Physical therapy with emphasis in: Orthopedics, Sports Medicine, Athletic Therapy
Laura Culp Elliott PT, DPT, PPSC
Laura Culp Elliott PT, DPT, PPSC
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Specialty
Physical Therapy
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Location
Wasilla
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Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy (2003)
University of Central Arkansas
Conway, Arkansas
About
Laura Culp Elliott holds a doctorate in physical therapy and brings over two decades of experience helping patients achieve their goals. She's worked with patients of all ages and abilities, including young competitors, weekend warriors, Olympic hopefuls, professional athletes, and relishes helping our Veterans and First Responders.
A lifelong learner, Dr. Elliott strives to expand her knowledge and skillsets to better help her clients pre- and post operatively, bringing advanced techniques to care. As a former multi-sport competitive athlete, Dr. Elliott has first-hand experience dealing with serious injuries. She uses her knowledge and personal experience to better understand her clients' journey and help them succeed in achieving their goals.
When not in the clinic or the classroom, you will find her hiking with her husband and dogs, swimming in the local lakes, or planning her next adventure trip in the UK.
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SPECIAL INTERESTS
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ADDITIONAL EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts, Biology; Psychology Minor (1999)
Lyon College
Batesville, Arkansas -
LICENSURE & CERTIFICATIONS
- State of Alaska Licensed Physical Therapy Provider
- Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers / American Red Cross
- Emergency Medical Response / American Red Cross
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CONTINUING EDUCATION
- Pain-Free Performance Specialist Certification
- HealthPro Advantage: Anti-Doping Education for the Health Professional
- Safe Sport Trained
- EIM: Emergency Medical Response for the Sports Venue
- Emergency Medical Response & Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers
- Postural Restoration Institute: Myokinematic Restoration
- EIM: Sports Physical Therapy Competencies
- ACEI: Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization Technique
- ADNI/SDN: Systemic Dry Needling for Sport Performance
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Fascial Counterstrain: FCS FI, FCS LV1, FCS LV2, FCS MSK-SL, FCS MSK-P, FCS MSK-C, FCS AR
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PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
- Alaska Physical Therapy Association
- American Physical Therapy Association
- APTA Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Section Member
- APTA Sports Physical Therapy Section Member
- APTA Women’s Health Section Member
- National Association of Sports Medicine
- International Youth Conditioning Association
- USA Rugby, Alaska Rugby Union
- USA Track & Field
- United States Equestrian Federation
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PRESENTATIONS
- Bio-Medical Dry Needling, Combining the Art of Eastern Medicine with the Science of Western Medicine.
- Concussions, Pre-Screening, Post-Screening, and Recovery Implications for Athletes and Families
- Joint Replacements and Post-Surgical Expectations
- Functional Movement Screen
- Athlete Injuries, the Benefits of Not Accelerating Recovery
- Office Ergonomics
- PRs through Strength Training (for Runners and Triathletes)
- Tai Chi: Slow Down so you can Speed Up
- The Importance of Breathing (Diaphragmatic Influence on Stabilization and Strength Progressions)
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ALASKA VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
- Peaker Red Shirts
- USA Rugby- Alaska Rugby Union
- Chugiak Soccer Club
- Alaska Lady Hammers
- Bluegrass Equestrian Center
- Alaska Herding Group Club
- OPTA Group: Animal Physical Therapy
- Alaska Triathlon Club
- Alaska Equine Rescue
- Alaska Lure Coursing Club
Questions?
The OPA team includes Alaska’s leading specialists and offers some of the latest, most advanced treatment procedures available today.
OPA treats a wide variety of conditions and offers comprehensive treatment options — including many non-surgical solutions, minimally invasive arthroscopies (repairs), and total joint replacement.