Expert Ankle Pain Physical Therapy in Austin, TX
Get back to running, cycling, and the activities you love with personalized, root-cause treatment that keeps you moving pain-free for the long run.
Ankle Pain Shouldn't Keep You From What You Love
You've tried rest, ice, and stretching—but the pain keeps coming back every time you get active.
Your injury keeps coming back
You rest and recover, but the ankle pain returns the moment you lace up your running shoes or get back to your sport.
You're stuck on the sidelines
Missing training runs, canceled hikes, and watching others stay active while you're benched with chronic ankle discomfort.
No one's looking at the big picture
Quick appointments and cookie-cutter exercises don't address why your ankle keeps hurting—you need someone who treats the root cause.
We don't just treat your ankle pain—we identify what's driving it. Whether it's biomechanics, training errors, or movement patterns that need adjusting, our physical therapists dig deep to find the root cause and build a personalized plan to keep you moving for life.
• One-on-one care with Doctors of Physical Therapy—no assistants or aides • 60-75 minute sessions focused on your specific goals and active lifestyle • Movement-focused, holistic approach that addresses root causes, not just symptoms
Why Austin Residents Choose Eastside Movement
Our Proven Process to Get You Back to Your Active Life
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1.Relieve Your Pain
We start by addressing your immediate discomfort with targeted manual therapy, dry needling, and evidence-based techniques to reduce inflammation and pain.
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2. Identify and Address Root Causes
Through comprehensive movement assessments and gait analysis, we uncover what's driving your ankle injury—not just where it hurts.
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3. Build Long-Term Resilience
We equip you with personalized strength, mobility, and training strategies so you can stay pain-free and return to the activities that make life good.
Ankle Pain Conditions We Treat in Austin, TX
From weekend warriors to elite athletes, we help active people overcome a wide range of ankle injuries and chronic pain conditions.
• Ankle sprains and chronic instability • Achilles tendinopathy and tendinitis • Plantar fasciitis and heel pain • Posterior tibial tendon dysfunction, peroneal tendinopathy, and ankle impingement
What Austin Athletes Are Saying About Our Ankle Pain Treatment
Rated 5 stars on Google with over 128 verified reviews
Meet Our Team
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Dr. AJ
PT, DPT, TPI Certified
Dr. AJ received his doctorate of physical therapy from Nazareth University in 2017. With extensive sports training experience as a collegiate lacrosse player, AJ specializes in orthopedic and sports conditions. He holds Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) Level 1, Medical Level 2, and Select Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA) certifications, bringing expertise in treating golfers and active adults.
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Dr. Nick Lasarso
PT, DPT, ATC, TPI Certified
Dr. Nick earned his doctorate in physical therapy from the University of New England in 2016 and his bachelor's in athletic training from the University of New Hampshire in 2013. He specializes in orthopedics and sports medicine, treating post-operative and sports injuries. Nick is TPI Level 1 and Medical Level 2 certified, SFMA certified, and a Champion Performance Specialist (C-PS).
Visit Our Austin Physical Therapy Clinic
We're conveniently located near Central Park Shopping Center and The Village, just 12 minutes from downtown Austin via I-35 N.
Hours:
Monday - Friday: 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday: 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
Email:
contact@drivephysicaltherapyny.com
We're just 5 minutes from downtown Saratoga Springs and easily accessible from Malta, Ballston Spa, and Clifton Park. Located near the intersection of Route 50 and Gick Road.
Phone:
(518) 212-7145
Office:
40 Plaza Road, Suite #102 B
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about ankle pain physical therapy
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We offer one-on-one care with Doctors of Physical Therapy for the full 60-75 minute session—no assistants or aides. Our cash-based model allows us to spend more time with you, dig deeper into root causes, and create truly personalized treatment plans that address your whole body, not just your symptoms.
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We're a cash-based practice, which means we don't bill insurance directly. This allows us to provide athlete-style care without insurance restrictions on session length or treatment frequency. We can provide a superbill for you to submit to your insurance for potential out-of-network reimbursement. We also offer 50% off your initial evaluation.
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Our sessions are 60-75 minutes of focused, one-on-one time with your Doctor of Physical Therapy. This extended time allows us to perform hands-on manual therapy, guide you through exercises, and ensure you understand your treatment plan.
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Your first visit includes a comprehensive evaluation where we assess your ankle, review your injury history, analyze your movement patterns and gait, and identify the root cause of your pain. We'll create a personalized treatment plan and often begin hands-on treatment in that same session.
Ready to Move Pain-Free?
Schedule your free phone consultation and take the first step toward getting back to what you love.
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