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Mike Branzel

Doctor of Physical Therapy
SSOL Schroth (P1) Physical Therapist
Cert. Dry Needling
Cert. Myofascial Decompression

Since 2009, Mike has enjoyed helping a diverse range of clients as a manual physical therapist. He works with individuals of various athletic abilities and ages, addressing conditions such as spine issues and scoliosis.

He is certified in Schroth Physiotherapeutic Scoliosis Specific Exercise, Trigger Point Dry Needling, and Myofascial Decompression. Mike has extensive training and practice as a manual therapist and also enjoys treating vestibular disorders.

Mike also has experience working with D-1 athletes across various sports, including football, men’s and women’s gymnastics, rugby, softball, and women’s crew, and spent years on staff at UC Berkeley's training room and health center.

Owner True Physiotherapy, LLC

SSOL Schroth (P1) Certification - SSOL with Lise Stolze, MPT, DSc in Denver, CO

Trigger Point Dry Needling Certification -Cert. DN American Academy of Manipulative Therapy

Myofasical Decompression Certification - Integrated Movement Health

Doctor of Physical Therapy - Samuel Merritt University - 2009

Kaiser Vallejo PNF Physical Therapy Residency - 2009

Bachelor of Science Human Biology - Exercise Science Minor, University of California Davis - 2004