Dr. Matthew Szymanski
Group Class, Physical Therapy, Strength and Conditioning
Dr. Matt Szymanski is a Performance Physical Therapist and the owner of Pack Performance PT. Matt’s interest in fitness, performance, and rehabilitation developed during his time as a CrossFit coach, where he enjoyed the challenge of working with athletes exhibiting limitations or managing injuries. This inspired him to quit his job as a civil engineer and go back to Physical Therapy School, allowing him to follow his passion for helping people move better, stay out of pain, and live active and fulfilling lives.
Matt started his PT career down in Alexandria, VA where he worked at SPARK Physiotherapy, Northern VA’s premier performance PT facility. There, he honed his skills with two mentors, Carlos and Kristen, and treated athletes and motivated movers of all ages. He and his family decided to move back home to CT where he rejoined his former CrossFit community at Golden Goose in Rocky Hill.
As a CrossFit Coach at Golden Goose CrossFit, he sees the power of community on a daily basis. This was the inspiration for Pack PT. No one should have to figure out their pain alone. When you join his pack, you’re getting the power of this growing community to support you throughout your recovery process.
In his free time, Matt enjoys being active with his family pack which includes his wife, Melissa, and two dogs, Cooper and Kip. He is an avid CrossFitter (if you didn’t already know that), and also enjoys biking, rucking, and hiking with his family. When he finally stops moving, he’s probably in the kitchen baking sourdough bread, playing Dungeons and Dragons, watching the Great British Baking Show or reading an epic fantasy novel.
Matt’s Credentials:
Doctor of Physical Therapy - UConn - 2021
Certified Myofascial Trigger Point Therapist
Advanced Dry Needling Certification through Myopain Seminars
Performance Rehab Authority Certified
CrossFit Level 2 Trainer
HOW IT BEGAN
Dr. Matt started Pack Performance PT because he saw a gaping hole in the current system. As a CrossFit trainer and Doctor of Physical Therapy, he believes recovery doesn't stop when you're out of pain. You're just getting started at that point!
Overcoming your pain means committing to moving with intention, optimizing your technique in the gym, and implementing fundamental lifestyle habits to support an overall healthy life. He is committed to helping you not only move better with less pain, but thrive in all aspects of your health and fitness.
OUR COMMITTMENT TO OUR PATIENTS
Underlying Pack's ethos is the idea that no one should have to face their pain alone. Having a support system at your back increases accountability and leads to better outcomes, which means your dream of running that half marathon or hiking Pike's Peak can become a reality.
Dr. Matt is fully dedicated to your recovery and will be with you every step of the way because he's been in your shoes. He's had back pain that's kept him out of the gym for months. Knee pain that sidelined his running. He knows what you're going through and is ready to help you reclaim your active life.
Frequently Asked Questions
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No! Connecticut is a direct access state, which mean's you don't need a referral from a physican to come see us. You can book your first appointment directly with us.
At Pack, we are proud to be out-of-network in order to provide the individualized care you deserve and create a long term solution for your pain. Sadly, insurance coverage often stops when your pain is gone. However, being out of pain doesn't mean you're ready to go back to your sport or activity. We provide a progressive plan to improve your strength and build the resilience your body needs to feel 100% confident that you are ready to set a new PR in the gym, finish a half-marathon, or hike up Pikes Peak with your pack!
Upon request, we can provide a superbill after each visit so you can seek reimbursement through your out-of-network benefits. HSA and FSA cards are also accepted.
The objective of your first visit is to help you understand your pain and map out what your recovery plan looks like. We're going to take a thorough history, watch you move, and get started on a trial treatment. We'll answer your questions, discuss your goals, and and build out a treatment to get you there. You'll leave with clarity on what you need to do to overcome your pain and get back to doing the activities you love.
During your evaluation, we'll come up with a plan to keep you moving throughout your treatment. Complete rest is rarely the answer. Our bodies were designed to heal through movement. Your training might look different for a period of time, but we provide all the support you need along the way so you know exactly what to do, and what not to do, to support your recovery.
Pack Performance Physical Therapy is part of the next generation of performance based physiotherapy clinics around the country.
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We are a fitness forward and will challenge you appropriately throughout rehab.
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We help you understand of your pain so you have 100% clarity about what you are feeling and what factors are driving your pain experience.
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Every session is fully one-on-one, no juggling multiple patients and dividing our attention.
- We provide lifestyle support to address all aspects of your recovery, including sleep, nutrition, daily movement, and stress management.
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We priortize fundamentals and consistency. Do the basics really well and focus on getting 1% better each day to create sustainable habits leads to long term success!
Reach Out Anytime, We're Here for You
Let's connect and discuss your needs
You can book a free 15 minute phone consultation and we'll answer any questions you have to determine if we're a good fit to work together. For any questions, visit the contact page. If you prefer, fill out the contact form below and I'll get back to you soon.
