Meet Us

Michelle S. Lande, MBA, PT:

Physical Therapist, Co-Owner of the Cypress Center

Michelle is Co-Owner of the Cypress Center.  She specializes in orthopedics, sports therapy and functional rehabilitation. Michelle has trained as a Pilates instructor with Polestar Education, and as a Yoga instructor with Yoga Works in Santa Monica, CA

Michelle grew up in Tucson, Arizona. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nutritional Sciences from the University of Arizona, her Bachelors of Science in Physical Therapy from Mount St. Mary’s College, and her MBA at the University of Southern California. She has had over ten years experience in orthopedics and sports medicine. She has worked with professional athletes while on staff at Kerlan-Jobe Orthopedic Clinic, and was the team Physical Therapist for the IHL team the Cincinnati Cyclones (feeder team to the Florida Panthers).

In addition to professional athletes and weekend warriors, Michelle also enjoys working with all populations, particularly seniors. Currently Michelle is focusing most of her energy into yoga therapy, to help people of all ages and activity levels rehabilitate their injuries and return to life.

Michelle’s interest in Physical Therapy began when her father suffered a stroke. He required extensive physical therapy, and Michelle helped with his home exercise.

Outside of work, Michelle enjoys Yoga, running, cycling, swimming and Pilates.  She is the mother of a three young children and a golden retriever,  and she can’t get enough of them.

Michelle specializes in disorders of the spine, hips and shoulders. 

 

 

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