Hi, I’m Lauren.
Lauren is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and former collegiate and professional volleyball player. She believes movement to be one of the greatest gifts we have and that we should be able to move not only without pain, but with strength, confidence, and ease.
The Lifelong Athlete approach views the human body in a holistic and whole-body way. My goal is not just to get you back to everyday life but the life you want to live.
I Work With:
Overhead Athletes
High School, College, and Post-College Athletes
Female Athletes
Yogis
Active Adult
Specialties:
Volleyball related injuries
Shoulder Injuries / Scapular Dysfunction
Late-Stage ACL and other knee surgeries
Return-to-sport transitions
Long term injuries/pains that have “failed” traditional PT
As a Physical Therapist…
I've worked with athletes of all ages, levels, and goals. I get so much joy in watching someone reconnect with their body. My approach is collaborative. I value working closely with clients to help roadmap a way to better movement and performance and understand the “why” behind pain.
As a Volleyball Player…
I understand both the physical demands of sport and the emotional challenges that accompany injury. Volleyball is more than just exercise. It's part of my identity, my community, my goals, and has been a huge part of my life for 15 years.
Volleyball keeps me asking myself: What can I do to be a better player, teammate, and healthier athlete tomorrow?
As a Lifelong Athlete…
Success goes beyond the physical body. Fueling, sleep habits, recovery techniques, and mindset are just as important - if not more.
Growing up, “Your body is a machine” was a phrase I often heard my dad say. What he meant was simple, take care of your body like you might a car: give it proper fuel, perform maintenance, and pay attention to when something doesn’t feel right.
“I created The Lifelong Athlete because I saw a gap between traditional physical therapy and the demands of being an athlete.”
Education & Expertise
Doctor of Physical Therapy
University of Massachusetts Lowell, 2020
Licensed Physical Therapist
Massachusetts
Pelvis Pro Certified
Core Exercise Solutions
Former Collegiate & Professional Volleyball Player
TRSE, Second Division of Hungary
Assistant Volleyball Coach
Endicott College Women’s Volleyball
Clinical Focus
Sports Rehabilitation · Volleyball · ACL Rehabilitation · Knee Health · Overhead Athletes · Return to Sport · Strength & Conditioning
Curious if The Lifelong Athlete is right for you?