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Dr. Brian Cunningham, DPT, CSCSEducation
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Mission Statement
The Swim Doc--Dr. Brian Cunningham--helps swimmers of all ages, strengths and abilities achieve their potential. He understands and maximizes the mind-body connection. As an experienced physical therapist and swimmer, Dr. Brian quickly identifies the specific muscles a swimmer needs to engage; he then teaches swimmers the habits and strategies of elite athletes, those he has worked with at Olympic Trials, Pan Pacs, and World University Games. Call Dr. Brian to discuss your individualized program for success! Meet Dr. Brian Cunningham
Interview before 2016 Olympics
Medical Service provider for the 2018 Pan Pacific Games in Tokyo, Japan
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Hypermobility in Swimmers
Read about how to stabilize your joints to prevent injury. Listen to the June 6, 2022 Brett Hawke podcast featuring Dr. Brian Cunningham by clicking the button below.
Rosiland Franklin University Helix newsletter features an in depth interview with Dr. Brian Cunningham after the 2021 Summer Olympics. USA Swimming Selects Team Physical Therapist for 2021 Olympic Games: Dr. Brian Cunningham Post -Olympics WTMJ of Milwaukee Radio Interview Listen Here Services
Below is a quick overview of services Dr. Brian provides, both in person or virtually. For a more detailed explanation, check out the Services page. Swimmer Evaluation Checklist
Injury Prevention Diagnosis
Team Consultations
On Demand Workouts
Underwater Videotaping
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Tips & Technique
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FAQ
Who is it for?
Any swimmer or triathlete from 10 years old or older are excellent candidates. There is no maximum age limit, nor minimum level of experience required.
How does it work?
Contact me to make an appointment by email (brian AT swimdocDOTcom) or the scheduler. I can either meet in person or virtually. You can send me a video of yourself swimming for me to analyze. For best results, I like to perform a mobility test first and then check out your stroke.
Do I need to have a competitive swimming background?
Absolutely not! If you enjoy swimming, but are not sure if you are using correct technique or have been having some aches and pains - I can help. Like any physical activity, there is a risk of injury, especially if the wrong technique is used. I will develop a workout plan for you to alleviate risk of injury while maximizing your enjoyment! (However, I have no control over your pool's temperature.)
I am a masters swimmer, can you give me some tips for how to swim faster?
Through exercises that increase mobility and stroke corrections, I can help you eliminate drag in your stroke. Team USA and Olympic hopefuls use The Swim Doc's expertise to reach their peak, so can you!
I am a swim coach, can you help me develop my team?
Can I use my Insurance?
No. Insurance does not recognize swim performance rehab as medically necessary for activities of daily living.
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Testimonials
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Lifetime Goal Achieved! "Just like Humpty Dumpty, Brian Cunningham has helped to put me back together again. Besides being a PT, he is also an accomplished swimmer. He immediately understood my needs with respect to technique and training. With Brian's help, I was able to achieve one of my life's goals, swim the Catalina Channel." Marcia Cleveland Open Water Hall of Fame Swimmer |
No More Back Pain "I came to Brian because of back pain that had been bothering me for months. Not only did he get rid of my pain, but he taught me how the pain had started and what I could be doing in and out of the water to better myself. I would recommend Brian to any athlete looking to get an edge on competitors and help with recovery." Everet Andrew Committed to U.S Naval Academy |
Personal Record Broken "We brought our son, who was a high school senior, to see Brian seven weeks after he had an appendectomy. Brian quickly corrected and strengthened our son's technique. At the next meet, he swam his best time! We will be continuing our visits with Brian with our younger son proactively rather than reactively. He is so incredibly knowledgeable about swimming. " Swati Nielson Swimming Parent |
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