Pilates has always been ahead of its time. Long before neuroscience and fascia became mainstream, Joseph Pilates understood that movement wasn’t simply about muscles. It was…
Dr. Emily Splichal
Dr. Emily Splichal
Dr. Emily Splichal, Functional Podiatrist and Human Movement Specialist, is the Founder of EBFA Global, Creator of the Barefoot Training Specialist® Certification, Author of Barefoot Strong and CEO/Founder of Naboso Technology. With over 20 years in the fitness industry, Dr. Splichal has dedicated her medical career to studying postural alignment and human movement as it relates to barefoot science, foot to core integration, and sensory integration.
Dr. Splichal actively sees patients out of her office in Scottsdale, AZ as well as virtually with a specialty in movement disorders, functional movement and regenerative medicine. Dr. Splichal takes great pride in approaching all patients through a functional approach with the integration of neuromuscular control, biopsychosocial influences, corrective exercise, and stem cell therapy.
Dr. Splichal is actively involved in barefoot training research and barefoot education as it relates to athletic performance, injury prevention, and movement longevity. Dr. Splichal has presented her research and barefoot education both nationally and internationally to over 25,000 professionals, with her Barefoot Training Specialist® Program in over 40 countries and her education translated into 15 languages.
Due to her unique background, Dr Splichal is able to serve as a consultant and expert for some of the top fitness, footwear and orthotic companies including Aetrex Worldwide, Bunion Bootie, Orthofeet, Lissom Footwear, Nike Innovations, Theragun, RAD Roller, SOLS and Trigger Point Performance Therapy.
Degrees/Certifications: Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM), Master's Human Movement (MS), NASM-CES, NASM-PES, NSCA-CPT
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