Pinpoint Performance

Eddy De Smedt is the sports acupuncturist for team Astana Pro Cycling.  De Smedt personally has treated the 2014 Tour de France champion, Vincenzo Nibali.  De Smedt's home practice is in Aalst, Belgium.  In his discussion with Chad, Eddy talks about his start with team Astana Pro Cycling, common injuries for cyclists, and specific treatment protocols for athletes.

Steve Matta, D.O. is a licensed and board certified physician in sports medicine and family medicine.  He completed his medical education at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine.  In his interview with Chad, Dr. Matta discusses his treatment style that integrates several strategies including: Functional Movement Screens (FMS), NeuroKinetic Therapy, Prolotherapy, and much more. Dr. Matta goes on to discuss the importance of healthy living habits such as diet, supplementation, and sleep.

Doug Jowdy, Ph.D. is the former sports psychologist for U.S. Speed Skating Team in the late 1990s early 2000s.  Of note, Dr. Jowdy worked with Olympic gold medalist Apolo Anton Ohno and is featured in Ohno’s autobiography, Zero Regrets.  Dr. Jowdy currently owns a private practice in Boulder, CO specializing in sports psychology counseling and performance.  In his discussion with Chad, Dr. Jowdy explains his history as a sports psychologist, the importance of sports psychology to athletic performance, and tips for acupuncturist on advising injured athletes.

Mark Takata is the former acupuncturist and athletic trainer of the San Francisco 49ers (1986-1997).  In his discussion with Chad, Mark dicusses his time with the 49ers, tips on becoming an acupuncturist for a professional team, and new treatment strategies.  

Cara Frank is a practitioner and teacher of acupuncture and herbology. She is the founder and owner of China Herb Company, the first mail ordering compounding  Chinese herbal dispensary in the United States. Cara is the author of the new book TCM Case Studies: Eye, Ear, Nose and Throat Disorders .  In part 2 of her discussion with Chad, Cara continues her conversation on sports injuries, treating an athlete's constitution, and advice for new acupuncturists/herbalist. This is part 2 of 2 episodes

Cara Frank is a practitioner and teacher of acupuncture and herbology. She is the founder and owner of China Herb Company, the first mail ordering compounding  Chinese herbal dispensary in the United States. Cara is the author of the new book TCM Case Studies: Eye, Ear, Nose, and Throat Disorders .  In part 1 of her discussion with Chad, Cara explains her start as a acupuncturist/herbalist, stages of sports injuries, and topical/internal herbal treatment strategies. This is part 1 of 2 episodes.

Karl Granroth is a former international biathlete.  Karl graduated with a masters in exercise science and is currently a physician's assistant. Karl now competes in several endurance events.  In his talk with Chad, Granroth provides information on his career as a biathlete, endurance training tips, and supplement recommendations for endurance athletes.  

John Steinke is a Sports Acupuncturist and Herbalists.  Steinke's main focus throughout his career invloves investigating the combination of herbs and acupuncture for athletes in regards to sports injuries, concussions, and ergogenics.  Much of Steinke's profound discoveries came through his time spent working with the San Francisco 49ers and endurance athletes. In part 2 of  his discussion with Chad, Steinke discusses book recommendations,  treatment strategies for concussions,  his herbal company, and the future of Sports Acupuncture.  

John Steinke is a Sports Acupuncturist and Herbalists.  Steinke's main focus throughout his career invloves investigating the combination of herbs and acupuncture for athletes in regards to sports injuries, concussions, and ergogenics.  Much of Steinke's profound discoveries came through his time spent working with the San Francisco 49ers and endurance athletes. In part 1 of  his discussion with Chad, Steinke discusses his early career, how he got his first mentor, his time with the 49ers, and performance treatment acupuncture strategies.

Whitfield Reaves is regarded as one of the pioneers of Acupuncture Sports Medicine in the United States.  Reaves is an author, teacher, and director of The Acupuncture Sports Medicine Apprenticeship Program.  In part 2 of his discussion with Chad, Reaves talks about his career after 1984 Olympics, teaching the first Sports Acupuncture seminar, and treatment strategies. This is part 2 of 2 episodes.

Whitfield Reaves is regarded as one of the pioneers of Acupuncture Sports Medicine in the United States.  Reaves is an author, teacher, and director of The Acupuncture Sports Medicine Apprenticeship Program.  In Part 1 of his discussion with Chad, Whit discusses his journey from humble beginnings  all the way to the presitigous position of Sports Acupuncturist at the 1984 Olympics. This is Part 1 of 2 episodes.

Chad Bong discusses his reasons for starting a Sports Acupuncture Podcast