Mark Holmes, pt, dpt, cscs

Growing up in Colorado, Mark knows there is no place he would rather live. There is no other place that provides opportunities in life like Colorado. Educated with a Bachelor of Science in Sports Medicine/Exercise Science from CSU, a Masters in Physical Therapy and a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Regis University, Mark's life is devoted to helping others achieve the highest level of function. Mark is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), an active member in the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) including the Private Practice Section, Orthopeadic Section, and Sports Therapy Section. Mark has been active in the Colorado Private Practice Special Interest Group, and served as President for 3 years, and received the Bob Doctor Service Award in 2010. Mark enjoys all recreational activities/sports, while spending as much time as he can with his wife, and children.

Mark became the owner of Cactus Sport & Spine, P.C. in 2003. He is committed to providing the highest quality of care within the clinic while emphasizing current best evidence for treatment. Wellness is stressed within the clinic from physical therapy, massage therapy, pilates, while providing individual training and sport conditioning program education.

Mark has a holistic approach to rehabilitation. Looking at the body as one chain, an extensive evaluation is preformed to find any problem that may be contributing to the current problem. Treatment is geared toward each individual with manual therapy, body mechanic re-education, and exercise geared to regain motion, strength and balance. Education is provided every visit to ensure long term understanding while returning to the highest level of function possible.

Wendy connolly, lmt

Wendy has been practicing Massage Therapy since 2003. She started her career in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, where she trained at the Full Circle School of Alternative Therapies. Wendy specializes in Therapeutic, Athletic and Clinical Massage Therapy, while regularly adding new modalities through continuing education. Throughout her career, she has worked with resort class spas, professional and Olympic level athletes and numerous patients recovering from, or living with, orthopedic conditions.

PAIGE DEBOLT, L.Ac., Certified Herbalist

Paige is excited & grateful to be offering acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine services at Cactus Sport & Spine. She is passionate about sharing the power and effectiveness of this holistic medicine in addressing a variety of health concerns, while simultaneously improving one’s overall quality of life.

With a background embracing both Western & Eastern perspectives of the body’s functionality and healing ability, she is excited to assist you on your journey with acupuncture services and accompanying modalities to either complement your Physical Therapy regimen or for various internal issues. Her specialties include stress reduction, internal medicine, digestive support, sleep support, and neuropathy.

Paige graduated with a Master of Science in Traditional Chinese Medicine with a dual focus in acupuncture and herbal medicine. She is a Licensed Acupuncturist in the state of Colorado and is nationally certified as a Diplomat of Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine by the National Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM). She received her undergraduate degree from the University of Colorado at Boulder, where she obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Integrative Physiology.