Road to Dawn Strength and Wellness

We're On the Road to Dawn Together - A New Beginning For A New You.

What We Offer

Physical Therapy

Exercises, manual therapy, and massage techniques to assist your body to naturally heal, reduce pain, and improve function

Nutrition

Nutrition guidance for weight loss, fueling during races, and during training to build healthy habits that will last a lifetime.

Dry Needling

Trigger point dry needling for tight, restricted or painful muscles to get you moving again without pain and limitations.

Training Programs

Hybrid training plans to get you ready for your obstacle course race, Deka, or Hyrox event, for the experienced racer or novice.

What Are We About

This is not typical physical therapy. It is a whole journey, rooted in whole body health and wellness, with physical and mental health at the foundation.

Physical therapy goes far beyond simply treating pain; it’s about understanding and addressing the root cause of your issues to create long-lasting solutions. Rather than focusing solely on symptom relief, we take a holistic approach to your health, assessing how factors like movement patterns, muscle imbalances, and biomechanics contribute to your condition.

But it doesn’t stop there—we also treat you as a whole person. That means considering how lifestyle elements like nutrition, sleep, and stress impact your recovery and overall well-being. By looking at the bigger picture, we not only help you heal but also empower you to make changes that prevent future injury and optimize your physical health.

Our Therapist

Nicolas "Nick" Cartaya

Dry needling certified; Mulligan technique trained; Precision Nutrition L1 Coach

Ph.516-924-6062

Email: [email protected]

Expectations: They're Grrrrrreat!

Expectations: They're Grrrrrreat!

In this post, we talk about setting expectations for yourself, how to keep things realistic and encouraging as you move forwards. ...more

FAQ ,OCR Physical Therapy Hybrid &Mentality

April 25, 20255 min read

Do I Need That MRI?

Do I Need That MRI?

In this post, we break down why MRIs may not be as all knowing and all powerful as you may think in the world of rehabilitation. ...more

FAQ ,Physical Therapy Recovery &Mentality

April 18, 20255 min read

Skier's or Gamekeeper's or Thumb Sprain: All Names For The Same Thing

Skier's or Gamekeeper's or Thumb Sprain: All Names For The Same Thing

In this post, we break down thumb sprains, which can occur in a number of ways and can affect training and daily life. ...more

FAQ ,OCR Physical Therapy Hybrid Recovery &Mentality

April 11, 20255 min read

Chronic Ankle Instability: What No One Runner Wants to Have

Chronic Ankle Instability: What No One Runner Wants to Have

In this post, we break down how repeated ankle sprains can lead to much more trouble down the road, in the form of chronic ankle instability. ...more

FAQ ,OCR Physical Therapy Recovery &Mentality

April 04, 20255 min read

Why Imposter Syndrome is Stupid

Why Imposter Syndrome is Stupid

In this post, we talk about imposter syndrome, how to get over yourself, and why it's silly if you want to succeed. ...more

FAQ ,Physical Therapy Hybrid &Mentality

March 21, 20254 min read

Pain is Frustrating, Isn't It?

Pain is Frustrating, Isn't It?

When you're in pain, you might feel hopeless, trapped, and annoyed. But you don't have to be. ...more

FAQ ,OCR Physical Therapy Hybrid &Recovery

March 14, 20255 min read

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Home Base: Little Chute, WI

(516)924-6062

Monday - Saturday: 8:00-5:00

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