Clinics, Labs & Research
PEAK Academy (Performance Enhancement through Applied Knowledge) is a clinic of the Department of Exercise and Sport Science in the College of Health. PEAK provides Faculty and Staff Fitness Classes for all full and part-time employees of the University of Utah.
The PEAK clinic allows faculty members in Exercise and Sport Science to provide practical training education for their undergraduate and graduate students.
The mission of PEAK is to foster the development of learned knowledge for ESS students and provide professional level services to University and community members.
Balance and Falls Prevention Program
A two-tiered program targeted at:
- Individuals with balance deficits requiring acute rehabilitation intervention
- A "wellness" program designed to emphasize primary prevention.
All participants will be examined utilizing computerized testing to more clearly identify the sensory and motor contributions to their balance problems. In addition, clinical measures of balance are utilized to gauge fall risk and measure progress.
Program Contact
Administered By
Division of Physical Therapy
