Welcome to Performance Physical Therapy

At Performance Physical Therapy, we specialize in the treatment of orthopedic and sports related injuries, neck and back pain, therapy for older adults as well as balance disorders/fall prevention.

Physical therapists are the experts in evaluating and treating musculoskeletal problems. We use our knowledge of anatomy and exercise to help our clients recover from a wide variety of conditions.

We share a commitment to excellence when it comes to serving our clients and helping them reach their goals, whether it be returning to work, a sport or their everyday life activities.

News

2019 Literature Review part 1: neck, back, and jaw pain
We distribute news each week to help educate you—our patients—on some of the most common injuries and conditions that we treat, and to explain why we always recommend seeing a physical therapist early when dealing with any type of pain. …
Read MoreDecember 3, 2019
Better results and lower costs by seeing a physical therapist early
Evidence on use of physical therapy during an initial episode of low back pain is mixed Low back pain (LBP) is one of the most common health conditions, as about 65-80% of adults will experience it at some point in their lifetime. Many treatment options…
Read MoreNovember 26, 2019
Seeing a physical therapist first can lead to better results
Some patients may put off going to physical therapy for any number of reasons, sometimes for an extended period. Individuals might believe that their condition will improve on its own, that treatment is too expensive for their budget, or they may…
Read MoreNovember 19, 2019
Opioids can be avoided by seeing a physical therapist first.
Visiting a physical therapist for injuries and painful conditions is always a smart choice that can lead to similar—or better—outcomes compared to surgery, and at a lower cost. But this is just one of the numerous benefits that physical therapy ca…
Read MoreNovember 12, 2019
Physical therapy can help avoid the expenses of surgery
If you experience an injury or happen to be in pain for a long period of time, relief may eventually become your number one priority. There are many treatment options available to address these 8types of issues, and what’s right for you depends on…
Read MoreNovember 5, 2019
For patients who repeatedly sprain their ankles hands-on PT can help
Ankle sprains are the most common injury in athletes and those who are physically active. In addition to the initial pain and disability that these injuries cause, up to 41% of patients who sprain their ankle once will go on to develop a condition called…
Read MoreOctober 29, 2019
For ankle/foot pain, rest, massage, and footwear adjustments are best
Try to think about all the movements that are needed to get you through a typical day. Chances are, regardless of what type of work you do or what your day consists of, you’ll notice that you probably use your feet and ankles at least a fair amount…
Read MoreOctober 15, 2019
Treat your feet right and stay conditioned to avoid injury
For most of us our feet provide the freedom to get from point A to B with minimal effort. But even though they provide this incredible ability, it’s easy to take the feet for granted, and perhaps we often ignore these wonderful appendages.…
Read MoreOctober 8, 2019
Foot & ankle injuries are a common problem for active individuals
Over time, exercise and physical activity tend to strain certain areas of the body to the point of pain, and this distribution is not equally divided. While the region that’s affected has much to do with the activity being performed, there are some…
Read MoreOctober 1, 2019
PT leads to improvements for patients with common jaw disorder
Temporomandibular disorder (TMD) is a term used to describe a set of common conditions that affect the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). The TMJ connects the jaw to the skull and allows it to move up and down and from side to side. Typical symptoms of TMDs…
Read MoreSeptember 26, 2019

Read What Our Patients Have To Say

Carol G. (Elbridge, NY)
My experience at Performance PT has been wonderful and very, very helpful. I wish I had come sooner. My treatments have completely cured me of neck pain!
Michelle S. (Weedsport, NY)
Thanks to Mike Fay, I'm healed. He was great, very informative, patient and soft spoken. He treats you like a person and not just another patient.
G.H. (Elbridge, NY)
Mike Fay was excellent in handling my plantar fasciitis. I was in pain for 1-1/2 years. The pain is gone and I have returned to my normal activities.
B.O. (Fulton, NY)
The level of care I received at Performance Physical Therapy was fantastic! I would recommend anyone needing physical therapy to see Mike, Jeff or Mike at Performance PT!
J.B. (Fulton, NY)
I had a fantastic experience at Performance Physical Therapy! My therapist, Mike Ryan, worked exclusively with me at each session. I have and will continue to recommend Performance PT to anyone.
Helen H. (Elbridge, NY)
Michael Fay has done a great job with me. I can now go to the grocery store without the hurt I had in my groin and I am sleeping so much better I would recommend him to anyone.