Do you feel ready to return to peak performance after your injury?
Are you unsure of what to do next to get back to playing the sport you love?
Physical therapists with training and experience in sports performance are ideally equipped to elevate you to the next level. Capitalize on their trained eyes so they can apply their expertise to your personal performance and fitness. They can specifically assess the unique needs and demands of your sport, work or recreational activity. Furthermore they can conduct appropriate functional tests to find your specific strengths, weaknesses and limitations. A comprehensive training program to get you back to your favorite sport or activity can then be tailored for you.
UNLOCKING PEAK PERFORMANCE WITH PHYSICAL THERAPY
Your customized exercise program may focus on any or all of the following:
- Speed and acceleration
- Multi-directional speed and agility
- Explosive power
- Plyometrics
- Core training
- Three-dimensional stretching
- Rehabilitation
- Strength and conditioning
- Balance
- Sport-specific training
Sports Performance programs require an educational component to progress from rehabilitative exercises to ‘higher-end’ sports training. We offer:
- Functional and sports rehabilitation
- Post-operative orthopedic care, with return to play transition
- Sports performance enhancement
- Sports recovery: nutrition, hydration and sleep
- Preseason, during and post season strength and conditioning programs
- Joint mobility and motor control screening for injury prevention and performance enhancement
Our Sports Performance Training Programs are offered in partnership with PTMotionLab and are offered at our Bellevue, WA, and Edmonds, WA clinics, as well as our First Hill clinic in Seattle, WA.
All services are self-pay and collected at the time of service. Visit the PTMotionLab website to schedule.
how physical therapists help you achieve peak performance
Physical therapists utilize a comprehensive assessment process to identify areas for improvement. This may involve:
Movement Analysis
Through video analysis, gait assessment, and functional movement screens, therapists can pinpoint movement inefficiencies and imbalances hindering your performance.
Strength and Power Evaluation
Muscle strength, power output, and endurance are essential for athletic success. Therapists use specialized tests to assess these qualities and identify areas where you can gain an edge.
Range of Motion (ROM) and Mobility Assessment
Limited mobility and ROM can restrict movement and affect performance. Therapists assess joint mobility and design stretching routines for optimal athletic motion.
Balance and Coordination Testing
Good balance and coordination are essential for athletic success. Therapists use various tests to assess these qualities and create drills to improve them.
the physical therapist’s advantage
Our therapists deeply understand the musculoskeletal system and how it functions during athletic movements. This allows them to create targeted programs specific to your sport’s demands.
Our team will create individualized programs that progress gradually and monitor your progress over time, making adjustments to ensure continuous improvement. We utilize various techniques and activities to optimize your performance:
- Functional Movement Training: Exercises that mimic movements specific to your sport to improve technique and efficiency, allowing you to move with greater power and precision.
- Mobility Techniques: Stretching routines and manual therapy techniques to improve joint mobility and range of motion for efficient movement.
- Strength Training: Targeted exercises to improve strength, power, and endurance specific to your sport.
- Plyometrics: Explosive exercises to enhance power and jumping ability are crucial for many sports.
- Balance and Coordination Drills: Activities to improve balance, agility, and reaction time, giving you an edge on the field.
Unleashing Your Athletic Potential
Working with one of our physical therapists in Bellevue, Edmonds, Fremont, First Hill, Magnolia or Issaquah gives you a significant advantage in reaching your peak performance. Our approach allows you to train harder, recover faster, and achieve your full athletic potential.
Are you ready to dominate your sport? Contact MTI Physical Therapy today and schedule an appointment with one of our experienced sports performance physical therapists!
frequently asked questions
What is athlete performance training in physical therapy?
Athlete performance training integrates advanced knowledge of joint biomechanics, neuromuscular control, and movement efficiency to enhance performance and reduce injury risk. Board-certified sports physical therapists deliver individualized programs that address mobility, strength, and coordination, helping athletes optimize performance with a clinically guided, evidence-based approach.
How do board-certified sports physical therapists improve athletic performance?
Board-certified sports therapists utilize manual therapy, targeted exercise, and biomechanical analysis to address movement restrictions and inefficiencies. With a deep understanding of joint mechanics, they enhance mobility, stability, and force production. This approach improves performance, reduces injury risk, and supports long-term athletic development.
How is an athletic performance program designed in physical therapy?
Programs are individualized based on comprehensive assessment of movement patterns, strength, and sport-specific demands. Therapists apply precise exercise dosage, progressive loading, and periodized program design to optimize adaptation and performance. This structured approach ensures safe progression, measurable improvement, and return-to-sport readiness.
