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Sports Physical Therapy

Experience sports rehab the way athletes deserve. Beyond helping you recover from injury, we'll challenge you to rebuild strength, restore confidence, and unlock your highest level of performance.

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Athlete performing a resisted medicine ball drill with a sports physical therapist at Souva PT & Performance in Shelby Township, MI

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.

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Physical Therapists at Souva PT and Performance

Doctors of Physical Therapy · Lifelong Athletes

Doctors in the clinic. Athletes on the field.

We earned our doctorates studying how the body moves, breaks down, and rebuilds. We earned everything else competing.

That's why our sports physical therapists get what it takes to be an athlete, and why we'll push you past "good enough" to your best.

Dr. Jake Souva playing flag football
Dr. Jake Souva treating a patient at Souva PT & Performance in Shelby Township
Clinic Flag Football

Dr. Jake Souva

Doctor of Physical Therapy
Oakland University

Dr. Dominic Mora at bat during a college baseball game
Dr. Dominic Mora treating a patient's forearm with dry needling at Souva PT & Performance
Clinic College Baseball

Dr. Dominic Mora

Doctor of Physical Therapy
Wayne State University

Dr. Rachael Sweigard dribbling the ball during a college soccer championship match
Dr. Rachael Sweigard performing soft tissue work on an athlete's knee at Souva PT & Performance
Clinic College Soccer

Dr. Rachael Sweigard

Doctor of Physical Therapy
Trine University

We know the grind of practice, the pressure of game day, and the itch to get back out there. We'll get you there stronger.

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the comeback playbook

Your physical therapy sessions are 60 minutes of 1 on 1 care. No techs or aides, just undivided attention from a Doctor of Physical Therapy. Your PT will use a blend of hands on manual therapy and exercises methods to help build your perfect session.

Each session will build on the last, and we regress/progress your program as necessary to ensure you are on the path to success.

We believe the fastest path to results is a fully customized rehab plan because no two athletes are the same.

You’ll get access to the Souva PT & Performance app, where your personalized sports physical therapy program lives. You’ll have lifetime access to the plan we build specifically for you.

Every detail is laid out clearly. No guesswork, no confusion.

What you do outside of sessions is what makes the biggest difference, and we make sure you’re set up to win.

When you feel heard, you’re more likely to succeed. That’s why communication is a core part of our sports physical therapy process.

You’ll have direct access to your physical therapist through the Souva PT & Performance mobile app.

Questions about your program or progress? Send a message and your PT will respond within 24 hours, so you can stay on track without waiting for your next session.

This is the main reason you should choose a clinic that specializes in sports physical therapy. We love seeing you get back to excelling at the things you love to do most and will do whatever it takes to help you get there.

Here are a few examples of recent patient triumphs:

  • Female powerlifter taking 1st place with a pain free hip
  • High school basketball player not letting an ACL tear keep him from becoming captain
  • Recreational lifter benching 300 pounds without shoulder pain
  • Receiving D1 football scholarship offers following years of nagging hamstring injuries
  • 50 pound squat PR for a recreational lifter who battled knee pain for years
  • Returning to Pro Soccer after a Hamstring injury
  • Deadlifting 500 pounds after a back injury
  • And many more!

Are you ready to become the next success story?

Common Injuries We treat

ACL injuries are our sports physical therapy speciality. Our ACL rehab philosophy is built around data driven solutions. 

We will never let guesswork decide when you are ready to progress and ultimately return to sport. Whether you start with us on day 1 post op, or hop on board for the last 3 months of return to sport training, we will help you become as strong and confident as ever!

These are some of the most common reasons we see patients battle knee pain.

  • meniscus tear
  • knee osteoarthritis
  • patellar tendonitis
  • jumper’s knee
  • quad tendonitis
  • patellar osteoarthritis
  • MCL/PCL/LCL Tears
  • MPFL Tear
  • Post op knee replacement (TKA)
  • hamstring strain
  • other muscle injuries

Whether it's post op or conservative care, these hip injuries are the most common we treat.

  • Labral Tear
  • Hip Impingement
  • Groin Strain
  • Muscle Injuries
  • Hip Fractures
  • Hip Replacement (THA)
  • Muscle imbalances

Shoulder injuries are one of the most common injuries we treat. We specialize in pre-operative, post-operative and non-operative management:

  • Rotator Cuff Tear
  • Shoulder Impingement
  • rotator cuff weakness
  • shoulder instability
  • bankhart repair
  • shoulder replacement (TSA)
  • shoulder fractures

Working with athletes, we see ankle injuries often. These are the injuries that we treat the most.

  • Ankle Sprain
  • Ankle Fracture
  • Shin Splints
  • Achilles tendon Rupture
  • Achilles Tendonitis
  • foot fractures

These are the most common neck injuries we treat:

  • Radiculopathy
  • radiculitis
  • tension headache
  • cervical osteoarthritis
  • cervical fracture
  • myelopathy

Low back injuries do not need to end your days of being active. We treat these injuries on a weekly basis:

  • Bulging Disc
  • Herniated Disc
  • Stress Fractures
  • Spinal Stenosis
  • muscle strain
  • lumbar osteoarthritis
  • Spinal Fusion
  • Laminectomy
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Built for You

Our clinic is built for athletes who refuse to let injury stand in the way of their goals. Whether your sport is competitive or recreational, our goal is to help you return to the activities you love stronger, more resilient, and more confident than before. We’re here to guide you through every step of the process and show you what’s possible with a personalized plan and consistent effort.

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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’re in network with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan PPO, Medicare, Medicare Plus Blue PPO, auto insurance and workers’ compensation. For all other plans, you pay up front and we bill your insurance as a courtesy so you’re reimbursed directly. HSA and FSA cards are accepted.
What makes PT with you 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.