10/16/2026
October is National Physical Therapy Month!
Grateful for a profession that allows me to combine my love for pickleball with my passion for helping people improve their health and performance.
One of the best parts of this journey has been the people I’ve met and the opportunity to work with players of all levels, from recreational players to professional athletes. I’m especially grateful for the trust these players place in me to help them achieve their goals.
In recognition of National Physical Therapy Month, I wanted to share a little more about what we do.
As Doctors of Physical Therapy, we undergo extensive education and clinical training in anatomy, biomechanics, physiology, and the evaluation and treatment of musculoskeletal and neuromuscular conditions.
Our role goes well beyond treating pain and rehabilitating injuries.
Physical therapists are also trained to identify physical limitations, improve strength and mobility, develop individualized training programs, and support long-term health and physical function.
As a physical therapist specializing in pickleball, this background gives me a unique perspective on the game, particularly when it comes to understanding its physical demands.
From the positions players need to get into, to the mobility, strength, and control required to perform them, these are all things I evaluate and address in my work with players.
Manual therapy is another important part of our skill set that I often incorporate to help restore mobility and function, alongside exercise and training to build the physical capacity needed for the court.
It’s this combination of clinical knowledge, hands-on treatment, rehabilitation, and performance training that makes physical therapy such a valuable profession.
Happy National Physical Therapy Month to all my fellow PTs!
