PHYSICAL THERAPY

Provided by Doctors of Physical Therapy, our clinicians construct programming taken from various sports medicine disciplines to offer first class care. Our purpose is to help you recover at the most efficient rate, whether it be from an acute to a chronic injury.

We believe in approaching each client in a holistic way- considering rest, activity, and the actual cause of the dysfunction to cater rehabilitation programming specifically towards you. Our purpose is for you to return to sport and life stronger, pain free, and more efficient than before.

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TRAINING

We use tried-and-true strength training methodology, out-of-the-box mobility strategies, effective soft tissue reconditioning, and neuronal repatterning exercises to facilitate positive change. Our Doctors of Physical Therapy, who are also Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialists, prioritize avoiding injury, tune in to our clients’ personal goals, identify strategies to help them achieve success, and guide them to positive physical, mental, and behavioral changes.

It’s our mission to help you achieve more than you thought possible. We use one-on-one strength training, guidance and recovery to make a customized plan for each client.

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CORPORATE WELLNESS

Old Bull Athletics is proud to collaborate with businesses in the south Florida area. Our corporate wellness mission is to help employees and executives achieve an optimal balance between career, self care and life duties. Our programs are custom-tailored to fit the needs of your business and it’s culture in the following areas:

  • Program Creation/Redesign
  • Retreats and Team-Building 
  • Recovery Strategies
  • Various Training Platforms
  • The Best in the Industry
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STRENGTH IS A SKILL.

One-On-One Physical Therapy and Personal Training in Coral Gables and Pinecrest

Mission:

Old Bull Athletics specializes in providing a new experience of physical therapy – one that promotes education, compassion, and using strength and movement as ways to prevent, heal, and come back better than ever after injury. We strive to create an atmosphere that shows people their bodies are resilient and meant to withstand, not break down. We dispel myths of health, wellness, pain, and injury, and empower patients with our highly individualized, strength-focused, patient-centric care. We equip patients with the tools to move better, feel better, and understand their bodies better. We offer the full spectrum of physical therapy: sport- and activity-specific movement assessments, injury prevention, injury rehabilitation, and return to sport/performance coaching. We specialize in meeting patients where they are, and helping them achieve more than they ever thought possible. Blending the worlds of physical therapy and strength and performance training, we offer the complete picture of health and wellness.

 

Vision:

Old Bull’s vision is to completely disrupt the reactive, medicine-based, non-patient-specific healthcare system that currently exists. It is our goal to change the perspective of physical therapy and show the South Florida community what our expertise can mean for them in terms of decreasing pain, decreasing injury risk, rehabilitating injury faster and smarter, and bridging the gap between rehab and performance.

 

How We’re Different:

Our personalized approach is far removed from the traditional physical therapy approach. We go the extra mile, treating every patient as the unique individual they are. We’re constantly being told, “I didn’t know THIS was what physical therapy is.” 

  • Completely one-on-one
  • Highly individualized
  • Faster results due to increased time spent one-on-one
  • No techs or aides, only Doctors of Physical Therapy
  • No cookie-cutter rehab plans/protocols
  • Patient-centric (we take stress, work, lifestyle, nutrition, recovery, and movement into consideration to see you as a whole)
  • Movement expertise to prioritize strength and resiliency
  • No use of passive modalities (heat, ice, e-stim, ultrasound, laser, etc.) and minimal time spent on treatment table
  • Transition of physical therapy to performance/training
  • Full spectrum of wellness: Injury prevention, strength and conditioning, personal training, injury rehabilitation, return to sport and/or activity, performance coaching.
  • Education-based sessions so patients understand their pain/injury/goals
  • Proud to work for our patients and not an insurance company

 

Interested in booking a session? Contact us today by phone or email.

 

Coral Gables Location

169 Majorca Ave, Coral Gables, Florida 33134

786-615-3583

Pinecrest Location

8185 SW 117th St Pinecrest, FL 33156

786-815-3144

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Frankie Telfort

Frankie Telfort

Owner | Personal Trainer

“Whatever you believe you can or can’t do, you are undoubtedly correct."

Frankie specializes in functional, compound, and whole body integrative movement; speed, agility, and quickness training; high intensity core and circuit training; strength, balance, and stability. He holds certifications with StrongFirst Kettlebells Level 1 and 2, Institute of Motion Mentorship 1 and 2, Precision Nutrition, VIPR, and FMS as well as Pre/Post natal training.

As a coach, Frankie continues to assist young student-athletes as the Defensive Coordinator for Gulliver Preparatory High School, where he serves as a mentor and helps prepare student-athletes for a successful career in collegiate athletics.

Katie Dabrowski

Katie Dabrowski

Head Physical Therapist

Katie is passionate about bridging the gap between strength training, injury rehabilitation, and performance to optimize patient outcomes. Her background is in neuroscience and after working in the research world, she earned her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of Miami in 2019. Katie knew she wanted to change the perception of physical therapy and provide a truly individualized, one-on-one, exceptional level of care to create lasting relationships and trust with each patient. Her focus lies in blending principles of neuroscience, strength and movement, and pain reduction for people of all backgrounds. She works with all patient populations, and in particular works often with strength athletes (CrossFit, Olympic lifting, power lifting), personal trainers and coaches, endurance athletes, and individuals with exercise-induced migraines. With a background in collegiate rowing and over 15 years of her own focused strength training, she is adamant about practicing what she preaches.

Hannah Sadowsky

Hannah Sadowsky

Physical Therapist | Gymnastics Specialist

Hannah is a licensed Doctor of Physical Therapy who received her degree from Florida International University in 2019. Hannah has joined Old Bull Athletics and Sports Medicine to provide one-on-one individualized therapeutic treatment programs that best fit each client’s rehabilitation and recovery needs. Hannah specializes in (enjoys treating) orthopedic conditions and returns to sport training of all ages. With over 10 years of experience coaching competitive gymnastics, Hannah loves to integrate flexibility, strengthening, balance and beginner to high level skill training into her physical therapy practice.

Colin Mermelstein

Colin Mermelstein

Personal Trainer

Growing up overweight and without confidence, Colin wholeheartedly believes in the transformative capabilities that we all possess. As a trainer, he relies on his lifetime of experience in health and wellness to bring about a plan of action that brings you closer to your goals, regardless of what they are! He specializes in strength development, boxing, athletic performance, mobility and injury prevention, among others. With expert knowledge in kettlebells, barbells, steel mace, and other modalities, he is guaranteed to teach you how to look and feel your best while also crushing your goals in a fun and creative format!

Timothy Alemi

Timothy Alemi

Physical Therapist | Sports Clinical Specialist

Tim earned a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of Miami in 2016. Since then, Tim has worked relentlessly to become a board-certified Sports Clinical Specialist after completing his Sports Residency at Adventist Health in Glendale, CA. Tim’s passion led him to complete a sports residency to gain more experience in the acute management and rehabilitation of athletes. Tim grew up as a multi-sport athlete from childhood through high school and has continued to train as an athlete since then. Over the past 10 years, he has worked with athletes of all ages as a youth baseball instructor, performance coach and sports physical therapist. Tim joined our team with a desire to blend rehab and performance training to help athletes bridge the gap to optimal performance/recovery. He specializes in movement assessment and functional training to allow for a highly individualized plan to return to competition better than ever. Tim is eager to share his expertise to enhance your performance and improve your resilience to prevent injuries in the future.

Caio Muharram

Caio Muharram

Physical Therapist

Caio graduated from the University of Colorado at Anschutz, earning his Doctorate of Physical Therapy in 2021. Throughout his youth and up until high school, Caio grew up as a multi-sport athlete, and still takes pride in striving to be the most well-rounded athlete possible. His passion for sport performance, rehabilitation, educating, and empowering others led him to Old Bull Athletics. Caio adopts a multi-focal, top to bottom approach to care, with a focus in functional movement screening, manual therapy techniques, and goal specific performance/rehabilitation training individualized to each patient.

Ryan Murphy

Ryan Murphy

Physical Therapist

Ryan received his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of Miami in 2020. Ryan has had a passion for health and wellness that began following a high school knee injury, where he originally discovered his love for physical therapy. Ryan emphasizes a continuum of wellness that begins with performance and the prevention of injury and spans the distance to rehabilitation following an injury. Creating a resilient and adaptable athlete is something that Ryan believes strongly in, and he emphasizes the ability to be strong and flexible in all planes of motion in order to maximize performance. Ryan has coached football and lacrosse at the youth and high school level, resulting in an acute understanding of the challenges that these athletes, and athletes in similar situations, will face on the playing field.

Any Hughes

Any Hughes

Physical Therapist | Pelvic Health Specialist

Any is a licensed Doctor of Physical Therapy, a Pelvic Health Specialist and a certified Kettlebell Coach. She earned her degree from the University of St. Augustine in 2020. Any has experience with treating orthopedic conditions and return to sport rehabilitation working with athletes of all ages and levels including high school, collegiate and professional as well as the active adult population. She also specializes in pelvic health, working with women who are pregnant, postpartum or who are experiencing any pelvic floor issues. Any is passionate about empowering her patients through education and movement in order for them to reach their goals and have a better understanding of how to navigate their symptoms. She believes in an integrated and personalized approach to rehab and incorporates her kettlebell expertise in her plan of care to optimize performance and recovery and ensure long term results.

Connor Nelson

Connor Nelson

Physical Therapist

Connor earned his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Massachusetts General Hospital’s Institute of Health Professions. As a collegiate athlete and strength coach, Connor developed a passion for learning and teaching others about the human body’s resilience and ability to adapt. He utilizes a strong background in strength & conditioning and sports performance along with principles of pain neuroscience to bring a well-rounded treatment approach that is tailored to each patient. After finishing his soccer career, Connor has continued to train and compete, primarily in barbell sports - CrossFit, Olympic Weightlifting, Powerlifting. He loves to work with these athletes, as well as anyone looking to become more active or return to the activities they love. Connor strives to provide the highest level of care to all patients through his coaching and education, empowering them to exceed their own expectations.

Andy Fortuna

Andy Fortuna

Athletic Trainer

Andy is a passionate professional dedicated to teaching everyday athletes how to overcome pain, unlock athletic performance, and develop mental and physical resilience. With a Masters of Science in Athletic Training from Florida International University in 2018 and a Masters of Science in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine from Acupuncture and Massage College in 2021. Andy combines his extensive knowledge and expertise in sports medicine, Traditional Chinese medicine, manual therapy, and strength training to facilitate the natural healing and power of the human body through individualized care and coaching.

He specializes in working with athletes who face sports injuries, mobility limitations, movement deficiencies, stress-induced pain, chronic fatigue, and anxiety. Drawing from his personal experience as a collegiate baseball athlete and over 8 years of focused human performance coaching and rehabilitation, Andy possesses a deep understanding of the physical and mental challenges athletes encounter.
Andy’s approach is centered around meeting athletes where they are and teaching them how truly capable they are while equipping them with the necessary tools to live a high-performance life. He believes in establishing lasting relationships and building trust with each athlete, understanding their unique needs, and customizing treatment plans accordingly. Andy leads by example, practicing what he preaches through his own training and performance regimen.

Andy is dedicated to optimizing athletes’ daily lives and performance, focusing on their holistic well-being. When he is not working with his athletes, he loves exploring the great outdoors with his wife, Ana, and daughters, Isla and Cleo.

Karen Cano

Karen Cano

Personal Trainer

Karen Cano is an experienced fitness professional who specializes in guiding clients beyond their goals with expert coaching, individualized programming, and thoughtful communication. Certified by NASM, PPSC and PN in a variety of disciplines, she leverages the highest education in the fitness field, her own beliefs and training experience to co-create each client’s journey. Karen specializes in creatively adapting the core training patterns and principles to each person she works with, ensuring they are successful every single session.

In addition to her fitness career, Karen earned her MBA and had a career in corporate America before deciding to pursue her passion of helping others reach their fitness goals. She takes pride in knowing the “real world” and finds joy in helping “real people” get real results, while having fun.

Manny Diaz

Manny Diaz

Personal Trainer | Gulliver Strength & Conditioning Coach

Manny has a passion for helping people of all ages and abilities reach their fitness goals. He specializes in developing youth athletes, rehabilitating clients with injuries, and helping people of all backgrounds establish sustainable, systematic approaches in order to meet their goals. Though his training is often already interactive with his clients, he always encourages them to have fun while pursuing their goals of building athleticism and better health.

One of the most rewarding aspects of his job is communicating to clients how being fit and healthy is a way of life, and by falling in love with the process, they can establish the autonomy to become their greatest selves. Movement is one of the most potent drugs when it comes to bridging the gap between quality of life (healthspan) and lifespan. The carryover of foundational fitness into our emotional health, professional well-being, community, and so many other facets of life is unignorable.

Manny is a graduate from Florida State University with a B.S. in Athletic Training. While at FSU, he was also a research assistant at the Institute of Sports Sciences and Medicine (ISSM), where he specialized in Sports Nutrition. After graduating, he obtained his Strength & Conditioning Cert. (CSCS), Personal Training Cert. (NSCA-CPT), Precision-Nutrition Cert. (PN.1), and more.

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