Sports Rehabilitation Center

read moreAs a Division I swimmer, Brian Tovin experienced the superior medical care provided to athletes. As a Physical Therapist and Athletic Trainer, Brian focused on his professional goal: to provide this level of care for all individuals with musculoskeletal injuries. To accomplish this goal, Brian earned advanced degrees in orthopaedic physical therapy and traveled the globe to learn from the best clinicians in the field. During this time, he found that most large geographic regions had an elite physical therapy clinic staffed by renowned clinicians who were experts in orthopaedic and sports physical therapy.

read moreAfter the initial physical therapy evaluation, treatment goals and the plan of care are established. Aquatic rehabilitation is intended to be a transition method used until patients can return to dry-land activities without increased pain or swelling. The physical therapist will help determine if aquatic therapy is indicated to meet your treatment goals. We use a pool and underwater treadmills at some of our locations to help return patients to their prior level of activity in the safest and most efficient way possible.

read moreThe goals of physical therapy for most patients focus on decreasing pain and swelling, increasing joint and soft tissue mobility, increasing flexibility, and increasing muscle performance. By addressing these impairments, patients have an easier time returning to their previous level of activity. While many machines and modalities are used to accomplish these goals, most skilled clinicians will use their hands as an adjunct to treatment. Referred to as manual therapy, the use of a "hands-on" approach offers the physical therapist more insight into a patient's condition.