From Point A to Point Play
It is probably what I enjoy most about my profession. Working with individuals through a rehabilitation process that starts from the very beginning and is seen through to the very end. Sharing a passion for sports and performance with my players and clients takes us on the road to recovery together.
Working at CT Children’s Medical Center, I was part of a team that helped young athletes through some of the most trying times in their young careers. While working with Olympic level athletes in Shanghai and throughout China, I worked with a team of performance coaches, nutritionists, and therapist that kept the best in the world competing at the top of the game. As a member of the Portland Timbers and Thorns, I collaborate with a similar team to keep our players on the pitch and to optimize their performance.
Now, I want to bring this same passion to life with you. I look forward to finding ways that we can work together to take you to your next level. We may begin the journey at the time of an injury or you may be healthy and looking to push yourself a little further. Together, we can get there.
OVER THE PAST 13 YEARS, I HAVE WORKED WITH ALL AGE LEVELS AND ABILITY LEVELS
I HAVE DEVELOPED A CONTINUUM OF CARE BASED ON CURRENT SCIENCE AND INDIVIDUALIZED ACCORDING TO YOUR CURRENT LEVEL AND GOALS
UTILIZING THE SYSTEMS BELOW AS A FOUNDATION, WE WILL WORK TOGETHER TO ACHIEVE THOSE GOALS
FUNCTIONAL MOVEMENT SYSTEMS (FMS)
By looking at your movement patterns, we can learn where you may be functioning at a less than optimal level. The Functional Movement System (FMS) creates the foundation for the evaluation process. Of course, we will delve deeper into your issues to determine the best course of care, but the journey starts here.
Interested in the Functional Movement System?
LEARN MORE BY CLICKING THE LINKS BELOW AND SIGN UP FOR ONLINE COURSES
Functional Movement Screen Course
The principles of movement are implemented from the results we derive from the Functional Movement Screen, allowing us to make programming decisions with precision and purpose. Screen results provide valuable feedback throughout the training process to ensure we are meeting short and long-term movement goals for lifelong health and vitality.
Fundamental Capacity Screen Course
Creating durable performers in sport, work and recreation is the ultimate goal for coaches, trainers and healthcare professionals. The Fundamental Capacity Screen assesses four fundamental forms of movement energy expression and how they interact with each other and the individual’s environment to create the sustainable movement fitness and movement health we seek.
Breathing Assessment Course
Examine in deep detail functional and dysfunctional breathing. We introduce a breathing re-training exercise approach, grounded in the neurodevelopmental progression that can be applied in the fitness and rehabilitation settings.
Certified Functional Strength Coach (CFSC)
The ability to truly coach an athlete, properly demonstrate exercises and modify programming in real-time is what sets apart great coaches in the field. These skill are lost amongst many of the current certification models in the field of strength & conditioning.
“The Art of Coaching” is the ability to address situations as they occur in real time on the training floor. The CFSC provides the tools to do just that, and in doing so, sets itself apart from every other certification on the market.
LEARN MORE ABOUT BECOMING A CERTIFIED FUNCTIONAL STRENGTH COACH AND SIGN UP FOR A COURSE BY CLICKING THE LINK HERE
Matt holds Numerous Advanced Certifications in Rehabilitation and Strength & Conditioning
Strength & Conditioning
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialists® (CSCS®) are professionals who apply scientific knowledge to train athletes for the primary goal of improving athletic performance. They conduct sport-specific testing sessions, design and implement safe and effective strength training and conditioning programs and provide guidance regarding nutrition and injury prevention.
Sports PT Specialist
Clinical specialization in physical therapy responds to a specific area of patient need and requires knowledge, skill, and experience exceeding that of the physical therapist at entry to the profession and unique to the specialized area of practice.
The specialist certification program was established to provide formal recognition for physical therapists with advanced clinical knowledge, experience, and skills in a special area of practice and to assist consumers and the health care community in identifying these physical therapists.
CES and PES
Corrective Exercise Specialist certification and Performance Enhancement Specialist through the National Academy of Sports Medicine. The NASM-PES was developed as the sixth phase (Maximal Power) of the Optimum Performance Training® (OPT™) model. Performance Enhancement Specialist optimize the benefits of a performance programming built on evidence-based research, a systematic approach, integrated exercise programs, and more.
Certified Mulligan Practitioner (CMP)
The Mulligan Concept of manual therapy is a hands-on approach to musculoskeletal pain in the body’s bones, ligaments, muscles and tendons. The Mulligan Concept hypothesizes that applying an appropriate force to an affected joint while a patient moves in the direction of pain will eventually reduce pain and improve motion.
Certified Mulligan Practitioners (CMP) are therapists who have demonstrated a comprehensive knowledge base and clinical expertise in the Mulligan Concept, as recognized by the Mulligan Concept Teachers Association.
TPI Medical Professional
Unfortunately, injuries are not uncommon for avid golfers. Research suggests that over half of all serious golfers have had physical issues that impact the amount of golf they play. TPI’s Medical Professionals are able to navigate the complex world of golf-specific injuries and golf-specific rehabilitation. TPI Medical Practitioners are equipped to not only treat injuries, but reduce the likelihood of recurrence. The role of a qualified healthcare provider is critical to helping golfers maximize both performance and durability.
FMARC Diploma in Football Medicine
The FIFA Diploma in Football Medicine is a curriculum designed to help clinicians learn how to diagnose and manage common football-related injuries and illnesses.