recover. rebuild. excel
We Help Athletes Recover From Injury, Perform at Their Best, and Return to Sport With Confidence
Sports Physical Therapy in Shelby Township, Michigan
your comeback starts here
You didn’t spend years in the gym, on the field, or chasing your goals just to end up on the sidelines.
When injury strikes, it affects more than your body. It disrupts your routine, challenges your confidence, and threatens the activities that make you who you are.
The fear of losing what you love can feel heavier than the injury itself.
That’s why you deserve more than a generic rehab program. You deserve a plan that protects everything you’ve worked for and guides you back to full strength.
At Souva PT & Performance, rehab doesn’t mean giving up your sport. It means learning how to move smarter, rebuilding confidence and resilience, and eliminating the fear of re-injury.
Because the goal isn’t just to get you out of pain.
The goal is to help you recover, rebuild, and return stronger than you were before the injury.
Our Services
Sports Physical Therapy
ACL Rehabilitation
Performance & Injury Prevention
Recovery & Mobility
Online Programming
Return-to-Sport Testing
Success stories
Every athlete has a different story, but the goal is the same: getting back stronger than ever. Here are a few of the 200+ athletes we’ve helped return to sport with confidence.
meet the team
Jake has experience treating athletes of all levels, from recreational competitors to professionals, and graduated from Oakland University, where he continues to serve as a teaching assistant in the Doctor of Physical Therapy program.
Jake has a special passion for ACL rehabilitation and hip and low back injuries. During college, he overcame a back injury that inspired him to help athletes to never give up what they love doing.
Outside the clinic, Jake enjoys spending time with his wife, Nichole, their sons Brady and Elijah, and cheering on football and baseball.
Dominic is a Sports Physical Therapist and Strength & Conditioning Coach who enjoys helping everyone from competitive athletes to weekend warriors recover, perform, and stay active.
A lifelong baseball player, Dominic has a special passion for working with overhead athletes, helping them build strength, improve throwing mechanics, and return to sport with confidence.
Dominic earned his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Wayne State University. Outside the clinic, he enjoys playing baseball, cheering on Detroit sports, watching movies, and trying great food.
Rachael is a sports physical therapist with a passion for helping active adults, soccer players, and field athletes return to sport stronger through evidence-based rehabilitation and performance training.
A former NCAA Division II All-American soccer player at Columbus State University, Rachael now competes as a professional indoor soccer player and in OCB and NPC figure bodybuilding competitions. Her athletic background gives her a unique perspective on strength training, recovery, and injury prevention.
Rachael earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Trine University. Outside the clinic, she enjoys running local 5Ks, spending time outdoors with her fiancé and two dogs, and exploring new coffee shops.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a referral to start physical therapy?
In most cases, no. You can request an appointment directly. Some insurance plans may require a referral before benefits apply, and our team will help you understand what is needed before your first visit.
What insurance and payment options do you offer?
We work with select insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield Michigan PPO, and also offer self-pay options. HSA and FSA cards are accepted. Because benefits vary, contact us and we’ll help you understand your options before scheduling.
What makes Souva different from traditional physical therapy?
Every session is one-on-one with a Doctor of Physical Therapy with no aides or generic exercise sheet. We combine hands-on care, objective strength and movement testing, and sport-specific training inside an 11,000-square-foot performance gym so you can return stronger than ever.
What happens during my first appointment?
Your first visit is a one-on-one evaluation with a Doctor of Physical Therapy. We’ll discuss your injury, training history, and goals; assess mobility, strength, movement, and sport demands; and map out a clear plan. You’ll leave knowing what we found, what comes next, and what you can begin doing immediately.
Do you only treat competitive athletes?
No. We work with competitive athletes, active adults, lifters, runners, and anyone motivated to move and perform better. You do not need to compete at an elite level to receive an elite standard of care. Your program is built around the demands of your life, training, and goals.
How long are sessions, and how many visits will I need?
Sessions are 60 minutes of one-on-one care. Your visit frequency and total plan depend on the injury, your starting point, and your goals. Many non-surgical sports injuries improve within 10–15 visits, while post-operative and return-to-sport plans may continue for 6–12 months. We’ll give you a personalized roadmap during your evaluation and adjust it using objective progress testing.
Will I receive a home exercise program through the Souva PT & Performance app?
Yes. Your personalized home program will be delivered through the Souva PT & Performance app, where you can view exercise videos, follow your plan, and keep everything organized between visits. We’ll update the program as you progress so it continues to match your recovery and performance goals.
why athletes work with us
rehab meets performance
We opened our sports physical therapy clinic inside Umbra Strength in Shelby Township because athletes deserve more than traditional rehab.
Our performance-focused environment allows us to challenge you appropriately and truly rebuild the strength and confidence an athlete like you needs to get back and dominate your sport.
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