Elite Care One-on-One Rehab Experience.

Athletic Lab’s performance physical therapy services deliver comprehensive rehabilitation and return-to-sport care designed specifically for competitive athletes and active individuals who demand more from their recovery. Led by Brandon Guastafeste, DPT, CSCS, our cash-based approach permits extensive one-on-one attention, fully individualized treatment protocols, and seamless integration with strength and conditioning programs under one roof.​

Brandon Guastafeste, DPT, CSCS

Brandon Guastafeste combines elite credentials with specialized athletic expertise. His background mirrors Athletic Lab’s evidence-based, performance-driven philosophy. As both a Doctor of Physical Therapy and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist through the NSCA, he bridges the critical gap between clinical rehabilitation and high-level athletic performance.​

His specialized certifications include Functional Range Conditioning and dry needling. These provide comprehensive treatment options for complex lower-extremity injuries and sport-specific movement challenges. Since 2016, Brandon has focused exclusively on working with athletes across all competitive levels. His particular expertise includes ACL rehabilitation, return-to-sport therapy, and on-field return-to-play protocols.​

As founder of All Around Athlete, he has dedicated his entire practice to bridging rehabilitation and sport performance. This mission drives Athletic Lab’s integrated approach to human performance.

Cash-Based Physical Therapy Benefits

Athletic Lab’s performance physical therapy operates on a cash-based model. This eliminates insurance restrictions and delivers superior outcomes for athletes seeking optimal recovery. The approach provides extended one-on-one sessions without typical 15-20 minute time constraints. There is no divided attention during your appointments. This allows comprehensive assessment, treatment, and coaching during every session.

Athletes receive fully customized treatment plans. These address root biomechanical and neuromuscular causes rather than simply managing symptoms. Sport-specific progressions prepare you for competition demands. The model provides immediate access to care. No physician referrals or insurance pre-authorization delays compromise recovery timelines during critical healing windows. Complete pricing transparency means no surprise bills. There are no coverage denials or documentation hassles that distract from your rehabilitation goals.

Integrated Rehabilitation and Performance Training

Performance physical therapy completes Athletic Lab’s comprehensive service continuum, creating seamless progression from injury rehabilitation through return-to-sport and peak performance development. Athletes access physical therapy, strength and conditioning, sports performance training, and specialized movement assessment in our world-class 25,000 square foot facility—all guided by unified, evidence-based programming.​

This integration eliminates the common disconnect between clinical rehabilitation and performance training that often derails athletic recovery. Brandon’s dual expertise as both physical therapist and certified strength coach ensures sophisticated understanding of the biomechanical demands, energy system requirements, and movement patterns specific to your sport. Whether you’re an athlete or a fitness enthusiast, you’ll receive consistent coaching, progressive programming, and coordinated care throughout the entire recovery journey, from initial injury assessment through full return to competition and beyond.​

Who We Serve

Performance physical therapy at Athletic Lab serves competitive athletes recovering from ACL injuries, lower-extremity issues, chronic pain patterns, or sport-specific movement dysfunction who refuse to accept “good enough” in their rehabilitation outcomes. Whether you’re a high school athlete preparing for collegiate competition, a professional managing the demands of your sport, or an active adult committed to returning stronger to the activities you love, our approach addresses the complete performance spectrum.​

Schedule Your Assessment

Performance physical therapy appointments with Brandon Guastafeste are available now at Athletic Lab’s Morrisville, North Carolina facility. Contact Athletic Lab directly to schedule your initial assessment and discover how performance physical therapy accelerates your return to sport and enhances your long-term athletic development.