Fortitude & Freedom

Fortitude & Freedom We help people resolve pain through movement rather than pain medication, injections or surgery!

If you’re looking for a performance physical therapy clinic, with performance culture, apply now! If you know someone wh...
05/20/2026

If you’re looking for a performance physical therapy clinic, with performance culture, apply now!

If you know someone who would be a good fit, please share with them!

We’re not just looking for any PT, but the right PT!

Spring mileage went up. So did the knee pain.If “rest, ice, stretch” hasn’t fixed your runner’s knee, that’s because the...
04/29/2026

Spring mileage went up. So did the knee pain.

If “rest, ice, stretch” hasn’t fixed your runner’s knee, that’s because the research moved past it. Patellofemoral pain isn’t a cartilage problem. It’s a load tolerance problem, and the fix isn’t to stop running. It’s to load the knee correctly while you keep moving.

The latest evidence is clear:
→ Hip and glute strength matters as much as quad strength
→ A 5–10% bump in cadence cuts knee load measurably
→ Pain-guided running beats complete rest
→ The training error that started this is the one to fix

Just dropped a full breakdown on the blog. If your knees have been angry, this is the read.

Link in bio.

Excited to participate in our first !As a physical therapy practice that specializes in barbell athletes, we couldn’t t...
04/25/2026

Excited to participate in our first !

As a physical therapy practice that specializes in barbell athletes, we couldn’t turn down the invitation!

If you or someone you know is struggling with pain or injuries, or you’re just looking to improve your performance, stop by to learn what you can do about it…and actually do it! We can help!

We’re looking to grow our team at Fortitude & Freedom Performance Therapy!We’re looking for a physical therapist who is ...
04/24/2026

We’re looking to grow our team at Fortitude & Freedom Performance Therapy!

We’re looking for a physical therapist who is eager to grow personally and professionally and be part of something truly special!

Email resumes to jake.pawol@fortitudeandfreedom.com

We’re looking for a part time Administrative Assistant for the summer!We’re looking for someone who is eager to learn an...
04/22/2026

We’re looking for a part time Administrative Assistant for the summer!

We’re looking for someone who is eager to learn and grow!

If you or someone you know fits the description, please contact us!

This is what it’s all about! ⬆️ And disclaimer, sometimes you won’t get to this point for a while, but it’s ALWAYS poss...
04/18/2026

This is what it’s all about! ⬆️

And disclaimer, sometimes you won’t get to this point for a while, but it’s ALWAYS possible!

01/31/2026

Fortitude & Freedom Performance Therapy: Where strength of mind leads to freedom of body.

Every session is true 1-on-1 care, built around a fitness-forward mindset and a clear plan from day one.

You’ll know what we’re working on, why it matters, and what “success” actually looks like.

Our goal isn’t just to get you out of pain.

It’s to give you the tools, strength, and confidence to stay pain-free while training hard and living an active life.

If movement matters to you, this is care designed to keep you moving.

We have many to thank for another great year serving clients and growing our clinic, but most of all we thank all of you...
12/31/2025

We have many to thank for another great year serving clients and growing our clinic, but most of all we thank all of you who chose us for your rehab and performance needs!

Thank you!

And Happy New Year!

Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas! 🎄🎁
12/23/2025

Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas! 🎄🎁

Address

1040 SE Frontier Avenue #120
Waukee, IA
50263

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 4pm
Tuesday 7am - 4pm
Wednesday 7am - 4pm
Thursday 7am - 4pm
Friday 7am - 12pm
Saturday 9am - 12pm

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