Back Pain Physical Therapy in Columbus, OH
Stop letting back pain keep you from the workouts, sports, and activities you love. Our performance-focused physical therapists in Columbus dig deeper to find the root cause of your pain and build a personalized plan to get you stronger, more resilient, and pain-free for life—without medications, injections, or surgery.
Is Back Pain Holding You Back?
You've tried rest, ice, and generic exercises from YouTube—but the pain keeps coming back. You're frustrated by cookie-cutter approaches that don't address your specific goals or activity level.
Chronic Back Pain Won't Go Away
You've tried stretching, chiropractic adjustments, and rest—but the pain keeps coming back. You're stuck in a cycle of temporary relief with no lasting solution.
Workouts Are Limited or Avoided
You're afraid to lift, run, or train the way you want. You've been told to "just stop if it hurts," but that's not the life you want to live.
Frustrated by Traditional Healthcare
You've been shuffled through quick appointments, handed generic exercises, or told "it's just your age." You deserve better than band-aid solutions.
Athletes' Potential Helps You Solve Back Pain at the Source
Traditional healthcare often misses the mark when it comes to back pain. At Athletes' Potential Columbus, we take a different approach. We don't just treat your symptoms—we find out why your back pain started in the first place and fix it for good.
Our approach includes:
✓ 1-on-1 sessions for a full 60+ minutes with a Doctor of Physical Therapy
✓ Root cause diagnosis through comprehensive movement assessments
✓ Personalized treatment plans combining manual therapy, dry needling, and strength training
✓ Clear, transparent pricing with no surprise medical bills
✓ Direct communication with your DPT—no waiting weeks for answers
We help active adults in Columbus break free from back pain and get back to living life without limits.
Ryan Truini, Columbus
"I'd been dealing with back pain since 2020—couldn't sit for more than 30 minutes without it flaring up, and things like golf were completely out of the question. The team at Athletes' Potential really took the time to figure out what was going on and gave me a plan I could actually stick with. After a few months of staying consistent with it, I went from constant stiffness and pain shooting down my leg to being able to sit at work for hours without any issues. Now I'm working out a few times a week, running pain-free, and actually thinking about getting back on the golf course again."
1. Find Your Pain's Root Cause
We conduct a thorough movement assessment to understand exactly what's causing your back pain—not just where it hurts, but why it's happening.
2. Build Your Custom Plan
You'll receive a personalized treatment plan combining hands-on manual therapy, dry needling, and targeted exercises designed specifically for your body and goals.
3. Get Stronger and Stay Pain-Free
We equip you with the knowledge, tools, and confidence to manage your back health for life—so you can stay active without fear of pain returning.
We Treat All Types of Back Pain in Columbus
Whether your back pain is chronic, acute, or related to a specific injury, we've helped hundreds of active adults in Columbus get back to doing what they love. Our Columbus physical therapy team specializes in treating:
✓ Lower back pain and sciatica
✓ Upper back and thoracic pain
✓ Herniated or bulging discs
✓ Post-surgical back rehab (microdiscectomy, spinal fusion, etc.)
✓ SI joint dysfunction
✓ Chronic back stiffness and tightness
✓ Back pain from lifting, running, or sports
No matter how long you've been dealing with back pain, we're here to help you find a real, lasting solution.
What Columbus Clients Are Saying
<>Ben Alesi
"I've been spinning my wheels for over a decade in and out of chiropractor appointments to address my lower back pain. Dom was phenomenal at addressing the root cause of my issues… excellent communicator, and provides clear instruction for mobility drills/movements. He practices what he preaches and I highly recommend to anyone looking for a PT that emphasizes movement and progress over medication."
Maggie Wright
"I came in with years of low back pain following a microdiscectomy and was told I had spinal instability. I felt like I'd never be able to work out again. The team at Athletes' Potential took the time to figure out the root cause of my pain and built a plan that kept me active. Now, I'm back to working out pain-free and, for the first time in years, I feel confident being active again!"
Emily Knuth
"I came in with years of low back pain following a microdiscectomy and was told I had spinal instability. I felt like I'd never be able to work out again. The team at Athletes' Potential took the time to figure out the root cause of my pain and built a plan that kept me active. Now, I'm back to working out pain-free and, for the first time in years, I feel confident being active again!"
Visit Us in Columbus, Ohio
We're here to help active people in Columbus, Grandview, Clintonville, and the greater Columbus area get out of pain and back to peak performance. Schedule your free phone consultation and let's create your personalized plan.
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (470) 355-2106
Office: 2125 W. 5th Ave, Columbus, OH 43212
Getting Here: We're located on West 5th Avenue in Grandview Heights, just minutes from downtown Columbus, Upper Arlington, and OSU campus. Convenient access from I-670 and SR-315.
