RETURN-TO-SPORT TESTING IN CENTERVILLE, OH
CENTERVILLE & SOUTH DAYTON
Know, not guess, that you’re ready to to your sport.
✓ A full hour, 1-on-1 with a Doctor of Physical Therapy
✓ Hands-on treatment starting day one
✓ A clear plan back to training and life
Schedule Your Free Consultation → or Call or Leave a Message: 937-802-4283
“Am I ready?” shouldn’t be a guess.
After an injury or surgery, most people get cleared based on:
How long it’s been
Whether it still hurts
How it “looks” doing a few exercises
A gut feeling
Those things matter, but they leave a lot out. Feeling good and being ready aren’t always the same thing.
What we test
Strength, side to side: we use a force sensor to measure exactly how strong each side is, so we can see if your injured side has caught up
Jumping and landing: hop and jump tests that show power and control on each leg
Movement and performance tests: a series of tests matched to what your sport asks of you
Running: when it fits, a running analysis with a wearable sensor
You get numbers, not just an opinion.
Who it’s for
Athletes coming back from ACL reconstruction or other knee surgery
Anyone returning after an ankle sprain, hamstring strain, or shoulder injury
Runners heading back to full mileage and races
Active adults who want to know they’re ready for heavy lifting or competition
It’s also useful before you get hurt, as a baseline to compare against later.
Why testing matters
Going back too early is one of the most common reasons people get hurt again. Testing shows us any gaps that are left, so we can close them before you return.
It also gives you confidence. When you can see your numbers improve, you trust your body again.
How we help
We don’t guess…we assess. Your first visit is a full hour, 1-on-1 with a Doctor of Physical Therapy. From there, your plan follows our three steps:
FEEL BETTER: Calm it down. We make sure what’s healing is calm and ready to be pushed.
MOVE BETTER: Rebuild it. We use your test results to target the strength, power, and control gaps that are left.
PERFORM BETTER: Keep it. We retest until your numbers say you’re ready, then build a plan to keep you there.
You’ll leave your first visit knowing what’s going on, what to do next, what to modify for now, and roughly how long it should take.
Proudly helping South Dayton stay active. Clients come to our Centerville clinic from Washington Township, Springboro, Bellbrook, Beavercreek, and all over South Dayton. We’re proud to partner with local gyms including Burn Boot Camp, Centerville CrossFit, Fit Body Boot Camp, Orangetheory Fitness, Freedom Pointe CrossFit, Dayton CrossFit, M-Power Gym, Dayton Functional Fitness, and Kelli’s Body Shop.
Testing Questions People Often Ask
When should I get tested?
Usually in the later stages of rehab, before you go back to full practice, competition, or heavy training. We can also test you earlier to track progress.
Can you share the results with my coach or surgeon?
Yes. With your permission, we’re happy to share your results.
Do I have to be a PT client to get tested?
Talk with us on a free discovery call and we’ll figure out the best way to help.
Do you take insurance?
We’re an out-of-network provider, which lets us spend a full hour 1-on-1 with you. Many clients use HSA/FSA cards or submit our documentation to their insurance for possible reimbursement.
What are your hours?
Monday 7:30am–7pm · Tuesday 6am–6:30pm · Wednesday 7am–6:30pm · Thursday 7am–7:30pm · Friday 7am–2pm · Saturday & Sunday closed
Where are you located?
601 Congress Park Dr., Centerville, OH 45459, an easy drive from anywhere in South Dayton.
What to do next
If you’re wondering whether you’re ready to get back to your sport, let’s talk. We get to help people just like you every day except Sundays.
Book a free discovery call with our team. No pressure, just a real conversation about what’s going on and the best next step to get you back to doing what you love, with the people you love.
Prefer to call? Call or leave a message: 937-802-4283
Related: ACL & post-surgical rehab · performance testing · running analysis · BFR training · all conditions we treat
Written by Dr. Luke Barhorst, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS, founder of Training Nation Physical Therapy in Centerville, OH, and a board-certified orthopedic clinical specialist.
