Physical Therapy DR. JENNIFER RIVERA — PT, DPT Accelerated Rehab & Performance, Inc. ������������ ������ �������� �������� ������������������ ���������� �������������� ������ ���� problem. It is an indicator like the low fuel light on your car’s dashboard. If you only shut off the indicator, the original problem still exists with the setup for a greater problem. I look for the source so clients get better every day.” With the mantra “move well, move often, live well,” Dr. Rivera, the “movement doctor,” says that much of the chronic pain and restriction that people experience is rooted in bad habits, poor movement patterns, lack of knowledge of how to maintain good health and even trauma. During one-on-one sessions, Dr. Rivera uses “whole-istic” movement assessments to assess the source of the problem. Then, manual therapy, cold laser therapy, FDA-approved essential oils, and corrective exercises treat the problem. At Accelerated, the goal is complete healing. Dr. Rivera treats ailments such as chronic headaches and back issues, however, emphasizes movement assessment as “prehab” for the prevention of pain and injury. She educates her clientele on the importance of musculoskeletal maintenance, which “like our cars, our bodies require.” She urges parents to bring their children for a consultation, whether they are involved in athletics or not, so that good habits can be instilled early. “I can tell you with 99% certainty our younger generations are going to have back problems because of the way they sit and bend over mobile devic- ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ concurrently.” Dr. Rivera also accepts a limited number of training performance clients to ensure they get the most from their workouts. �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������- es incorrectly with poor movement and setting themselves up for greater future problems.” Dr. Rivera graduated from Clemson University with a bachelor’s degree in biology and earned her doctorate in physical therapy from the Medical University of South Carolina. She traveled as the “movement doc” for the Lion King National Tour and has worked with Eagle Fund, treating the elite of the American military, including Navy Seals. �������������������������������������������� for Physical Therapy in Polk County. Accelerated Rehab & Performance, Inc. 340 W. Highland Dr., Lakeland 863.430.3622 docjen.org facebook.com/acceleratedRP PolkDocTalk.com 55
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