Laura Snyder

Is a 1993 Physical Therapy graduate from Russell Sage College and 1986 Health Fitness/Athletic Training graduate from Springfield College. Laura has been employed at LaMarco Physical Therapy since 1993. She is a Certified Healing Touch Practitioner and specializes in manual therapy techniques, orthopedics, sports rehabilitation and exercise program development.

Laura is an active speaker for the Healing Touch Program and maintains a private Healing Touch practice. Laura upholds a strong working relationship with her local school athletic programs and youth sports leagues as a supporter, coach and speaker. Prior to becoming a physical therapist, Laura spent many years in the corporate fitness industry as a personal trainer and aerobic instructor. Laura has been taking courses and practicing the art of Healing Touch.

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Sciatica


Millions of people suffer from low back pain each day. Most are between the ages of 30 and 50, and many endure not only back pain, but also severe pain or numbness running into one or both legs. The result: loss of activity, inability to work and inability to participate in the activities we enjoy most. It is estimated that some 80 to 90% of Americans will suffer from back pain during their lifetime, about 50% of which will have more than one episode. Often times, you will hear the name “Sciatica” associated with this pain, and rightly so.

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