Cristina Franco-Leek, PT, DHSc, CSCS, CTPS is a highly qualified practitioner in the field of orthopedic/sports medicine. She earned her master's degree in physical therapy from New York Medical College in Valhalla. Additionally, she holds certifications as a strength and conditioning specialist through the NSCA and as a tennis performance specialist through the International Tennis Performance Association. These certifications demonstrate Cristina's expertise in 20 different competencies related to improving performance and preventing injuries in tennis players.
Cristina also serves as an adjunct assistant professor at Hofstra University, teaching in both the School of Health Professions and Human Services, the Master’s in Athletic Training program and the Doctor of Physical Therapy program.
Areas of expertise: Women's sports medicine, tennis injury risk reduction and rehabilitation, manual therapy intervention, functional movement screening and assessment