Do you accept insurance?

We are a cash-based, out-of-network practice — which means your plan of care is never dictated by an insurance company. We provide superbills after each session so you can submit for potential out-of-network reimbursement directly with your insurer. Most clients find they need significantly fewer total visits than at in-network clinics, making the investment comparable or less overall.

How is your running gait analysis different from what other clinics offer?

Our running gait analysis in South Windsor, CT is performed by a Doctor of Physical Therapy who is also a certified running coach — not a general practitioner or a tech assistant. Your analysis includes a full functional movement screen and is directly connected to a treatment and strength training plan, so the findings immediately drive your recovery and performance programming.

What should I expect at my first appointment?

Your first session is a comprehensive assessment — your DPT will review your full history, assess your movement quality, and conduct your running gait analysis or injury evaluation. You'll leave your first visit understanding exactly what's causing your pain and with a clear, personalized roadmap for your recovery.

How many sessions will I need?

Because every session is a full 60-minute, 1-on-1 appointment, most clients require half or fewer visits compared to traditional in-network clinics. Your DPT will give you a realistic timeline and session estimate during your first appointment based on your specific condition and goals.

Can I keep training while I'm in PT?

Yes — that's the whole point. We treat athletes who want to stay in the game, not sit on the sidelines. Your program is built around your sport and training schedule, and we use progressive overload strength work, dry needling, and manual therapy to keep you moving while you recover.

What are your hours and how do I get started?

We're open Monday through Friday, 7 AM–6 PM. The easiest way to get started is a free discovery call — a no-obligation phone consultation where you share what's going on and we match you with the right provider for your sport and needs. Book online at theathletespt.com or call (860) 785-8125.

Expert Running Gait Analysis in South Windsor, CT

You don't have to stop running — you have to run better. At The Athlete's Physical Therapist & Performance, our Doctors of Physical Therapy use in-depth running gait analysis paired with strength-based rehab to find the root cause of your pain, fix your mechanics, and keep you training. Not your typical doctor's office — coaches with doctorates.

Runner receiving running gait analysis assessment from a Doctor of Physical Therapy inside The Athlete's Physical Therapist performance gym at Timberhead CrossFit, South Windsor CT

Still Running Through Pain — Or Not Running at All?

Most runners never find out why they're hurting. They get told to rest, handed a generic exercise sheet, and sent home — only to end up right back where they started.

Cookie-Cutter Care That Doesn't Stick: In-network PT clinics see you for 20 minutes, share your therapist with three other patients, and hand you the same theraband routine everyone else gets. Your mechanics are never actually assessed — and neither is your training load.
Rest Doesn't Fix What's Broken: Being told to “take six weeks off” treats the symptom, not the source. Without a root-cause diagnosis and a real return-to-running plan, the pain comes back the moment you lace up again.
You're Losing More Than Miles: Injuries don't just sideline your training — they chip away at your identity. Every week off the road is a race missed, a goal delayed, and a piece of who you are put on hold. You deserve better than guessing.

Why South Windsor Runners Choose The Athlete's PT

We're not a typical clinic — we're coaches with doctorates who happen to run, lift, and compete. Our running gait analysis in South Windsor, CT goes beyond video review: every assessment connects your mechanics to your movement quality, strength deficits, and training history so you leave with a plan that actually works.

: Full-hour, 1-on-1 sessions with a DPT — never shared, never rushed, and never dictated by insurance
: Gait analysis paired with strength & conditioning progressions using real weights in a 5,500 sq ft performance gym inside Timberhead CrossFit
: Customized home exercise program with video demos and direct in-app messaging to your provider between sessions

Doctor of Physical Therapy coaching an athlete through a barbell front squat as part of strength-based running rehab inside The Athlete's Physical Therapist performance gym, South Windsor CT

“I had hamstring tendinopathy that 2 other PTs through my insurance could not help me make any progress with. Within 2 sessions with Elyse I was making progress. Very attentive, very knowledgeable but most importantly — willing to push you. If you miss lifting, running, playing sports the way you used to — COME SEE THESE GIRLS, THEY WILL GET YOU RIGHT. WORTH EVERY PENNY.”

Matthew W. — Former NCAA Athlete

Getting Back to Running Is a Three-Step Process

1 Free Discovery Call: Tell us what's going on — your pain, your running history, and what you've already tried. We'll determine if we're the right fit and match you with the DPT best suited to your sport and goals. No obligation, no cost.
2 Your In-Depth Gait & Movement Assessment: Your first session is a comprehensive running gait analysis and functional movement screen. Your DPT identifies the root cause of your pain, explains exactly what's happening in your body, and builds a personalized treatment roadmap.
3 Train Through Your Recovery: We don't bench you — we build you back stronger. Using progressive overload strength work, advanced manual therapy, dry needling, and a customized home exercise program, you keep moving while we fix the problem for good.

Running Conditions We Treat at Our South Windsor Clinic

Whether you're searching for running gait analysis near me or you've been battling the same injury through multiple failed PT attempts, our Doctors of Physical Therapy are trained to treat the full spectrum of running-related pain — from your first flare-up to post-surgical return to sport. We treat athletes, not just diagnoses.

Runner's knee (patellofemoral pain), IT band syndrome, and Achilles tendinopathy
Plantar fasciitis, shin splints, hip impingement, and hamstring strains
Lower back pain, sciatica, and post-surgical return to running

Physical therapist assessing a runner's lower extremity injury using hands-on manual therapy inside The Athlete's Physical Therapist & Performance gym in South Windsor, CT

Real Results From South Windsor Runners & Athletes

5.0 Stars — 181 Google Reviews

“My husband and I are both working with Elise as we train for our first marathon. She is incredibly knowledgeable, takes the time to listen to our concerns, and focuses on the whole athlete (sleep, training plans, nutrition, recovery, etc.). I'm 2 weeks in, and the aches and pains I had while running have already disappeared thanks to Elise's guidance on running mechanics and the Home Exercise Program she put in place for me. The 1:1 attention you get at The Athlete's PT is unmatched.”

Mallory M.

Marathon Runner

“I came in dealing with ongoing issues in my hip, back, and shoulders for years of untreated injuries. They don't just go through the motions, they actually take the time to understand what's causing the problem and tailor a plan specifically for you. After 4 short weeks I'm feeling stronger and back into the gym full time.”

Roy D.

Active Adult

“From the very start, my PT provider, Elise, made me feel truly seen and heard. She acknowledged all my concerns and focus areas, which was such a contrast to my experiences at two other PT spaces that didn't feel as intentional. Elise guided me through each problem area with incredible knowledge of the body and mechanics, creating a personalized home exercise program that I can continue on my own.”

Aliyah C.

Active Adult

Doctors of Physical Therapy Who Train Like You Do — and Treat You Like the Athlete You Are

Meet the team behind The Athlete's Physical Therapist & Performance

Genevieve Gyulavary, PT, DPT

Owner & Founder

Genevieve founded The Athlete's Physical Therapist with one conviction: everyone is an athlete and deserves to be treated like one. A Doctor of Physical Therapy since 2016 and Certified Integrative Dry Needling Practitioner, she is also a CrossFit Level 2 coach, USAW Level 1 weightlifting coach, and owner of Timberhead CrossFit. A former endurance athlete with more than a dozen half-marathons and two full marathons to her name, Genevieve specializes in overhead athletes, CrossFitters, Olympic lifters, and barbell cycling.

Julianna (Jules) Lusk, PT, DPT

Staff Physical Therapist

Jules earned her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Saint Francis University in 2023 and brought her background in nutrition, exercise, and health sciences to The Athlete's PT. A competitive allstar cheerleader through her teenage years, she understands what it means to demand a lot from your body — and what it feels like when injury threatens that. Jules is known for her hands-on approach, individualized treatment plans, and a session style that leaves athletes feeling stronger and more confident every single visit.

Elise Jackson Dendievel, PT, DPT, CSCS

Staff Physical Therapist

Elise is the clinic's running specialist — an RRCA Certified Running Coach, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, and Doctor of Physical Therapy who spent time at the Spaulding National Running Center gaining specialized experience in gait analysis and injured runner rehab. A marathoner with a 2:49 PR and nine full marathons, she lives the “24-hour athlete” philosophy she brings to every session. If you're training for a race or chasing a return-to-running milestone, Elise is your provider.

Morgan, PT, DPT

Staff Physical Therapist

Doctor of Physical Therapy, Certified Personal Trainer, Certified Dry Needling Practitioner. A lifelong multi-sport athlete who competed in Division II field hockey and track, Morgan takes a well-rounded, evidence-based approach that integrates exercise, nutrition, recovery, and rehabilitation to keep athletes on the field.

Krista Clarke, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS

Staff Physical Therapist

Krista brings a rare combination of credentials to every session: Orthopedic Certified Specialist, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Integrative Dry Needling Practitioner, and POSE Running Instructor. After earning her DPT from Clarkson University in 2010, she spent years within the Army developing and implementing holistic injury prevention programs. Krista believes pain can't be treated in isolation — she looks at the whole athlete, and her specialties include running mechanics, orthopedic PT, and strength and conditioning.

Visit Us in South Windsor, CT

We're located at 1257 John Fitch Blvd (Route 5), Unit 1A-B, South Windsor, CT 06074 — inside Timberhead CrossFit, just 6 minutes and 3.1 miles from South Windsor center via CT-194 W to US-5 S. You'll find us near The Shoppes at Buckland Hills and Evergreen Walk Life Center.

Phone

Phone: (860) 785-8125

Email

Email: info@theathletespt.com

Office

Office: 1257 John Fitch Blvd Unit 1A-B
South Windsor, CT 06074

Hours

Hours: Monday–Friday: 7 AM–6 PM
Saturday–Sunday: Closed

Just 6 minutes from South Windsor center — take CT-194 W, then head south on US-5 S (John Fitch Blvd). Find us at 1257 John Fitch Blvd, Unit 1A-B, inside Timberhead CrossFit. 3.1 miles total.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know before your first visit to The Athlete's PT in South Windsor.

Do you accept insurance?: We are a cash-based, out-of-network practice — which means your plan of care is never dictated by an insurance company. We provide superbills after each session so you can submit for potential out-of-network reimbursement directly with your insurer. Most clients find they need significantly fewer total visits than at in-network clinics, making the investment comparable or less overall.
How is your running gait analysis different from what other clinics offer?: Our running gait analysis in South Windsor, CT is performed by a Doctor of Physical Therapy who is also a certified running coach — not a general practitioner or a tech assistant. Your analysis includes a full functional movement screen and is directly connected to a treatment and strength training plan, so the findings immediately drive your recovery and performance programming.
What should I expect at my first appointment?: Your first session is a comprehensive assessment — your DPT will review your full history, assess your movement quality, and conduct your running gait analysis or injury evaluation. You'll leave your first visit understanding exactly what's causing your pain and with a clear, personalized roadmap for your recovery.
How many sessions will I need?: Because every session is a full 60-minute, 1-on-1 appointment, most clients require half or fewer visits compared to traditional in-network clinics. Your DPT will give you a realistic timeline and session estimate during your first appointment based on your specific condition and goals.
Can I keep training while I'm in PT?: Yes — that's the whole point. We treat athletes who want to stay in the game, not sit on the sidelines. Your program is built around your sport and training schedule, and we use progressive overload strength work, dry needling, and manual therapy to keep you moving while you recover.
What are your hours and how do I get started?: We're open Monday through Friday, 7 AM–6 PM. The easiest way to get started is a free discovery call — a no-obligation phone consultation where you share what's going on and we match you with the right provider for your sport and needs. Book online at theathletespt.com or call (860) 785-8125.