Kyle Sela

Kyle Sela

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Founder AVA Cooling Technology, Sports Performance Consultant, Physical Therapist, DPT, OCS, SCS

  • Education

    • Duke University

      2012 - 2013
      Fellowship Training Sports Medicine Fellowship in the Management of the Division I Athlete
    • Baylor University

      2005 - 2008
      Doctorate of Physical Therapy Physical Therapy/Therapist

      US Army/Baylor University Doctorate Program in Physical Therapy

    • Eastern Oregon University

      1999 - 2002
      Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Business Administration and Management, General
  • Experience

    • US Army

      Apr 2008 - Aug 2012

      • Clinic director supervising 1 Physical Therapist, 1 PTA, 2 PT Technicians• Busy outpatient orthopedic sports medicine clinic serving the elite Army Rangers as well as other active duty service members• Patient load consisting of direct access, referral based and post-op patients• Physician extender with advanced imaging and pharmaceutical privileges• Assisted in development and implementation of the multidisciplinary “Ranger Performance Clinic” where orthopedics, physical therapy, strength coaches and other key personnel collaborated on an optimal care plan for injured Army Rangers Show less Brigade Combat Team Physical Therapist, 1st BCT, 1st Armored Division Operating Base Warrior, Iraq and Fort Bliss, TX - Served as sole physical therapist for a brigade combat team of 4000+ Soldiers - In charge of clinic operations including supervision of 1 PTA- Primary orthopedic care provider during deployment to Iraq- Responsible for determining need for and arrangement of aeronautical medical evacuation of orthopedic patients- Traveled to multiple out posts providing care to Soldiers throughout our area of operations Show less

      • Clinic Director, Physical Therapist

        Mar 2011 - Aug 2012
      • Combat Team Physical Therapist

        Jun 2009 - Apr 2011
      • Staff Physical Therapist

        Apr 2008 - Jun 2009
    • Duke University

      Aug 2012 - Jul 2013
      Sports Medicine Fellow in the Management of Division I Athletes

      • Fellowship in the management of NCAA Division I Athletes• Evaluate and treat athletes from the 25 Division I sports programs at Duke University as a team physical therapist in both the training room and outpatient clinic settings• Provide coverage of both practice and competitions for Duke athletics as an emergency responder and on-field injury evaluator• Communicate and coordinate plans of care with team physicians, trainers and coaches as part of a multidisciplinary approach to athlete rehab and development • Observe surgeries performed by the Duke team physicians and collaborate with them on the post-op rehab plan• Attend and present at the weekly Duke Sports Medicine Conference• Participate with Orthopedic fellows and residents in soft tissue lab for surgical practice and dissections • Receive mentorship from a variety of physicians, physical therapists, ATC’s and strength coaches Show less

    • St. Luke's Health System

      Aug 2013 - Jun 2017
      Sports Medicine Program Coordinator/Clinic Manager

      Manager of the health system's primary sports and orthopedic physical therapy clinicDirector of APTA Credentialed Physical Therapy Sports Medicine Residency Rehab Department's Sports Program CoordinatorLead a team of 6 physical therapists, 1 physical therapy assistant, 1 clinical athletic trainer and 4 support staff personnel. Acted as liaison between the St. Luke's Rehab and St. Luke's Orthopedics/Sports Medicine

    • Movement Guides, Inc.

      Mar 2014 - Jul 2022
      Co Owner

      Helping people move better through design and manufacturing of unique pieces of fitness equipment and educational content. Our first product is the patented SquatGuide which allows the user or coach to effectively teach or dial in safe and efficient squat and lunge patterns. We've simplified the movements into basic requirements and external cues. The device can be modified as needed to fit any body type. Our second original product is the T-Dot Mobility System line which takes self soft tissue mobilization to another level. By getting people off of the ground and away from the wall, T Dot allows the user to target any area of the body, at any angle with movement and with resistance. T Dot is easily the most versatile and effective soft tissue device on the market. Learn more at:www.movementguides.comwww.facebook.com/movementguideswww.instagram.com/movementguideswww.twitter.com/movementguides Show less

    • Zenergy

      Jul 2017 - now
      Clinical Coordinator/Physical Therapist/Strength Coach

      Practicing clinical physical therapist and strength coach while also creating a world class rehab and training center in Sun Valley, Idaho. Coordinating the incredible multidisciplinary team of Zenergy Health Club and Spa to offer a one of a kind performance, fitness, health and wellness program. From strength and conditioning, rehab, body work, nutrition, aquatics, Pilates, yoga and recreation the staff at Zenergy can create an experience to match the needs and goals of the elite athlete or the executive looking to get started on the journey towards health. Show less

    • PIVOT Lifestyle + Fitness by KA

      Nov 2018 - Sept 2022
      Program Developer

      Creator of the Pivot of the Day fitness program. Responsible for program design, training of coaches, daily programming, quality control and problem resolution. Centralized programming, facility design and quality control for a functional training studio.

    • Work Right NW

      Oct 2020 - Sept 2022
      Director/Developer - Tactical Division

      A partnership with Work Right NW to develop and deliver the industry's most comprehensive and effective Tactical Human Performance program. We help maximize the organization's efforts to create a more fit and resilient work force. Guidance from our team will lead to a higher return on the health and wellness investment by the organization.

    • AVA Cooling Technology

      Aug 2021 - now
      Founder

      Thermoregulation through effective, practical and affordable palm cooling devices. A veteran owned company who manufactures in Idaho, USA.

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Functional Range Release (FRR)

      Functional Anatomy Seminars
      Jun 2018
      View certificate certificate
    • Sports Specialist (SCS)

      American Board of Physical Therapy Specialists
      May 2013
    • Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS)

      American Board of Physical Therapy Specialists
      May 2011
      View certificate certificate
    • Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist

      National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA)
    • Blood Flow Restriction Training Certified

      Owens Recovery Science
      Jun 2017
      View certificate certificate