Performance Physical Therapy
Recover Stronger. Perform Better.
You’ve got things to do, goals to accomplish. No time for injuries or pain. We’re here to help.
Performance Physical Therapy
Whether you’re a high-level competitive athlete, or a weekend warrior determined to stay active, we’re here to help. Acute injury? Nagging pain? Surgical procedure? We’ve got you covered from prehab to rehab, and return-to-sport!
Active release, soft tissue mobilization, muscle energy techniques… Dry needling, cupping, IASMT technique… Let’s figure out what’s causing your problem, and put these tools to use fixing it.
More good news?
You do not need a referral to see a Physical Therapist in North Carolina! In fact, all 50 states have some form of direct access to physical therapy. That’s because research has repeatedly proven that Doctors of Physical Therapy are safe and effective as first-line intervention for musculoskeletal issues. Save time. Save money. Feel better faster.
Wait, even MORE good news?!?
Athletic Advantage is an out-of-network provider. Yes, that’s good news! See the FAQ section below to learn more.
1-on-1 Treatments and a Collaborative Plan of Care. Always.
Christopher Hope, DPT, MBA
Certifications
Licensed Physical Therapist in North Carolina (PT)
Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
Certified in Dry Needling (CDN)
Level 1 CrossFit Instructor (CF-L1)
Credentialed Clinical Instructor (CI)
Certified in the Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA)
BLS for Healthcare Providers
Recognition
Top 10% of therapists nationally for orthopedic outcomes
Helped start and run new clinic sites for two different companies
Judy Capps Beswick Certificate of Merit for Clinical Performance
Judy A. White Professional Development Award
UNC Student Physical Therapy Association President
Professional Affiliations
American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)
APTA North Carolina
Academy of Orthopedic Physical Therapy (AOPT)
American Academy of Sports Physical Therapy (AASPT)
National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA)
Professional Experience
Physical Therapist @ UNC Health – Pittsboro, NC
Clinic Director, Physical Therapist @ Pivot Physical Therapy – Raleigh, NC
Business Manager @ Athletic Advantage Sports PT & Performance Development Center – Durham & Chapel Hill, NC
Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) @ University of North Carolina – Chapel Hill, NC
Master of Business Administration (MBA) @ Missouri State University – Springfield, MO
More Services
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Jenn Harrington, DPT
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AJ Francioni, DPT
CONCUSSION
Frequently Asked Questions
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The good news is NO.
We are an out-of-network provider, meaning we do not directly participate with any insurance plans. This isn’t as bad as it seems. Many insurance companies do offer out-of-network benefits; and if you choose to submit for reimbursement with your insurance, we’ll provide an invoice that includes your diagnostic and treatment codes. If you’re curious about this option, call the number on the back of your insurance card and ask, “What are my out-of-network physical therapy benefits?”
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By being out-of-network, insurance cannot dictate the care that you receive. You can be treated like the individual that you are. You get quality time with the clinician, the care that you actually need, and no unexpected bill with additional charges.
Another benefit of out-of-network care is that, if needed, we can also spend time working on wellness, return-to-sport, and performance improvement activities. These are not reimbursed in traditional clinics and therefore rarely, if ever, offered. Patients who’ve experienced a cash-based model often report needing less visits and a quicker return to activity.
More personalized care and faster results… It's better for you. It’s better for us.
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Because we do not participate in Medicare (a federal government program), we cannot provide therapy services for Medicare patients. Ouch, right?
That said, it is possible to participate in a wellness/maintenance program, which is not considered a medical treatment by Medicare. If you’re interested, send us an email or set up a phone call so we can chat more about how this works.
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Yes! … (that was an easy one)
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Nope! North Carolina is what’s called a direct-access state, meaning you can directly access a Doctor of Physical Therapy without needing a referral from another provider.
Don’t worry, we’re trained to screen for red flags or conditions that are outside our scope of practice and will refer accordingly. In many cases, we can help you get an appointment with other providers sooner than you would trying to call on your own.
Many athletes unknowingly delay their time to treatment by getting (often unnecessary) urgent care visits, orthopedic appointments, and expensive imaging, ultimately just to be referred to Physical Therapy anyways!
Save time. Save money. Feel better faster. Come see us!
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Nope. And this is something you should totally take advantage of. What’s the best way to treat an injury? … Prevent it in the first place! Physical Therapists are movement experts. We excel at identifying movement dysfunctions and imbalances that may be causing a current injury, or can lead to future injury.
We also provide performance therapy designed to optimize your body and enhance performance. Want to perform better? Schedule today!