Physical Therapy

Physical Therapy for Athletes, Runners, Golfers and Active Adults in Cincinnati

Pain shouldn’t decide what you get to do.

You want to run, golf, train, travel and stay active, and at Peak Performance Sports Therapy, our job is to help you get back to it.

We see patients of all shapes and sizes, and a lot of the people who come through our door are athletes and active adults who got hurt and want to be back out there. We also work closely with Cincinnati running groups like Cincinnatus Elite and Queen City Run Club.

Located in Blue Ash, we combine hands-on care and progressive exercise with advanced treatment options, including shockwave therapy, EMTT and MLS laser therapy.

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We’ve Proudly Served Professional, Collegiate and High School Athletes From:

Over the years, our clients have included NCAA teams, professional baseball and football players, ultra-marathoners and triathletes, alongside weekend runners and golfers.*

*Peak Performance Sports Therapy is not directly affiliated with these organizations. All logos or registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

Physical Therapy Services

Our Recovery Technology

Radial Shockwave Therapy

Stubborn pain shouldn’t keep you on the sidelines. Target persistent tendon and soft-tissue pain so you can get back to moving, training, and enjoying your day.

Focused Shockwave Therapy

Give hard-to-reach pain a more targeted approach. Focused shockwave delivers treatment to deeper tissues to help you move forward when recovery has stalled.

EMTT Therapy

Take the next step toward more comfortable movement. This noninvasive magnetic therapy complements your care for painful joints, muscles, and tendons.

MLS Laser Therapy

Less pain. More freedom to move. MLS laser therapy helps reduce pain and inflammation so you can focus on getting back to the activities you love.

Hands-On Physical Therapy, Shockwave, EMTT, and Laser Therapy, All in One Place

Hands-On, One-on-One Physical Therapy

Visits run up to an hour, one-on-one with your therapist, and the time goes to treating you directly. You’ll learn your exercises to keep progressing at home.

Advanced Regenerative Technologies

We’re one of the few clinics in Cincinnati and Ohio who offer Radial & Focused Shockwave, EMTT, and the MLS M6 Laser

Built for Stubborn Tendon & Overuse Injuries

We treat a wide range of sports and musculoskeletal injuries, with particular experience helping people with stubborn tendon and overuse conditions—including Achilles pain, plantar fasciitis, and tennis elbow.

Injuries and Conditions We Treat

Our focus is tendon, running and overuse injuries, but we treat a wide range of pain and injuries from head to toe.

Tendon & Overuse: Achilles tendinopathy, Patellar tendinopathy (jumper’s knee), Hamstring and gluteal tendinopathy, Tennis elbow, Golfer’s elbow, Plantar fasciitis
Running Injuries: Runner’s knee, IT band syndrome, Shin splints, Stress fractures, Calf strains
Foot, Knee & Hip: Heel pain, Ankle sprains, Hip impingement (FAI), Hip flexor and groin strains
Back, Neck & Shoulder: Low back pain, Sciatica, Neck pain, Frozen shoulder, Rotator cuff injuries
Specialized: Pre- and post-surgical rehab, Golf-related injuries, Chronic pain

Meet Our Team

Andy Shetterly, LMT, founded Peak Performance Sports Therapy about 25 years ago as a massage and soft-tissue clinic, which is why hands-on work is still at the center of every visit. Today Andy co-owns the practice with Dr. Joe Schenk, PT, DPT, and our team includes physical therapists and licensed massage therapists.

Dr. Joe Schenk, PT, DPT, CSCS: Doctor of Physical Therapy from the University of Dayton, certified in dry needling, shockwave therapy and TPI Level 1. Joe does every initial physical therapy evaluation and runs our recovery technology sessions.
Andy Shetterly, LMT: Founder and co-owner. A former Marine Corps aviator, marathoner and triathlete, trained in Active Release Techniques, neuromuscular therapy and the Niel-Asher Technique.

Meet the full team

Your Path to Recovery

Find the Cause

Your 60-minute evaluation starts with your story. Then we measure your range of motion and strength side to side, so we know exactly where you’re starting from.

Build Your Plan

Think of our approach like a kitchen cabinet: soft tissue work, dry needling, shockwave and more. What we reach for depends on what we find and how irritated the area is. A really angry tendon, for example, may not be ready for dry needling on day one.

Get Back to Your Sport

We retest as you go, so you can see your progress for yourself, week to week. Then we guide your return to running, golf, training and everything else.

Cash-Pay Physical Therapy, No Referral Needed

Because Ohio is a direct access state, you can book with us directly, without a physician’s referral. We’re cash-pay and accept HSA and FSA funds, and since you’re paying out of pocket, we want every minute of your visit to count. See pricing and direct access

Have questions first? Book a free 15-minute phone call. Dr. Joe Schenk will call you himself, answer your questions and help you get scheduled.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a referral to see a physical therapist in Ohio?

No. Ohio’s direct access law lets you start physical therapy without a physician’s referral, so you can book an evaluation with us directly. Learn more about direct access.

Do you take insurance?

We’re a cash-pay clinic and don’t bill insurance directly. Some patients get part of the cost reimbursed out of network. It really depends on your plan, and we’ll give you an itemized superbill to submit. See our pricing to learn more.

What happens at my first visit?

Your Initial Client Assessment is 60 minutes, one-on-one with a Doctor of Physical Therapy. We’ll talk through what’s going on, measure your strength and range of motion, and usually get right into hands-on treatment that same visit. You’ll leave with a clear plan. Learn more about what to expect at your first visit.

What is EMTT, and how is it different from shockwave?

EMTT (Extracorporeal Magnetotransduction Therapy) uses high-energy magnetic pulses to reach bone, joint, tendon and soft tissue. Shockwave uses acoustic pressure waves. We often use them together, depending on your injury. Learn more about EMTT.

Can I talk to someone before I book?

Yes. The free 15-minute phone consultation is there for anyone with questions about what we do. It’s not a required first step, so you’re also welcome to book an evaluation directly.

Ready to Break your Cycle of Pain?

Contact us today to schedule an Initial Client Assessment and experience relief from your suffering.

Stay active. Move Freely. Live your life as you choose to live it. You deserve it. IT’S YOUR LIFE.

Get Your Life Back Now!

Sports Physical Therapy & Pain Relief in Cincinnati, Ohio

Physical therapy for runners, golfers and active adults. Hands-on care, progressive exercise and advanced treatment options to help you get back to doing what you love.