When I walked into her office I could hear the classical music playing. I couldn’t help notice the care and detail that went into the decor of her studio. It was calming. Then a sharp pain struck my body as a grim reminder of why I was there.
I needed help. I was suffering from two stress fractures and nerve damage in my foot. Lucky for me, I was in the right place.
I’m not alone. Whether they are professional athletes, weekend warriors or couch potatoes, millions of Americans experience injuries at some point in their lives. Many health-care professionals devote their careers to healing the injured. Erica Gould stands out among them.
Gould is a seasoned Physical Therapist and owner of Studio Physical Therapy located in downtown San Carlos. With more than 24 years of experience, Erica utilizes manual therapy, specially designed exercises and equipment to rehabilitate and to help patients regain or improve their physical abilities.
“I have suffered with back pain for over seven years,” said Cindy Gallagher, patient of Studio Physical Therapy. “After working with Erica, my back pain is gone. She has compassion, intelligence and a real love for her work. She is a true healer and extremely educated on spinal problems,” explains Cindy.
With a Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy from Stanford University, Erica’s formal training began at St. Mary’s Medical Center. During her 15-year-tenure at St. Marys she specialized in orthopedics with a primary emphasis in treating patients with complex spinal problems.
“My training as a spine therapist has made me more detailed oriented with how I approach my patients and their injuries,” says Gould.
Her rehabilitation program includes utilizing the reformer, a pilates-based exercise machine, as well as state-of-the- art exercise equipment: elliptical trainer, upright bike, arm bike, treadmill, free weights, bosu and exercise balls.
“The key elements to physical therapy are reducing inflammation, stretching and strengthening,” says Gould. “If all these are done correctly a patient can recover more quickly,” adds Gould.
An individualized approach to each patient, a depth of knowledge and an understanding of injuries make Erica Gould a star among physical therapy professionals.
1 Comment
September 2, 2009 at 3:44 am
That is awesome! I am trying to become one, I am really excited about it!