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Spark Physical Therapy

We are athletes-turned-therapists who created a clinic that we would want to go to if we got hurt.

We help active people stay active and accomplish the goals that matter most to them.

12/16/2025

You can't spell physical therapy without "yap" 😂🗣️💪🏼💥

12/10/2025

If your knee pain isn’t getting better, there’s a good chance the knee isn’t the real problem. 👇
Most active adults, runners, and lifters we work with in Akron discover their pain is actually coming from the hips or ankles — and once we fix those, the knee finally calms down.

In this video, we break down 3 signs your knee pain ISN’T coming from your knee (and what to do instead). If you’re dealing with nagging pain with running, squatting, stairs, or daily movement, this might explain everything.

At Spark Physical Therapy in Fairlawn, we help active adults get out of pain and back to the workouts, miles, and lifestyle they love — without unnecessary procedures or cookie-cutter PT.

👉 Want a personalized plan to finally fix your knee pain?
Send us a message or schedule a call with our experts today.

12/06/2025

You’re not broken — you just need a plan. ✅

Progress doesn’t happen by accident…it happens with intention.

We help you rebuild confidence in how your body moves. Because strength isn’t just about lifting weight — it’s about living without limits.

Every session, every rep, every step forward… that’s performance-focused rehab.

Ready to move stronger? Schedule a call with an expert today.

Serving active adults and athletes in the communities of Fairlawn, Copley, Akron, and surrounding areas.

12/05/2025

After 10 years of back pain… this lifter finally got back to doing what they love. And here’s exactly how we helped them do it 👇

For many active adults in Akron, back pain isn’t just “tight muscles.” It’s stopping them from lifting, running, training, or even moving with confidence.

At Spark Physical Therapy, we take a different approach:

1️⃣ Find the real problem Instead of blaming the barbell, we looked at mobility, core control, lifting mechanics, and movement patterns.

2️⃣ Calm irritation quickly Gentle mobility, manual therapy, core activation, and smart modifications to get symptoms under control fast.

3️⃣ Rebuild strength where it matters Glutes, core, mid-back, and hip hinge control — the foundations of a strong, resilient spine.

4️⃣ Return to the barbell with confidence Dialed-in technique, proper bracing, mechanics-neutral spine, and gradual loading that actually sticks.

This is how we help people who’ve had pain for years finally get back to lifting, not just “manage” pain.

If you’ve been dealing with pain that keeps coming back — or you feel stuck, frustrated, or nervous every time you train — you don’t have to stay there.

The easiest way to get started is to go to our website and schedule a call with an expert. We will guide you on the best next steps to accomplishing your goals!

12/03/2025

What happens after rehab? What if your pain is under control — but you still have bigger goals? What if you want to run farther… lift heavier… feel stronger… and make sure the injury never comes back?

That’s exactly why we built the Bulletproof Body Program.
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This is our monthly / bi-weekly performance program for runners and active adults who are done with rehab… but nowhere near done with their journey. Because once the pain calms down, that’s when the real work — the fun work — begins.

Every session is 1:1 for 60 minutes, built entirely around your performance goals. Your program gets upgraded and tweaked month after month as you get stronger, more resilient, and more confident.

Here are some of the things members have achieved in 2025:
🏃‍♂️ Ran a half marathon after being told they'd never run again after surgery

💪 Hit a pain-free deadlift again (and a new PR)

🏅 Completed multiple duathlons and won their age group (with a PR)

🔥 Kept their shoulders strong and healthy after the Bulletproof Shoulders program

In the Bulletproof Body Program, you get:
✔️ A tailored strength + mobility plan that evolves as you do

✔️ Strategic injury-prevention coaching

✔️ A performance-focused environment built for runners, lifters, and active adults

✔️ A plan to keep your body healthy and stop injuries before they become a problem
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If you’re wondering what comes after rehab — this is it. A stronger, faster, more durable version of yourself.

11/26/2025

Client Success: Shoulder Pain ➡️ Bench Press

Shoulder pain when benching can be incredibly frustrating—especially when you’ve got big goals like a powerlifting meet coming up. 💪🔥

This client came to Lexi with bicep tendon pain during bench press that had been limiting training for months. After testing and dialing in the real root cause, the game-changer wasn’t more stretching or resting…

👉 It was targeted strengthening and proper shoulder stability work.

Now the client is back to benching, building strength, and feeling confident heading into the meet. 🙌

If you’re an Akron area lifter or active adult dealing with:
• shoulder pain when benching...
• biceps tendon irritation...
• pinching or weakness during pressing...
• pain that keeps coming back...
..we help athletes get back to lifting without endless rest or generic shoulder rehab.

📲 Send us a message and we’ll help you get started.

11/25/2025

🔥 Dealing with nagging muscle tightness, recurring pain, or that “always sore” spot that shows up every time you run, lift, or train?

Dry needling might be the game changer you’ve been missing.

At Spark Physical Therapy in Fairlawn/Akron, we use dry needling to help runners, lifters, and active adults break through stubborn muscle tension, improve mobility, and get back to training pain-free—without relying on medications or being told to rest.

✅ Reduces muscle tightness and trigger points

✅ Improves movement and recovery

✅ Helps with running injuries, shoulder pain, low back pain, knee pain, and hip issues

✅ Speeds up progress so you can stay active

Whether you’re training for a race, hitting the gym, or just want to move without discomfort, dry needling paired with sports physical therapy can help you feel stronger and perform better.

If you’re searching for dry needling near me, or want expert sports physical therapy in Fairlawn, Copley, or Akron, we’d love to help you get back to doing what you love.

👉 Send us a message or schedule an assessment to see if dry needling is right for you.

11/21/2025

If you’re dealing with rounded shoulders, neck tension, or that “hunched” feeling from long hours sitting at a desk… these 3 daily moves will help you open things up and feel stronger again 🙌

🔥 1. Wall Angels – Improve posture, activate the upper back, and teach your shoulder blades to move the right way.

🔥 2. Doorway Pec Stretch – Loosen tight chest muscles that pull your shoulders forward.

🔥 3. Prone I-Y-T Raises – Build strength where you’re weak: mid-back, rotator cuff, and postural stabilizers.

These are the same exercises we give active adults and desk workers here at Spark Physical Therapy in Akron/Fairlawn when shoulder fatigue, stiffness, or poor posture starts affecting training or daily life.

If your shoulders still feel tight, sore, or imbalanced after trying these, you might need a personalized plan to fix the root cause.

📲 Send us a message and we’ll help you figure out what’s going on so you can move, lift, and train pain-free again.

11/17/2025

💥 3 Signs of Shoulder Pain That You Shouldn’t Ignore 💥

Shoulder pain that keeps showing up in your workouts? Here are the top complaints we see every week at Spark Physical Therapy in Fairlawn/Akron — esp ecially in active adults, lifters, and athletes:

👉 1. Pain lasting more than 3 days

If your shoulder still hurts after rest or modifying your workouts, it’s not “just soreness.” Ongoing irritation needs direction, not more downtime.

👉 2. Pain that limits your training

Skipping workouts, avoiding overhead lifts, or changing everything just to get through a session? That’s a sign something deeper is going on — and you don’t need to stop training, you just need the right plan.

👉 3. Pain with weakness or limited mobility

If you can’t reach overhead, feel weaker, or notice decreased range of motion, your shoulder stability system may be off. Guessing your way through it often makes things worse.

✨ The good news: Most shoulder pain improves with a specific plan—NOT rest alone.

At Spark PT, we help active adults and athletes fix the root cause, rebuild strength, and get back to the gym with confidence.

📲 Ready to train smarter and feel better? Use the link in our bio to schedule a call with a performance PT.

11/13/2025

✨ Ready to Move Better, Feel Stronger, and Get Back to What You Love? ✨

At Spark Physical Therapy (Akron, OH), your first visit isn’t just an evaluation — it’s the start of a personalized plan built around YOUR goals, your movement, and what matters most to you.

In this video, we walk you through exactly what to expect during your first visit:

🏔️ 1: Find the Root Cause & Reduce Pain
We take you through a detailed 1:1 assessment to understand your history, goals, and movement patterns so we can address the real problem — not just the symptoms.

💪 2: Rebuild Strength, Stability & Mechanics
Every session is hands-on and guided by your physical therapist. You’ll learn how to move smarter, get stronger, and build confidence in your body again.

🔥 3: Prevent Future Injuries & Boost Performance
Whether you’re a gym-goer, runner, golfer, lifter, or active adult — we help you stay strong and pain-free long term.

At Spark PT, we help active adults and athletes overcome pain, avoid unnecessary procedures, and get back to the workouts, sports, and activities they love.
If you’re dealing with:
• Shoulder pain
• Knee pain
• Low-back pain
• Hip pain
• Calf pain
• Running or lifting injuries
• Or you just want to perform at a higher level…

👉 We’re here to help you climb your mountain.

📍 Located in Fairlawn/Akron, OH

📞 Talk to an Expert: 330-289-5280

🔗 Our Website: spark-physicaltherapy.com

Let’s get you moving better, feeling stronger, and living better. 🚀💥

11/12/2025

Knee pain doesn’t have to sideline your goals. 🏋🏻‍♂️💪

Something we work with all the time: nagging knee pain.

This client left with confidence, strength, and a clear plan.

At Spark Physical Therapy, we don’t just chase symptoms. We dig into root causes and rebuild how you move — so you can perform at your peak again.

Performance-focused rehab means you don’t have to settle for “good enough.”

Ready to move stronger without the setbacks? Schedule a call with an expert today.

Helping active adults and athletes across Akron, Fairlawn, Bath, and Copley move pain-free and perform better.

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Fairlawn, OH
44313, 44333, 44334, 44398

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http://spark-physicaltherapy.com/

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