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Ditch the Pain.
Keep the Training.
Fitness-forward physical therapy for athletes who refuse to sit on the sideline. We keep you training while we fix the problem.
5.0 on Google
(100 reviews)
5.0 on Google
(100 reviews)
What We Treat
Specialized clinical expertise for the areas that take the most heat during high-performance training.
Lower Back
Resolving disc issues and mechanical pain so you can get back to the platform.
Knee
Patellar tendonitis, meniscus tears, and stability work for explosive movement.
Shoulder
Fixing impingement and instability for overhead pressing and weightlifting.
Hip
Restoring depth in squats and running efficiency through hip mobility and strength work.
Neck
Cervical disc injuries, tension headaches, and nerve pain treated at the source — not just managed with meds.
Ankle & Foot
Sprains, plantar fasciitis, and Achilles tendinopathy to get you back to running or back in the gym.
Tired of being told to rest?
There's a better way.
Generic exercise sheets. Weeks of "just rest." Months of ice packs and band exercises while you lose strength, confidence, and momentum. That's not how athletes operate.
We combine advanced physical therapy with strength and conditioning principles. We don't just get you out of pain — we make you more resilient than you were before the injury.
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Dr. Jake Pawol, PT, DPT, OCS
"I live the lifestyle I prescribe."
Jake is a competitive lifter and Performance PT who understands that for the committed athlete, training isn't just a lifestyle — it's an identity. With a Doctorate in Physical Therapy, Board-Certified Orthopedic Specialization, and a background in competitive weightlifting, he understands the real demands of the gym athlete.
He founded Fortitude & Freedom Performance Therapy because he was tired of seeing athletes told to "just rest" by providers who don't understand what it means to push the human limit. Your rehab takes place in a real gym, using real equipment, because that's where athletes belong.
"My goal isn't to get you back to normal. It's to get you back to being elite."
Real Results
What our patients have to say — straight from Google Reviews.
"Jake is legit. I have seen him a number of times for various tweaks and minor injuries and always come out with more knowledge and relief. His approach offers an educational element so you can help yourself after PT is over. As a fitness professional, I find this crucial for sustained success in performance and just simply feeling your best. His knowledge of the body and how it works is unmatched."
Nick Hargens
Google Review
"I have had the privilege of working with Jake for the past two months, and I can confidently say that the impact on my well-being has been profound. Jake has not only helped me find relief from pain but has also played a pivotal role in understanding the root causes of my issues. One of Jake standout qualities is his ability to foster awareness. He has equipped me with the skills to recognize when a corrective movement is needed, empowering me to take charge of my own progress."
Jordyn Jondle
Google Review
"Every person deserves the best medical care possible and I was so fortunate to have been recommended to Jake. As a physical therapist, Jake not only guided me through my knee recovery but educated me on the specifics of my body and how I could use it to the fullest potential. Jake has an incredible knowledge of anatomy and how to properly use the body which then allowed me to make great leaps forward with improved performance in the gym."
Daly Hardy
Google Review
Your Comeback Starts Here.
Stop living with pain and start fixing the underlying cause.