The Ocala Family Physicians' Medical Exercise Center provides medically-supervised programs for the treatment of pain or dysfunction in the back, neck, or knee. It is Ocala's first fully MedX-equipped facility, featuring both computerized testing/rehabilitation equipment and technologically advanced exercise machines for isolated strengthening of major muscle groups throughout the body. MedX treatments can be designed to reduce pain and symptoms associated with:

The center's physician-directed rehabilitation and fitness programs address a variety of musculoskeletal ailments. Patients are recommended for the program by their family physician or specialist. Pre-entry spinal and neck exams are conducted by Glen Morgan, M.D. and Donald Liebelt, M.D., board-certified family physicians. American College of Sports Medicine. Drs. Morgan and Liebelt have extensive additional training in sports medicine and exercise science. Both physicians are members of the American College of Sports Medicine and have several years of experience in treating musculoskeletal injuries.

The physicians will assess each patient's condition and write a tailored prescription for initial therapy based upon appropriate indications for a MedX-based program. An exercise physiologist certified in MedX rehabilitation directs both the testing and exercise sessions. Detailed reports are available to the referring physician upon request during the program and an outcome report is automatically sent at the conclusion of therapy.

Ocala Origin

Pioneered on Ocala's Jumbolair Ranch in the late 1980's by Arthur Jones, the inventor of world-renowned Nautilus equipment, MedX medical machines feature elaborate mechanisms that restrain uninvolved body parts (or muscle groups) so that only the targeted muscles are either tested or exercised. This isolation both eliminates the risk of harmful impact forces and pinpoints deficient areas that can then be worked on during exercise sessions, typically conducted once or twice per week.

Research-Proven Results

MedX has accumulated an impressive list of research findings, much of it published in medical and exercise physiology journals.  Its computerized testing machines have been used in therapy centers around the world for more than a dozen years.

Clinician training and educational support is provided independently by University of Florida's Center for Exercise Science, Colleges of Medicine and Health and Human Performance.

Personal Training and Fitness

All ages and fitness levels can benefit from exercise at the OFP Medical Exercise Center. Whether you need exercise for rehabilitation, strength gain, weight loss, or sports, our personal trainer can design an exercise program to fit your needs and help provide an improved quality of life. Your trainer will guide you through an individualized exercise program designed to meet your needs and help you succeed in meeting your fitness goals.

Massage Therapy

Massage Therapy incorporates a variety of techniques to help promote relaxation, increase circulation, reduce stress and provide pain relief. Whether your preference is a gentle full-body massage or extra attention paid to areas that require particular focus, our qualified therapists will tailor your treatment to best accommodate your requests.

Amanda Stagmer has been practicing as a licensed massage therapist for 10 years. Through massage therapy, Amanda provides relaxation and rehabilitation to clients of all ages. She has worked in several medical and chiropractic offices and enjoys working with amateur and professional athletes to help them prepare for, and rejuvenate them after, sporting events.

Our licensed massage therapist, Katlin Prendergast, has been practicing for 7 years. She enjoys working with all ages to effectively provide pain relief and relaxation. She enjoys using techniques such as deep tissue, myofascial release, and Swedish massage to relieve chronic and temporary pain in patients; as well as stretching techniques to improve flexibility.

To schedule an appointment with Amanda or Katlin, call 352-624-8888

 

 

 

 

 

•	Muscular deconditioning
•	Joint instability
•	Osteoarthritis

•	Degenerative disc disease
•	Impingement syndrome
•	Other diseases

Our Health and Fitness Instructor, Lori Armstrong, has been practicing in Ocala since 2004. She enjoys working one-on-one with clientele ranging from healthy athletes to patients with mild to severe chronic pain and disease.

To schedule an appoinment with Lori, call 352-624-8888.

Med-X Medical Exercise Center

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