Farimang Touray, Jr., PT, DPT, CSCS

Farimang is a Physical therapist who specializes in sports rehabilitation and performance. He is passionate about helping athletes safely return to play, while optimizing movement quality, strength and overall performance.

Farimang takes an evidence based, individualized approach to care, combining clinical expertise with performance training principles to bridge the gap between rehabilitation and high-level athletic development. His areas of interest include injury reduction, return to sport progression and movement quality.

With a background as a competitive basketball player, Farimang understands the physical and mental demands of sport and strives to empower athletes with the tools and confidence needed to perform at their best. He is committed to creating a positive and supportive environment for patients and their families while promoting long-term health and performance.

Farimang is s Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist-National Strength and Conditioning Association.

Personal Statement

I am committed to providing high-quality, individualized care that helps each person move, feel and perform at their best. My approach combines evidence-based practice with principles of strength and conditioning to support a safe return to activity while building long term resilience.

I believe that care is most effective when it is collaborative. I strive to create an environment where patients and families feel heard, supported and confident throughout the rehabilitation process. My goal is not only to help patients recover from injury, but also to equip them with the knowledge and tools needed to take care of themselves and continue to progress.

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family, training, playing basketball and continuing to learn and grow within the fields of physical therapy and performance. I am passionate about working with people who are willing to develop both physically and mentally to reach their full potential.

Clinical Interests

Return to sport progression and testing, strength and conditioning integration in rehabilitation, overuse injuries in youth athletes

Education

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Research interests

Injury risk reduction in youth and adolescent athletes, return to play criteria and objective testing measures, movement quality and its impact on injury and performance

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