Business Details
Your Trusted Physical Therapy & Wellness Center in Prescott, AZ
At the Center for Physical Excellence, we specialize in helping individuals achieve life-changing transformations through personalized physical therapy and wellness programs. Our team of highly trained professionals utilizes hands-on manual therapy techniques, therapeutic exercises, and advanced treatments to address orthopedic, sports-related, and movement dysfunction challenges. As the only private practice physical therapy facility in the Prescott area with a dedicated wellness center, we provide preoperative care, fitness training, and post-therapy transition programs to support long-term health. Our state-of-the-art facility features specialized equipment, including a saltwater aquatic therapy pool and a 5,000 sq.ft. outdoor sand lot for agility training.With a 98.6% patient satisfaction rating through FOTO outcomes tracking, we maintain rigorous quality standards while remaining deeply engaged in community outreach and professional education initiatives.
Services
Manual Therapy
Aquatic Therapy
Sports Specific Therapy
Exercise Therapy
Wellness Programs
Highlights and features
- 98.6% patient satisfaction rating through FOTO outcomes tracking
- Only private practice with dedicated wellness center in Prescott area
- Specialized staff with orthopedic manual therapy fellowship credentials
- Comprehensive transition program from therapy to independent wellness care
- State-of-the-art facilities including saltwater aquatic therapy pool
What people say
Effective treatments
Expert staff
Supportive environment
Personalized care
Wellness transition
Services
Manual Therapy
Our manual therapy techniques focus on soft tissue and joint mobilization to reduce pain and restore mobility. This hands-on approach addresses spine and extremity dysfunctions through individualized treatment plans. Patients benefit from one-on-one care that forms the foundation for progressive rehabilitation and daily activity restoration.
Aquatic Therapy
Saltwater pool therapy provides low-impact rehabilitation for joint pain, post-surgical recovery, and movement disorders. The aquatic environment supports weight-bearing reduction while enabling therapeutic exercises. Certified Arthritis Foundation classes complement individualized water-based rehabilitation programs for all fitness levels.
Sports Specific Therapy
Tailored rehabilitation programs address sport-specific biomechanics for athletes at all levels. Our specialists design return-to-play protocols focusing on injury prevention and performance enhancement. Treatment integrates sport-specific training for runners, team sport athletes, and individual competitors seeking competitive edge restoration.
Exercise Therapy
Customized exercise programs target muscle rebuilding, joint stability, and cardiovascular conditioning. Our therapists apply evidence-based dosage principles to optimize neuromusculoskeletal recovery. The Athletic Performance Center provides specialized equipment for post-therapy fitness maintenance and enhancement.
Wellness Programs
Comprehensive wellness initiatives include preoperative education, fitness classes, and preventive care strategies. Patients receive two-week wellness center access post-therapy to maintain progress. Programs combine Jazzercise, yoga, and agility training with educational resources for long-term health maintenance.
People
Laura Markey
Owner/Physical Therapist
Dr. Markey holds a Doctorate in Physical Therapy and Fellow status from the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists. With over 30 years of clinical experience, she teaches certification programs nationally while managing patient care and community outreach initiatives.
Ally Garcia
Physical Therapist
Dr. Garcia applies her clinical expertise in orthopedic rehabilitation while participating in community health education programs. She collaborates with local athletes and medical professionals to optimize patient recovery outcomes through evidence-based treatment approaches.
Cody Gawlitta
Physical Therapist
Dr. Gawlitta specializes in sports medicine and vestibular rehabilitation. His clinical focus includes concussion management and balance disorder treatment while maintaining active involvement in professional development initiatives for physical therapy students.
Derek VanderRoest
Physical Therapist Assistant
Certified in Functional Manual Therapy and Chronic Pain Management, Derek implements individualized treatment plans under therapist supervision. He focuses on patient education and functional movement restoration during rehabilitation sessions.
Ian Carr
Physical Therapist
Dr. Carr combines his sports performance expertise with clinical rehabilitation techniques. He develops return-to-sport protocols for athletes while maintaining active participation in continuing education programs to enhance treatment methodologies.
Questions
What physical therapy services do you offer?
We provide manual therapy, aquatic rehabilitation, sports-specific recovery, exercise therapy, and wellness programs for orthopedic and sports-related injuries.
Which areas do you serve?
We serve patients from Prescott, Prescott Valley, Chino Valley, Dewey-Humboldt, and throughout Yavapai County, Arizona.
When do aquatic classes end?
Our current aquatic fitness classes will conclude on May 15, 2025, after which we will no longer offer water-based classes.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide 15-minute free consultations for musculoskeletal injuries or wellness questions through our Prescott office.
What wellness center access do patients receive?
All patients receive a two-week complimentary membership to our wellness center upon completing physical therapy programs.
