DR. IKE OFOR
Dr. Ikedichi Ofor is a licensed physical therapist working as the head physical therapist at Jaguar Therapeutics in downtown Miami, FL. He received his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Midwestern University - Downers Grove in 2017. Upon completion of his doctoral studies, Dr. Ofor followed his love for human movement and biomechanics to become a Fellow of Applied Functional Science (AFS) at The Gray Institute in 2018. A fellowship that emphasizes the utilization of functional movement patterns to improve strength, mobility and stability for rehabilitation and athletic performance. He also holds professional certifications and clinical training in Integrative Dry Needling, Mulligan mobilization, osteopathic myofascial release, cupping therapy and various other manual techniques.
During his doctoral studies, Dr. Ofor was first introduced to Jaguar Therapeutics as a clinical student while he studied and worked at Jaguar Therapeutics in 2017. During this time, he gained valuable experience working with Olympic, NFL, NCAA, and recreational athletes.
Experience he carried with him as he returned home to Chicago, IL to begin his career at a private practice outpatient clinic and spend time working with two semi-professional football teams in Illinois. From rehabilitation to recovery or maintenance work, Dr. Ofor utilizes a multidisciplinary approach combining manual therapy techniques with sport/position-specific rehab and training, exercise recovery, injury prevention, and strength and conditioning for return to sport or activity..He is happy to return to Jaguar Therapeutics to continue his growth as a professional and share his passion for health & wellness with the Miami community.
Education/Certifications:
-Bachelors of Kinesiology - Exercise & Fitness (University of Illinois at Chicago, 2013)
-Doctorate of Physical Therapy (Midwestern University, 2017)
-Fellow of Applied Functional Science (Gray Institute, 2018)
-Integrative Dry Needling (IDN Institute, 2019)
-USATF Level 1 Coach