Ryan Hall, Olympian
"Jim Wharton is special. He understands all the important aspects of musculoskeletal pathology. As a physician, I can comfortably say he knows human anatomy better than most orthopedic surgeons. By way of example, Jim not only has an understanding of the insertion and attachment ligaments, tendons and connective tissues, he also understands how multiple tissue layers are aligned and oriented about the inner skeletal support system.
I have been going to see Jim for over a year. Perhaps the best testament to his skill and expertise is that I need him far less than I did one year ago and have developed the needed skills to not only maintain a healthy physical condition but also improve my musculoskeletal health. Above and beyond his level of competence are his demeanor and the way he interacts with with his patients and friends alike."
Dr. Stuart Schecter
I have been going to see Jim for over a year. Perhaps the best testament to his skill and expertise is that I need him far less than I did one year ago and have developed the needed skills to not only maintain a healthy physical condition but also improve my musculoskeletal health. Above and beyond his level of competence are his demeanor and the way he interacts with with his patients and friends alike."
Dr. Stuart Schecter
"In the past I had hired aggressive personal trainers and I came out of every session a beaten puppy. After a few weeks I became very stiff and began having blood circulation issues, my cardiologist at Columbia Presbyterian sent me to the Wharton Performance Clinic. You see, I have a very serious physical impairment, and its called being 70 years old. After a few sessions this work became the only medicine I know".
Albert Gordon, Investment Banker (retired)
from NPR interview
Albert Gordon, Investment Banker (retired)
from NPR interview
"At every place I have coached, the Wharton's stretching and strengthening program has been a big part of the teams' successes. Now in my third year at Harvard, the program is flourishing in large part because our athletes are staying healthy and able to train at a higher level. The stretching routine is simple, straightforward and effective. It enables each one of our athletes to implement their stretching routine without the use of any fancy equipment or expensive personal trainers. All you need is your rope. Everyone on my team knows that if you don't show up for practice with your rope, you might as well not show up. It would be like showing up without your running shoes as they are equally essential. Tom Nohilly did a clinic with our sports medicine department and our strength and conditioning staff and now all of Harvard athletics incorporates some aspect of Wharton Performance. Our cross country team is still in the rebuilding phase, but we are all committed to competing at the national level and the Wharton's program is a key ingredient in that process. They truly are the team behind our dream."
Jason Saretsky, Director of Track and Field/Cross Country at Harvard University
Jason Saretsky, Director of Track and Field/Cross Country at Harvard University
The Whartons have made me stronger and faster and gotten me to the finish line at my last three marathons. I ran my first marathon in 1993. After having three sons, I started to train again but kept getting injured. I got so frustrated by the constant pain that I thought I would have to give up running. I looked into Wharton Performance at the suggestion of a friend and began regular visits. I was able to run the NYC Marathon in 2005 completely pain-free. Encouraged, I then worked with Tommy Nohilly to see if I could improve on just finishing. With the stretching, strengthening, training and encouragement that I got from the Wharton Team, I was able to finish the NYC Marathon the following year, fast enough to qualify for Boston. I am now looking at completing two marathons this year and wouldn’t think of doing it without my weekly visits to Wharton.
Diane Weinberger, runner, mother and HUGE Wharton Fan!
Diane Weinberger, runner, mother and HUGE Wharton Fan!
Khalid Khannouchi
After years of unsuccessful physical therapy for chronic ITB issues, I started treatment at Wharton Performance. Before long, I was able to PR in a half marathon - thanks to an amazing therapist, Jimmy Lynch. Jimmy has outstanding diagnostic skills, addresses underlying issues and provides excellent overall treatment. Jimmy really understands the body and just knows how to make you feel better. I was so defeated by my injury but Jimmy's positive attitude and non quitting spirit pulled me through mentally and physically. He is extremely thorough, attentive and sincerely cares about his clients. In fact, the entire Wharton staff make you feel like you are part of the family. Whenever Jim Wharton is in the office, he makes sure to stop by and check on your progress. I used to dread going to PT but going to the clinic is a pleasure. They are all top notch professionals with a great personal touch.
Sue Whalen
Sue Whalen