athELITE Performance Therapy

athELITE Performance Therapy We are a sports medicine clinic whose focus is to return our patients to the their sport better than before.

athELITE Performance Therapy is a rehabilitation clinic unlike many others. athELITE Performance Therapy was born out of a desire to bring the highest quality of physical therapy to our patients in an ever changing world of insurance reimbursement. Over the years insurance reimbursements for physical therapy has steadily declined, while costs to deliver physical therapy and cost of living have increased. In order to increase revenue and maintain profit margins, traditional cookie-cutter physical therapy clinics have simply increased their volume to offset annual decreases in reimbursement. This means that because they are getting paid less to deliver care, they simply stack patients up on top of each other and some therapists end up seeing 20-30 patients a day. This means that while you may be in the clinic for an hour or even longer, you may only get 10-15 minutes of face time with your therapist. 10-15 minutes is not nearly enough to diagnose and treat your condition thoroughly. Many times patients do not receive the outcomes that are possible and quite frankly, the outcomes they deserve. This is the reason why we only see patients on a 1-to-1 basis for a full hour so that our Doctors can adequately assess and treat their condition. Our focus is to help facilitate the return our patients to the activities they love without pain or discomfort. At athELITE Performance Therapy, our mission is to re-teach our patients how to move and manipulate their bodies in a manner that minimizes stress and the chance of injury. Through education and empowerment, we give our patient's the tools to understand and manage their pain throughout their lifetime.

One lazy day a week might be exactly what your muscles need.Rest isn’t the opposite of training, it’s part of it. Recove...
09/10/2025

One lazy day a week might be exactly what your muscles need.

Rest isn’t the opposite of training, it’s part of it. Recovery is when the real progress happens. Without it, your body stays inflamed, your muscles can’t rebuild, and your gains hit a plateau.

Research shows that a full rest day each week helps:
• Reduce muscle inflammation
• Rebuild and grow muscle tissue
• Replenish energy stores (like glycogen)
• Balance hormones like cortisol and testosterone
• Prevent overuse injuries
• Improve long-term performance

Even elite athletes schedule rest to let their bodies adapt and grow stronger. Skipping recovery slows you down, no matter how hard you train.

You’re not being lazy. You’re giving your body what it needs to come back better.

So block off one full day each week.

Sleep in, take a walk, stretch, breathe....

Your muscles will thank you for it.

Your future strength and performance depends on it.

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28032435/

09/05/2025

A patient came in with knee pain. Here’s a look at a typical session at AthElite.

We start with a thorough evaluation and strength testing, followed by hands-on manual therapy to get things moving right. Then it’s into targeted rehab and conditioning designed specifically for your needs.

This isn’t just treatment, it’s personalized care to help you recover, move better, and perform at your best. Simple but always tailored to your needs.

Most injuries don’t just “happen” out of nowhere, they build up over time. An injury screen helps spot the weak links be...
08/29/2025

Most injuries don’t just “happen” out of nowhere, they build up over time. An injury screen helps spot the weak links before they turn into bigger problems.

✔️ Identifies hidden movement issues
✔️ Shows you where you’re most at risk
✔️ Gives you a clear plan to stay healthy and perform at your best

Want to know where you stand? Comment Risk below and get a free injury screen.

We’re offering FREE Injury Risk Screenings for athletes of all levels.What does that mean? An injury risk screen is a qu...
08/26/2025

We’re offering FREE Injury Risk Screenings for athletes of all levels.

What does that mean? An injury risk screen is a quick assessment that looks at how you move, tests for muscle imbalances, and checks for weak spots that could put you at higher risk for injury.

It’s not just about finding problems—it’s about giving you a clear picture of your body so you can train smarter, stay healthy, and perform at your best.

Comment Risk below to claim your free screening and get ahead of injuries before they happen.

Meet Dr. Brandon, the newest PT on the AthElite squad! 🙌He’s a Board Certified Sports Clinical Specialist and a Certifie...
08/22/2025

Meet Dr. Brandon, the newest PT on the AthElite squad! 🙌

He’s a Board Certified Sports Clinical Specialist and a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist 💪 Blending sports medicine and performance training, he helps athletes recover, stay healthy, and perform at their best.

Brandon brings serious expertise:
✅ Studied Neurobiology at UC Davis
✅ Completed PT school in Boston
✅ Finished a Sports Residency with UPMC in Pittsburgh
✅ Worked with Pitt Men’s & Women’s Basketball during the 2023-24 season 🏀

Outside the clinic you’ll find him on the tennis court, golfing, hiking with his dog Willie, or traveling with his wife ✈

We’re hyped to have Brandon on the team! Comment INJURY below to claim a free injury testing session with him.

08/13/2025

Feeling sore and tight after a tough workout is normal, but staying that way is not the goal. Recovery is where your body repairs, grows stronger, and gets ready for the next challenge. That is why we offer more than just one way to help you bounce back faster and feel your best.

Here is what we have for you:
✅ Cupping to release muscle tension and improve blood flow
✅ Massage therapy to work out knots and promote relaxation
✅ Assisted stretching to restore range of motion and prevent stiffness
✅ Compression therapy to reduce swelling and speed up recovery
✅ Sauna sessions to relax muscles and boost circulation
✅ Cold plunge therapy to lower inflammation and enhance recovery

These recovery tools work together to give your body exactly what it needs after intense training. Whether you are building strength, pushing performance, or just want to move without pain, we have you covered.

Train hard. Recover smart. Your next session starts here.

One quick hands-on technique. Big changes in pain, stiffness, and movement.This new 2025 study looked at people dealing ...
08/07/2025

One quick hands-on technique. Big changes in pain, stiffness, and movement.

This new 2025 study looked at people dealing with mechanical neck pain. The kind that limits your motion and affects daily life.

Researchers tested a technique called Mobilization with Movement (MWM). It's a manual therapy approach that combines joint mobilization with active movement.

The results?

- Immediate pain reduction after treatment
- Noticeable decrease in cervical muscle stiffness
- Significant improvement in neck range of motion
- These effects happened in just one session.

This shows how the nervous system and tissues respond quickly when the right input is applied with precision.

Manual therapy, when used intentionally and paired with movement, can be more than just temporary relief. It can shift how your body functions and feels right away.

Neck pain doesn't always need months of work to feel better. Sometimes it starts with the right technique, at the right time.

The goal is not to chase symptoms but to restore motion, reduce threat, and help you move without fear.

Keep moving, keep learning, and trust your body’s ability to respond.

Read more here:
DOI:10.1080/09593985.2025.2473471

Achilles pain at the heel? You might be compressing the tendon more than you think.A 2025 study looked at people dealing...
08/07/2025

Achilles pain at the heel? You might be compressing the tendon more than you think.

A 2025 study looked at people dealing with insertional Achilles tendinopathy, a stubborn injury that affects the point where the Achilles tendon meets the heel bone.

Researchers compared two rehab approaches:

1. Traditional loading exercises that involved deep ankle dorsiflexion (like heel drops over the edge of a step)
2. A modified program designed to reduce compression on the tendon by avoiding dorsiflexed positions during loading

After 12 weeks, the group that reduced compression had significantly better outcomes. They reported:

✔️ Less pain during walking and running
✔️ Greater improvement in function
✔️ Higher return-to-running rates
✔️ Better adherence to the program

This shows us that how you load a tendon can be just as important as how much you load it. Insertional tendinopathy is often aggravated by too much compression, especially in stretched positions like when your heel drops below a step.

What this means for you:

- Avoid aggressive stretching or heel drops over steps if your pain is right where the tendon inserts
- Focus on slow, controlled loading in more neutral ankle positions
- Use shoes with a slight heel lift to decrease tendon compression early in rehab
- Gradually reintroduce range of motion and stretch once strength and pain improve

If you’ve been stuck in pain despite doing “the right exercises,” you might just need to rethink how you’re doing them.

At AthElite, we tailor your rehab based on both research and how your body responds.

Message us if you’re dealing with heel pain that just won’t go away.

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85034

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athELITE Performance Therapy is a rehabilitation clinic unlike many others. athELITE Performance Therapy was born out of a desire to bring the highest quality of physical therapy to our patients in an ever changing world of insurance reimbursement. Over the years insurance reimbursements for physical therapy has steadily declined, while costs to deliver physical therapy and cost of living have increased. In order to increase revenue and maintain profit margins, traditional cookie-cutter physical therapy clinics have simply increased their volume to offset annual decreases in reimbursement. This means that because they are getting paid less to deliver care, they simply stack patients up on top of each other and some therapists end up seeing 20-30 patients a day. This means that while you may be in the clinic for an hour or even longer, you may only get 10-15 minutes of face time with your therapist. 10-15 minutes is not nearly enough to diagnose and treat your condition thoroughly. Many times patients do not receive the outcomes that are possible and quite frankly, the outcomes they deserve. This is the reason why we only see patients on a 1-to-1 basis for a full hour so that our Doctors can adequately assess and treat your condition. Our focus is to help facilitate the return our patients to the activities they love without pain or discomfort. At athELITE Performance Therapy, our mission is to re-teach our patients how to move and manipulate their bodies in a manner that minimizes stress and chance of injury. Through education and empowerment, we give our patient's the tools to understand and manage their pain throughout their lifetime.