Recovery & performance · Fort Worth, Texas
Physical therapy, shockwave & personal training in Fort Worth.
Highland Longevity’s physical therapist, Bryant Wood, DPT, is now on the team. We also offer shockwave therapy for joints and injuries, plus hybrid personal training in person or virtually. It all sits inside the same physician-led clinic as your DEXA and VO₂ max testing.
- Physician-led clinical team
- In-house DEXA & VO₂ max testing
- Free initial consultation
What we offer
Three ways to move better, under one roof
Each service starts the same way: a clinician evaluates you first, then recommends what fits your goals.
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Physical therapy
Our physical therapist, Bryant Wood, DPT, works one-on-one with you on how you move, where you’re limited and what you want to get back to. Your plan is built around exercises you can keep doing between visits.
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Shockwave therapy
A non-surgical treatment for joints and injuries that delivers acoustic pressure waves into the treated area from outside the body.1 It is offered when a clinician thinks it is a reasonable fit for you.
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Hybrid personal training
Personal training in person or virtually, so you can keep training on busy weeks and when you travel, with a plan that connects to the rest of your care. Personal training is a separate add-on to your membership.
Shockwave therapy
What shockwave therapy is, in plain English
Shockwave therapy, also called extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT), delivers acoustic pressure waves into tissue from outside the body.1 It is a non-invasive treatment that does not involve surgery.1 In orthopedic care it is not used to break tissue apart; it is used with the aim of encouraging the body’s own tissue repair.1
It is most commonly used for sports-related overuse problems such as plantar fasciitis of the heel, tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis), shoulder tendinitis and patellar tendinopathy at the knee.1 Research results are mixed: some trials found it helped, others found it worked no better than placebo, and results differ from one condition to another.2
Published treatment protocols commonly use a short series of sessions about a week apart, with the intensity set to what the patient can tolerate.3 Side effects reported in the research are usually minor and local, such as redness or bruising where treatment was applied.1
At Highland, shockwave therapy is delivered with a radial shockwave device, and a session takes about 10 minutes.
Shockwave is not a guaranteed fix, and it isn’t right for every joint or injury. A clinician evaluates you first and tells you plainly whether it makes sense for you.
The Highland difference
Therapy and training that connect to your measurements.
Most gyms and therapy offices work on their own. At Highland, physical therapy and training sit alongside the testing and physician-led team you already have.
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Measured, not guessed
DEXA can estimate changes in fat mass and lean mass over time, so your training plan can be checked against real numbers instead of the scale alone.
VO₂ max measures how efficiently your body uses oxygen during intense exercise. Testing it in house gives your trainer and clinician a shared starting point.
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A physician-led team
Your physical therapist and trainer work within Highland’s physician-led clinical team, so movement, recovery and the rest of your care are planned together.
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Re-checked on a schedule
When it’s part of your plan, we repeat DEXA or VO₂ max testing over time so you and your team can see what is changing and adjust.
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In person or virtual
Hybrid personal training means sessions in person or virtually, which makes it easier to stay consistent around work, family and travel.
What to expect
Your first steps at Highland
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Free consultation
A free, 30-minute, in-person conversation with a Highland provider about your goals, our services and next steps.
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Clinical evaluation
A clinician evaluates you first: your history, what hurts or holds you back, and what you want to be able to do.
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Your plan
Physical therapy, shockwave, personal training or a mix, chosen for you, with DEXA or VO₂ max testing added when it helps.
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Follow-up
Regular check-ins on how you’re feeling and moving, so the plan can change as you do.
Who it may suit
Is this a good fit for you?
These services may suit you if you:
- Have a nagging joint, tendon or soft-tissue problem you want properly evaluated
- Want to build strength and keep the muscle you have as you get older
- Are losing weight and want your training to support your lean mass
- Want coaching that fits your schedule, in person or virtually
Not every service is right for every person. A clinician evaluates you first, and we will tell you if something else would serve you better.
Questions
Physical therapy & shockwave FAQ
Something we didn’t cover? Call (214) 444-9796 — a real person at our Fort Worth clinic will answer.
Yes. Our physical therapist is Bryant Wood, DPT, who works within our physician-led clinical team in Fort Worth.
At Highland, shockwave therapy is offered for joints and injuries. In the research, it is most commonly used for overuse problems such as plantar fasciitis of the heel, tennis elbow, shoulder tendinitis and patellar tendinopathy at the knee. Results vary, and a clinician evaluates you first to decide whether it makes sense for you.
Both. Highland offers hybrid personal training, so sessions can be in person or virtual depending on what fits your week. Personal training is a separate add-on to your membership.
DEXA can estimate changes in fat mass and lean mass over time, and VO₂ max testing measures your aerobic fitness. When they are part of your plan, your clinician and trainer can use those results to set a starting point and check progress.
No. Physical therapy at Highland is cash-pay, and we do not bill insurance.
Costs depend on the services in your plan. Physical therapy is cash-pay, and personal training is a separate add-on to membership. Costs are reviewed with you at your free consultation, before you commit to anything.
Highland Longevity · Fort Worth, Texas
Plan your visit in Fort Worth
Medical leadership: Dr. Joshua Lindsley, DO, DABOM, board-certified in Obesity Medicine by the American Board of Obesity Medicine. Meet your care team.
Start with a free, 30-minute, in-person consultation with a Highland provider to discuss your goals, available services and next steps. This introductory visit is separate from medical evaluation and treatment.
Book a free introductory consultationVisit our Fort Worth clinic
4801 Golden Triangle Blvd, Suite 121Fort Worth, TX 76244
Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
First and second Saturdays, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.; other Saturdays closed.
Start with a conversation
Ready to move better?
Book a free consultation to talk through your goals and whether physical therapy, shockwave or personal training fits your plan.
Medical disclaimer. The information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. It does not establish a physician-patient relationship and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. All treatments at Highland Longevity are provided under the supervision of a licensed physician. Individual results vary. Please consult a qualified healthcare provider to determine whether a given therapy is appropriate for your individual health status.
References
- Wang, C. J. (2012). Extracorporeal shockwave therapy in musculoskeletal disorders. Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery and Research, 7, 11. PubMed 22433113
- Sems, A., Dimeff, R., & Iannotti, J. P. (2006). Extracorporeal shock wave therapy in the treatment of chronic tendinopathies. Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, 14(4), 195–204. PubMed 16585361
- Schmitz, C., et al. (2015). Efficacy and safety of extracorporeal shock wave therapy for orthopedic conditions: a systematic review on studies listed in the PEDro database. British Medical Bulletin, 116(1), 115–138. PubMed 26585999