Jim Lundy, DPT, CSCS, PES

Jim Lundy entered physical therapy after experiencing a low back injury in 1991. He did not require surgery, however, with time and rehab, recovered from the painful syndrome. His experience with that injury gave him the knowledge of what patients undergo and motivated him into the physical therapy field.

"I remember when I injured my back while lifting weights in college. I could not stand without pain. That's when I realized that a physical therapist must be understanding and compassionate to MY pain."

He has worked in a variety of physical therapy settings such as hospitals, rehab hospitals, nursing homes, retirement communities, patient's homes, and outpatient clinics. He has also been an assistant wrestling coach for three high schools as well as a personal trainer. He developed two physical therapy clinics within health clubs and training facilities as he feels that exercise and recovery are intricately related in a nurturing setting. Additionally, he is one of two therapists in California to belong to a international association of spine surgeons.

Dr. Lundy's professional interests include hip injuries, musician's injuries especially drummers tendinitis, and low back pain. His own low back injury led him to develop the BACK O.F.F. program which uses three simple rules to make you stronger and protect your back. He has taught these simple rules to variety of large and small companies, government agencies, and as well as other health care providers. He is passionate about the rules and back strengthening which further invigorates his personal research into better treatment methods. "I really enjoy teaching and giving people information which really can help them!"

Dr. Lundy's education in sports and hands-on therapy made him realize that working with a person one-on-one is the only way to effectively help someone. Therefore, he and his staff plan on individual sessions with patients in order to decrease pain and attain their goals. "Being one-on-one with people really allow me to focus on them, learn about their condition, and get results faster."

Dr. Lundy moved to Athletic Physical Therapy in 2002. He feels that the combination of hands-on and active patient exercise involvement at Athletic Physical Therapy is very effective for successful recovery. Also maintaining constant contact with the physician ensures a team approach with a patient's recovery. "People just get better with this combination of hands-on and active patient-centered treatment."

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