Jasmine is one of our Doctors of Physical Therapy at AzOPT Goodyear. Jasmine completed her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from University of Jamestown in Fargo, North Dakota after completing her Bachelor’s in Exercise Science at Minnesota State University in Moorhead, Minnesota. Jasmine is certified in LSVT BIG for patients with Parkinson’s disease. Born in Minnesota but raised in Goodyear, Arizona, she returns to her childhood home after realizing her distaste for cold winters, passion for hiking, and love for an active, outdoor lifestyle. After several years of physical therapy for her own sports injuries playing collegiate soccer, Jasmine became a physical therapist to positively impact and help others return to activities they enjoy. She is a fan of the Minnesota Vikings, Minnesota United FC, and US Women’s National Soccer Team.
What Causes Falls in Older Adults? One in four Americans aged 65 and older falls each year, making falls the leading cause of injury and injury-related death in this age group. Understanding the common causes of falls can help in preventing falls and reducing injury risk: Sensory Impairments: Vision and hearing may not be as…
What is Pain? And How Does Physical Therapy Help with Pain Relief? What causes pain? Why am I experiencing pain? Why does some pain persist longer? If you ever asked yourself one or more of these questions, this blog hopes to provide some answers. First, let’s define pain. What is Pain? Pain is an early…
