Sports Physical Therapy in Bergen County, NJ
Get back to your sport — stronger, and with a plan to stay there. One-on-one, hands-on rehabilitation led by a Doctor of Physical Therapy, at our Montvale, Closter, and Park Ridge offices.
The Spine & Health Center of New Jersey is a multidisciplinary chiropractic and physical therapy practice serving athletes throughout Bergen County. Our sports physical therapy program treats the full range of athletic injuries — from acute sprains to post-surgical recovery — and guides you through a structured, criteria-based return-to-sport progression, so you come back ready, not just pain-free. Whether you’re a weekend runner, a high-school athlete, or a competitive lifter, your care is one-on-one with a licensed Doctor of Physical Therapy from the very first visit.
Sports Physical Therapy Built Around Getting You Back in the Game
Every athlete’s sport, position, and goals are different — your rehab should be too. At The Spine & Health Center, sports physical therapy is:
- One-on-one with a Doctor of Physical Therapy for the full session — never handed off to an aide
- Hands-on manual therapy paired with targeted, progressive corrective exercise
- Built on a sport-specific movement assessment and clear return-to-play criteria
- Coordinated with chiropractic care, Class IV laser, shockwave therapy, Graston Technique, and recovery tools — all under one roof
Sports Injuries We Treat
Sprains & Strains
Ankle sprains, hamstring and groin strains, and calf injuries are among the most common reasons athletes come to us. We address the acute injury and the movement patterns behind it to lower the chance of re-injury.
ACL, Knee & Ligament Injuries
From conservative care for ligament sprains to structured post-operative ACL rehabilitation, our therapists progress you through strength, stability, and sport-specific loading toward a confident return to play.
Shoulder & Rotator Cuff
Overhead and throwing athletes are prone to rotator cuff and shoulder injuries. We combine manual therapy with scapular and rotator-cuff strengthening to restore pain-free overhead function.
Running & Overuse Injuries
Shin splints, IT band syndrome, tendinopathies, and stress reactions respond well to a graded loading program, gait considerations, and hands-on care.
Post-Operative & Return-to-Sport Rehab
After surgery, we follow your surgeon’s protocol and layer in a criteria-based progression — restoring range of motion, strength, and confidence before clearing you for full sport.
What Makes Our Sports PT Different
- Doctor of Physical Therapy–led, one-on-one, hands-on care
- Chiropractic and physical therapy in the same building — faster, better-coordinated treatment
- We treat the injury and the underlying movement pattern that caused it, not just the symptom
Looking to build speed, power, and resilience rather than recover from an injury? See our Sports Performance Therapy program.
Sports Physical Therapy at Three Bergen County Locations
Closter Office
Park Ridge Office
Montvale Office
We treat athletes from across Bergen County, including Westwood, Emerson, Hillsdale, and River Vale.
Getting Started Is Easy
- Same-day appointments available
- Most insurance accepted
- $75 new-patient initial consultation (*Medicare restrictions apply)
Frequently Asked Questions
How soon after a sports injury should I start physical therapy?
In most cases, earlier is better — beginning physical therapy soon after an injury (once serious damage has been ruled out) can support a smoother recovery. We offer same-day appointments so you can be evaluated quickly.
Do I need a referral for sports physical therapy in New Jersey?
New Jersey allows direct access to physical therapy for an initial evaluation and a period of treatment. Some insurance plans still require a physician referral for coverage — our team will help you check your specific plan.
What’s the difference between sports physical therapy and sports performance training?
Sports physical therapy treats and rehabilitates injuries and guides your return to sport. Sports performance training focuses on building speed, strength, and resilience in healthy athletes.
Do you treat youth and high-school athletes?
Yes. We treat athletes of all ages and levels, with care tailored to the demands of each sport and stage of development.