Columbia's Top Physical Therapy for Active Adults
You train hard, and now something hurts. Salerno Sports Therapy offers one-on-one, exercise-first physical therapy for active adults in Columbia who want to keep moving, not just stop hurting.
You're Tired of Quick Fixes That Don't Last
Your Shoulder Says No Again
The WOD looks fine on the board, but your shoulder locks up on overhead work and you're stuck modifying everything.
Pain Keeps Coming Back
You rest for a week, feel better, then tweak the same spot as soon as you load the bar or push the pace.
You're Told to Just Stop
Doctors say rest or avoid the movements you love, but that's not a plan—it's just giving up on what matters.
Performance-Focused PT in a Gym-Like Space
We treat people who do a lot, not people who do nothing. Every session is one-on-one, exercise-first, and built around getting you stronger so your body can handle your sport.
Common Issues We Address
We help active adults in Columbia work through pain and movement limitations that keep showing up during training. Here's what people typically come to us with:
Pain that flares up when you try to push intensity
Stiffness or weakness after taking time off from training
Hip pinching or tightness at depth in squats or lunges
Elbow pain from repeated gripping or pressing
Low back tweaks during deadlifts, squats, or everyday movement
Recurring strains in the hamstrings, calves, or hips
Knee irritation with loaded movements or running
Shoulder pain with pressing, pulling, or overhead lifts
From Pain to Performance in Three Steps
Talk with us
Schedule a free discovery call so we can learn about your goals, training, and what's been holding you back.
Get your assessment
Complete a full movement and strength assessment with sport-specific testing like running gait analysis or a Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) golf screen.
Follow your plan
Work through one-on-one, exercise-first sessions that build strength, restore confidence, and get you back to your sport.
What People Are Saying
Hear from athletes and active adults in Columbia who got back to training stronger than before.
For people of all ages and skill levels, preparation and recovery are key! Dr. Salerno has provided me with all the pre and post round exercises/stretches I need to keep myself in "playing" shape. I highly recommend giving SST a call!
Jay and the team at Salerno Sports Therapy have always provided me great service. Whether it's a small nagging injury or a bigger problem, Jay has the knowledge to not only get me feeling better but make sure it doesn't happen again and I can keep doing the things I love to do
Jay is awesome! He has been instrumental in solving my knee pain and issues while marathon training. He is incredibly knowledgeable and gave me a full strategy to fix my current problems and work to prevent them in the future!
SST was key to my training and prep for my first half marathon. Jay helped me stay injury free as I ramped up the intensity of my runs, and he was willing to help me remotely when I couldn't make in person sessions.
Very professional and highly recommend! I went to see Jay after a week off running due to injury. I had the Chicago marathon approaching in about 2 weeks and really wanted to be healthy and run. Jay worked hard and diligently to get me ready for the marathon — in a short time— and I was able to run the marathon, snag a PR & BQ. Jay continued to work with me post marathon to make sure I had the tools to keep my hips healthy and stronger. I’m happy with my decision to choose Salerno Sports Therapy for my PT needs!
Jay has done an outstanding job working with me. I came to him with bilateral elbow pain and have left with no more pain! He is extremely thorough with his initial evaluation in order to prescribe you with the best possible care. I would highly recommend Salerno Sports Therapy to anyone with any nagging aches and pains OR if you want to prevent those nagging aches and pains from happening. Give Jay a call!
Serving Columbia and more
We're located in Columbia and serve active adults and athletes across Forest Acres, Shandon, Heathwood, Melrose Heights, and the greater Columbia area. If you're looking for performance-focused physical therapy near you, we're here to help.
FAQs
Common questions about physical therapy at Salerno Sports Therapy.
Not usually. We build your plan around what you can do safely while we work on fixing the root issue. The goal is to keep you moving, not shut everything down.
It depends on your situation and goals. After your evaluation, we'll give you a clear sense of what to expect. Many people start with a 10-session plan and adjust from there.
We're out-of-network by choice so we can focus on your plan, not insurance rules. We'll give you a receipt you can submit for possible reimbursement, but we don't bill directly.
You get a full hour, one-on-one, with a PT who lifts and trains. We use real barbells, force plates, and strength testing tools in a gym-like space built for performance.
Some people move into small group training to keep building strength and stay consistent. Others just check in as needed when something flares up.
Still have questions?
Reach out and we'll walk you through how it works.
Ready to Get Stronger?
Schedule a free discovery call and let's figure out the best plan to get you back to training without pain.
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