Jerry Drefahl | Founder
Founder of Kinesics, Drefahl is a renowned expert and innovator in the fields of human movement science. Drefahl developed Kinesics Human Movement Systems as a proactive solution to reduce the risk and expense of musculoskeletal injuries and disorders (MSD's) in medical, athletic, fitness, and occupational populations.
Kinesics, a musculoskeletal health management company centered on health technology and data analytics software solutions, is focused on being the preeminent platform for empowering organizations, corporations, and institutions to manage risk and improve performance in their patients, athletes, clients, and employees.
Accreditations
B.S. Kinesiology / Physical Therapy Concentration
M.S. Exercise Physiology (Neuromuscular Physiology)
NATA Board Certified Athletic Trainer
NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
St. Johns Neuromuscular Therapist Level 8
US Olympic Triathlon Coach
Poliquin Level 2 Strength and Conditioning Coach
Nutritional and Lifestyle Consultant
Jones Institute Position Release Therapist
Over 300 continuing medical education hours in manual therapy
Over 200 continuing medical education hours in neuro and musculoskeletal anatomy
Over 200 continuing medical education hours in biomechanics, rehabilitation, and sports performance
Career
Kinesics LLC [2017 – Present] Founder / Board Member
Functionally Integrated Training & Therapy (FITT) [2001 – Present] Founder / President
Baton Rouge General Hospital [2012 – 2023] Director of Wellness
Sports Care of Louisiana (Our Lady of the Lake) [1997-2000] Regional Sports Medicine Coordinator
Heart and Fitness Center (Baton Rouge General) [1999-2001] Exercise Physiologist / Athletic Trainer
LSU Rehabilitation Center [1996-1999] Managing Director