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KIRSTEN TRAPP DPT Physical Therapist

Dr. Kirsten Trapp is our newest physical therapist at Athletic Advantage. She specializes in spinal evaluation and treatmentandholdssevenmanual therapy certifications.Sheutilizes triggerpointdry needling along with manual skills and therapeutic exercises to optimize patient outcomes and reduce pain. Dr. Trapp is a

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member of the American Physical Therapy Association and is an advocate for the#choosePTmovementwhichemphasizes theuseofphysical therapy over opioid usage whenever possible. Born and raised in Plano, Texas, Dr. Trapp received her Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology from Sam Houston State University in 2014. After receiving her bachelor’s degree, she worked as a member of the Athletic Advantage team for two years before attending graduate school. She furthered her education at The University of St. Augustine in Austin, Texas to become a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) in 2018. Kirsten grew up dancing, both competing as part of a junior company and in her high school dance teams. Throughout her undergraduate career, Kirsten competed as a member of the Orange Pride Dance Team, winning three National Championships with the National Dance Alliance (NDA) in Daytona, Florida. Dancing, a desire to help others, and an interest in the biomechanics and etiology of musculoskeletal dysfunctions are what drove her to become a physical therapist. “Providing quality care through a strong patient, therapist relationship is of the utmost importance in my practice. I take the responsibility of guiding my patients through the journey of improving their mobility and functional capacity very seriously. I want to help my patients lead a more active lifestyle. I utilize the most up to date evidence-based approach to evaluate and treat inorder toaddressandprevent further injury foreach individual.”

“I came to Athletic Advantage with a chronic knee injury I had dealt with for many years that was on the verge of ending my professional ballet career. I had seen

numerous doctors and specialists throughout the country, and none were able to give me a proper diagnosis. On just my first visit with Dr. Johnson he was able to accurately identify the root cause of my injury and begin treatment. He clearly understood ballet and how a dancer’s body works differently from other athletes. His attention to treating the entire body and not just one affected area has made

me a stronger dancer than ever before.” - M. B. Image by Sharen Bradford (Avant Chamber Ballet)

Is arthritis pain keeping you from the life you love? Know a friend or family member who is also suffering? Come to our Free Arthritis Workshop to learn tips and tricks that you can use to find relief and overcome your pain. Call us today at (214) 383-0623 to register now! First three who call and sign up will WIN a free lacrosse ball, a great tool helpful in increasing mobility, loosening muscles, and reaching trigger points. REGISTER FOR OUR FREE ARTHRITIS WORKSHOP MAY 9TH, 7-8PM AT THE CLINIC

Key Specialties & Certifications • Spinal Evaluation & Manipulation

• Upper Extremity Evaluation & Manipulation • Lower Extremity Evaluation & Manipulation • Myofascial Manipulation • Advanced Lumbar & Thoracic Spine • Advanced Cervical & Upper Thoracic • Functional Analysis-Pelvic & Hip

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