https://www.freeformphysicaltherapy.com/blog daily 0.75 2021-08-17 https://www.freeformphysicaltherapy.com/blog/the-therapeutic-benefits-of-regular-exercise monthly 0.5 2021-05-25 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ffc9580cbba020fee097f8e/1613068437549-QZCQO4FCYIJYGM4T5HTF/1.jpg Our Blog - The Therapeutic Benefits of Regular Exercise https://www.freeformphysicaltherapy.com/blog/direct-access-physical-therapy monthly 0.5 2021-02-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ffc9580cbba020fee097f8e/1613069060279-FPPKPHVHQGV3JKCY9XTE/7.jpg Our Blog - Direct Access Physical Therapy https://www.freeformphysicaltherapy.com/blog/process-vs-results-fostering-success-for-children-with-autism-during-physical-therapy monthly 0.5 2021-02-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ffc9580cbba020fee097f8e/1613068681164-HLOO30SV89XHXNOF2HCP/3.jpg Our Blog - Process vs. Results: Fostering Success for Children With Autism During Physical Therapy https://www.freeformphysicaltherapy.com/blog/benefits-of-physical-therapy-for-individuals-with-autism-spectrum-disorder monthly 0.5 2021-02-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ffc9580cbba020fee097f8e/1613068825109-9Y04EPYTSO7ERZP5SF52/5.jpg Our Blog - Benefits of Physical Therapy for Individuals With Autism Spectrum Disorder https://www.freeformphysicaltherapy.com/blog/what-is-physical-therapy monthly 0.5 2021-02-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ffc9580cbba020fee097f8e/1613068862745-Q09NVSI538A4VFTC3A0T/6.jpg Our Blog - What Is Physical Therapy? https://www.freeformphysicaltherapy.com/blog/physical-therapy-in-the-treatment-and-prevention-of-pregnancy-related-back-pain monthly 0.5 2021-02-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ffc9580cbba020fee097f8e/1613068611654-XPIPFIFNYOBNKGCFI73Y/2.jpg Our Blog - Physical Therapy in the Treatment and Prevention of Pregnancy-Related Back Pain https://www.freeformphysicaltherapy.com/blog/can-you-use-telehealth-to-deliver-physical-therapy monthly 0.5 2021-02-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ffc9580cbba020fee097f8e/1613069101534-9QJQX18NJT4J9DF7G8TP/8.jpg Our Blog - Can You Use Telehealth To Deliver Physical Therapy? https://www.freeformphysicaltherapy.com/blog/physical-therapy-for-treatment-of-toe-walking-in-children-with-autism-spectrum-disorder monthly 0.5 2021-02-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ffc9580cbba020fee097f8e/1613068740595-O4ZXGG4MMDSTK8YHYUDM/4.jpg Our Blog - Physical Therapy for Treatment of Toe-Walking in Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder https://www.freeformphysicaltherapy.com/blog/motion-is-lotion-maintaining-an-active-lifestyle-with-chronic-low-back-pain monthly 0.5 2021-03-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ffc9580cbba020fee097f8e/1617040521024-929DJU29CWMOZGTL67X0/woman-with-back-pain.jpg Our Blog - Motion is Lotion: Maintaining an Active Lifestyle with Chronic Low Back Pain https://www.freeformphysicaltherapy.com/blog/physical-therapy-helps-to-close-the-developmental-gap-for-neurodiverse-children monthly 0.5 2021-04-27 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ffc9580cbba020fee097f8e/1619531215162-8A5SCITTRGD8AD8R527O/child-hitting-ball-with-his-head.jpg Our Blog - Physical Therapy Helps to Close the Developmental Gap for Neurodiverse Children https://www.freeformphysicaltherapy.com/blog/what-is-normal-youth-sports-participation monthly 0.5 2021-08-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ffc9580cbba020fee097f8e/1622655771360-WQR6WQ1XCW9TY5T60RRK/defocused-man-holding-baseball-bat.jpg Our Blog - What is “normal” youth sports participation? - Make it stand out The changes that the Covid-19 pandemic brought to our world have forced us to re-evaluate “normalcy.” This includes every facet of daily life: jobs, schools, and even youth sports. It is worth considering that a return to “normal” may not be in the best interest of the health of youth overhead athletes. In this series of articles, I will detail the effect of high-volume throwing programs, year-round overhead sports specialization, and how to prevent injuries and improve overall health of youth overhead athletes. https://www.freeformphysicaltherapy.com/blog/high-volume-participation-in-overhead-sports-is-it-worth-it monthly 0.5 2021-08-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ffc9580cbba020fee097f8e/1629233015673-T08N78XW2IHHDDD6BUN7/baseball-game.jpg Our Blog - High Volume Participation in Overhead Sports: is it worth it? - Make it stand out This is the second article regarding healthy participation in overhead sports as a youth athlete. Overuse injuries occur in 30% of youth baseball and softball players and can cause lifelong impairments. Adequate recovery time, correct throwing mechanics, and building a healthy musculoskeletal base are the primary way to create injury-proof baseball and softball players. https://www.freeformphysicaltherapy.com/blog/tag/pain monthly 0.5 https://www.freeformphysicaltherapy.com/blog/tag/rehab monthly 0.5 https://www.freeformphysicaltherapy.com/blog/tag/back+pain monthly 0.5 https://www.freeformphysicaltherapy.com/blog/tag/activity monthly 0.5 https://www.freeformphysicaltherapy.com/blog/tag/Low+back+pain monthly 0.5 https://www.freeformphysicaltherapy.com/blog/tag/exercise monthly 0.5 https://www.freeformphysicaltherapy.com/blog/tag/physical+therapy monthly 0.5 https://www.freeformphysicaltherapy.com/blog/tag/stretching monthly 0.5 https://www.freeformphysicaltherapy.com/blog/tag/therapeutic+exercise monthly 0.5 https://www.freeformphysicaltherapy.com/contact daily 0.75 2022-09-15 https://www.freeformphysicaltherapy.com/testimonials daily 0.75 2021-01-29 https://www.freeformphysicaltherapy.com/services daily 0.75 2022-08-07 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ffc9580cbba020fee097f8e/1611870230596-K5IDJZVVWGKSD876N86T/Layer+6.jpg Our Services - MOTOR SKILL DEVELOPMENT Development of balance, body coordination, and core strength to enable participation in exercise, sports, and play activities. School-based services for individuals with Gross Motor Goals on their IEPs and Independent Educational Evaluations. Accept funds from the Jon Peterson Special Needs Scholarship and the Autism Scholarship for Ohio residents. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ffc9580cbba020fee097f8e/b7328442-7e10-4110-a634-dbfaba608e4f/SPORTS.png Our Services - SPORTS Sport-specific therapy interventions with the goal of quick return to play. Designed to target muscular imbalances, overuse syndromes, and injuries sustained during competitions or practices. Injury prevention and return to sport to reduce risks of overuse syndromes or injury recurrence. Collaborate with the coaches of Showtime Strength and Performance to create customized strength and conditioning plans that enhance athletic performance and wellness. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ffc9580cbba020fee097f8e/1611871246262-TP0CG81GYB6K8K4H8A9Z/INJURY+PREVENTION.jpg Our Services - ORTHOPEDICS Whether you are recovering from surgery, injury, or are limited by muscle and joint pain, Freeform Physical Therapy will return you to your desired level of activity. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ffc9580cbba020fee097f8e/1611609159423-TPN8MAOI85IDP8P309R0/DRY+NEEDLING.jpg Our Services - DRY NEEDLING Dr. Kopko is a certified provider under Master Dry Needling. Dry needling can be used to treat stiffness, muscle spasms, and chronic musculoskeletal pain. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ffc9580cbba020fee097f8e/1611870450830-2X5HJBV7MOQK89CTUW3O/Layer+2.jpg Our Services - We empower individuals of all ages and ability levels to pursue an active lifestyle in an enjoyable, sustainable manner by: Providing the highest quality care for all patients Serving a clinically diverse patient population Being a highly accessible physical therapy provider Educating patients regarding their conditions and prognoses Enabling patients to “surprise themselves” with their capabilities https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ffc9580cbba020fee097f8e/1611870613435-C3VLVATRJYQXWFJH3EOZ/Layer+3.jpg Our Services “I had the opportunity to work with Claire from two different points of view. I worked closely with her as a pediatric chronic pain physician, and I was always amazed by her intrinsic knowledge of the body and its mechanics. If I ever had a difficult case, Claire was my go-to person. She is by far the best PT I have worked with, and when I injured my back, of course I went to the best to help me! In three sessions, she made not only my pain disappear but gave me tips I still use in my daily activities. I highly recommend her as both a physician and a patient.” — Paola G. (Pediatrician) https://www.freeformphysicaltherapy.com/home daily 1.0 2024-07-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ffc9580cbba020fee097f8e/1610394555244-EVDA5KXFC92LD7T44K85/Untitled-1.jpg Home Freeform Physical Therapy’s emphasis on wellness, performance, and patient self-advocacy provides a “free form” model of physical therapy treatment, which allows patients to drive their own care based on personal goals, scheduling preferences, and current level of activity. Dr. Kopko truly strives to meet patients where they are and consider where they want to go with their physical therapy. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ffc9580cbba020fee097f8e/b7328442-7e10-4110-a634-dbfaba608e4f/SPORTS.png Home - SPORTS Sport-specific therapy interventions with the goal of quick return to play. Designed to target muscular imbalances, overuse syndromes, and injuries sustained during competitions or practices. Injury prevention and return to sport to reduce risks of overuse syndromes or injury recurrence. Collaborate with the coaches of Showtime Strength and Performance to create customized strength and conditioning plans that enhance athletic performance and wellness. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ffc9580cbba020fee097f8e/1611608346129-X7B87F38HSNJ448Q8DDP/INJURY+PREVENTION.jpg Home - ORTHOPEDICS Whether you are recovering from surgery, injury, or are limited by muscle and joint pain, Freeform Physical Therapy will return you to your desired level of activity. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ffc9580cbba020fee097f8e/1611609159423-TPN8MAOI85IDP8P309R0/DRY+NEEDLING.jpg Home - DRY NEEDLING Dr. Kopko is a certified provider under Master Dry Needling. Dry needling can be used to treat stiffness, muscle spasms, and chronic musculoskeletal pain. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ffc9580cbba020fee097f8e/1611870230596-K5IDJZVVWGKSD876N86T/Layer+6.jpg Home - MOTOR SKILL DEVELOPMENT Development of balance, body coordination, and core strength to enable participation in exercise, sports, and play activities. School-based services for individuals with Gross Motor Goals on their IEPs and Independent Educational Evaluations. Accept funds from the Jon Peterson Special Needs Scholarship and the Autism Scholarship for Ohio residents. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ffc9580cbba020fee097f8e/1611870450830-2X5HJBV7MOQK89CTUW3O/Layer+2.jpg Home - We empower individuals of all ages and ability levels to pursue an active lifestyle in an enjoyable, sustainable manner by: Providing the highest quality care for all patients Serving a clinically diverse patient population Being a highly accessible physical therapy provider Educating patients regarding their conditions and prognoses Enabling patients to “surprise themselves” with their capabilities https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ffc9580cbba020fee097f8e/1611870613435-C3VLVATRJYQXWFJH3EOZ/Layer+3.jpg Home “I had the opportunity to work with Claire from two different points of view. I worked closely with her as a pediatric chronic pain physician, and I was always amazed by her intrinsic knowledge of the body and its mechanics. If I ever had a difficult case, Claire was my go-to person. She is by far the best PT I have worked with, and when I injured my back, of course I went to the best to help me! In three sessions, she made not only my pain disappear but gave me tips I still use in my daily activities. I highly recommend her as both a physician and a patient.” — Paola G. (Pediatrician) https://www.freeformphysicaltherapy.com/about daily 0.75 2022-07-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ffc9580cbba020fee097f8e/1611276747463-SMGDEVFTZLTZS9HTDZIH/Untitled-1.jpg About Us At Freeform Physical Therapy, wellness is the top priority in all treatment plans. Wellness is an active and ongoing process that can adapt to changing physical, emotional, and cognitive demands. Our emphasis on wellness allows us to meet patients where they are and create dynamic treatment plans that evolve as patients progress. This ongoing and collaborative effort focuses on more than healing injuries - it lays the foundation for longevity of performance, self-management of impairments, and participation in activities of our patients’ choice. Performance takes on many definitions in this practice. Whether referring to an athlete performing during competition or performing daily activities without limitation, the goal is to help patients reach the top of their game. The office is in Newark, OH and telehealth appointments are available for patients in Ohio, California, Georgia, Utah, and Kansas. All physical therapy appointments are one-on-one with Dr. Claire Kopko. Patients can expect excellent continuity of care and a highly accessible provider between sessions. Freeform Physical Therapy is out of network with all insurance providers. This allows Dr. Kopko to create plans of care guided by patient goals and clinical prognosis rather than by a pre-allocated number of visits and a corporation’s determination of medical necessity. This also allows patients to access physical therapy treatment without referral from a physician. Freeform Physical Therapy’s emphasis on wellness, performance, and patient self-advocacy has created a more “free form” model of physical therapy treatment that allows patients to drive their own care based on personal goals, scheduling preferences, and current level of activity. The Freeform model truly allows Dr. Kopko to meet patients where they are and consider where they want to go with their physical therapy. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ffc9580cbba020fee097f8e/1611870450830-2X5HJBV7MOQK89CTUW3O/Layer+2.jpg About Us https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ffc9580cbba020fee097f8e/1610394555244-EVDA5KXFC92LD7T44K85/Untitled-1.jpg About Us Claire Kopko is a doctor of physical therapy with licenses in Ohio, California, Utah, Georgia, Indiana, Pennsylvania, and Kansas. Her clinical interests are vast, including orthopedics, manual therapy, sports medicine, pediatrics, and health and wellness. Dr. Kopko’s passion for an active lifestyle is what drove her to the field of physical therapy. She is eager to share her knowledge and instill the same passion for health and activity in her patients. Dr. Kopko obtained her Bachelor of Science in Biology with a concentration in neuroscience from Denison University in 2008. During her undergraduate career, she was a four-year starter for the Big Red softball team and a National Strength & Conditioning Coaches’ Association All-American athlete. She spent two years as an assistant coach and creating a strength and conditioning program for the softball team at Division III Washington & Jefferson College. Dr. Kopko earned her Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT) from Chatham University in 2012. She completed her orthopedic clinical residency through Movement for Life and the University of Southern California, culminating in obtaining the designation of Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) in 2015. Dr. Kopko has clinical experience in a variety of settings, as she began her career in a private outpatient clinic with a large population of geriatric patients and currently works with special needs children in both school and teletherapy settings. She spent four years as the physical therapist in the Center for Limb Lengthening and Reconstruction at a large children’s hospital in Columbus, OH. During that time, she devised rehabilitation protocols for children and adults undergoing correction of limb deformities and provided education to her colleagues as to how to treat this specific population. Dr. Kopko's preferred fitness activities are hiking and strength training. She is currently trying her hand at tennis and loves any water activity. Her husband, Nick Showman, is the owner of Showtime Strength and Performance. They live in Granville, OH with their dog and enjoy traveling, listening to live music, and reading.