Sports Medicine Institute

At SMI, we strive to help all of our clients perform the sports and activities they love efficiently and effectively without pain and dysfunction. Flexibility, strength and nutrition are all important pieces of the puzzle, but in the fast paced, type-A mindset of Silicon Valley, one key aspect can often times be lacking: RECOVERY!

Personal Training at SMI focuses on two key components: core strength and functional exercises. Your "core" is a complex series of muscles that includes your abdominals, low back, pelvic floor, and hips. It is the foundation for all of your body's movements. Anytime you swing a tennis racquet, bend down to pick something up or throw a ball you have to use your core.

ART is a patented, state of the art soft tissue system/movement based massage technique that treats problems with muscles, tendons, ligaments, fascia and nerves. Headaches, back pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, shin splints, shoulder pain, sciatica, plantar fasciitis, knee problems, and tennis elbow are just a few of the many conditions that can be resolved quickly and permanently with ART.

We at SMI have found that the foam roller should be an integral part of every athlete's daily routine. Regular use of the roller can be beneficial for enhancing performance, preventing injuries, and expediting injury recovery. Stretching and strengthening exercises to help correct imbalances which can develop among different muscle groups.

SMI is a public benefit nonprofit corporation dedicated to the prevention and treatment of overuse injuries, optimization of human function and enhancement of athletic performance. Through education, research and clinical services we help active individuals and athletes of all abilities maximize their potential and function at the highest level possible.