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Health, fitness & safety resources from Summit Orthopedics.

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A physical therpay success story

From day one, I trusted her and knew she really cared about helping me.

What Happens in a Physical Therapy Appointment?

A physical therapist explains what you can expect during your first physical therapy appointment.

Ask Nate Riess: Can Physical Therapy Treat Foot Pain?

Learn how physical therapy is successfully used to treat and relieve foot pain.

Ask Dr. Skendzel: What Makes Summit’s Exercise Prescription Approach Singular?

Reach your 2018 fitness goals with a customized exercise prescription from Summit Orthopedics.

Summit’s ASCEND Program: Rehabilitating Neuromuscular Imbalances

Knee, hip, and ankle surgery can take a toll on leg strength and balance. Summit’s ASCEND program is designed to help athletes reclaim the neuromuscular balance they need to compete safely.

The ASCEND Program: Patient Qualifications For Participation

Summit’s ASCEND Return to Sport program is focused on safely returning injured athletes to a high level of competitive performance while teaching them how to prevent reinjury.