Performance Physical Therapy in Dallas, TX
Designed for runners, athletes, and active adults looking to optimize movement, improve performance, prevent injuries, and return to the activities they love.
Move Better. Recover Faster. Return Stronger.
Optimize movement, prevent injuries, and improve athletic performance through advanced movement analysis and individualized performance rehabilitation.
Not sure if Performance Physical Therapy is the right place to start? Learn about the Human Function Assessment →
Human Function and Performance Philosophy
At Human Function and Performance, we don't just treat where it hurts—we identify why it hurts. Every treatment begins with understanding how your body moves so we can address the root cause and create lasting results.
Why Choose Human Function & Performance for Performance PT?
One-on-One Care
Receive individualized, uninterrupted treatment focused entirely on your goals and recovery.
Root Cause Approach
We identify why your pain or limitation developed—not just where it hurts.
Personalized Treatment
Every plan is customized to your body, lifestyle, and goals to maximize long-term results.
Who We Help
Whether you're returning to daily activities or competitive sports, our goal is to help you move and perform at your best.
Conditions We Treat
From Everyday Aches and Pains to Sports Injuries, We Help You Restore Movement, Reduce Pain, and Return to the Activities You Love.
Low Back Pain
Comprehensive physical therapy for low back pain, sciatica, disc injuries, and chronic back pain to restore movement and reduce pain.
Hip Pain
Personalized physical therapy for hip pain, arthritis, labral injuries, and hip impingement to improve mobility and reduce discomfort.
Neck Pain
Targeted physical therapy for neck pain, stiffness, headaches, and posture-related conditions to improve mobility and function.
Knee Pain
Evidence-based physical therapy for knee pain, ACL injuries, meniscus tears, patellar pain, and arthritis to restore function.
Shoulder Pain
Expert physical therapy for shoulder pain, rotator cuff injuries, impingement, and instability to restore strength and range of motion.
Foot & Ankle Pain
Specialized physical therapy for foot and ankle pain, plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendon injuries, and ankle sprains to improve movement.
Specialized Performance PT Services
Advanced rehabilitation and performance-focused care tailored to your goals and recovery.
🏃 Running Injuries
Specialized performance physical therapy for running injuries, gait analysis, and overuse conditions to help you run stronger and reduce future injuries.
🦿 Post-Surgical Rehabilitation
Personalized post-surgical physical therapy to rebuild strength, restore mobility, and accelerate your recovery after orthopedic surgery.
🏅 Sports Injuries
Comprehensive sports performance physical therapy to restore strength, mobility, and confidence so you can safely return to competition.
⚖️ Balance & Fall Prevention
Improve stability, coordination, and confidence with balance training and fall prevention physical therapy for all ages.
🏋️ Strength & Weightlifting Injuries
Performance physical therapy for lifting-related pain and injuries to restore mobility, improve mechanics, build strength, and confidently return to training.
🎯 Return-to-Sport Training
Performance-focused rehabilitation designed to help athletes safely return to sport with improved strength, movement, and injury prevention.
How Our Performance PT Process Works
What Happens During Your Evaluation
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Medical history
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Movement assessment
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Strength testing
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Mobility
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Balance
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Functional testing
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Goal setting
Treatments We Use
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Running Analysis
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Return-to-Sport Testing
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Movement Analysis
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Power & Plyometric Progressions
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Performance Dry Needling
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Sport-Specific Mobility
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Biomechanical Assessment
PROGRESS
Build strength, confidence, and resilience to help prevent future injuries and keep you moving.
Meet Your Performance PT
Sheldon Sonnenberg, MPT, ATC, CSCS
Founder | Human Function & Performance
With nearly 20 years of experience in Physical Therapy, Sports Medicine, and Human Performance, Sheldon Sonnenberg founded Human Function & Performance to help people better understand how their bodies move, function, and perform. By focusing on the root cause—not just the symptoms—he develops personalized strategies that help individuals move with confidence, optimize performance, recover more effectively, and build long-term health.
Human Function Difference
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to be injured?
No. Performance Physical Therapy isn't only for injuries. It can help identify limitations in mobility, movement, strength, and control that may be affecting how you train or perform.
Can this improve my running?
Yes. We can evaluate how your feet, ankles, knees, hips, pelvis, and trunk work together during movement and identify opportunities to improve running mechanics, efficiency, and performance.
Do you work with competitive athletes?
Yes. We work with athletes and active individuals across a range of sports and performance levels. Care is tailored to the specific demands of your sport, training, and goals.
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Can you help me prepare for HYROX?
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Yes. Performance PT can address the mobility, strength, movement efficiency, and durability required for running and HYROX-specific movements while helping identify limitations that may affect performance.
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Can I continue training?
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In many cases, yes. Rather than automatically stopping training, we look for ways to modify load, volume, intensity, or specific movements when necessary so you can continue working toward your goals while addressing the underlying limitation.
How long is an evaluation?
Your initial Performance Physical Therapy Evaluation is approximately 60 minutes. This allows us to thoroughly understand your symptoms, evaluate how your body moves, identify the root cause of your condition, and develop a personalized treatment plan tailored to your goals.
Do I need a referral?
In most cases, no referral is required to begin Physical Therapy. If your condition requires additional medical evaluation or collaboration with another healthcare provider, we'll guide you through the appropriate next steps.
Do you accept insurance?
Human Function & Performance is a cash-based, out-of-network practice. This allows us to provide one-on-one care, longer appointment times, and personalized treatment plans without many of the restrictions imposed by insurance companies.
We can provide a detailed receipt (superbill) that you may submit to your insurance provider for potential out-of-network reimbursement.
How many visits will I need?
Every individual is different. Your plan of care depends on your condition, goals, activity level, and how your body responds to treatment.
Following your evaluation, we'll discuss our recommendations and create a personalized plan designed to help you recover efficiently while working toward long-term results.
What should I wear?
Wear comfortable clothing that allows you to move freely. Athletic or workout attire is ideal, and athletic shoes are recommended if movement or walking assessments will be performed.
Can I come without pain?
Absolutely. Physical Therapy isn't only for injuries.
Many people visit us to improve movement quality, prevent future injuries, address mobility limitations, or prepare for specific activities and sports before pain ever develops.
Can athletes benefit?
Absolutely. We work with athletes and active individuals of all levels—from recreational fitness enthusiasts to competitive athletes.
Our approach focuses on optimizing movement, improving performance, reducing injury risk, and helping you return to your sport stronger and more confident.
What makes Human Function & Performance different?
At Human Function & Performance, we don't just treat where it hurts—we identify why it hurts. Every evaluation begins with understanding how your body moves, functions, and performs so we can address the underlying cause of your symptoms rather than simply treating them. Our goal is to help you move better, function better, perform better, and stay active for the long term.
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Not Sure Where to Start?
Many people arrive at HFP unsure whether they need Physical Therapy, Performance Physical Therapy, Functional Medicine, Performance Training, or Performance Recovery.
That's exactly why we created the Human Function Assessment.
The assessment helps us understand your goals, identify what's limiting your progress, and build a personalized roadmap designed specifically for you.