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Hands-on manual therapy can be the missing link between pain relief and lasting progress. At Chardon Performance Therapy, we believe movement is medicine—but so are skilled hands.

Recovery isn’t just about strength gains and range of motion—it’s about mindset. For athletes, dancers, and active individuals, the emotional side of injury is often the hardest part. Pain can heal, but fear, frustration, or unrealistic expectations can quietly delay progress. Understanding the mental health side of recovery is key to returning—not just physically, but fully.

As the weather warms up and the ground thaws, many of us are eager to get our hands in the dirt. But before you dive into planting, weeding, and mulching, it's important to get your body garden-ready.

Back pain is a common and frustrating issue for golfers, affecting their bodies and performance.

RED-S expands on the Female Athlete Triad by recognizing that low energy availability affects both men and women 

In Perimenopause, declining estrogen levels affect collagen production, tendon elasticity, and joint lubrication, increasing the risk...

If you spend long hours at a desk, you’ve probably felt the aches and pains that come with it.

Whether you’re gearing up for a recital, competition, or just a fun night out, preparation is key to giving your best performance.

Working out at home can be convenient and effective, but what happens when you are dealing with an injury?

For runners, winter weather in Northeast Ohio often means trading scenic outdoor routes for treadmills or indoor tracks.

Winter in Northeast Ohio brings challenges—not just for your driveway but for your body as well. The colder weather, icy conditions, and sea

Winter in Northeast Ohio often means waking up to snow-covered driveways and sidewalks.

Find yourself shoveling snow? Read this before touching the shovel!

Strength and flexibility are essential components of athletic performance, regardless of the sport.

At Chardon Performance Therapy, our passion lies in helping active adults and athletes in Chardon, OH, lead pain-free and fulfilling lives.

Watch as our expert therapists engage in a hands-on, interactive session, guiding clients toward their peak performance. Here Rick is...

Foam rollers to birddogs- add these exercises to your routine for increased mobility and less pain doing what you love.

These are my top daily exercises to improve a pain free lower back. Typically these tasks require in-depth instruction with very specific...

Low back pain that resolves when sitting down is considered low back pain with a “flexion”, or bend forward, preference. In this video I...

Strengthen Your Gardening Game: Essential Upper Back Exercises for a Pain-Free Garden Season