Ulices “Uly” Vazquez, DPT, FAFS
Director of ACL Prevention Program
Orthopedics | Sports Rehabilitation | Soccer Athletes | Injury Prevention
Location: Encinitas
As both a physical therapist and lifelong soccer player, I understand how frustrating it is to miss time because of injury. I’m passionate about helping athletes move better, recover fully, and return to the field with strength and confidence.
WHO I WORK WITH
⚽ Soccer Athletes
Supporting youth, club, collegiate, and adult soccer players with injury recovery, performance, and long-term durability.
🦵 Athletes Recovering from ACL Injuries
Helping athletes safely rebuild strength, movement quality, and confidence after ACL injury or surgery.
🏃 Active Individuals with Sports Injuries
Working with people dealing with orthopedic pain, overuse injuries, and movement limitations that interfere with staying active.
💪 Athletes Looking to Prevent Injury
Helping athletes improve strength, movement mechanics, and resilience to reduce injury risk before problems start.
👟 Female Athletes at Higher Risk for ACL Injury
Supporting young female athletes with strength, movement training, and prevention strategies to lower ACL injury risk.
SPECIALTY
- Director of ACL Prevention Program
- Soccer Athlete Performance & Rehabilitation
- ACL Injury Recovery
- Orthopedic Rehabilitation
- Sports-Related Injuries
- Injury Prevention
- Strength & Conditioning
- Return-to-Sport Training
MY APPROACH (G3 VALUES)
Gather
Creating an environment where athletes feel understood, supported, and motivated throughout every stage of recovery and performance.
Give
Providing clear guidance, individualized rehab, and sport-specific training so athletes understand their bodies and know exactly what it takes to return safely.
Grow
Helping athletes become stronger, more resilient, and more confident so they can stay healthy and continue performing at a high level.
ABOUT ME
I’m a Doctor of Physical Therapy who works with individuals of all backgrounds and activity levels, helping them move better, recover from injury, and return to doing what they enjoy. While I treat a wide range of conditions, I have a strong passion for working with soccer athletes—from youth club players to collegiate and professional levels—helping keep them healthy, resilient, and able to fully enjoy the game.
My work includes injury rehabilitation as well as sport-specific strength and conditioning tailored to the demands of both in-season and off-season performance. I’ve had the opportunity to work with competitive youth soccer clubs including Surf, City SC, Samba Soccer Academy, and Encinitas Express.
As a San Diego native, I grew up playing competitive soccer through local clubs and the U.S. Development Academy system, and I’ve personally navigated the college recruitment process. While I was recruited to play at San Diego State University, I chose to attend California State University San Marcos. Today, I stay involved in the game recreationally and remain committed to helping the next generation of athletes succeed.
Combining my clinical training with my experience as a lifelong athlete allows me to bring a well-rounded perspective to injury prevention, rehabilitation, and performance care—so athletes can stay healthy and continue playing the sport they love.
Credentials
- Doctor of Physical Therapy – University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
- Gray Institute for Functional Transformation (GIFT)
- Fellow of Applied Functional Science (FAFS)
Keep Athletes Healthy. Keep Them Playing. Help Them Perform.
Whether you’re recovering from an ACL injury, dealing with a sports-related setback, or trying to stay healthy throughout the season, the goal is the same: build strength, restore confidence, and get back to doing what you love.