Who We Work With
Endurance
Athletes
From elite and professional triathletes, to running your first 5k, to taking on Hyrox World Championship. We're here to help endurance athletes compete at a high level.
High School / College Athletes
Whether you're a from town high school baseball player or a Division 1 football player, you can guarantee to get back to your sport STRONGER.
Weekend
Warriors
You want to get the most of your body and you feel like you don't fit the "traditional" physical therapy model. You come here because you WANT to be pushed to get better.
What Sets Us Apart?
Rival Physical Therapy is a one-on-one sports physical therapy clinic in Wyckoff, NJ. Every visit is with Dr. Mike Blanco, a Doctor of Physical Therapy, never an aide. We treat runners, triathletes, HYROX athletes and active adults from Wyckoff, Franklin Lakes, Ridgewood, Midland Park and across Bergen County, and we test strength and movement so you return to sport stronger, not just pain-free.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does physical therapy cost?
Your initial evaluation is $200 for 90 minutes, and follow-up sessions are $200 for 60 minutes. Package pricing is available.
Can I use my insurance?
You'll receive a superbill after every session, which you can submit to your insurance company for possible out-of-network reimbursement.
Do I need a doctor's referral?
New Jersey lets you see a physical therapist directly, so most people can start without a referral. If you plan to submit for reimbursement, check whether your plan requires one.
What happens at my first visit?
Your 90-minute evaluation is one-on-one with Dr. Mike Blanco, PT, DPT. We go over your history and goals, test your strength and movement, start treatment, and you leave with a clear plan to get back to your sport.
Who do you work with?
Runners, triathletes, HYROX athletes, high school and college athletes, and active adults from Wyckoff, Franklin Lakes, Ridgewood, Midland Park and across Bergen County.
Do you offer dry needling?
Yes. Dr. Mike is certified in dry needling and can add it to your treatment when it will help.
How do I get started?
Click "Book a Discovery Call" below and fill out the short form. We'll email you back within 24 hours.
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Our 1 hour 1-on-1 tailored physical therapy sessions focusing on your athletic performance and recovery. Our skilled therapists will guide you through personalized treatment plans to get you back in action faster. Never worry about being passed off to aide or intern!
Our specialized bike fitting service ensures you are in the perfect position to maximize performance and comfort, whether it's a road bike or time trial (triathlon) bike. Following the bike fitting, clients will be taken through a total body screening for triathlon preparedness with personalized exercises, stretches, and recommendations to help capitalize on race day.
1 on 1 training to boost your athletic capabilities with our sports performance sessions. Designed for local athletes, this service helps improve strength, speed, and agility, tailored to your sport.
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