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CEO & F O U N D E R
DR. JOSH ANGULO
Dr. Josh Angulo has a passion for improving athletic performance and aiding his patients in their journey to achieving their fitness goals. He hopes to facilitate his patients along their health and wellness journey by introducing the necessary tools for them to maximize their performance.
Dr. Angulo has professional sports experience servicing as the team chiropractor for the National Womens Soccer League (NWSL) Washington Spirit for the 2022 season. Dr. Angulo has also served as a part of the sideline medical staff for the United States Womens National Team (USWNT) as well as the NWSL’s 2022 championship match. Dr. Angulo also has experience treating the Washington Commanders as a part of the preseason for the 2022 - 2023 pre-season.
Dr. Angulo obtained his doctorate degree with an emphasis in sports chiropractic from Northwestern Health Sciences University in Minneapolis, Minnesota (NWHSU). During his time at NWHSU, Dr. Angulo also completed a master’s degree in exercise science and is certified in the Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA) levels 1 and 2, Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) level 1, TPI Medical Level 2, and completed a 100 hour Acupuncture Certificate.
Dr. Angulo utilizes many different techniques within his practice, including joint manipulation, soft tissue mobilization, kinesiology taping, instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization, musculoskeletal acupuncture, and corrective rehabilitation exercises. Dr. Angulo has ample experience developing corrective exercise programs and developing training for other medical practices and providers. Dr. Angulo also has developed fitness and strength training programs for some of his patients when necessary.
Dr. Angulo attended the University of Sioux Falls (USF) for his undergraduate studies where he obtained his bachelor’s degree in exercise science. During his time at USF he played collegiate football. In his free time Dr. Angulo enjoys staying active at the gym, participating in sports like golf, flag football, volleyball, soccer, basketball, ping pong and spending time with his fiance, Kara and their dogs, Murphy and Maeve.
- Doctorate, Northwestern Sports Chiropractic
- Masters in Exercise Science
- Selective Functional Movement Assessment Certified (SFMA)
- Titleist Performance Institute Level 1 & Medical 2
- Webster-Certified
- Graston-Trained
- Chiropractic Acupuncture Certified
- Pro-Sports Chiropractic Care
C O O & C O - F O U N D E R
DR. KARA ZIEMER
Areas of Specialization: Sports Medicine, Prenatal and Postnatal Care for Women and Babies, Acupuncture
Dr. Ziemer is a graduate of Northwestern Health Sciences University in Bloomington, Minnesota. While studying at Northwestern, Dr. Ziemer focused her studies on sports performance, family wellness, chiropractic acupuncture, and perinatal care. Dr. Ziemer has a passion for treating all athletes, even the smallest of competitors.
Dr. Ziemer has a large array of tools at her disposal to help her patients reach their goals, including chiropractic manipulation, chiropractic acupuncture, dry needling, instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization, kinesiotaping, corrective exercise, and myofascial release. Dr. Ziemer is Webster certified, Graston trained, and certified in chiropractic acupuncture. Dr. Ziemer also has experience treating elite athletes. She was the official team chiropractor for the DC United Men’s Soccer Club, serving as one of the only female chiropractors in major league soccer. She uses her training and previous experiences in a well-rounded approach to helping patients reach their athletic or functional goals.
Dr. Ziemer was born and raised in Minnesota. In high school, she played volleyball year-round. She continued on to play collegiate volleyball at Minnesota State University, Moorhead. Her undergraduate degree is in Biology with an emphasis in health and medical sciences. Dr. Ziemer likes to spend her free time being active outside with her dogs and fiance.
LICENSED MASSAGE THERAPIST
TIMOTHY STANSFIELD
- Central Maryland School of Massage
- Sports Massage
- Hypervolt, Assisted Stretch, Graston, STM, Cupping
Timothy Stansfield started his career in massage in 2014. He was encouraged to attend massage school by his PT while recovering from a left shoulder surgery, as a graduate of Central Maryland School of Massage he then volunteered at Hood College to perform Massage on student athletes in tandem with the physical therapy team.
After volunteering he started working in some of the highest rated spas in the DMV area for Zeel, during that time he found a home in the Loudoun County area and started providing Sports massage for a private clientele.
Timothy combines a variety of massage modalities in his Sports Massage sessions with a focus on recovery and self-care. He is an advocate for blending eastern and western recovery methods including hypervolt, assisted stretch, graston, STM, cupping, and deep breathing techniques and is looking forward to helping each client as a part of The Optimum Wellness team.
LICENSED MASSAGE THERAPIST
ERIKA HORCHOVER
- Licensed Massage Therapist
- Strength Training
Erika graduated from the University of South Florida with her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, class of 2021. Yet, since 2018, she has maintained her credentials through ACE Fitness as a personal trainer, with a focus on strength training. Personal training came naturally from an active childhood filled with sports such as soccer and an avid show jumper equestion for over a decade. Erika’s passion for movement transformed into the desire to learn how to best train and recover to keep active.
As well as furthering her education and completing Massage Therapy school, combining the two passions for a well-rounded bodywork and fitness approach. Erika’s goal is to offer tailored bodywork with Massage Therapy and create a fitness program to help meet and maintain the client’s goals. With a hunger for more knowledge, she plans to continue her education to expand her skill set in new techniques to offer more modalities in the future. In her spare time, she continues riding horses, picking up new hobbies such as Brazilian jiu-jitsu, and enjoys downtime with her dogs.
Recent Talks & Workshops
• Preventing Low Back Pain in Golf (Tysons Tower Club, Private Country Clubs - Women’s League, Men’s League)
• Common Injuries In Dancers (Dance Academy)
• Business Events, including Employee and Client Appreciation Days
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