Erasto “Russ” Valle PT, MPT, OCS, COMT
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How Long Does Achilles Tendonitis Take To Heal?
Are you a fitness enthusiast or a dedicated athlete who has suddenly been sidelined by a nagging, persistent pain in your calf and ankle? That sharp or aching sensation that flares up during or after activity could be the result of Achilles tendonitis. The Achilles...
Soccer Injuries to Avoid This Fall Season
We’ve all seen soccer players sidelined by common but painful injuries like ankle sprains, knee ligament tears, and muscle strains. The combination of running, sudden stops, quick cuts, and potential physical contact makes the body, particularly the lower extremities,...
How Long Does a Spinal Injury Take to Heal?
Spinal cord injuries are among the most serious and life-altering injuries a person can sustain. The spinal cord, a complex bundle of nerves, is the primary pathway for communication between the brain and the rest of the body. When it’s damaged, a patient could be...
SPECIALTIES
Russ received his Masters in Physical Therapy from Florida International University in 2002. In 2010 he completed his certification as Certified Orthopaedic Manual Therapy (COMT) in Maitland technique. He is board certified as an orthopedic specialist (OCS) through the American Physical Therapy Association. He has practiced orthopedic manual and sports physical therapy with an emphasis on injury management and orthopaedics for the spine and extremities.
Russ’s approach to treatment is to use movement and palpation to analyze muscle imbalances and find the root cause of the problem and return the patient back to their highest level of function using various manual therapy techniques and specific functional exercises.