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drop knee / ˈdrɑpˌni / DRAHP-nee
A climbing technique that uses hip rotation and a lowered knee to create tension and pull the center of mass towards the wall.
A surfing maneuver defined by an inward drop of the surfer's back knee as the hips rotate through a turn, creating a low, stable position that deepens rail engagement.
About
About
Individualized 1:1 hour-long sessions
Sport-specific movement assessments
Manual therapy, mobility, and strength programming
Cash-based care — no referrals or insurance required
Meet your PT
Meet your PT
Sammi Iannucci, Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS)
I am a physical therapist, surfer, and rock climber. I started Drop Knee Physical Therapy to offer services for outdoor athletes like climbers and surfers that are designed for their unique sport demands.
Request an Appointment
Request an Appointment
Now taking clients Thursday afternoons at The Pad Climbing Gym - 5160 Hollister Ave Goleta, CA
Reach out to schedule an appointment
Email: sammi@dropkneept.com Phone: (805) 395-9484 Instagram: dropkneept
Physical Therapy Services
On-the-wall Climbing Analysis
On-the-wall Climbing Analysis
Live climbing analyses on various training walls.
Running Analysis
Running Analysis
Treadmill running analysis to highlight running technique asymmetries and tendencies that may contribute to injury.
Dynamometry
Dynamometry
Objective strength testing via Tindeq system pull dynamometry for side to side comparisons and progress assessment.
Sport Specific Testing
Sport Specific Testing
Functional and relevant measurements that translate directly to sport.
Research
Research
Return to Rock Climbing After ACL Reconstruction: A Case Report
Return to Rock Climbing After ACL Reconstruction: A Case Report
https://www.jospt.org/doi/full/10.2519/josptcases.2025.0117
Vagy J, Iannucci S. Return to rock climbing after ACL reconstruction case report. JOSPT Cases. (2025) 5(3):138–55. doi: 10.2519/josptcases.2025.0117
Anterior Cruciate Ligament Rehabilitation and Return to Sport in Rock Climbing Athletes: A Practical Concept Paper
Vagy J, Schöffl V, Ohde J, Petersen W and Lutter C (2025) Anterior cruciate ligament rehabilitation and return to sport in rock climbing athletes: a practical concept paper. Front. Sports Act. Living 7:1580509. doi: 10.3389/fspor.2025.1580509
Upcoming Events
Upcoming Events
Monthly Workshops
📍 The Pad Climbing Gym – Goleta, CA
📅 Fourth Mondays | 7 PM
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