scott Curtis, DO Director of Sports Medicine at Princeton Spine and Joint Center Dr. Scott Curtis is a board certified, fellowship trained physician who specializes in the care of sports related injuries and general musculoskeletal care. After attending Penn State University, Dr. Curtis received his medical degree from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine and then completed his residency at Morristown Medical Center in Morristown, NJ where he was honored to serve as Chief Resident. Dr. Curtis completed the renowned Sports Medicine Fellowship at Atlantic Sports Health where he worked with the New York Jets, Seton Hall University Athletics, College of St. Elizabeth Athletics and various high school teams. From weekend warriors to professional athletes, high school athletes to 90+ year old tennis players, Dr. Curtis has a singular focus to treat each patient as an individual, identify their concerns as well as their specific goals and help them reach their aspirations using the most effective non-surgical care options.

​Welcome to another episode of the Princeton Spine and Joint Center Podcast. In this episode Dr. Scott Curtis, the Sports Medicine Director at Princeton Spine and Joint Center sat down with Payal Patel, the Director of Physical Therapy and Co-Founder at Adapt Performance And Rehab in Lawrence Township. Payal Patel is a fantastic physical therapist who has a passion for getting active adults engaged in physical therapy. They had a great conversation about active adults who may have suffered an injury and the steps to evaluate them, treat them, and get them back doing what they want to do in a pain free manner. So if you're an adult who is active or who wants to become active, I highly recommend listening to the conversation they had and I hope you enjoy it. Payal Patel Payal is a physical therapist, director of physical therapy, and co-founder at Adapt Performance And Rehab. She has worked with professional athletes from professional football, hockey, and soccer as well as firefighters. Payal currently focuses on helping active adults who desire to stay active and have been let down by previous physical therapy treatments, doctors, or other treatments. She has had her own back pain, which debilitated her as an athlete and active adults. Her struggles led to her progressive style of treatment which she now uses to help active adults put their own injury struggles behind them so they can do what they love. Payal believes all athletes and active adults should have the confidence in knowing that their bodies can stand up to any task and stay active without the worry of lingering injuries slowing them down.   Scott Curtis, DO Director of Sports Medicine at Princeton Spine and Joint Center Dr. Scott Curtis is a board certified, fellowship trained physician who specializes in the care of sports related injuries and general musculoskeletal care. After attending Penn State University, Dr. Curtis received his medical degree from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine and then completed his residency at Morristown Medical Center in Morristown, NJ where he was honored to serve as Chief Resident. Dr. Curtis completed the renowned Sports Medicine Fellowship at Atlantic Sports Health where he worked with the New York Jets, Seton Hall University Athletics, College of St. Elizabeth Athletics and various high school teams. From weekend warriors to professional athletes, high school athletes to 90+ year old tennis players, Dr. Curtis has a singular focus to treat each patient as an individual, identify their concerns as well as their specific goals and help them reach their aspirations using the most effective non-surgical care options.

Welcome to another episode of the Princeton Spine and Joint Center Podcast. In this episode Dr. Scott Curtis, the Sports Medicine Director at Princeton Spine and Joint Center sat down with Tyler Joyce, a Physical Therapist, CoFounder and Center Director of ActiveCore Physical Therapy here in Princeton. Scott and Tyler discussed in great detail Redcord Physical Therapy. They reviewed some of its benefits, how it helps with neuromuscular stabilization, how it can be used to treat pain and improve dysfunction. If you've ever heard of Redcord physical therapy we think you will really enjoy this episode of the Princeton Spine & Joint Center Podcast. Tyler Joyce PT, CNP, RAS, SFMA, TPI Co-Founder / Center Director / Physical Therapist at ActiveCore Physical Therapy, Princeton New Jersey Tyler Joyce is a compassionate leader and physical therapist who is passionate about improving the lives of his clients through the power of neuromuscular activation. Tyler's motivation will never stop until Activcore transforms the field of physical therapy and performance. With each successful outcome, Tyler is reminded why he joined the profession in the first place: to serve others. Tyler was most influenced by his father, a former professional baseball player. Tyler followed in his dad's footsteps as a pitcher in high school. Whenever Tyler struggled on the mound, his father would provide a calming presence to help him overcome any doubts and fears. A presence that gave him the courage to be exceptional. After sustaining an elbow injury, Tyler shifted his focus to a career in exercise physiology and physical therapy. He became a physical therapist and eventually earned a reputation as the top Redcord NEURAC (neuromuscular activation) practitioner in the United States. Over the past decade, Tyler has taught this concept to hundreds of other providers, including the athletic training staff for the US Olympic Committee, the Washington Capitals, the Washington Nationals, and the University of Michigan. Today, Tyler leads the Activcore movement in Princeton. And, just like his dad, whenever a client or teammate is struggling with something, Tyler shows up in a powerful way to support them for an exceptional outcome.   AREAS OF INTEREST: Teaching and leadership Pain science Sports injury rehabilitation General orthopedics   EDUCATION: University of Delaware, Fitness Management, 1994 Hanzehogeschool Van Groningen, Physical Therapy, 1999 Redcord Norway, Certified Neurac Practitioner Redcord Norway, Certified Neurac Teacher, 2007-present Redcord Norway, Certified Redcord Active Teacher, 2007-present   CREDENTIALS: PT (Physical Therapist) CNP (Certified Neurac Practitioner) RAS (Redcord Active Specialist) SFMA (Selective Functional Movement Assessment) Level 1 Certified TPI (Titleist Performance Institute Certified) Level 1 Certified Scott Curtis, DO Director of Sports Medicine at Princeton Spine and Joint Center Dr. Scott Curtis is a board certified, fellowship trained physician who specializes in the care of sports related injuries and general musculoskeletal care. After attending Penn State University, Dr. Curtis received his medical degree from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine and then completed his residency at Morristown Medical Center in Morristown, NJ where he was honored to serve as Chief Resident. Dr. Curtis completed the renowned Sports Medicine Fellowship at Atlantic Sports Health where he worked with the New York Jets, Seton Hall University Athletics, College of St. Elizabeth Athletics and various high school teams. From weekend warriors to professional athletes, high school athletes to 90+ year old tennis players, Dr. Curtis has a singular focus to treat each patient as an individual, identify their concerns as well as their specific goals and help them reach their aspirations using the most effective non-surgical care options.

In episode 10 of the Princeton Spine & Joint Center podcast, Dr. Scott Curtis, Director of Sports Medicine here at the practice, had a great conversation with Nicole Groszew Mattonelli from Professional Physical Therapy here in Princeton. Nicole is an orthopedic physical therapist and a sport specific physical therapist who has a wealth of knowledge on different types of sport specific physical therapy protocols. They talked about a lot of different things including generalized physical therapy, what it is and what are some of the expectations behind physical therapy. Scott and Nicole also talked about sports specific physical therapy and a functional progression to getting an athlete back to doing what they want to do. They used the example of runners' sport specific injuries and different ways that we get them back to running. So if you've ever done physical therapy or are an athlete who has had chronic or acute injuries that required physical therapy, we think you will enjoy this episode.   Nicole Groszew Mattonelli, PT, DPT OCS Clinical Director of Professional Physical Therapy in Princeton   Dr. Nicole Groszew Mattonelli received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from University of Medicine and Dentistry (UMDNJ). Prior to that, she attended Kean University where she earned her Bachelors of Arts in Biology. Nicole was a student athlete at Kean, as a member of the women’s soccer team, spotlighted for player of the week among other conference honors. Dr. Nicole Groszew Mattonelli is a Board Certified Specialist in Orthopedics. She has been practicing in an Outpatient setting for the last six years in clinics with an emphasis on manual therapy and corrective exercise. Her future goals include continuing to expand her knowledge base with attending continuing education courses to further her manual therapy skills and continue with professional development.     Scott Curtis, DO Director of Sports Medicine at Princeton Spine and Joint Center   Dr. Scott Curtis is a board certified, fellowship trained physician who specializes in the care of sports related injuries and general musculoskeletal care. After attending Penn State University, Dr. Curtis received his medical degree from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine and then completed his residency at Morristown Medical Center in Morristown, NJ where he was honored to serve as Chief Resident. Dr. Curtis completed the renowned Sports Medicine Fellowship at Atlantic Sports Health where he worked with the New York Jets, Seton Hall University Athletics, College of St. Elizabeth Athletics and various high school teams. From weekend warriors to professional athletes, high school athletes to 90+ year old tennis players, Dr. Curtis has a singular focus to treat each patient as an individual, identify their concerns as well as their specific goals and help them reach their aspirations using the most effective non-surgical care options.      

Dr. Jason Levy is a Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician and serves as the team chiropractor for New York Jets, New York Red Bulls and the New Jersey Devils. Dr. Levy is also the owner of the Advanced Performance and Rehabilitation Center in Short Hills, NJ. I first met Dr. Levy while I was working at Atlantic Sports Health and it didn’t take long for me to notice how hard working, caring and knowledgable Dr. Levy is. I often say that Dr. Levy is the kind of person that when he walks in the room your day immediately gets better. I have a feeling that this listening to this podcast will have the same effect. As an athlete growing up, I never would have thought to go to a chiropractor for injuries not related to the spine. In this episode of the podcast Dr. Levy debunks this myth and teaches us about the role chiropractors play in the sports medicine mix. Below are some talking points we touch on throughout the interview: The inspiration behind Dr. Levy becoming a Sports Chiropractor. Where chiropractors fit into the sports medicine mix. The similarities to physical therapists and athletic trainers and how they all work together. Importance of communication between providers. The importance of looking at the whole body and not just where it hurts. Why Dr. Levy is the busiest guy on game days. Why an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. The mindset of athletes coming into his office when it comes to injury prevention. Why parents need to make sure their kids lifestyles are aligned with their athletic goals and why Fortnite might be able to help. Just because someone doesn’t have pain doesn’t mean they are in the clear. Why pro athletes are great compensators. Why getting proper sleep is important in injury recovery/prevention. The importance of patience in recovery. Addressing performance leaks. The difference between the athletes he sees (soccer, hockey, football). Dr. Levy’s role throughout the seasons with the different sports. What goes on in the locker room pre-game. Why wide receivers want the tire shine. What makes a resilient athlete. WHERE CAN YOU CONNECT WITH DR. LEVY ONLINE? WEBSITE | LINKEDIN | FACEBOOK | TWITTER Download Episode 150 : iTunes | Stitcher

Dr. Jason Levy is a Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician and serves as the team chiropractor for New York Jets, New York Red Bulls and the New Jersey Devils. Dr. Levy is also the owner of the Advanced Performance and Rehabilitation Center in Short Hills, NJ. I first met Dr. Levy while I was working at Atlantic Sports Health and it didn’t take long for me to notice how hard working, caring and knowledgable Dr. Levy is. I often say that Dr. Levy is the kind of person that when he walks in the room your day immediately gets better. I have a feeling that this listening to this podcast will have the same effect. As an athlete growing up, I never would have thought to go to a chiropractor for injuries not related to the spine. In this episode of the podcast Dr. Levy debunks this myth and teaches us about the role chiropractors play in the sports medicine mix. Below are some talking points we touch on throughout the interview: The inspiration behind Dr. Levy becoming a Sports Chiropractor. Where chiropractors fit into the sports medicine mix. The similarities to physical therapists and athletic trainers and how they all work together. Importance of communication between providers. The importance of looking at the whole body and not just where it hurts. Why Dr. Levy is the busiest guy on game days. Why an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. The mindset of athletes coming into his office when it comes to injury prevention. Why parents need to make sure their kids lifestyles are aligned with their athletic goals and why Fortnite might be able to help. Just because someone doesn’t have pain doesn’t mean they are in the clear. Why pro athletes are great compensators. Why getting proper sleep is important in injury recovery/prevention. The importance of patience in recovery. Addressing performance leaks. The difference between the athletes he sees (soccer, hockey, football). Dr. Levy’s role throughout the seasons with the different sports. What goes on in the locker room pre-game. Why wide receivers want the tire shine. What makes a resilient athlete. WHERE CAN YOU CONNECT WITH DR. LEVY ONLINE? WEBSITE | LINKEDIN | FACEBOOK | TWITTER Download Episode 150 : iTunes | Stitcher 

Last week the London Irish Rugby club was in the United States for a match against Saracens, which  took place at Red Bull Arena on March 12, 2016.  Brian O'Leary, Head of Medical Services for the London Irish Rugby Club, spoke at Atlantic Sports Health in Morristown, New Jersey about the latest athlete health and safety management in professional rugby.  Being an employee of Atlantic Sports Health, I took it upon myself to invite Brian and his colleague Nick Hess, Senior Physiotherapist, to do an interview and talk about trends in health and safety in their sport and how it can help improve safety in other sports like American Football.   Brian and Nick were both former rugby players themselves and they start off by talking about what led them to become Physiotherapists and what they loved most about the sport.  It was interesting to see the similarities in cultures between rugby and American football.  Brian and Nick both mentioned how the core values of respect, discipline, toughness and physicality were what they loved most about the sport.  These same values are the reason why I and millions of people around the US love American football so much.  Brian mentioned how there was recently a push over in England to ban tackling in youth rugby similar to the idea of forbidding tackle football until kids reach high school age.  We all were in agreement that we don't believe this is the answer to making the games safer. Brian O'Leary (Left) and Nick Hess (Right) Later in the interview Brian and Nick talk about the data they collect on each athlete to monitor their overall wellbeing in an effort to prevent injuries.  For example, the London Irish players all wear GPS devices to measure there milage for the day and t

Last week the London Irish Rugby club was in the United States for a match against Saracens, which  took place at Red Bull Arena on March 12, 2016.  Brian O'Leary, Head of Medical Services for the London Irish Rugby Club, spoke at Atlantic Sports Health in Morristown, New Jersey about the latest athlete health and safety management in professional rugby.  Being an employee of Atlantic Sports Health, I took it upon myself to invite Brian and his colleague Nick Hess, Senior Physiotherapist, to do an interview and talk about trends in health and safety in their sport and how it can help improve safety in other sports like American Football.   Brian and Nick were both former rugby players themselves and they start off by talking about what led them to become Physiotherapists and what they loved most about the sport.  It was interesting to see the similarities in cultures between rugby and American football.  Brian and Nick both mentioned how the core values of respect, discipline, toughness and physicality were what they loved most about the sport.  These same values are the reason why I and millions of people around the US love American football so much.  Brian mentioned how there was recently a push over in England to ban tackling in youth rugby similar to the idea of forbidding tackle football until kids reach high school age.  We all were in agreement that we don't believe this is the answer to making the games safer. Brian O'Leary (Left) and Nick Hess (Right) Later in the interview Brian and Nick talk about the data they collect on each athlete to monitor their overall wellbeing in an effort to prevent injuries.  For example, the London Irish players all wear GPS devices to measure there milage for the day and the medical staff looks for spikes in their training volume, which then raises a red flag to follow up with that individual. In addition, each player takes a rate of perceived exertion survey every morning which ask's them about their sleep, stress, muscle soreness and mood.  This measurement is also used to red flag athletes who need to be monitored more closely.  My favorite part of the conversation was when we talked about what American football can learn from the sport of Rugby to make the game safer.  Brian and Nick both talked about the major difference between the sports is the flow of the game.  In American football, there is a stoppage of play after each tackle made, whereas in Rugby the game is continued and many times to ball is pitched to another player.  The continuous flow of the game makes it more risky to go for a "kill-shot".  I think there is a lot of potential in this idea to take some of the unnecessary or big-hits on defenseless receivers out of the game. Nick Hess is responsible for long-term injured players and he and Brian both talk about how they also serve the role of sports psychologist at times with the athletes.  We talk about how to get the most out of your rehab program and how to stay on your game mentally and emotionally throughout the process. Unfortunately, every athlete's career comes to an end at some point and it can often feel like the loss of a close friend or relative.  Brian talks about the grieving process that some of his athletes go through.  If you are an athlete who has recently suffered a career ending injury checkout episode 23 with another Irishman, Liam Mulcahy! Both rugby and American football are high contact sports and therefore have high incident rates of injury.  Why are these two physically brutal games, which have left many athletes beaten, battered and debilitated (and in my case almost dead), so popular among the athletes who play and the fans who watch?  I don't know if there is a good answer to this question, but I know that if I could do it all over again I undoubtedly would.  I still have dreams about playing under the Friday Night Lights.  It might be the glory, camaraderie, or the impressive display of athleticism and tactical strategies that unite entire nations and communities around the world.  Whatever it is, I hope sports like rugby and football will be around long into the future and my hope is that this episode will spark a conversation about how to improve health and safety in all sports.       Where can you learn more about London Irish Rugby? WEBSITE | INSTAGRAM | TWITTER | FACEBOOK | YOUTUBE Download Episode 25 : iTunes | Stitcher 0 Likes