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Our new Bainbridge location is now up and running inside @iva_ohio ! Catch Courtney there on Fridays.

Call or text us today to get on the schedule!!

Let’s put that foam roller to work!

#physicaltherapy #foamroller #homeworkouts

Single leg strengthening for this gymnast working on her comeback from a back injury 💪🤸‍♀️🏋️‍♀️

#performancetherapy #physicaltherapy #gymnaststrong

This elite hockey goalie is working on reaction time, cognitive training and eye tracking in late stage #concussionrecovery

Concussions are serious injuries. We have the expertise to get you recovered quickly, safely, and back to your game.

Visit our Blog on our website for concussion recovery tips.

www.Chardonpt.com

It’s never just one thing that makes or breaks progress. We tailor each session to the specific needs of each client and that means using a variety of techniques to support different goals.

Give us a call today and we can share more about how we can support you.

#physicaltherapy #performancetherapy #performancetraining #chardon #manualtherapytechniques

Training season is upon us! Get started off on the right foot this year by starting with a Running Assessment. Our certified, Gait Analyst, will guide you through a gait analysis and give you a recommended training plan to get you running your best.

Text us today to get scheduled, 440-299-7171

#performancetherapy #physicaltherapy #chardon #running

Gaining strength back after injury is tough but doable. Stay consistent and listen to your body.

#performancetherapy #physicaltherapy #chardon #performancetraining

We see the whole you, not just your injury.

We want to hear your story and come up with a plan together that works with your life. Dm us to start the conversation.

#performancetherapy #physicaltherapy #chardon

That’s right. It depends…on you! On you and your needs. Everyone’s therapy looks a little different. There are no “one-size fits all” options here -we tailor each plan of care to the client.

If you’re looking for a physical therapy team - set up a call today so we can hear your story!

#performancetherapy #physicaltherapy #chardon #performancetraining

📢“What makes you different than an insurance based practice?”
✅ We believe that you deserve to ACHIEVE YOUR IMPOSSIBLE

We don’t aim for baseline care.
We build plans that hold up.

Most people come in frustrated — still in pain, still limited, still unsure who to trust.

We listen.
We explain what’s actually going on.
We measure progress.
We challenge you toward real performance — not just symptom relief.

Because you don’t just want to feel “a little better.”
You want to train. Compete. Travel. Work. Show up fully.

You deserve to ACHIEVE YOUR IMPOSSIBLE.

If you’re tired of cycling through pain → temporary fixes → pain again…

Book your initial assessment. Let’s build something stronger.

#ChardonPerformanceTherapy
#AchieveYourImpossible
#OutOfNetworkPT
#PerformancePhysicalTherapy

More than strength. More than speed. Consistency is key. We see the work and we are here to guide and support the process.

#performancetherapy #performancetraining #chardon

Pro vs State Champ! What goes on during those early morning sessions??

#performancetherapy #performancetraining #chardon

What if you could build strength with lighter weight? BFR therapy allows us to stimulate muscle growth and strength using lower loads. That means less joint stress and smarter progress after injury.

We use it intentionally, especially in early rehab phases when heavy lifting isn’t an option.

#physicaltherapy #performancetherapy #performancetraining

The people who get back to training, competing, and showing up fully for their family aren’t the ones chasing quick fixes. They are the ones committed to the process. #physicaltherapy #performancetherapy #performancetraining #chardon

Manual Therapy is a cornerstone of effective physical therapy. We move you - then- You move you. Manual therapy can reduce pain and increase mobility allowing you to capitalize your efforts and improve recovery.

#physicaltherapy #performancetherapy #performancetraining #manualtherapy

Yogis often practice without objective feedback to confirm how their body is adapting over time. While awareness improves, there's rarely a clear way to see the progress you're making. Or recognize the work you're doing to maintain strength, balance, and longevity.

Good News! We have the solution: Longevity Screens for Yogis. We are offering Free Longevity Screens using VALD technology and evidence-based testing. Each participant completes a 15-minute assessment, repeated at 6 months to objectively highlight change.

See comments, post, or Taplink in bio for registration.

Elite hockey goalie performing late stage eye tracking, reaction time, and cardio work as he returns from a concussion.

#concussionrecovery #performancetherapy #chardon

“What’s your favorite technique?”
@drmeganzombory didn’t hesitate: Dry needling.

But this isn’t basic dry needling.

This is ultrasound-guided precision — where you can literally see the needle in the tissue in real time. No guessing. No blind treatment. Just targeted care exactly where it needs to go.

Why that matters:
• Greater accuracy
• Improved safety
• Faster changes in stubborn muscle tension
• Real solutions when other approaches haven’t worked

If you’re an active adult frustrated that your body isn’t responding the way it should… this is next-level care inside a Doctor-led physical therapy practice.

You don’t have to settle for “good enough.”
Book your initial assessment and let’s build a plan that actually holds up.

🎤 Interview by Wyatt Nelson — future media pro in the making.

#DryNeedling
#UltrasoundGuided
#PhysicalTherapist
#PerformanceCare
#SportsRehab
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NextLevelCare

Physical Therapist led mix of mobility and strength training! Perfect for beginners!

Tuesdays and Fridays at 8am!

DM us for more info!

We love getting messages from our clients on them achieving their impossible!

Are you being held back from YOUR impossible? Set up a call today and share your story with us and we can work together to make your impossible— possible.

#physicaltherapy #performancetherapy #chardon

Your story. Your plan of care. Your PT. Your journey to your impossible.

#physicaltherapy #performancetherapy #performancetraining #chardon

We have plenty of tools up our sleeves to help you find comfort and support in your progress toward your goals. We work together on building the best plan of care for you utilizing methods tailored to your needs.

Here our client is getting a shoulder ultrasound and dry needling during the same appointment. And this was after hands-on manual therapy and physical movements.

Contact us today and tell us your story to get started on working toward your impossible.

#physicaltherapy #performancetherapy #chardon #performancetraining

How are you staying active this winter? ❄️

While most people slow down, our running expert Courtney is still getting her miles in—yes, even in the snow. She layers smart, warms up indoors first, shortens her stride on slick surfaces, and makes visibility a priority. Snow miles aren’t slow miles… they’re strength miles.

And when she’s not running? She’s out cross-country skiing with her son, Miles. Low impact. Full body. Fresh air. Family time. That’s a win.

Staying active through winter helps you:
• Maintain strength + endurance
• Protect your joints from seasonal stiffness
• Boost mood and energy
• Head into spring ahead instead of starting over

Winter doesn’t have to mean losing momentum. It can be the season you build resilience.

If your body feels tighter, slower, or unsure right now—don’t wait until spring to address it. Let’s create a plan that keeps you strong, confident, and moving all year.

Call us today to get started, (440)299-7171.

In this episode of the Chardon BIZ Podcast, host Dave Nelson sits down with Jimmy Borsi, owner of Hoss Boss Auto Detail, to talk about what it takes to build a premium service business on standards, consistency, and pride in the work. Jimmy shares the story behind Hoss Boss and how the company has earned a reputation for delivering the “new car” feel through high-level interior and exterior detailing, plus specialized services like paint correction and ceramic coating designed to protect and preserve a vehicle in the long term. This conversation is packed with real lessons on craftsmanship, customer trust, and what it looks like to keep raising the bar as a business grows.

Listen to the whole podcast here: https://www.chardonperformancetherapy.com/podcast

13 yo gymnast working on her comeback story after battling low back pain for a year 💪

#physicaltherapy #performancetherapy #chardon #gymnastics

Shout out to all of our student athletes!! They work hard, show up everyday, and give it their all.

If you have a student athlete in pain- call us and share their story! We’ll share with you about our practice and what we can do to help.

#physicaltherapy #performancetherapy #chardon #studentathlete

You and your PT. Not you, the PT, and 9 other clients.

Check us out and don’t just see the difference, FEEL the difference.

#physicaltherapy #performancetherapy #chardon #performancetraining

Stop living in fear. Book your initial assessment, tell us your story, and walk out with a clear plan you can trust to get you back to doing what you love.

Call today 440-299-7171

#physicaltherapy #performancetherapy #chardon #performancetraining

Rotational strength is not the only factor in a powerful swing but it’s a good place to start. Our client here has mastered it and added it to his golf PT routine.

Follow for more golf PT content

#performancetherapy #golf #chardon #performancetraining

Need we say more?

Do you have a workout partner? Tell us in the comments!

#physicaltherapy #performancetherapy #chardon #performancetraining

That's Right! We're collaborating with @bigcreekclay to put on a Pain-Free Potters Workshop for all you clay and craft-loving folks! We will have our DPTs Dave Nelson and Megan Zombory share what's going on when you are feeling pain and tingling when throwing on the wheel or crafting at the bench. They will share insight on why it's happening and what you can do about it!!

This 45 minute workshop will be held at Big Creek Clay and we will be serving complimentary coffee.

To Register: Link in Bio, Comment, or DM us, and we'll send you the link.

If you’re suffering from TMJ symptoms or jaw pain contact us so we can hear your story and share with you how we do treatment the CPT way.

Text us today to get started 440-299-7171

#tmjtreatment #jawpain #chardon #performancetherapy #physicaltherapy

Golf Performance PT is all about :

🏃‍♂️Moving better
💪 Getting stronger in the positions golf demands
🏌️ Adding Power

DM us to learn more about our golf performance PT.

#golfperformance #performancetherapy #physicaltherapy #golf

This is what community looks like.
A handshake. A commitment. A mission.
We’re donating $2,000/month for 12 months to K9 Heroes 4 Heroes because Veterans and First Responders shouldn’t have to fight their hardest battles alone.
If you’ve been watching what Joe is building and you want to be part of it:
➡️ Donate directly through their site
➡️ Or support the local businesses that are backing it

👉 @bluelake_cleaning
👉 @dnaarmory
👉 Autonomous Care Consultants
👉 @chardon_performance_therapy

And if you need PT… we’d be honored to earn your trust.
📲 text or call 440-299-7171 and we will start by listening to you.

In this episode of the Chardon BIZ Podcast, Dave Nelson sits down with Luke Wyatt of WyattWorks, a family-owned Cleveland home services company serving homeowners since 1980. WyattWorks helps people when home problems can’t wait—handling plumbing repairs, drain and sewer issues, and other essential home repair services with a focus on fast response and dependable results. Luke shares how they’ve built trust through consistent standards, clear communication, and doing the job right when it matters most.

Listen to the whole podcast at our website: https://www.chardonperformancetherapy.com/podcast

Building that lateral push-off back after an ankle sprain ✅

We’re reintegrating explosive movement the right way—
side-to-side power, control, and confidence.

For competitive dancers, it’s not just “does it feel better?”

It’s can you land, cut, jump, and repeat at full speed without your ankle giving you a second thought.

#AnkleSprainRehab #DancePerformance #ReturnToSport #ExplosiveTraining #PerformanceTherapy

Throw your dry needling questions in the comments and a PT will answer them!

#dryneedling #dryneedletherapy #performancetherapy #physicaltherapy

Mother of 5 and entrepreneur @jumpwithusrentals. Just one month ago she could not lift her kids, drive or sleep without pain.

Look at her now 😃💪

#physicaltherapy #performancetherapy #momboss

Grit, Grind, and…Grey

Putting in the work and continuing the grind

DM us today to get started on your journey.

#performancetherapy #performancetraining #groutfit

The start of a new year often comes with a loud message: do more, be better, go harder—now. New workouts. New diets. New routines. All at once.

And by February? Most of that pressure quietly fades, leaving frustration in its place. This year, let’s try something different.

The Problem With “All-or-Nothing” Resolutions

When resolutions are built on intensity instead of intention, they create pressure instead of progress. Big changes, made quickly, often ignore real life: busy schedules, stress, family demands, and recovery needs.

The result?
Burnout instead of consistency
Guilt instead of momentum
Injury instead of confidence

That’s not failure—that’s a system that asks too much, too fast.

For more tips and ways to build consistency, check out our latest BLOG post: https://www.chardonperformancetherapy.com/post/new-year-new-pace-why-slowing-down-might-be-your-best-resolution

Advanced core strengthening and upper body stability training for a track and field athlete.

#performancetherapy #performancetraining #physicaltherapy #running #trackandfield

Our Therapists understand the importance of consistency and connection with each client.

Schedule an initial assessment today to see the difference for yourself. 440-299-7171

#physicaltherapy #performancetherapy #performancetraining #chardon

Football player doing advanced upper extremity strengthening for an elbow injury.

Don’t let injury hold you back! Text us today to get started 440-299-7171.

#physicaltherapy #performancetherapy #performancetraining #injuryrehab #elbowinjury

In this snippet of a 1:1 session, Brad is guiding our client through sport specific drills for pole vaulting. They are our key to improving core strength and stability during his pole vault jump.

To get started on your journey to getting back to or improving for your sport, call or text us 440-299-7271 📲

#physicaltherapy #performancetherapy #performancetraining #polevaulting

Here Brad is working on a client with low back pain with radiculopathy.

He is using instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM). Benefits of IASTM are increased bloodflow to injury site, pain relief, improve collagen remodeling, and improve overall mobility.

If you’re interested in learning more about what our manual therapy sessions would look like for you, text us at 440-299-7171, and set up a free discovery call.

#physicaltherapy #performancetherapy #chardon #performancetraining

MSK US Shoulder Evaluation

If shoulder pain is holding you back give us a call to change that 📲440-299-7171

#physicaltherapy #shoulder #performancetherapy

Our High school Pole Vaulter working on high level pole vaulting drills 🤸

#physicaltherapy #performancetherapy #polevaulting #performancetraining

This exercise is all about finding the lower abdomen and contracting those muscles. We are fine tuning body awareness with this as well as working on core strength and stability.

#physicaltherapy #performancetherapy #performancetraining #dance #dancer #coretraining

Core Strengthening with the Dancers from @spotlightdancecenter. @drmeganzombory walked them through multiple different exercises to really get their focus on their core muscles.

#performancetherapy #dancing #physicaltherapy #corestrength

That's right! CPT is doing a Ugly Christmas Sweater Contest!! Wear your ugliest sweater to your next session with us now through December 19th and be entered in to win a special treat!!

We can't wait to see everyone's holiday cheer :)

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Friday: 8AM to 5:30PM

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