Vickie Dills is an O2X Injury Prevention Specialist. She received a Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Therapy from Northeastern University in 1999 and later completed her Doctorate in Physical Therapy at Simmons College. Vickie embraces the concept of evidence-based rehabilitation. In treating physical therapy patients, she draws upon current research to incorporate scientifically validated methods into her daily practice. In March 2016, she co-authored an article titled “Return to Play Following Sports Hernia Surgery”, which was published in “Clinics in Sports Medicine”.Vickie is also a licensed private pilot and a certified SCUBA diver. Prior to pursuing a career in Physical Therapy, she worked in a trauma center operating room under the direction of the anesthesia department. Vickie served as an active duty Hospital Corpsman in the U.S. Navy. She holds numerous certifications, including Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS), Certified HawkGrips Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) Specialist, Certified ImPACT Trained Physical Therapist (ITPT), Certified Strength and Agility Coach (CSAC), Dry Needling for Orthopedic Rehabilitation and Sport Performance, and Training for Warriors Instructor Certified, among others.