Success Story: Soccer Player ACL Reconstruction Recovery!
Introducing Devin Miller-Priddy…lifelong soccer aficionado! Growing up in Switzerland, Devin began playing soccer at age 5. He competed with local town/school teams all throughout his youth. After moving to the USA, he played in the USASL League but found his true passion as a referee. In 2017, Devin had torn his ACL and completed 3 months of physical therapy before being discharged from the facility. Left without any direction, confidence, education or proper strength to return to soccer, he was introduced to Dr Ross Levine.
Devin Miller-Priddy (far right) with MLS Referee of the Year Alan Kelly (second from right)
“As a soccer player, I had experienced decades of PT. The exercises always seemed to repeat themselves and I never thought of them as varied or dynamic. Ross’ individualized training plan, attention to detail and strong care for the patient is what sets him apart from others. Right from the start, Ross was completely understanding of my specific needs”.
The next Summer unfortunately, the cadaver graft which was used in his initial surgery had failed, resulting in a secondary procedure. After consulting with a different surgeon, it was determined that he would utilize a patellar tendon graft.
“Within several weeks, I was going through a full range of exercises I had never done before. I felt in good hands and this gave me a lot of confidence from the beginning. In Summer 2019, I had graduated from physical therapy but wanted to continue and improve upon my dynamic cardio and strength training. Ross recommended I utilize the Strength & Conditioning facility where Restore Physical Therapy is located. Once I checked out Olympia Fitness + Performance, I knew this was where I needed to be”.
Devin Miller-Priddy (far right) in-game
With the guidance of the staff at Olympia and continuous consulting with Dr Ross Levine, Devin has improved his statistics across the board. His speed, strength, cutting ability and endurance have all sky-rocketed since his initial assessment. Devin reports feeling more confident than ever to return to refereeing and playing soccer.
“My deepest gratitude goes out to everyone who made my rehabilitation possible at Restore Physical Therapy and Olympia Fitness + Performance”.
If you have suffered from an ACL injury, are waiting to undergo ACL reconstruction surgery or have completed your physical therapy rehabilitation, contact Restore Physical Therapy & Olympia Fitness + Performance for all of your recovery needs.
Our new ACL Success Program will work with clients anywhere from the date of surgery, all the way up to return-to-sport and beyond! Our complete team includes the best surgeons in the region, EIM Sports Certified Doctor’s of Physical Therapy and CSCS Certified Strength & Conditioning Coaches. We will consistently work together, with the rehabilitation team all under one roof, making your job as simple as showing up and working hard!
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