Dr. Sue Parks has been a team member of Innovative Therapy & Wellness since 2011.   She has dedicated the last 30 years of her life to helping people overcome injuries and manage chronic pain.  An Ironman Triathlon finisher, she has combined her love for running with specialized training for endurance athletes and treatment for running related injuries.  In addition to treating runners, Dr. Parks specializes in treating spinal dysfunctions.  Dr. Parks holds advanced certifications in Schroth treatment for Scoliosis and the McKenzie Method for back pain.  

Dr. Parks  is married and has a wonderful rescue dog named Trooper.  In her  free time she enjoys running, biking, camping, and traveling. In 2015 she completed a life goal of running a marathon in every state.

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Academic Excellence

University Degrees

• Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy, University of Vermont, 1986
• Master of Health Science in Physical Therapy, University of Indianapolis, 1996
• Doctor of Physical Therapy, Still University/Arizona School of Health Sciences, 2005

​  Advanced Certifications

•  Certified Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy of the Spine (McKenzie Method)
• Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (NSCA)
• Dry Needling/Intramuscular Manual Therapy Certified, Myopain Seminars, 2009
• ​Certification in Schroth Scoliosis Rehabilation Method, Barcelona School of Scoliosis, 2012

The Inside Scoop

•  Completed Ironman Coeur d'Alene 2008
• Completed Boston Marathon, 2014
  
• Completed over 50 marathons
• Completed triathlons of distances ranging from sprint to IM
• Scuba diver instructor while living in Hawaii