Meet the Authors
James Heafner PT, DPT, OCS:
Owner and lead physical therapist at Heafner Health, cash-based physical therapy in Boulder, CO. Areas of expertise include orthopedic and manual therapy, functional movement, pain science, and movement science.
Brief Bio:
In May 2013, I earned my Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Saint Louis University. After graduating from the Harris Health Systems Orthopedic Residency in October 2014, I moved to Boulder, CO. Since living in Boulder, I have started my own cash-based PT practice, earned my OCS certification, and teach for the OPTIM Fellowship and COMT program in Houston TX and Scottsdale, AZ.
Owner and lead physical therapist at Heafner Health, cash-based physical therapy in Boulder, CO. Areas of expertise include orthopedic and manual therapy, functional movement, pain science, and movement science.
Brief Bio:
In May 2013, I earned my Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Saint Louis University. After graduating from the Harris Health Systems Orthopedic Residency in October 2014, I moved to Boulder, CO. Since living in Boulder, I have started my own cash-based PT practice, earned my OCS certification, and teach for the OPTIM Fellowship and COMT program in Houston TX and Scottsdale, AZ.
Chris Fox PT, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT:
Orthopaedic Specialist at at Foothills Physical Therapy in Eagle, ID.
Brief Bio:
In May 2013, I earned my Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Saint Louis University. Completed Scottsdale Healthcare's Orthopaedic Residency (now Honor Health) in July 2014. I became a Board Certified Orthopaedic Specialist (OCS) in 2015. Currently enrolled in Optim Manual Therapy Fellowhip. Level I Expert in FMS and SFMA , Kinetacore FDN Level 1 certification, and IASTM Technique course completion. In 2014-2017 I practiced at Foothills Sports Medicine in Scottsdale, AZ and served as faculty and mentor for Foothills Sports Medicine's Orthopaedic Residency. During that time I also served as adjunct faculty for Northern Arizona University's Phoenix Campus DPT program. Currently, I practice at Foothills Physical Therapy in Eagle, ID and serve as faculty for Optim Manual Therapy's COMT Program, of which I have completed my Manual Therapy Fellowship. I serve as the Program Coordinator, Faculty and Mentor for the Orthopaedic Residency of Foothills Physical Therapy.
Orthopaedic Specialist at at Foothills Physical Therapy in Eagle, ID.
Brief Bio:
In May 2013, I earned my Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Saint Louis University. Completed Scottsdale Healthcare's Orthopaedic Residency (now Honor Health) in July 2014. I became a Board Certified Orthopaedic Specialist (OCS) in 2015. Currently enrolled in Optim Manual Therapy Fellowhip. Level I Expert in FMS and SFMA , Kinetacore FDN Level 1 certification, and IASTM Technique course completion. In 2014-2017 I practiced at Foothills Sports Medicine in Scottsdale, AZ and served as faculty and mentor for Foothills Sports Medicine's Orthopaedic Residency. During that time I also served as adjunct faculty for Northern Arizona University's Phoenix Campus DPT program. Currently, I practice at Foothills Physical Therapy in Eagle, ID and serve as faculty for Optim Manual Therapy's COMT Program, of which I have completed my Manual Therapy Fellowship. I serve as the Program Coordinator, Faculty and Mentor for the Orthopaedic Residency of Foothills Physical Therapy.
Brian Schwabe PT, DPT, SCS, CSCS (Los Angeles, CA)
Board Certified Sports Clinical Specialist in Physical Therapy
Irvine Orthopedic Sports Therapy
Brief Bio:
Board Certified Sports Physio
Registered International Sports Physio
Certified Orthopedic Manual Therapist
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
A graduate of Saint Louis University and USC's Sports Residency, my foundation lies in sports physical therapy. I have been a board certified sports physio since 2015 and have experience working with youth, high school, collegiate, and professional athletes from the NBA, NFL, UFC, MLB, WNBA, and MLS. Additionally, each year I cover numerous sporting events that have included NFL Players Association games, NBA pre-draft workouts, the DREW League, WNBA games, AVP beach volleyball, Dew Tour, ESPN sports science show, and working on-set for TV shows at major studios.
My passion lies in all things sports physical therapy and performance. With that passion I have been hired as a consultant to create over 200 IG stories, over 200 FB LIVES, and 3 fitness studio shoots for various health & fitness companies. Additionally, I partnered with a fitness company to create a fitness mobility e-book which has sold over 1,000 copies. In addition to partnering with fitness companies, my entrepreneurial nature led me to pursue on-going consulting with gymnastics gyms and AAU basketball clubs for over 2 years. I've been a Director of Performance & Training for an LA based physical therapy clinic, Lead Physical Therapist for another, and currently am the Lead Sports Physical Therapist for a highly specialized sports performance center in Irvine, CA working side by side each day with four strength and conditioning specialists.
My mission is to provide quality sports physical therapy, performance, and entrepreneurial content for sports medicine professionals. To that mission I have created multiple courses, lectured at DPT universities, and regularly contribute to magazine and online publications. I enjoy teaching and working with high level athletes.
Feel free to reach out to my email or on social media with any questions or inquiries!
Board Certified Sports Clinical Specialist in Physical Therapy
Irvine Orthopedic Sports Therapy
Brief Bio:
Board Certified Sports Physio
Registered International Sports Physio
Certified Orthopedic Manual Therapist
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
A graduate of Saint Louis University and USC's Sports Residency, my foundation lies in sports physical therapy. I have been a board certified sports physio since 2015 and have experience working with youth, high school, collegiate, and professional athletes from the NBA, NFL, UFC, MLB, WNBA, and MLS. Additionally, each year I cover numerous sporting events that have included NFL Players Association games, NBA pre-draft workouts, the DREW League, WNBA games, AVP beach volleyball, Dew Tour, ESPN sports science show, and working on-set for TV shows at major studios.
My passion lies in all things sports physical therapy and performance. With that passion I have been hired as a consultant to create over 200 IG stories, over 200 FB LIVES, and 3 fitness studio shoots for various health & fitness companies. Additionally, I partnered with a fitness company to create a fitness mobility e-book which has sold over 1,000 copies. In addition to partnering with fitness companies, my entrepreneurial nature led me to pursue on-going consulting with gymnastics gyms and AAU basketball clubs for over 2 years. I've been a Director of Performance & Training for an LA based physical therapy clinic, Lead Physical Therapist for another, and currently am the Lead Sports Physical Therapist for a highly specialized sports performance center in Irvine, CA working side by side each day with four strength and conditioning specialists.
My mission is to provide quality sports physical therapy, performance, and entrepreneurial content for sports medicine professionals. To that mission I have created multiple courses, lectured at DPT universities, and regularly contribute to magazine and online publications. I enjoy teaching and working with high level athletes.
Feel free to reach out to my email or on social media with any questions or inquiries!
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Disclaimer:
This website, text, images, videos(including special tests and exercise of week), and other materials have been provided as general information for exercise and rehabilitation and are intended for educational purposes. Any individual beginning mentioned, or beginning any other exercise program, should first consult with a qualified health professional. Discontinue any exercise that causes discomfort and/or dysfunction and consult with a qualified medical professional. Consult with a physician prior to starting any rehabilitation or exercise program. This website does not contain medical advice. The instructions and advice presented are not a substitute for professional testing, instruction, or training. The creators, producers, and distributors of website disclaim any liabilities or loss, personal or otherwise, in connection with the exercises and advice herein.
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