Athletic Performance Physical Therapy

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Recover from injury and reach new heights in your athletic abilities with specialized Athletic Performance Physical Therapy.

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Beyond Recovery

We understand how tough it is to be sidelined by an injury. That’s why Athletic Performance Physical Therapy is designed with athletes in mind, focusing on more than just recovery. We enhance movements, increase agility, and prevent future injuries, turning a challenging time into an opportunity for growth — and a competitive edge.

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A physical therapist smiles as he converses with his patient.

What is Athletic Performance Physical Therapy?

This specialized program employs leading-edge technology like VALD Performance ForceDecks, TRAZER Motion Capture, NeuX Technologies NXPro to facilitate a comprehensive recovery and performance enhancement. We customize training to address your unique needs, using precise analysis and feedback to maximize your rehabilitation and athletic development. This dual focus on recovery and performance ensures you come back stronger and better prepared.

The Professional’s Pick for Performance Technology

Motion Capture

Trusted by the NFL, and the U.S. Army and Air Force, TRAZER Motion Capture Technology provides precise, real-time analysis essential for recovery and performance enhancement. It assists athletes in recovering from injuries and improving their performance through targeted feedback.

ForceDecks

Used by Olympic athletes and the Royal Ballet School, VALD Performance ForceDecks offer immediate insights into muscle strength and balance, essential for effective recovery and injury prevention. This technology guarantees that your training is both safe and effective.

NXPro

Trusted by the NFL’s Kirk Cousins, MLB’s Aaron Sanchez and the Arnold Sports Festival, the NeuX Technologies NXPro offers precise, data-driven insights. Its advanced sensors and real-time feedback tailor sessions to your specific needs, efficiently boosting muscle recovery and strength.

How We Can Help

Discover the key components of our Athletic Performance program, designed to accelerate your recovery and elevate your sports capabilities.

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Performance Optimization:

Use cutting-edge technology to analyze and enhance biomechanics, ensuring you recover strength and performance.

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Strength & Conditioning:

Surpass the competition with tailored programs to rebuild power, endurance, and resilience, essential for returning to and excelling in sports.

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Education & Resources:

Equip yourself with the knowledge to maintain peak physical condition and prevent injuries.

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Who Can Benefit from Athletic Performance Physical Therapy?

Our tailored Athletic Performance sessions benefit injured athletes at all levels — professional, collegiate, high school, youth, and weekend warriors, alike. We focus on complete athletic development, customized by sport, to ensure a robust and effective recovery.

Hear From Our Patients

Michelle Rainville
11/06/2019
				Steve Gonser and Buffalo Rehab have helped me and my daughter tremendously throughout the years.  We have both seen him for a variety of issues including running injuries, back pain and shoulder injuries.  Every time, he has gotten us back to doing what we love pain free!!  They can always get us in for an appointment, have a variety of convenient locations, and are very flexible with my crazy work schedule.  I wouldn't go anywhere else for my physical therapy!!
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×Michelle Rainville
11/06/2019

						Steve Gonser and Buffalo Rehab have helped me and my daughter tremendously throughout the years.  We have both seen him for a variety of issues including running injuries, back pain and shoulder injuries.  Every time, he has gotten us back to doing what we love pain free!!  They can always get us in for an appointment, have a variety of convenient locations, and are very flexible with my crazy work schedule.  I wouldn't go anywhere else for my physical therapy!!
					
Justine Graziadei
11/06/2021
				We love Kearsten at Buffalo Rehab Group. She is always willing to adjust things to help my daughter ! She is a very sweet and professional and i would recommend her to anyone that needs help! The facility is clean and the staff are great !
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×Justine Graziadei
11/06/2021

						We love Kearsten at Buffalo Rehab Group. She is always willing to adjust things to help my daughter ! She is a very sweet and professional and i would recommend her to anyone that needs help! The facility is clean and the staff are great !
					
Amy Greenan
11/06/2017
				Just an all-around very positive experience. Easy to get an appointment with my PT of choice (Steve the running guru!), very friendly and helpful office staff. I felt welcome from the first visit. Steve Gonser is fantastic and was able to figure out what was going on with my leg on the first visit and gave me some relief almost right away! Dan, who also worked with me, is also great – very kind, a calming presence. I'm looking forward to finishing up my round and get back to running again.  I also really like that parking is easy and that the facilities are spacious and modern, but comfortable and well-appointed with all kinds of equipment!
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×Amy Greenan
11/06/2017

						Just an all-around very positive experience. Easy to get an appointment with my PT of choice (Steve the running guru!), very friendly and helpful office staff. I felt welcome from the first visit. Steve Gonser is fantastic and was able to figure out what was going on with my leg on the first visit and gave me some relief almost right away! Dan, who also worked with me, is also great – very kind, a calming presence. I'm looking forward to finishing up my round and get back to running again.  I also really like that parking is easy and that the facilities are spacious and modern, but comfortable and well-appointed with all kinds of equipment!
					
Cherylyn Porter
11/06/2022
				If you’re looking for a physical therapist, you can’t do any better than the Buffalo Rehab Group.  While I initially chose it because of the location, I soon learned it was much more than that.  Everyone there is personable, knowledgeable, accommodating and ever willing to go that extra mile for you.  During this difficult time due to the pandemic, not only are they meticulous about keeping you safe, they even offer on-line sessions.  I’ve gone to a few physical therapists in the past, but the Buffalo Rehab Group is  by far the best one.
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×Cherylyn Porter
11/06/2022

						If you’re looking for a physical therapist, you can’t do any better than the Buffalo Rehab Group.  While I initially chose it because of the location, I soon learned it was much more than that.  Everyone there is personable, knowledgeable, accommodating and ever willing to go that extra mile for you.  During this difficult time due to the pandemic, not only are they meticulous about keeping you safe, they even offer on-line sessions.  I’ve gone to a few physical therapists in the past, but the Buffalo Rehab Group is  by far the best one.
					
Betsy Jones
11/06/2021
				I have attended Buffalo Rehab group over many years at their Tonawanda location.  Outstanding PTs and PTAs.  Very professional yet engaging and friendly.  Highly educated and knowledgeable in many specialty areas. Very open to feedback and provide feedback and explanations, as well.  It is very easy to receive a timely PT evaluation and to schedule sessions from early morning into the evening.  Friendly, courteous,  and helpful office staff.  I would highly recommend Buffalo Rehab Group.  PS- they have 11 locations for our convenience.
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×Betsy Jones
11/06/2021

						I have attended Buffalo Rehab group over many years at their Tonawanda location.  Outstanding PTs and PTAs.  Very professional yet engaging and friendly.  Highly educated and knowledgeable in many specialty areas. Very open to feedback and provide feedback and explanations, as well.  It is very easy to receive a timely PT evaluation and to schedule sessions from early morning into the evening.  Friendly, courteous,  and helpful office staff.  I would highly recommend Buffalo Rehab Group.  PS- they have 11 locations for our convenience.
					
Laurie Haug
11/06/2017
				I came to Buffalo Rehab after an ankle injury. The staff was more than friendly and able to get me in on a timely basis. The girls I worked with her helpful and and worked with my abilities and knew my goals. After leaving I had to come back after knee surgery. I had a different therapist due to scheduling. He has been excellent. He knew what my goals were and that I needed to have limitations for the gym or I would over do it. When I would leave we had a game plan for the gym and my workouts, He has always been available through email Incase I had questions, an issue or needed confirmation. It's very reassuring to have someone really care about their patients and getting them to where they were or want to be.
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×Laurie Haug
11/06/2017

						I came to Buffalo Rehab after an ankle injury. The staff was more than friendly and able to get me in on a timely basis. The girls I worked with her helpful and and worked with my abilities and knew my goals. After leaving I had to come back after knee surgery. I had a different therapist due to scheduling. He has been excellent. He knew what my goals were and that I needed to have limitations for the gym or I would over do it. When I would leave we had a game plan for the gym and my workouts, He has always been available through email Incase I had questions, an issue or needed confirmation. It's very reassuring to have someone really care about their patients and getting them to where they were or want to be.
					
PEGGY LANE
11/06/2015
				Ray Hammel and Buffalo Rehab Group provide truly outstanding rehab care. I have been a patient there for various problems over at least 10 years.  He always provides the best care and expertise that one could ask for and gets me up and back to living life fully again.  Ray and the staff at BRG are truly in a class by themselves when it comes to caring, quality physical therapy.  I wouldn't consider going anyplace else for my care.  Thanks always!
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×PEGGY LANE
11/06/2015

						Ray Hammel and Buffalo Rehab Group provide truly outstanding rehab care. I have been a patient there for various problems over at least 10 years.  He always provides the best care and expertise that one could ask for and gets me up and back to living life fully again.  Ray and the staff at BRG are truly in a class by themselves when it comes to caring, quality physical therapy.  I wouldn't consider going anyplace else for my care.  Thanks always!
					
Leila Baker
11/06/2020
				I TOTALLY recommend and have LOVED my PT experiences at the Tonawanda BRG facility.  The business is  managed extremely efficiently and everyone, from check in staff to therapists is friendly, interested in the clients' needs and conduct themselves in a fully professional manner.  Each client is given full, personal attention and made to feel that his/her needs are the priority.  The atmosphere is happy there but at the same time, very business-like;  the aim of the therapists at BRG is to help, improve, correct the client's problem.
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×Leila Baker
11/06/2020

						I TOTALLY recommend and have LOVED my PT experiences at the Tonawanda BRG facility.  The business is  managed extremely efficiently and everyone, from check in staff to therapists is friendly, interested in the clients' needs and conduct themselves in a fully professional manner.  Each client is given full, personal attention and made to feel that his/her needs are the priority.  The atmosphere is happy there but at the same time, very business-like;  the aim of the therapists at BRG is to help, improve, correct the client's problem.
					
Tony Perez
11/06/2021
				Kearsten and the team at Buffalo Rehab Group are knowledgeable and always listen to how you are feeling and respond appropriately.  I have had a great experience there and would highly recommend them for you physical therapy needs.
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×Tony Perez
11/06/2021

						Kearsten and the team at Buffalo Rehab Group are knowledgeable and always listen to how you are feeling and respond appropriately.  I have had a great experience there and would highly recommend them for you physical therapy needs.
					

Frequently Asked Questions

How is Athletic Performance different from traditional Physical Therapy?

Athletic Performance is specifically tailored for injured athletes, focusing on recovery, future injury prevention, and sport-specific performance enhancement. Our trained Athletic Performance specialists are passionate about sports and excel in optimizing athletic recovery and performance.

Who can benefit from our Athletic Performance program?

Injured athletes of all levels can benefit from Sports Performance Physical Therapy, including professional, collegiate, high school, youth, and weekend athletes. The program is designed to support anyone looking to recover, prevent future injuries, and enhance athletic performance.

What can be expected during a session?

Sessions include targeted exercises and drills that focus on both rehabilitation and enhancing athletic abilities, supported by biomechanical analysis and expert guidance.

Do I need a referral to start?

No. You may begin Physical Therapy without a referral from your physician. Treatment without a referral is available for 10 visits, 30 days, and with clinicians who have three or more years of experience.

Is Athletic Performance Physical Therapy covered by insurance?

Yes, treatment is covered by insurance. Here is a list of health insurances we currently accept.

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Take Your Recovery and Performance to the Next Level

Prevent future injuries and reach your peak potential with Athletic Performance Physical Therapy. Schedule your session today.