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Athletic Performancein West Virginia, Ohio, Virginia, and Florida

Mountain River’s Athletic Performance Services are available at two of our locations – the Athletic Performance Center in Parkersburg, WV and the Innovative Athletic Performance Institute in Ocala, FL.

Our new Athletic Performance Center in Parkersburg, WV offers unique sports performance training and physical therapy. Mountain River Physical Therapy has personalized fitness training programs to better your speed, agility, power, fitness and weight loss. Scientific principles are applied to a highly energetic environment to offer the best and latest exercise protocols. Our clients achieve their goals and retain the highest level of performance for sports competition, recreation, occupation and/or daily life activities. Opportunities at this clinic include:

  • FMS
  • Athletic Performance Training
  • High Speed Treadmill Training
  • Track Maintenance Program
  • Technical Hurdle Training
  • Shot / Discus Footwork Clinic
  • Adult Fitness
  • Personal Training
  • Team Training

The IAP is the number one resource for health & human performance in Ocala, Florida. We strive to create a lifelong partnership with the community to improve the quality of life for everyone, in all walks of life, in the community. Through the integration of movement screening & assessment, physical therapy, and performance training, as well as, recovery services & educational seminars & classes, IAP exists to maximize the quality of movement, quality of performance, and the quality of life for everyone in the community. Learn more about IAP's offerings at iapinstitute.com.

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Athletic Performance Locations

Barlow, OH

10430 State Route 550
Suite A
Vincent, OH 45784
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Chatham, VA

47 Depot Street
Chatham, VA 24531
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Parkersburg, WV – Balance Center

2010 Garfield Avenue, Suite 2
Parkersburg, WV 26201
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Parkersburg, WV – PARS Clinic

1212 Garfield Avenue
Suite 200
Parkersburg, WV 26101
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Ripley, WV

420 Charleston Drive
Suite A
Ripley, WV 25271
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St. Clairsville, OH

252 West Main Street
Suite E
St. Clairsvile, OH 43950
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Vienna, WV

415 36th Street
Suite 100
Parkersburg, WV 26101
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Wellsburg, WV

841 Commerce Street
Wellsburg, WV 26070
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Wheeling, WV

620 National Road
Suite 100
Wheeling, WV 26003
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • A physical therapy visit lasts about 40-60 minutes. The actual contents of the visit vary based on your diagnosis/need, but typically what happens is:

    1. You check in with the receptionist, make any appointments necessary, and we discuss your health insurance benefits with you.
    2. You go into the gym. You can change clothes if you need to, then begin therapy.
    3. You perform 6-8 various exercises and stretches. These can include therapeutic band exercises, light body weight exercises, or minimal weights. The stretches will promote strength, stability, improved range of motion, and pain relief.
    4. We can initiate other techniques to include manual work, taping, cupping, and dry needling as needed.
    5. The therapist makes recommendations based on your progress. These can include altering the frequency of visits, making additions/alterations to your home exercise plan, or things to do before your next visit.

  • We recommend budgeting 40-60 minutes for a typical therapy session. The only exception to this will be your first visit, which can take about 20 minutes longer due to the physical therapy evaluation your therapist will provide. We also recommend showing up about 10-15 minutes early to your first visit. This way, you can complete the paperwork before your visit time and streamline the process.

  • If we are asking you to do something that is hurting too much, let us know! Physical therapy should not be severely painful. It is not common to be so sore that patients are in pain or it affects their daily life. If this ever happens during or after an appointment, let us know and we will adapt your program.

  • During your initial evaluation, your therapist may ask you a number of questions to determine what the cause of your pain is. This can include questions about your sleep habits, activity level, and work environment. They will also ask for a medical history, and then typically ask direct questions about where and when you experience pain.

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People in West Virginia, Ohio, Virginia, and Florida Trust Mountain River PT

Hear from patients that reclaimed their lives.

Her physical therapist took the time to explain how her home exercises would help during therapy and after. “I have continued using the exercises even though I have finished with my therapy.” She was happy with her therapy and everyone involved. Really excited that the exercises continue to help her with her arthritis.

5 stars

RE: Mary S.

Mountain River Patient

Thanks so much for everything you have done for me. You have a very professional staff in a laid back atmosphere. You all worked me hard and still cared for my well being. To Ed & Melody, thank you for making me feel as if I was your only patient. You guys are great! Thanks again to all.

5 stars

Mike B.

Mountain River Patient

I just wanted to thank you again for getting to the root of my knee pain so quickly and finding the remedy that took my ugly limp away. With the limp I looked like an old sixty-one, now I will be able to chase down anyone within ten years of my age. I took a brisk half hour walk with my daughter last night and the leg held up well. Tomorrow morning we are definitely going to the YMCA to begin additional exercises. Once again, thanks for all your help.

5 stars

Dan H.

Mountain River Patient

I am extremely satisfied with the care and treatment that Justin, his assistant Jeff, and all the other great people at Mountain River Physical Therapy (gave me). They are knowledgeable, kind, and encouraging. When you allow them to treat you back to full health, you will not be disappointed.

5 stars

Nick M.

Mountain River Patient

... I recently used your facility for recovery from surgery on my spine. I think because of the great people there and their ability to really help and care for the patient's needs, I was able to recover faster than normal.

5 stars

Kevin S.

Mountain River Patient

Last week I was in Biloxi & Pascagoula, MS with other Wood County Habitat for Humanity folks putting new houses together... No major back or leg problems. An entire year has gone by without my needing your attention/care. I can now go up 2 flights of stairs without needing the railing.

5 stars

Kay H.

Mountain River Patient

I have done physical therapy a few times and I have never ever worked with such wonderful and kind people as you.

5 stars

Linda S.

Mountain River Patient

I can honesty say your staff and their buoyant attitudes made going to physical therapy an enjoyable and rewarding experience. I commend their professionalism and dedication to their patients.

5 stars

Richard D.

Mountain River Patient

You just can not imagine how much I appreciate you and your wisdom! If you had not found my torn patella tendon, I'd still be falling and the problem would have never been fixed!

5 stars

Issie D.

Mountain River Patient

Your smile and laughter kept my spirits high... while your expertise helped me get back on my feet. You have my thanks and gratitude for all the time you spent assisting my recovery.

5 stars

Sue W.

Mountain River Patient

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