What to Expect from a Sports Rehab Session at SHARC

In the world of sports rehab, one-size-fits-all doesn’t work—and neither does treating pain in isolation. At SHARC in Irvine, we take a different approach. Our goal isn’t just to relieve symptoms, it’s to fix the root cause of dysfunction so athletes and active individuals can return to their sport stronger, more balanced, and truly pain-free.

That’s why our multidisciplinary team of physical therapists and chiropractors delivers more than just adjustments or passive modalities. Every session at SHARC is grounded in functional movement therapy—a system built on deep assessment, hands-on soft tissue work, and precision-driven corrective exercise. Here's what that looks like in action.

Comprehensive Movement Assessment: Finding the Why

At SHARC, we don’t guess—we assess. Every rehab session begins with a functional movement screen (FMS) or selective functional movement assessment (SFMA) to pinpoint the true source of your pain or performance limitation. These tools allow us to identify faulty movement patterns, joint restrictions, and muscular imbalances that generic rehab often overlooks.

This is more than just touching your toes or doing a few squats. Our clinical team looks at how you move in the context of your sport, training goals, and injury history—so we can build a treatment plan that actually works. Whether you’re recovering from a hamstring strain or rehabbing your low back, it all starts with understanding why your body isn’t moving the way it should.

Hands-On Care: Active Release Technique and Soft Tissue Precision

Once we identify the cause of your pain or dysfunction, we get to work—manually. At SHARC, soft tissue therapy isn’t an afterthought—it’s a core part of your session. Our clinical team specializes in Active Release Technique (ART), a hands-on method that breaks up scar tissue, releases muscle adhesions, and restores proper tissue glide and range of motion.

Unlike passive modalities or standard adjustments, ART is targeted and interactive. Your provider applies precise pressure while guiding you through specific movements to free up stuck tissues in real time. The result? Improved mobility, reduced pain, and a body that’s ready to retrain function.

This level of soft tissue care allows you to move into the corrective phase of rehab with better alignment, less restriction, and more confidence.

Corrective Training: Functional Exercise That Actually Translates

Once your body is moving more freely, it’s time to lock in the gains. At SHARC, we don’t hand you a list of generic stretches—we coach you through precise, purpose-driven movements that correct imbalances and retrain your body to move efficiently.

These exercises are based on your individual movement assessment and are carefully selected to target weak links, asymmetries, and compensation patterns. You’ll work on mobility, stability, and strength with guidance from our clinical team—ensuring every rep builds toward pain-free performance.

Whether you’re returning to sport, training hard in the gym, or just looking to feel better in everyday movement, this corrective training phase helps make your results stick.

The SHARC Difference: Functional Movement Therapy as a Team

What makes a SHARC rehab session different isn’t just what we do—it’s how we do it, together. Our model is built on functional movement therapy, where physical therapists, chiropractors, and movement specialists collaborate under one roof to deliver a seamless, athlete-centered experience.

You’re not passed between disconnected providers or left to figure it out alone. Every treatment and progression is aligned with your assessment findings, rehab goals, and sport-specific demands. Whether you're working on soft tissue recovery, movement retraining, or performance strength work, you're supported by a cohesive team focused on your long-term success.

It’s not just a session—it’s a full strategy built to restore your strength and movement potential from the ground up.

Athletes and active individuals in Irvine choose SHARC because they’re not just looking to feel “okay”—they want to move at their highest level, without pain or compromise. Our team understands that, and we deliver care that reflects it: high-touch, high-skill, and completely customized.

Why Athletes in Irvine Trust SHARC for Real Rehab

At SHARC, you’ll experience:

• One-on-one care from clinicians who specialize in athletic rehab.

• A performance-focused environment where recovery is aligned with training goals.

• Clear planning, functional benchmarks, and real results—not vague timelines.

From high school athletes and weekend warriors to CrossFitters and endurance runners, we help people return to sport with confidence. Learn more about our Services, meet Our Team, or contact us to schedule your session.

One Session. Total Strategy.

At SHARC, every rehab session is more than just treatment—it’s a plan of action. Through detailed assessment, precision soft tissue care, and expert movement coaching, we help you move better, recover faster, and stay stronger for the long haul.

Whether you’re recovering from an injury or working to prevent the next one, our multidisciplinary team in Irvine is here to guide you—every rep, every session, every goal.

Ready to feel what real rehab should look like?

Book your 30-minute in-person discovery visit and see how SHARC can help you move the way you were built to.