The optimal PT
Our Vision
- Dr. Brielle Okenfuss, PT, DPT is a physical therapist and founder of
Optimal PT with a special focus on gymnastics rehabilitation, injury
prevention, and performance. A former Level 9 gymnast and gymnastics coach of over seven years, Brielle understands the unique physical demands of the sport and the importance of having a medical provider who understands gymnastics beyond the treatment table.
- Her approach focuses on keeping gymnasts strong throughout the
rehabilitation process while addressing the mobility, load tolerance, and movement demands needed for a confident return to sport. She works closely with athletes, parents, and coaches to help bridge the gap between rehabilitation and gymnastics-specific skills, training, and performance.
- Brielle provides one-on-one physical therapy for acute and chronic
injuries, return-to-gymnastics rehabilitation, strength and conditioning, mobility and movement assessments, injury prevention, and recovery services. She also works with gymnastics teams through on-site injury screens, mobility and strength sessions, educational clinics, and individualized athlete care.
- Her background as an athlete, coach, strength coach, and physical therapist allows her to understand gymnastics from multiple perspectives. Her goal is not only to help athletes recover from injury, but to give them the strength, confidence, and tools they need to stay healthy and continue doing the sport they love.
Services Provided
Optimal PT provides individualized, gymnastics-specific care for athletes
in the Dallas area and virtually. Services include one-on-one physical
therapy, gymnastics injury rehabilitation, return-to-gymnastics and
performance programming, injury prevention and prehabilitation, strength
and performance training, mobility and movement assessments, recovery
services, and team injury screens and clinics. Virtual consultations and
programming are also available to help gymnasts access specialized care
beyond the Dallas area.