Rehab & Performance Therapy
Rehab & Performance Therapy focuses on restoring strength, mobility, and control to help reduce pain, prevent injury, and improve how the body moves under real-life and training demands. Through individualized exercise programming and movement coaching, this approach addresses the root causes of dysfunction rather than just symptoms.
At Optimal Health & Performance, rehab and performance therapy is integrated with hands-on care when needed to build resilience, improve efficiency, and support long-term movement and athletic performance.
Our rehab and performance programs are guided by Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization (DNS) and the Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA) to ensure strength and movement are built on a solid, efficient foundation.
Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization
DNS
Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization (DNS) is a movement-based approach that focuses on restoring proper joint stability, breathing, and coordination to improve how the body moves under load. By retraining foundational movement patterns, DNS helps improve strength transfer, reduce compensations, and support long-term pain relief and performance.
Selective Functional Movement Assessment
SFMA
The Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA) is a systematic movement screening used to identify the root cause of pain or movement limitation. By assessing how the body moves as a whole, SFMA helps guide targeted rehab and strength strategies that restore efficient movement and reduce the risk of recurring pain or injury.
Rehab & Performance Therapy FAQs
What is Rehab & Performance Therapy?
Rehab & Performance Therapy is a movement-based approach designed to help you recover from injuries, improve mobility, build strength, and return to activity with better mechanics and less pain.
What conditions do you treat with rehab therapy?
Rehab therapy can help with:
Back pain and stiffness
Neck and shoulder issues
Hip pain and tightness
Knee pain
Tendon irritation (like golfer’s elbow or Achilles pain)
Sports injuries and overuse issuesMobility limitations and movement dysfunction
Is this like physical therapy?
It’s similar in that it focuses on improving function through movement, mobility, and strengthening. The difference is your plan is individualized and often combined with hands-on care when needed to improve results.
Do I need to be an athlete to benefit from this?
Not at all. Rehab & Performance Therapy is for anyone who wants to move better, feel stronger, and recover from pain or injury—whether you’re an athlete or just trying to stay active.
What happens during a rehab session?
Sessions may include:
Movement assessment
Mobility work
Strength and stability training
Corrective exercises
Sport- or goal-specific progressionsGuidance on what to do between visits
Will I be sore after rehab therapy?
Possibly. Mild soreness is normal, especially when starting a new program or strengthening weak areas. We scale intensity appropriately and progress based on how your body responds.
How many sessions will I need?
That depends on your goals, injury history, and how long the issue has been going on. Some patients only need a few sessions to learn the right plan, while others benefit from ongoing progressions over time.
Can rehab therapy be combined with chiropractic care or dry needling?
Yes. Many patients get the best results from combining rehab with chiropractic adjustments, soft tissue therapy, or dry needling—especially when pain and movement restrictions are both present.
