Movement Performance Institute Los Angeles

Official 2026 dates for ConEd courses at MPI with Dr. Chris Powers PhD, PT, FAPTA !! Come join us to dive deeper into all things biomechanics and movement analysis, with instruction in using cutting edge technology! Learn how to apply leading evidence-based treatment techniques in your clinic! Will you be joining us??

For more information, visit us on the MPI website! Link in Bio

🚨Open house🚨

💪 Join us for the debut of our new clinic in El Segundo!

💪 After years of anticipation, we have moved to our new location and would love to share it with you!

💪 Please RSVP at the link in bio, we cannot wait to see you there!

💥When: Thursday October 23, 4-7 pm
💥 Where: 2101 E El Segundo Blvd
El Segundo, CA 90245

Knees Forward of Toes??

Not for the patient with knee pain!❌
- Squatting with the knees forward of toes can result in a greater knee extensor
moment and quadriceps demand.
- Studies have shown that there is a 40% increase in knee joint stress when the
knees pass forward to the toes during a forward lunge.
- High levels of knee joint stress result in an increased risk for knee pain.
particularly, patellofemoral pain and patellar tendinitis.

Solution: Perform squats and lunges with a hip bias!
- Minimize stress at the knee while increasing strength of the hip extensors
- Treat the cause of the problem, don’t add to it!

Advance your knowledge by learning how to diagnose and treat a variety of issues through a biomechanical lens. http://movementpi.com/courses/level-i-mpi-biomechanics/. Click the link above or in our bio to register for 2023 courses!

SHOULD YOUR KNEES GO PAST YOUR TOES WHEN SQUATTING?
- high levels of knee joint stress result in an increased risk for knee pain, particularly patellofemoral pain
- patellofemoral pain = pain around/under the kneecap
- studies have shown that there is a 40% increase in knee joint stress when the knees pass forward to the toes in a forward lunge
- increased stress as a result of poor patellar tracking as with patellofemoral pain are due to various factors including: weak glutes, overactive hamstrings, weak quadriceps
- these strength imbalances contribute to abnormal stresses at the knee joint, further increasing knee pain
- the solution: identify the root cause of the pain and abnormal forces, design a treatment plan to address these, and follow through with patient goals!
- conclusion: when the goal is to minimize patellofemoral joint stress, perform squats and lunges up to 90 degrees of knee bend

Introducing our 2022 fellow!

Youstina Atalla, PT, DPT, OTR/L

Youstina received her Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science Integrative Physiology from Pacific University in 2013. She then went on to obtain both her Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy in 2016 and her Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2018 from the University of St. Augustine.

Dr. Atalla recently completed an Orthopedic Clinical Residency program at Kaiser Permanente and is currently completing her Fellowship at the Movement Performance Institute. In addition, Dr. Atalla has worked as a physical therapist and occupational therapist in multiple settings including both outpatient and inpatient hospital settings. She is an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association Sports section and is passionate about return to sport rehab with a focus on soccer and basketball.

👉 email us at: [email protected]
👉 call us at: (310)-670-6638

We are so happy to have finally been able to get together to celebrate Yvonne and Adam for completing the 2021 MPI fellowship in biomechanics. They helped so many people and were a joy to have in the clinic. Their patients miss having them and so do we, but we know they are moving on to great things!

Congrats on a great year and thank you for your time with us at Movement Performance Institute!

👉 email us at: [email protected]
👉 call us at: (310)-670-6638

We are so incredibly proud to congratulate Ella in passing her return to sport test! Ella began at MPI for prehab prior to her ACL repair and excelled through our MPI 9 month ACL return to sport protocol to normalize her strength , optimize her movement and limit her risk of reinjury.

Ella has put in hours in and out of the clinic to get back out on the field quick, strong, and confident. We can’t wait continue to follow your soccer career as you kick it in to high gear!

👉 email us at: [email protected]
👉 call us at: (310)-670-6638

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☑️Patient HIGHLIGHT☑️
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Zoe has been one our veteran rockstars!
She came to after experiencing an ACL injury.
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She worked extremely hard over 9-12 months in order to pass our rigorous testing. Since then, she has stuck around to continue her performance training in order to get herself into peak soccer shape.
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She has accepted a scholarship, and will be playing soccer in New York for Hofstra University.
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She has become a Movement PI favorite. While we are sad to see her go, we are very proud of her and wish her all the best in next adventure!!
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MPI is a state-of-the-art clinical facility dedicated to understanding the biomechanics of healthy and disordered human motion.

Our Philosophy: human health and quality of life depend on the ability to move skillfully and efficiently.

Let us help you get back to your peak potential. You can reach use at:
👉🏽 [email protected].
👉🏽 (310) 760-MOVE (6683)
@ Movement Performance Institute Los Angeles

☑️☑️WEEKEND COURSE☑️☑️
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🔹Advanced Biomechanics of the Lower Quarter: Gait Analysi🔹
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This weekend is the start of the 6-Month Advanced Biomechanics Course. Attendees will begin their in depth learning of how to effectively assess and address biomechanics and movement impairments with the use of current technology.
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Check out our last slide to see the list of upcoming courses for 2020! Seats are limited in order to ensure safe practices of social and physical distancing during COVID-19.
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👉🏽email us at: [email protected].
👉🏽call us at: (310)-670-6683.

@ Movement Performance Institute Los Angeles

☑️☑️UPCOMING COURSE☑️☑️
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🔹Advanced Biomechanics of the Lower Quarter: Integrating Technology into Practice🔹
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This weekend is the start of the 6-Month Advanced Biomechanics Course. Attendees will begin their in depth learning of how to effectively assess and address biomechanics and movement impairments with the use of current technology.
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Check out our last slide to see the list of upcoming courses for 2020! Seats are limited in order to ensure safe practices of social and physical distancing during COVID-19.
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If you are interested in attending one of our courses,
👉🏽email us at: [email protected].
👉🏽call us at: (310)-670-6683.