KEEP MOVING, KEEP RUNNING: SPORTS PHYSICAL THERAPY IN BELLVUE

Helping Active Adults Stay Strong, Recover Faster, and Perform Better

At Up & Running Physical Therapy, we know how frustrating it is to be sidelined by pain or injury. You want to stay active, keep pushing your limits, and get back to doing what you love.

Whether you're a runner, rock climber, weekend warrior, or someone who simply enjoys movement, our Bellvue sports physical therapy team is here to help.

With advanced sports rehabilitation techniques, personalized treatment plans, and expert guidance, we get you back in motion stronger and more resilient than ever.

INJURED? FRUSTRATED? YOU’RE NOT ALONE.

 Pain that won’t go away. Rest that doesn’t help. Treatments that only mask the symptoms. Sound familiar? 

Many athletes and active adults deal with chronic pain or injuries that won’t heal despite trying everything from pain meds to stretching routines. The truth is, recovery requires more than just waiting it out.

At Up & Running Physical Therapy, we do things differently. We don’t just treat the pain—we find and fix the root cause. 

Our sports physical therapy approach is built on a deep understanding of biomechanics, movement patterns, and sports performance. Whether it’s your knees, shoulders, back, or something else holding you back, we develop a personalized plan to restore function and prevent future issues.

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PERFORMANCE REHAB THAT GOES BEYOND RECOVERY

Getting out of pain is just the start. Our performance rehabilitation services take things a step further, helping you regain strength, stability, and confidence.

  • Functional Exercise Prescription – We craft customized exercises that target weak areas and improve movement efficiency.
  • Blood-Flow Restriction Training – Build strength without heavy loads, perfect for recovery and injury prevention.
  • Injury Screening & Prevention – Identify potential problem areas before they lead to setbacks.
  • Performance Enhancement – Train smarter, move better, and reach new personal records.

Our goal isn’t just to get you back to where you were—it’s to make you a stronger athlete than before.

FUNCTIONAL DRY NEEDLING: TARGETED PAIN RELIEF & RECOVERY

For many athletes, muscle tightness and trigger points are a constant battle. 

Functional Dry Needling (FDN) is a modern therapy that directly targets these issues, helping release tension and speed up healing. 

Unlike traditional acupuncture, FDN is based on neuromuscular science and provides benefits like:

  • Faster pain relief by resetting overactive muscles
  • Increased blood flow to promote healing
  • Improved range of motion for better movement and performance

It’s a game-changer for runners, climbers, and athletes looking to stay at their best.

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Take the First Step Toward Pain-Free Movement

At Up & Running Physical Therapy, we help Bellvue athletes and active adults move better, train smarter, and recover faster. So get started moving better and get back to what you love, whether you’re participating in the Horsetooth Half Marathon on hiking the Reservoir Trails.

Whether you’re dealing with an injury or looking to boost performance, we’re ready to guide you every step of the way. 

Get in touch with us at (970) 500-3427 to schedule a Discovery Call or consultation.

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