6043 Lindsey Lane, Parker, TXMon–Thu 8am–8pmFri 8am–6pm
CALL: (214) 225-6450
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ATHLETERX PERFORMANCE REHAB - THE COMEBACK IS BUILT HERERecover. Optimize. Outperform.

EXPERT SPORTS PHYSICAL
THERAPY IN PARKER, TX

Serving the Plano, Allen, and Lucas communities, we are raising the bar for athletic recovery, delivering a new standard of excellence in sports physical therapy and evidence-based rehab.

No Referral IconNO REFERRAL NEEDED*
Insurance IconINSURANCE ACCEPTED
Same Week IconSAME-WEEK APPOINTMENTS
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The Science of the Comeback

At AthleteRx Performance Rehab, your recovery is about more than getting out of pain. It is about rebuilding your strength, mobility, and confidence so you can return to sports and life better than you were before. Our board-certified therapists blend elite-level sports rehabilitation with proven performance science, so you return to the activities you love with confidence and resilience.

Whether you are an athlete chasing a personal best or simply want to move without limitation, we build a path forward that lasts. Patients across Dallas-Forth Worth trust us for sports physical therapy to deliver results that hold up under real demand.

Our return-to-play process

Getting cleared to compete should be based on measurable readiness, not guesswork or the calendar. Our return-to-play process gives you a clear, objective path back to your sport.

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EVALUATION AND FUNCTIONAL MOVEMENT SCREEN.

Your first visit begins with a thorough assessment of your injury, movement patterns, strength, and sport-specific demands. This establishes your baseline and shapes your individualized plan.

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HANDS-ON THERAPY AND CORRECTIVE EXERCISE.

We combine manual therapy with targeted corrective exercise to reduce pain, restore mobility, and address the underlying causes of your injury.

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SPORT-SPECIFIC RECONDITIONING AND STRENGTH.

As you progress, we rebuild the strength, power, and coordination your sport demands, gradually reintroducing the movements you will face in competition.

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RETURN-TO-SPORT TESTING AND CLEARANCE.

Before clearance, we measure strength symmetry, hop tests, agility, and mental readiness. You are not cleared to return until you pass this objective testing. This standard protects you from returning too soon and re-injuring the same area.

84%

Research supports objective return-to-play testing as a way to reduce re-injury risk. In the Delaware-Oslo ACL cohort study, researchers found that applying simple objective decision rules can reduce reinjury risk by 84% after ACL reconstruction (Grindem H, et al. British Journal of Sports Medicine, 2016).

READY TO START? BOOK A SPORTS PT EVALUATION AND TAKE THE FIRST MEASURABLE STEP BACK TO YOUR SPORT.

Why patients come in

Common Reasons Parker, Plano & Allen Residents Seek PT

Pain and limitation show up in different ways, and each one deserves a focused plan. Here are the most common reasons people in our community come to us for sports physical therapy.

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Sports Injuries & Performance

From acute injuries to nagging setbacks, we help athletes heal and perform at a higher level. Learn about sports physical therapy.

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Post-Op Rehab

A strong recovery starts with the right rehab. We guide you safely through every phase, from prehab to full recovery. See post-surgical rehab.

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Mobility Assessment

Stiff joints and tight muscles restrict your movement and increase risk of injury due to compensation. We restore motion so you move freely again. Improve your mobility.

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Can't Enjoy an Active Lifestyle

When activity feels out of reach, we help you reclaim it. Get back to active living.

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Fear of Re-Injury

Confidence matters as much as healing. We prepare your body to handle what comes next. Address fear of re-injury.

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Prehab

A proactive, structured exercise program designed to strengthen your body before you undergo surgery to improve strength and range of motion.

Our Services

Every service we offer is designed to help you move, perform, and live without compromise. Explore the care that fits your goals.

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SPORTS PHYSICAL THERAPY

Specialized treatment that helps athletes fully recover and reach peak performance.

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Return to Sport Testing

Structured progression that prepares you to get back on the field with confidence.

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Post-Op

From prehab to complete recovery. Guided rehab that protects your repair and rebuilds strength.

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Baseball Injury Rehab

Specialized care for throwers and players at every level. Experts in return to throwing programs.

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Dry Needling

Precise relief for muscle tension and pain that limits movement.

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Chronic pain

Targeted care to reduce chronic pain and restore everyday comfort.

Our advanced methods include Dry Needling, Blood Flow Restriction, Myofascial Cupping, Corrective Exercise, Sports Manual Therapy, and Return to Sport Testing. Each one supports a complete, evidence-based recovery built around your needs.

DRY NEEDLINGBLOOD FLOW RESTRICTIONMYOFASCIAL CUPPINGCORRECTIVE EXERCISESPORTS MANUAL THERAPYRETURN TO SPORT TESTING

Sport-specific rehab

Built For Your Game

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Baseball

Throwing mechanics, arm care, return to throw programs

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Soccer

ACL rehab, cutting mechanics, sprint capacity

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Football

Speed training, collision prep, position-specific rehab

Meet the Team

Dr. Ben Volkman, sports physical therapist at AthleteRx

DR. BEN VOLKMAN

PT, DPT, SCS, FAAOMPT, CSCS

Sports PT this advanced starts with training this rare. Dr. Ben Volkman is the only Sports Residency and Fellowship-trained physical therapist in Dallas-TX, placing him in the top 1 percent of clinicians nationally and making him one of only eight PTs in all of Texas who have completed this level of sports rehab training.

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Dr. Christina Sterling, orthopedic specialist and sports physical therapist at AthleteRx.

Dr. Christina Sterling

PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS

Dr. Christina Sterling is a Board-Certified Orthopaedic Specialist (OCS) and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) dedicated to combining sports rehabilitation with performance training.

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Elite Physical Therapy By the Numbers

20+

Years Experience

Top 1%

Elite Training Level

NFL/MLB/NBA/WNBA

NCAA

100%

Focused on You

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Why Choose AthleteRx

We pair the highest level manual therapy skills with elite sports therapy and a performance-based philosophy, so your rehab goes beyond symptom relief and builds lasting capability. Every plan reflects pro-level standards and a deep commitment to measurable outcomes.

In Texas, you have direct access to physical therapy, which means no referral is needed to begin treatment with us. We accept insurance from BCBS, UHC, Aetna, Tricare, Cigna, Baylor Scott & White, and UMR, making expert care accessible and straightforward. Our advanced methods include dry needling, cupping, blood flow restriction, and joint mobilization, giving us the tools to address your needs with precision. The result is care that feels personal, proven, and built entirely around you.

Insurance accepted

BCBSUHCAetnaTricareCignaBaylor Scott & WhiteUMR

Frequently Asked Questions

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Athlete success stories

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I can't say enough good things about AthleteRx and Dr. Ben. I was looking for a PT who actually specializes in athletes—I didn't want "grandma's PT" trying to get me back to the mats after ACL reconstruction and meniscus repair surgery. Dr. Ben truly understands the demands of high-level performance. He's been instrumental in getting me back to running and Jiu-Jitsu tournaments with a plan tailored for the intensity of combat sports. If you're an athlete recovering from a major injury, this is the place to go.

JOEY HUERTA

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Dr. Ben has been a wonderful help for my injury, within a month has been able to turn my recurring back injury to something of the past. Very, very approachable staff and good experience all around. Definitely recommend to any athletes.

NAYTHAN MANOJ KALLUNGAL

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The most knowledgeable, personable and professional physical therapist I have ever been to! I had several sports injuries and I saw Ben —when I explained to him my pains, he knew exactly what the root causes were. He didn't guess around and put a plan in place to help rid me of my ailments. It's great to know that in the future, should any other sports injuries arise, there is someone who I can trust to get me back up to speed.

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Areas We Serve

PARKER, TXPLANOALLENLUCASWYLIEMURPHY

GREATER COLLIN COUNTY

Our clinic is based in Parker, TX, and proudly serves athletes throughout the surrounding communities.

In Plano, we help youth, high school, collegiate, and recreational athletes recover and return to competition with confidence. Athletes in Allen trust us for individualized rehabilitation that supports long-term performance. Families in Lucas rely on our one-on-one approach to sports injury recovery. We also serve athletes from McKinney and Frisco who are looking for evidence-based sports physical therapy and objective return-to-play testing.

Together, these communities make up the greater Collin County area we are proud to serve.

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Book Your Appointment

Booking is simple. Call us or reserve your visit online. We are open Monday through Thursday from 8 am to 8 pm and Friday from 8 am to 6 pm at 6043 Lindsey Lane in Parker, TX.

FAX(214) 614 7494
ADDRESS6043 LINDSEY LN, PARKER, TX 75002
HOURS
MONDAY - THURSDAY: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PMFRIDAY: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM