The Physio Performance Treatment Difference:
- 1-on-1 Session with a Board Certified Orthopedic PT or PTA
- 45-60 Minutes of Treatment
- In-Depth Movement Analysis
- Expert Hands-on Treatment
- Variety of Rehab Training Options: Functional Strength, Compound Strength Movements, or Pilates-based Rehab
How does this work?
STEP 1
Book appointment online or via phone 253.200.0741
STEP 2
Get a follow-up call by Physio’s Office Manager
STEP 3
Come in for your evaluation and leave feeling better
* No payment is required to book the appointment
Vanessa came to Physio Performance after sustaining a significant Lisfranc injury to her foot during firefighter academy—an injury that could have derailed her firefighter career even before it began.
Through a structured plan, we focused on restoring foot stability, rebuilding strength, and progressively reintroducing load and impact.
A huge credit to her outcome was her consistency. Vanessa showed up to PT 2–3x per week and was incredibly diligent throughout the entire process.
Vanessa didn`t just recover—she exceeded expectations.
Today, she`s back on the job as a full-duty firefighter and participating in CrossFit without limitations.
When a herniated disc takes you out of the things you love, recovery can feel uncertain.
Our client`s son was going through exactly that until they found the right support at Physio Performance. With consistent guidance and a team that truly cares, he stayed committed to the process and began rebuilding his strength step by step.
Now he is back on the court, playing basketball again and feeling stronger than ever.
We are grateful to be part of journeys like this.
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Flexibility gets a lot of attention, but control is what truly protects your body. Being able to move into a position matters, but owning that position matters more. When your body can control movement, it becomes stronger and more resilient over time.
Comment "MOVE" if you want to improve how your body moves and feels.
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The GHD machine is a powerful tool for building strength through the glutes, hamstrings, and core.
Benefits:
• Builds stronger glutes
• Boosts hamstring power
• Improves core stability
• Increases athletic explosiveness
• Supports posture and back control
How to do it:
1. Lock your feet securely into the pads
2. Place your hips on the center cushion
3. Cross your arms or hold weight if appropriate
4. Lower your torso with control
5. Lift back up using your glutes and hamstrings
6. Keep the spine neutral and avoid over-arching
7. Move slow and steady for quality reps
This exercise works best when control comes first.
Focus on alignment, tension, and using the hips instead of the lower back.
Type STRENGTH if you want to build glutes and core with better control and support.
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The scapulae should sit roughly between T2 and T7 on the ribcage. On average, they rest about three inches from the spine, though that varies depending on body size. Larger frames may measure a little wider, smaller frames a little narrower, but proportionally that spacing matters.
The vertebral border of the scapula should be relatively parallel to the spine and sit flush against the ribcage. It also rests in about 30 degrees of scaption, meaning it is slightly angled off the frontal plane rather than perfectly straight.
When the scapula isn`t positioned well, shoulder mechanics change. And when mechanics change, stress increases.
Comment "MOVE" if you`ve ever been told your shoulders sit unevenly.
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Relief feels amazing.
But relief without support is temporary.
When the body isn`t strong enough to hold new positions, pain often returns.
Real change happens when strength and stability follow release. That`s how the body stays better, not just feels better.
Comment "RESTORE" if you want long-term relief.
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Heel lifts with a lacrosse ball help build strength, stability, and proper alignment through the calves and feet.
Why this works:
• Strengthens the calf muscles and posterior tibialis
• Improves arch support and foot stability
• Promotes better ankle alignment
• Helps reduce plantar fasciitis discomfort
• Encourages balanced loading through both feet
How to do it:
Stand barefoot with a lacrosse or tennis ball between your heels
Keep the ball gently squeezed throughout the movement
Hold onto support if needed for balance
Push through your big toes and slowly raise your heels
Pause briefly at the top with control
Lower back down slowly and repeat for 8–12 reps (or up to 25 controlled reps)
Quality reps matter more than speed.
Stay controlled, keep the squeeze steady, and drive evenly through both big toes.
Type STRENGTH if you want stronger feet, better balance, and pain-free movement.
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After dealing with a knee injury and searching for answers, Sean O was referred to Physio Performance for a different approach to recovery.
Instead of a one-size-fits-all plan, every step was adjusted based on what his body needed—modifying exercises, exploring options, and focusing on what actually worked. When something didn`t help, it was refined until it did.
That level of attention is what drives real progress and long-term healing. We don`t settle for anything less.
We`re grateful for the trust and proud to be part of that journey.
Ready to move better and recover with a plan built for you? Comment START to learn more.
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