Veronica Jow, MD

At Avid Sports Medicine, we are a team of dedicated professionals with a shared mission: to help you overcome injuries, optimize your physical performance, and enhance your overall well-being. Our diverse and experienced team includes board-certified sports medicine physicians, physical therapists, athletic trainers, chiropractors, and massage therapists who work collaboratively to provide the most comprehensive and personalized care possible.

How We Work

We believe that the most effective way to treat injuries and optimize performance is through a personalized, team-based approach. Here's how it works:

1. We build a team around you: Our professionals partner together in one office to uncover the root causes of your issue and then build a program WITH you that works FOR you. We also bring our team-based approach to offices by crafting sessions for employers to promote wellness and workplace injury prevention.

2. We direct rather than dictate: By using our expertise and experience, we can give you a range of options for recovery. Your customized program is based on what's right for your body, your lifestyle, and your goals.

3. We help you complete the entire process: Just because you're feeling better doesn't always mean you ARE better. We don't focus on band-aid solutions or promise magic bullets. Instead, we stay with you on your entire journey from injury or pain to full function.

4. We work with your busy schedule: Whether you need a full in-person assessment in the clinic or a quick video chat, we can use a mix of times and styles that work best for you. We make realistic recommendations for the most efficient way to receive care.

Our Services

At Avid Sports Medicine, we offer a wide range of services to help you get back in the game and stay there, including:

• Sports Medicine Diagnosis and Treatment: Our board-certified sports medicine physicians specialize in preventing, diagnosing, and treating issues and injuries that keep you from being active. We use the latest technology and evidence-based approaches to help you recover as quickly and safely as possible.

• Physical Therapy/Athletic Training: At Avid, our athletic trainers work independently and alongside physicians and PTs to provide team-based care. We offer personalized rehabilitation programs to help you regain strength, mobility, and function after an injury.

• Chiropractic Care: We specialize in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of issues that affect mobility, function, and athletic achievement. We use a variety of techniques to help you feel your best, including spinal manipulation, mobilization, and soft tissue therapy.

• Sports Massage: Our certified sports massage therapists offer comprehensive services to help you recover from training and competition. We use a variety of techniques, including Swedish massage, deep tissue massage, and trigger point therapy, to help you feel your best.

• EPAT/Shockwave Therapy: We are the only Bay Area Sports Medicine doctors who specialize in EPAT. This regenerative medicine treatment uses sound waves to speed up the healing of stubborn body pain. It's quick, non-invasive, and requires no downtime.

• Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy: PRP therapy uses your own blood platelets to promote healing and reduce pain. It's a safe and effective treatment for a wide range of conditions, including tendonitis, arthritis, and muscle strains.

• Stem Cell Therapy: We offer stem cell therapy as a regenerative medicine option for a variety of conditions, including osteoarthritis, tendon injuries, and joint pain. Our treatment uses your own stem cells to promote healing and regeneration.

• Fitness and Wellness Programs: We believe that fitness and wellness are essential components of overall health and performance. That's why we offer a variety of fitness and wellness programs, including group classes, personal training, and nutrition coaching.

• Corporate Wellness Programs: At Avid Sports Medicine, we understand the importance of employee health and wellness in the workplace. That's why we offer tailored corporate wellness programs designed to help your employees stay healthy, happy, and productive.

Our Practitioners

At Avid Sports Medicine, we are proud to have a team of highly trained and experienced practitioners who are dedicated to providing the best possible care. Our practitioners include:

• Veronica Jow, MD: Board-certified Internal Medicine and

Sports Medicine physician

• Julieta M. Guzman, MA, ATC, SFG1, FRCms: Certified Athletic Trainer
• Delana Henderson, MS, ATC: Certified Athletic Trainer
• Elizabeth Packwood, MS, LAT, ATC: Certified Athletic Trainer
• Liz Nguyen: Licensed Physical Therapist
• Pooja Manchanda, DC, CCSP: Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician
• Skya and Michael: Massage Therapists

Our Commitment to You

At Avid Sports Medicine, we are committed to providing the highest quality care in a compassionate, supportive, and empowering environment. We believe that every patient is unique, and we strive to provide personalized care that meets your individual needs and goals. Whether you're an elite athlete or a weekend warrior, we're here to help you achieve your best and live your best life.