Physical Therapy in Bristol, TN for Athletes & Active Adults


Get back to peak performance with personalized, one-on-one sessions designed for CrossFitters, gym-goers, and weekend warriors who refuse to settle for "just okay."

 Don't Let Pain Keep You on the Sidelines

Generic PT Disappoints

You've tried cookie-cutter physical therapy that treats you like just another number, not an athlete with specific performance goals.

Pain Keeps Coming Back

Traditional treatments provide temporary relief, but your pain returns the moment you get back to serious training.

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Bristol, TN Physical Therapy

Missing Your Active Life

Every day you're not at 100% is another day missing the activities and sports that make you feel alive and strong.

Performance-Based Physical Therapy That Gets You Back to What You Love

At Sparked Rehab and Athletics, we don't just treat your injury – we optimize your entire body for peak performance. Our one-on-one, 60-minute sessions with Dr. Ryan focus on getting you back to your sport stronger than before.

  • One-on-one attention with a Doctor of Physical Therapy for the full hour

  • Performance-based approach with return-to-activity focus, not just pain relief

  • Advanced techniques including dry needling, cupping, and strength conditioning


“Ryan is very knowledgeable and just an all around great guy. I went in for knee pain but through a thorough evaluation found out some other areas of weaknesses that needed to be addressed to help rehabilitate my knee. Ryan will listen to your biofeedback and adjust accordingly.”

— Jessica Jessee

Your Path Back to Peak Performance

Step 1
Comprehensive Assessment

We dig deep to find the root cause of your pain and identify movement patterns that are holding you back from your goals.

Step 2
Personalized Treatment Plan

Get a custom strategy combining advanced techniques like dry needling, cupping, and targeted exercises designed for your specific sport and goals.

Step 3
Return to Performance

We don't stop at pain relief – we optimize your movement and strength so you come back better than before.

Bristol, TN physical therapy for athletes

 Common Injuries We Treat for Athletes & Active Adults


Whether you're dealing with a new injury or chronic pain that's been limiting your performance, we have the expertise to get you back in the game. Here are just a few conditions we treat regularly:

Condition List:

  • Neck/Back Pain from lifting and training

  • Muscle Strains and Tendinitis from overuse

  • Tennis/Golfer's Elbow affecting your grip strength

  • Rotator Cuff Injuries limiting overhead movements

  • Sciatica and IT Band Pain affecting your runs

  • Ankle Sprains and Plantar Fasciitis slowing you down

What Our Athletes Are Saying

  • Ryan is very knowledgeable and just an all around great guy. I went in for knee pain but through a thorough evaluation found out some other areas of weaknesses that needed to be addressed to help rehabilitate my knee.

    Jessica Jessee

  • I started coming to Ryan after having a knee surgery and was trying to get back into sports. Ryan was very knowledgeable, supportive, and helped me recover quickly. Highly recommend for anyone trying to get back into their sports or just get healthier!

    RF Legendzz

  • Ryan gave me a detailed plan and showed me some warm up exercises to do before I lifted that changed the game. No more neck issues. I also had some lower back pain that would flare up and he gave me a plan for that.

    Chris Moss

Ready to Get Back to Peak Performance?

Located conveniently in Bristol, just minutes from downtown and easily accessible from Kingsport and Johnson City.

109 Raytheon Rd, Bristol, TN 37620

Driving Directions: We're located on Raytheon Road, just 5 minutes from downtown Bristol and easily accessible from I-81. Close to Bristol Motor Speedway and local CrossFit gyms.


Email
info@sparkedrehab.com

Phone
+1 423-484-8488

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to common questions about our performance-focused physical therapy approach.


  • No referral needed! Tennessee allows direct access to physical therapy, so you can start your recovery journey immediately without waiting for a doctor's appointment.

  •  Every session is a full 60 minutes of one-on-one time with Dr. Ryan. Unlike traditional PT clinics where you might see multiple patients at once, you get his undivided attention for the entire hour.


  • We work with most major insurance plans and will verify your benefits before your first visit. We also offer competitive self-pay rates for those who prefer to pay directly.


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  • We're here to help you get back to the activities you love.