Meet Your Doctors
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MD, DC, MS.ED. ATC, DACBSP, DACRB, ICSC
Dr. Christine Foss has a Master’s degree in Sports Medicine from Old Dominion University, a Doctorate in Chiropractic from New York Chiropractic College, and a Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Health Sciences. She is a Certified Athletic Trainer, a Diplomate of the American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians, a Diplomate of the American Chiropractic Rehabilitation Board, and an Internationally Certified Sports Chiropractor. She was named the 2020 American Chiropractic Association Sports Council Chiropractor of the Year and the 2023 Federation of International Sports Chiropractic Educator of the Year.
Author of the book “Dissecting Sports Injuries of the Hip”, which has recently been released by Springer Publishing.
Dr. Foss has had many experiences treating and rehabilitating athletes and non-athletes. She is the owner of Elite Sports Recovery Center in Bradenton, Florida. She worked in the Sports Medicine Department at the University of Notre Dame and volunteered at the Olympic Training Camps multiple times at different locations. She has worked at the World Games in Poland and Birmingham and the Bobsleigh World Championships. She additionally traveled with Team USA Track & Field as medical staff and has worked extensively with men’s and women’s gymnastics. She has additionally worked alongside prominent surgeons in caring for and rehabilitating athletic injuries.
Dr. Foss is an international lecturer on the topics of sports injury, assessment, treatment, and kinetic chain unwinding. Dr Foss finds particular interest in difficult cases and patients who have had little success with conventional care. She is currently the director and lead instructor of the Northeast Chiropractic College “Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician” program, and a Master Instructor for the Federation Internationale de Chiropractique du Sport and faculty at the Camera Institute of Chiropractic Science.
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Chiropractic Physician
Dr. Glenn Foss is the co-founder of Elite Sports Recovery, a state-of-the-art wellness center dedicated to helping athletes and individuals achieve peak performance and recovery. With over 25 years of experience, Dr. Foss specializes in advanced therapies for chronic pain management and rehabilitation, ensuring patients regain mobility and enhance their quality of life.
Dr. Foss’s expertise lies in treating conditions such as herniated discs, spinal stenosis, and advanced spinal diseases through lumbar and cervical decompression therapy. His patient-centered approach has helped countless individuals recover from injuries and return to their active lifestyles.
In addition to spinal care, Dr. Foss has a strong interest in managing chronic knee pain caused by advanced degenerative and arthritic conditions. With the addition of innovative technology, such as knee decompression therapy, patients may have the option to delay invasive procedures. He has also seen great success using dry needling to treat elbow pain, including golfer’s elbow, tennis elbow, pickleball injuries, and tendonitis, helping patients return to the activities they love with less pain and greater mobility.
Dr. Foss’s dedication to comprehensive care extends to his work in anti-aging medicine as the co-founder of Elite Anti-Aging. Recognizing the role of hormone imbalances, inflammation, and dietary factors in overall wellness, he has developed programs that integrate bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT), testosterone replacement, and personalized dietary guidance to help patients restore balance and achieve optimal health.
At Elite Sports Recovery, Dr. Foss is committed to delivering innovative, personalized care to help patients recover, perform, and thrive.
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Doctor of Physical Therapy, MS
Dr. Nick Parmenter has a Master’s degree in Medical Sciences from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine and a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from South College. He has 10 years of experience working in rehabilitation, coaching, teaching, and personal training. Dr. Nick specializes in a comprehensive approach to rehabilitation and wellness, providing individualized care while ensuring every treatment plan is meticulously tailored to each patient's unique needs and goals. With expertise in chronic pain management, Dr. Nick utilizes advanced techniques including neural pain mapping and modulation to allow true neoplastic changes with the goal of eliminating persistent pain and dysfunction.
Dedicated to improving quality of life, Dr. Nick specializes in comprehensive neurological rehabilitation. This includes meticulously designed programs for individuals recovering from acute stroke, focusing on early intervention to maximize initial recovery and facilitate a quicker return to foundational daily activities. He also provides extensive support for those managing chronic stroke deficits, working to unlock new pathways for motor control and mobility, even years after the initial event. Furthermore, Dr. Nick's expertise extends to brain injury, neurologic conditions, and various gait and balance disorders, empowering all patients to regain essential motor control and mobility. The ultimate goal is to help every individual maximize their independence, enabling them to confidently and fully re-engage with all aspects of their lives.
Dr. Nick provides specialized care for a comprehensive spectrum of musculoskeletal injuries, including those affecting the feet, ankles, knees, hips, elbows, wrists, hands, shoulders, and spine. He is a strong advocate for manual therapy, employing hands-on techniques to directly address dysfunction and facilitate optimal recovery. Beyond injury and pain, Dr. Nick is committed to a holistic approach to health. He offers guidance and support in weight loss management, emphasizing improved nutrition, enhanced overall well-being, and assisting patients in achieving their fitness and wellness goals.