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Care
Built on Trust
Movement
built for LIfe
 

Physical Therapy, Personal Training, & Sports Rehabilitation serving Sanford, Apex and the surrounding areas!

ABOUT missionfIT Physical Therapy!

We believe that life is the greatest sport, and no one gets to sit on the sideline. Our health determines how we show up for the game, and what our outcome will be. 

 

Located in Sanford and Apex, NC, we offer a multi-faceted approach with in-depth 1 on 1 orthopedic assessments, and personalized treatment plans with a sports physical therapist. We also offer personal training, small group/semi-private strength and conditioning, and nutrition services. We are skilled to help clients manage pain, improve movement, accelerate performance, and build confidence in all areas of their life. We take pride in helping clients navigate chronic issues, and unsuccessful treatment.  

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We lead by example through hard work, discipline, and integrity.  We are honored to be on your team, and we cannot wait to celebrate your WINS with you!

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meet the team

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Dr. Jessica Mertz PT, DPT, Pn1

Jessica is a licensed sports physical therapist who specializes in treating all clients like they are athletes. She is also a certified nutritionist, coach, and first responder.

Coach Rick Plona, PT, Pn1

Rick is a strength and conditioning coach who specializes in 1 on 1 personal training, semi-private/groups, and small group training. He is also a certified nutrition coach.

SERVICES & More

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  • Physical Therapy

  • Personal Training

  • Small Group Training

  • Gait/running analysis

  • Soft tissue mobilization (cupping)

  • Functional dry needling

  • Postural restoration

  • Corrective exercises/programming 

  • Nutrition consultations/planning

  • Educational workshop/in-service

What DO we treat

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  • Low back pain

  • Neck pain/headaches

  • Sports injuries

  • Shoulder pain

  • Sprained ankle/Achilles injuries

  • Hip/knee disorders

  • Post-operative care

  • Pre/post-partum care

  • Triathlete/endurance injuries

  • Weight-loss management

  • Macros/performance nutrition

  • Youth training

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Testimonials

"In the summer of 2021 I started training for my first marathon and early on started dealing with knee pain. Dr. Jess was not only extremely knowledgeable and professional about running injuries, she was so pleasant and showed genuine interest in what was going on.  I can't sing enough of her praises!"

Cointe B.

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