Running Physical Therapy in Rockville Centre, NY
You weren't built to sit on the sidelines. Whether it's a nagging knee, tight IT band, or pain that's keeping you from your next PR, we help runners like you get back to the road — stronger, faster, and injury-free.
At Trident Physical Therapy, we don't just treat runners — we are runners. Dr. Matt is currently training for the NYC Marathon. We understand what it feels like to lose your stride, miss training runs, and wonder if you'll ever get back to race shape. Our running-specific physical therapy in Rockville Centre combines hands-on treatment, biomechanical analysis, and performance training to get you back to doing what you love — without compromise.
When Running Hurts, Everything Changes
It starts with a twinge. Then it becomes a limp. Before you know it, you're canceling your Saturday long run, skipping race day, and watching from the sidelines. Running isn't just exercise — it's how you clear your mind, stay sane, and push your limits. When injury takes that away, it doesn't just hurt physically — it disconnects you from who you are.
You're Tired of "Just Rest"
Traditional doctors tell you to stop running and rest. But rest isn't a solution — it's a delay. You need a plan that gets you back to training without losing months of progress.
You're Worried It'll Happen Again
You've tried stretching, foam rolling, and YouTube exercises. The pain goes away for a week, then comes roaring back. You need someone who can find the root cause — not just mask the symptoms.
You're Losing Your Identity
Running defines you. It's your stress relief, your social time, your competition with yourself. When you can't run, you feel stuck, frustrated, and disconnected from the things that make you feel alive.
We Get You Back to Running — Stronger Than Before
At Trident Physical Therapy in Rockville Centre, we specialize in helping runners overcome pain, prevent injuries, and unlock peak performance. We don't just get you back to running — we help you come back better. Our 1-on-1, hands-on approach combines expert manual therapy, biomechanical assessments, and strength training designed specifically for runners.
✓ Running-specific biomechanical analysis to identify the movement patterns causing your pain
✓ Personalized strength and mobility programs tailored to your training schedule and race goals
✓ Hands-on manual therapy every session — including cupping, soft tissue work, and joint mobilizations
Trusted by Rockville Centre's Active Community
““I am very satisfied with the runner’s knee program. I was dealing with knee pain that prevent me to run. Thanks to this awesome program, after the first session I felt relief. now I’m on week seven and knee pain is completely gone Dr. Matt is exceptional. highly knowledgeable. Highly recommend””
From Sidelined to Race-Ready: Our 3-Step Process
Step 1: RESET — Find What's Really Causing Your Pain
We start with a comprehensive running analysis and full-body assessment. We don't just look at where it hurts — we identify the movement dysfunction, muscle imbalances, and training errors that got you injured in the first place. You'll leave your first session with answers, not guesswork.
Step 2: RESTORE — Rebuild Your Foundation
Using hands-on manual therapy, targeted strength training, and mobility work, we create a customized plan that fits your training schedule. Whether you're recovering from runner's knee, Achilles tendinitis, or IT band syndrome, we'll progress your rehab week by week so you can safely return to running.
Step 3: OPTIMIZE — Run Faster, Stronger, Smarter
Once you're pain-free, we don't stop there. We optimize your running mechanics, strengthen weak links, and give you the tools to prevent future injuries. You'll leave with a performance plan that keeps you training at your peak — for the long haul.
Running Injuries We Treat in Rockville Centre
Whether you're training for your first 5K or your tenth marathon, we've helped runners at every level overcome stubborn injuries and get back to the starting line. At Trident Physical Therapy, we treat the root cause — not just the symptoms — so you can run with confidence again.
✓ Runner's knee (patellofemoral pain syndrome)
✓ IT band syndrome
✓ Achilles tendinitis and tendinopathy
✓ Plantar fasciitis
✓ Shin splints
✓ Hip flexor strains and hip pain
✓ Stress fractures and post-injury return to running
Real Runners. Real Results.
““Matt is awesome! I was pain free after two sessions over four week of work. I started seeing major leaps in my athleticism after a few more weeks. My 12 weeks were up I immediately decided to do another 12 week run by choice. Couldn’t be happier of my decision.””
““I cannot recommend Dr. Matt Barle more strongly! I have come back to work with him virtually a second time. In the past I had a knee injury and now a neck injury. In both cases I tried in-person physical therapy and even tried other online PT’s, but I did not have close to the amount of success that I did with Matt. He has a CSCS in addition to being a brilliant PT, so he understands how to give effective, succinct, and interesting workouts that are far more effective than the run-of-the-mill banded clamshells and manual releases that PTs do in person. I was able to return to many of my lifts within 2-3 weeks of working with Matt online than I ever was able to ever do with in-person PT months on end. Some of my lifts even were pain-free once I adopted his prescribed workouts!! Furthermore, Matt is readily accessible to communicate and welcomes all feedback, which he takes into consideration for the following week’s workout changes. He sends concise videos of exercises and timely text feedback. He takes the time to follow up over video each week and truly cares to get you back on track. He’s easy to communicate with and incredibly considerate. If you need to get back to your lifts or just live pain-free, I highly recommend you give him a shot, you will not regret it!!””
““I am very satisfied with the runner’s knee program. I was dealing with knee pain that prevent me to run. Thanks to this awesome program, after the first session I felt relief. now I’m on week seven and knee pain is completely gone Dr. Matt is exceptional. highly knowledgeable. Highly recommend””
Ready to Get Back to Running?
Schedule your free phone consultation today and take the first step toward a stronger, pain-free stride.
Email: info@tridentphysicaltherapy.com
Phone: (516) 386-2044
Office: 298 Sunrise Hwy, Rockville Centre, NY 11570
We're located on Sunrise Highway in Rockville Centre, just minutes from Lynbrook, Oceanside, Merrick, and Bellmore. Near Energy Fitness and easily accessible from the Southern State Parkway. Whether you're coming from Long Beach or Garden City, we're your local hub for running-focused physical therapy.
Frequently Asked Questions
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No! Thanks to Direct Access laws in New York, you can start treatment immediately without a doctor's referral. You can schedule your first appointment today and begin your recovery right away. If you plan to continue beyond 10 visits or 30 days, we'll help you obtain a prescription at that time.
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At Trident, you get 1-on-1 care for the full 60 minutes — no aides, no rotating therapists, no juggling multiple patients. Every session includes hands-on manual therapy like cupping, joint mobilizations, and soft tissue work. We're also runners ourselves, so we understand your goals and training demands. Most importantly, we focus on getting you back stronger — not just pain-free.
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Trident Physical Therapy is an out-of-network, cash-based provider. This means we're not limited by insurance restrictions, so we can focus 100% on your recovery. We provide superbills that you can submit to your insurance for potential reimbursement. We also accept HSA and FSA cards. Our model often costs less overall because you need fewer sessions to achieve results.
Still Have Questions?
We're here to help. Contact us today to learn more about how we can get you back to running stronger.