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Aquacare Physical Therapy helps athletes improve form and function, prevent injuries, and recover to come back stronger.
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At Aquacare Physical Therapy, we’re dedicated to helping athletes of all ages and skill levels reach their peak performance.
Our comprehensive approach combines cutting-edge techniques with personalized care to improve form and function, prevent injuries, and facilitate stronger comebacks. Whether you’re a weekend warrior or a professional athlete, our team is here to support your journey to athletic excellence.
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Phone: 443-359-0562
At Aquacare, we understand that every athlete is unique. Our approach combines:
When Juliet Clobes suffered a spinal fracture during a softball game three years ago, likely from sliding into base, she couldn’t have known that split second would change the trajectory of her athletic career. The Georgetown resident and Sussex Technical High School 10th grader has since endured a difficult journey that recently led to spinal fusion surgery and a renewed passion for the sport she loves.
“There were times when the pain was so intense I couldn’t walk,” Clobes said. “Then there would be periods where it didn’t hurt for a while. It was unpredictable.”
For nearly three years, Clobes experienced these painful flare-ups, seeking various treatments, including a spinal injection that provided relief for about six months. Despite the challenges, she continued to pursue her passion for softball, playing first and third base positions, and even participating in the 2022 softball regionals. Now, her recovery journey has brought her to Aquacare Athletics, where specialized performance-enhancing physical therapy has been instrumental in her comeback.
Joe Brozonis knows a thing or two about staying active—and bouncing back. A longtime tennis and pickleball player, Joe tore his Achilles tendon during a match while backpedaling for a high ball. “I heard it pop,” he recalls. “It wasn’t overly dramatic, but I knew right away what had happened.”
After surgery with First State Orthopaedics, Joe began his rehabilitation journey with the expert team at Aquacare Physical Therapy in Milford, working one-on-one with physical therapist and Milford Clinic Director Alec Crichton. “The care has been excellent,” Joe says. “Alec and the entire team have helped me make great progress with my recovery.”
Joe first got connected to Aquacare through Jean Momorella, MPT, who performed his initial evaluation—and whom he already knew from local pickleball courts. His rehab journey also included at-home physical therapy with Sharon Baxley, PTA, from PT Plus before transitioning into the clinic with Jean and Alec.
Jessie was a past patient from the summer for ankle pain and recently did two sessions of cash-based PT with Katie Oakley of Aquacare Salisbury – Milford Street during winter break before she went back to Wright State University in Ohio for her spring semester.
Jessie is currently pursuing a BFA in Dance. She recently performed in Dayton Ballet’s production of the Nutcracker.
From Jessie: “The dance medicine program has helped me to gain more awareness of my body and alignment, and has significantly improved my pain management since starting the program.”
ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: ELLIOT “LANGDON” ANDERSON of Sts. Peter & Paul High School, Easton, MD!
Langdon is a high school lacrosse player known for helping his team by forcing turnovers, snatching up loose balls, and assisting goals. He also plays soccer and golf.
From Langdon: “I came to Aquacare because I was playing soccer and sprained my ankle badly. I want to play lacrosse in college and this fall is really important for my recruiting process. So, I came in the hopes of being able to play at my full potential again. Aquacare not only helped me with getting healthy, but also helped me have my ankle be more flexible and moveable than before. Aquacare was such a great help and was very important in my healing process.”
Way to go, Langdon!
ATHLETE OF THE WEEK – Ava Twilley, competitive softball pitcher from Mardela High School!
Ava was referred to Aquacare after an injury that could have happened to anyone – tripping over the family cat! (The cat is fine). She had lower back pain that was worsening over several weeks. From Kristen Jackson, Ava’s physical therapist with Aquacare Athletics: “During her first several sessions, we had to do some realignment of her pelvis using Muscle Energy Techniques until her muscles were re-educated to be able to hold the alignment on their own. This was reinforced with a progressive program of advanced mobility, core strengthening and stability exercises that were tailored to her needs as a pitcher; working on both anti-rotational strength as well as exercises that balance out both sides of her body. Ava was dedicated to her rehab and was successful with her home exercises, which played a big part in her getting back to softball quickly and knowing how to take care of her back health. It was an honor to work with such a talented athlete and play even a small role in her journey.”
Congrats Ava!
ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Lilly Fooks, a senior at Salisbury University and a member of the POMS Dance Team. Lilly herniated two discs in her back and came to Aquacare Salisbury – Milford Street to recover and rehabilitate through the Dance Medicine program. Now she is able to dance for her senior year. Go, Lilly!
ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Lily Linkins of Bay Country Figure Skating Club recently won 1st Place in the Aspire 3 Freestyle category at Autumn Skate in Wilmington. This was Lily’s first solo competition! We are so proud of Lily and how far she has come, and are excited to play a small part in getting her to where she is today.
ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: TYLER HUNT, SALISBURY:
“I have been playing baseball for 12 years and football for three [years]. Aquacare has helped me strengthen my shoulder and recover for injury as I prepare to play in college.”
Gabi Konlian, a competitive dancer with @fofdance! Gabi says, “I have been dancing for 14 years, and I started competing at the age of nine. As a competitive dancer, I attend regional competitions, conventions, and competed a solo at nationals last summer.
In preparation for college, I have been attending numerous dance clinics at various universities such as Tribe 99, University of Miami, Wake Forest, and Ohio State. My goal is to dance on a D1 collegiate dance team that competes as well as does sideline performances. Dance medicine has been a transformative factor in my dancing. Not only has my strength, stability, and stamina improved, but I also love that I am able to focus on specific skills. My PT will break down each skill, whether it’s a 540 jump or a leg hold turn, and figure out exactly what is needed to improve. I have been in the dance medicine program for almost a year and I couldn’t be happier with how far I’ve come!”
In the world of high school sports, injuries can be a game-changer. For Luis Hicks, a promising three-sport athlete at Indian River High School, a meniscus tear during wrestling season threatened to sideline his athletic career. However, thanks to a dedicated physical therapy program at Aquacare, Hicks is back on the football field, stronger than ever.
Sussex Tech running back Isaiah Jones hurt his back during the spring track season. He spent several months working with Aquacare Athletics and their partner, OutTrain Performance to rehabilitate. Now he’s back under the Friday night lights.
Basketball player Garett Hemingway suffered an ankle injury and worked with Aquacare in Easton, Maryland to rehabilitate.
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