Dr. Kristina Kam, PT, DPT, XPS EMR
Summary
Highly skilled Sports Physical Therapist who combines clinical expertise with a deep understanding of athletic performance. Utilizes thorough evaluations to identify musculoskeletal pathologies and curates individualized plans of care that is tailored to the athlete. Incorporates advanced techniques in manual therapy and therapeutic exercise to assist athletes through the spectrum of acute, mid/late-stage rehabilitation, and return to sport.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner, Sports Physio, Performance Coach
Relentless Hawaii Physical Therapy
05.2022 - Current
- Founded Relentless Hawaii Physical Therapy & Sports Performance to tailor patient-centered 1:1 care to athletic and active populations.
- Manages and oversees all marketing, networking/outreach, scheduling, clinical treatment, programming, finances, and event/workshop planning.
- Expertise in Sports Medicine-has a strong foundation in sports medicine, including knowledge of sports injuries, biomechanics, and performance enhancement techniques, is essential for providing effective treatment to athletes.
- Maintains an in-depth understanding of athletic performance to design specialized treatment plans and performance optimization strategies tailored to individual athletes.
- Builds rapport with athletes, coaches, parents by exercising open communication and interpersonal skills. Able to motivate and inspire athletes throughout their rehabilitation journey via first hand experience of being a former D1 athlete.
- Committed to continuous learning: stays up-to-date with the latest advancements in sports medicine and physical therapy techniques through ongoing education and professional development to ensure the highest level of care to clients.
Sports Physical Therapist, Performance Coach
Quantum Performance
01.2023 - Current
- Evaluates and treats musculoskeletal pathologies from youth to professional athletes of various sports.
- Curates individually-designed treatment plans to restore, maintain, and improve functional capacity to prepare the athlete for the demands of their sports.
- Develops strong relationships with clients, establishing trust and rapport to facilitate successful therapy outcomes.
- Utilizes advanced techniques in manual therapy and therapeutic exercises to encourage evidence-based practices in treatment approaches, staying current with industry research, and best practices.
- Concierge and on-court services for elite athletes.
- Provides remote programming/asynchronous exercise prescription to establish continuity of care.
Lead Sports Physical Therapist, Performance Coach
Spark Phyzio & Sports Performance
03.2022 - 12.2022
- Clinical Expertise: lead physical therapist that possessed a high level of clinical expertise and proficiency in assessing, identifying, and treating a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions. Exercised best-practices measures to ensure that clients received high-quality care that meets professional standards.
- Effectively lead and oversaw staff to coordinate and manage the clinical team, set expectations, and fostered a positive work environment.
- Evaluated and treated musculoskeletal pathologies by prioritizing the needs and preferences of patients from all walks of life.
- Initiated leads, networking & outreach, social media content creation, marketing strategies, workshops, and documentation.
Senior Volleyball Coach
Raki Volleyball
01.2022 - 07.2022
- Provided guidance and mentorship to volleyball athletes to help reach full potential.
- Collaborated with fellow coaches to share best practices, leading to overall program improvement.
- Established a supportive environment that encouraged growth, accountability, sportsmanship among players.
- Created positive and encouraging environment to motivate athletes to give best efforts.
- Worked individually with players when struggling to enhancer confidence and strengthen court skills.
- Enhanced athletes'' skills through targeted drills, strength training, and individualized coaching.
- Motivated athletes to continually improve their skills both on and off the court, resulting in increased success at competitive events.
- Ensured athlete safety during practices and competitions by following proper protocols and guidelines.
- Prepared athletes for special competitions and tournaments.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
- Offered constructive feedback to clients to help reach goals.
Education
Doctorate - Physical Therapy
West Coast University
Los Angeles, CA08.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
University of Hawaii
Honolulu, HI12.2015
High School Diploma -
Punahou High School
Honolulu, HI06.2009
Skills
- Sports Physical Therapist
- Performance Coach
- Indoor and Beach Volleyball Consultant
- Acute Pain & Injury
- Orthopedic/Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation
- Post-operative Rehabilitation
- Return to Sport Rehabilitation
- Movement Optimization
- Recovery
- Remote Programming
Certification
- Doctor of Physical Therapy
- EXOS Performance Specialist (XPS)
- Emergency Medical Responder (EMR)
- Certified Provider-Blood Flow Restriction (BFR)
- Certified Provider-Stick Mobility Level 1
Timeline
Sports Physical Therapist, Performance Coach
Quantum Performance
01.2023 - Current
Owner, Sports Physio, Performance Coach
Relentless Hawaii Physical Therapy
05.2022 - Current
Lead Sports Physical Therapist, Performance Coach
Spark Phyzio & Sports Performance
03.2022 - 12.2022
Senior Volleyball Coach
Raki Volleyball
01.2022 - 07.2022
Doctorate - Physical Therapy
West Coast University
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
University of Hawaii
High School Diploma -
Punahou High School
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