Board Certified Experts in Surgery Prevention & Post-Operative Recovery.
At Impact Physical Therapy, we treat the root cause of your pain, not just the symptoms. Whether you are recovering from a complex surgery, nursing a sports injury, or dealing with chronic neck and back pain, experience matters.
Our founders collectively hold elite certifications in Sports Medicine, The McKenzie Method (MDT), Active Release Technique (ART), Blood Flow Restriction, Graston Technique, Dry Needling, FMS, and SFMA. From repetitive stress injuries to total joint replacements, we work directly with you—1-on-1—to restore your strength and mobility safely.
Dr. Christopher Lang, PT, DPT, SCS, Cert. MDT, Cert DN
Co-Founder | Board Certified Sports Specialist | McKenzie Method Certified
Dr. Christopher Lang is one of the few Board Certified Sports Clinical Specialists (SCS) in the region—a distinction held by less than 1% of Physical Therapists. This advanced training makes him an expert in diagnosing and treating complex orthopedic conditions, whether you are trying to avoid surgery or recovering from it
Clinical Expertise:
- Sports & Ligament Injuries: Expert management of ligament sprains (ACL, MCL, Ankle) and muscle strains. Dr. Lang uses specialized testing to safely
return athletes and active adults to their sport. - Soft Tissue & Muscle Tone (ART): Certified in Active Release Technique (ART), a specialized method used to normalize muscle tone and break down scar tissue. Dr. Lang applies this technique to a wide variety of body parts for both surgical post-ops and non-surgical injuries.
- Spine & Back Pain: Certified in the McKenzie Method (MDT), providing rapid relief for sciatica, herniated discs, and lower back pain.
- Pain Relief (Dry Needling): Certified in Dry Needling, a powerful technique used to treat chronic tendonitis, neck pain, and muscle trigger points.
Marc Plawner, PT, Cert. MDT
Co-Founder | Experienced Manual Therapist | McKenzie Method Certified
With over 25 years of clinical experience, Marc Plawner is an experienced Manual Therapist and expert in functional restoration. He combines his background in Ergonomics with advanced clinical skills to treat repetitive stress injuries and chronic pain that other clinics often overlook.
Clinical Expertise:
- Spine & Back Recovery (MDT): Marc is certified in the McKenzie Method, an internationally recognized protocol for assessing and treating spinal disc issues and sciatica. This method focuses on centralizing pain and restoring function often without the need for surgery.
- Muscle Recovery & Hypertrophy: He is a certified Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) provider, a cutting-edge technique that reduces post-surgical atrophy and allows patients to build strength and muscle mass safely without heavy lifting.
- Soft Tissue & Scar Management: He holds advanced certification in the Graston Technique®, utilizing specialized instruments to break down post-surgical scar tissue and fascial restrictions, which accelerates range-of-motion recovery.
- Safe Return to Activity: As a certified FMS (Functional Movement Screen) and SFMA provider, Marc uses diagnostic movement testing to identify stability issues. This ensures you are biomechanically safe before you return to sports,
golf, or work.
Stop Living With Pain. Start Healing Today.
Whether you need post-op care, are nursing an acute injury, or want a second opinion on a chronic issue, you deserve better than the standard “mill” approach.
If you are finding that the typical high-volume treatment model isn’t meeting your needs, experience the difference of 1-on-1 care. We are dedicated to helping you get better, faster.