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

Several Exercises To Help Patients With Frozen Shoulder
One of the few common shoulder diagnoses that does not directly involve the rotator cuff is adhesive capsulitis, or frozen shoulder. This condition occurs when scar tissue forms within the shoulder, causing the shoulder capsule to thicken and tighten arou…
Read MoreJune 28, 2022
Physical Therapy May Have Same Outcomes For Shoulder Pain as Surgery
As we discussed in our first newsletter, nearly 85% of shoulder conditions involve the rotator cuff, and among the most common of these is shoulder impingement syndrome (SIS). SIS results from the rotator cuff tendons becoming compressed—or “impinged”—as …
Read MoreJune 21, 2022
Our Top 3 Exercises To Reduce Your Risk for Shoulder Pain
Shoulder pain can be an extremely bothersome issue in your life. Although you may not realize it, you use your shoulder on a frequent basis every day, since it permits many of the movements that involve your arms. Therefore, if a problem arises that leads…
Read MoreJune 13, 2022
Physical Therapy Is Your Best Bet For Most Causes Of Shoulder Pain
Shoulder pain is an extremely common complaint. Up to 26% of the population is currently affected by it, and it ranks third—behind back pain and knee pain—in musculoskeletal conditions that lead people to consult their doctor. About 1% of the population v…
Read MoreJune 7, 2022
Myofascial Pain Syndrome Can Lead To Chronic Neck Pain
Myofascial pain syndrome and dysfunction of the muscles that support the upper spine and shoulders can lead to a variety of symptoms in these regions, including neck pain. The reasons neck pain develops are complex and often difficult to pinpoint, but res…
Read MoreMay 24, 2022
Hands-On Techniques Can Help Patients With Myofascial Pain Syndrome
As we’ve explained, myofascial pain syndrome is one of the most common musculoskeletal conditions, with up to 85% of the population likely to be affected by it at some point. If symptoms arise—which are most likely to be noticed in the mid-to-upper spine—…
Read MoreMay 17, 2022
Combined Exercise Program Benefits Patients With Chronic Neck Pain
As we explained in our last newsletter, myofascial pain syndrome is a common condition that can affect any muscle in the body, but the muscles of the upper back, neck, and shoulder are most likely to be involved. The deep, aching pain and stiffness that r…
Read MoreMay 10, 2022
Myofascial Pain Syndrome Can Be A Common Cause of Upper Back Issues
The spine is possibly the most problematic area of the body. From the base of the spine up to the upper back and neck, there are various ways in which pain can manifest and produce disability. Although pain is most common in the lower back, several issues…
Read MoreMay 3, 2022
Physical Therapy Leads To Both Direct & Indirect Benefits
In our last post, we summarized a meta-analysis that investigated the use of spinal manipulation and found ample evidence from numerous studies that it was effective for chronic low back pain. But spinal manipulation is just one of many interventions that…
Read MoreApril 26, 2022
Hands-On Therapy Technique Is Just As Effective For Low Back Pain
As we explained in our first newsletter, physical therapy is strongly recommended as one of the best treatments for most causes of low back pain, and there’s an abundance of research showing that it leads to a variety of improvements. One intervention phy…
Read MoreApril 19, 2022

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.