ADVANCED SPINE & REHABILITATION

What ADVANCED SPINE & REHABILITATION does

Advanced Spine & Rehabilitation (operating as Advanced Spine Physical Therapy, or ASPT) is a private, founder-owned outpatient physical therapy practice based at 343 West Drake Road in Fort Collins, Colorado. Founded in 2000 by Carol Barclay, PT, the clinic employs approximately 9-10 physical therapists and delivers one-on-one rehabilitation services spanning spine disorders, scoliosis, neuropathy (including diabetic, chemotherapy-induced, and idiopathic peripheral neuropathy), neurological conditions (Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, stroke), vestibular and balance disorders, post-polio syndrome, post-surgical rehabilitation, and general orthopedics. Treatment modalities combine manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, and specialized equipment-based approaches including PhotoLight Therapy (multi-wavelength light therapy for nerve healing), the LiteGait Partial Weight Bearing device for gait and balance retraining, and certified protocols such as LSVT BIG & Loud for Parkinson's, the McKenzie Method for spine disorders, and Functional Dry Needling for myofascial pain. The practice also operates The Advanced Balance Institute (opened 2012), a Brain Health Program for MS patients (partnership since 2019), telehealth visits, dry needling, wellness consults, and a small line of retail self-therapy products.

The business operates on a fee-for-service professional services model, billing patient visits through contracted relationships with all major commercial insurance plans, Medicare, Medicaid, Medicare Replacement Plans, and TRICARE. Colorado's Direct Access statute allows patients to self-refer and schedule directly, and same-day appointments are offered. Go-to-market combines patient self-referral, physician referrals, an educational content presence via the ASPTips blog, community injury-prevention talks to local employers and civic groups (City of Fort Collins, City of Loveland, Rocky Mountain National Park, Hot Shot Fire Crew, Hospice of Larimer County, senior centers, and various clubs), and an extensive patient testimonials practice. The company has no disclosed funding rounds, no parent company, and no geographic expansion beyond the single Fort Collins location after 24 years of continuous operation, with brand recognition reinforced by three Best of Fort Collins Awards (2020, 2022, 2024) and Hall of Fame induction in 2022.

Name

ADVANCED SPINE & REHABILITATION

Legal name

Advanced Spine Physical Therapy

Website

https://advancedspineandrehabilitation.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2000

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Advanced Spine & Rehabilitation is a founder-owned outpatient physical therapy clinic in Fort Collins, Colorado, founded in 2000, treating individual patients across spine, neurological (MS, Parkinson's, stroke), neuropathy, vestibular, post-polio, and post-surgical conditions on a fee-for-service insurance-billed basis.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Outpatient Physical Therapy Services

NAICS

Offices of Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapists, and Audiologists (62134), Offices of Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapists, and Audiologists (621340)

SIC

Services-Health Services (8000), Services-Misc Health & Allied Services, Nec (8090)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYHSADAIAA

Orthopedic Physical Therapy & Post-Op Rehab

Home & Personal Services/Fitness, Wellness & Personal Training/Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation & Corrective Exercise

SECONDARYHSABADAE

Neurological Rehabilitation Therapy In-Home (e.g., Stroke, Parkinson’s)

Home & Personal Services/Elder Care & In-Home Care Services/Rehabilitation Therapy (PT/OT/SLP) In-Home

SECONDARYHSADAAAK

Rehabilitation Return-to-Exercise Training (Non-Clinical)

Home & Personal Services/Fitness, Wellness & Personal Training/Personal Training (In-Person & Virtual)

Keywords

• Outpatient physical therapy
• Spine rehabilitation
• Neurological therapy
• Vestibular rehabilitation
• Orthopedic rehabilitation

Headquarters

HQ city

Fort Collins

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Physical Therapy Services: Fee-for-service physical therapy treatment billed to insurance or patients directly. Practice is contracted with all major insurance companies including Medicare, Medicaid, and various commercial plans. Colorado Direct Access allows direct patient scheduling.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Advanced Spine & Rehabilitation (operating as Advanced Spine Physical Therapy) is a single-location outpatient physical therapy clinic in Fort Collins, Colorado that provides one-on-one treatment programs for spine disorders, neurological conditions (Parkinson's, MS, stroke), peripheral neuropathy, vestibular/balance disorders, post-polio syndrome, scoliosis, and pre/post-surgical rehabilitation. The practice offers same-day appointments and telehealth visits, contracts with all major insurance plans including Medicare and Medicaid, and also sells self-therapy retail products. The practice has operated continuously since its founding in 2000.

Product overview

Advanced Spine Physical Therapy is a physical therapy clinic founded in 2000 by Carol Barclay, PT, offering outpatient physical therapy services for whole body wellness. The company operates as a single-location clinic in Fort Collins, Colorado, providing specialized treatment programs including Spine Disorders, Scoliosis, Neuropathy, Vestibular/Balance, Neurological Conditions (including Parkinson's and MS), Post Polio, Pre/Post Surgical Rehabilitation, and Wellness programs. The clinic also offers specialized services such as the Brain Health Program for MS patients, Telehealth virtual visits, and Dry Needling treatments. Treatment approaches include manual therapy, modalities for pain control, exercise prescription, and the use of specialized equipment such as the LiteGait Partial Weight Bearing device and PhotoLight Therapy for neuropathy treatment.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• The Advanced Balance Institute: Specialized balance and gait training program featuring LiteGait Partial Weight Bearing device, opened in 2012.

Products and services

• Spine Disorders Treatment Program Outpatient physical therapy for stenosis, degenerative changes, postural abnormalities, fractures, sciatica, nerve compression, headaches, and sacroiliac joint dysfunction using postural correction, body mechanics education, manual therapy, modalities for pain control, and spinal traction. For adult patients with spine and orthopedic conditions.
• Scoliosis Treatment Program Treatment for idiopathic or acquired scoliosis including spinal elongation exercises, postural strengthening, manual therapy, modalities for pain, and advice on appropriate sports and health club exercises. For patients with scoliosis.
• Neuropathy Treatment Program Treatment for diabetic, idiopathic, and chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy including range of motion, strengthening, balance retraining, gait reeducation, manual therapy, modalities, and PhotoLight Therapy for nerve healing and increased circulation. For neuropathy patients.
• Post Mastectomy/Breast Surgery Rehabilitation Rehabilitation following breast surgery including education in appropriate stretches and exercises, soft tissue techniques to prevent scar tissue, manual therapy, and modalities for pain and stiffness. For post-mastectomy and breast cancer patients.
• Vestibular/Dizziness Treatment Program Treatment for dizziness from inner ear problems (BPPV), upper cervical joint and soft tissue dysfunction following whiplash, poor posture, or stroke/TIA. Includes canalith repositioning, gaze stabilization, eye tracking exercises, postural correction, balance retraining, and manual therapy. For patients with vestibular/balance disorders.
• Neurological and Balance Program Treatment for Parkinson's Disease, Stroke, MS, and weakness or difficulty walking including strengthening exercises, balance and gait reeducation using the LiteGait Partial Weight Bearing device. For patients with neurological and balance disorders.
• Post Polio Program Specialized exercise program for post-polio patients focusing on controlled exercise, pacing, baseline muscle testing, and activity management to prevent muscle overuse and permanent weakness. For post-polio syndrome patients.
• Pre and Post Surgical Rehabilitation Comprehensive rehabilitation for spine surgeries (laminectomies, foraminotomies, decompressions, fusions, disc replacements), joint replacements, and rotator cuff repairs including education, manual therapy, modalities, scar tissue mobilization, and core/postural strengthening. For surgical patients.
• Wellness Program Two-consultation program evaluating posture, body mechanics, strength, balance, and gait speed with individualized exercise prescription and education in safe lifting techniques. For individuals seeking preventive wellness.
• Brain Health Program A 6-week comprehensive multidisciplinary program for MS patients including education on anatomy and physiology, physical therapy treatments, adaptive devices, wellness checks, caregiver safety, yoga, eye and balance exercises. For MS patients.
• Telehealth Visits Virtual physical therapy appointments offered to patients who are at risk or prefer electronic visits, with most insurance plans covering telehealth services. For patients seeking remote care.
• Self Therapy Products Sale of self-therapy products including resistance bands (theraband), foam rollers, cervical pillows, exercise balls (55cm, 65cm), and TheraCanes. Exercise ball inflation service also offered. For patients continuing self-care at home.

Named customers1 record

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• The Brain Health ProgramcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 April 2019Comprehensive multidisciplinary, patient-centered program for MS patients. ASPT provides physical therapy treatments, education on anatomy & physiology of MS, adaptive devices & splints, maintenance therapy & wellness checks, caregiver safety, and gait & balance exercises. Includes yoga, eye exercises, and functional questionnaire assessments.
• TRICAREcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 31 July 2013Advanced Spine Physical Therapy is a proud provider for TRICARE recipients, expressing appreciation and support for active troops and veterans.
• Multiple Sclerosis SocietyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCarol Barclay, PT has given presentations on exercise importance and balance/eye exercises for MS at MS society conferences and at the Brain Health Program Annual Dinner.
• City of Fort CollinsminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerReceived injury prevention talks from ASPT. Surveys of attendees were unanimous in finding the talks informative and helpful.
• City of LovelandminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerReceived injury prevention talks from ASPT.
• Rocky Mountain National Park / Forestry ServiceminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerHot Shot Fire Crew in Estes Park received injury prevention talks. One department reported 16 work injuries in 2010 with zero reported injuries following an ASPT injury prevention talk in April 2011.
• Hospice of Larimer CountyminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerReceived injury prevention and wellness education talks from ASPT.
• Northern Colorado Post Polio Support GroupminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerDeeAnn Vink, PT serves as professional advisor to this support group. ASPT provides specialized post-polio treatment programs.
• Parkinson's Support GroupminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerJerry Manning from Parkinson's support group visited clinic to observe LiteGait equipment use. ASPT provides LSVT BIG treatment for Parkinson's patients.
• Various Community OrganizationsminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerCommunity talks provided to Aspen Club, Parkwood Estates, Kiwanis Club, Lions Club, Arthritis Support group, and The Senior Center of Fort Collins.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Athletico Physical Therapy: National outpatient PT and occupational therapy chain with strong specialty programs (vestibular, work injuries, concussion). Overlaps with ASPT's service portfolio but operates at far broader scale across multiple states.
• Pivot Physical Therapy: Regional outpatient PT chain with orthopedic, sports, and neurological specialties. Comparable outpatient PT service mix; broader geographic footprint than ASPT but more focused than national chains.
• Results Physiotherapy: Specialty orthopedic PT chain (now part of Upstream Rehabilitation) with manual-therapy-led treatment model. Comparable spine and orthopedic focus to ASPT, though at much larger chain scale across the Southeast and Texas.
• ATI Physical Therapy: One of the largest US outpatient PT chains with hundreds of locations offering orthopedic, sports, and specialty rehab. Comparable as a competing outpatient PT provider in Colorado; broad incumbent rather than specialty niche.
• Select Physical Therapy (Select Medical): Outpatient rehabilitation division of Select Medical operating hundreds of clinics with orthopedic, neurologic, and vestibular programs. Directly comparable outpatient PT services but at parent-company scale and reach.
• Ivy Rehab Network: Large multi-brand outpatient PT network including specialty pediatric and neurological sub-brands. Comparable outpatient PT services; broad incumbent with specialty depth via sub-brands.
• Kessler Rehabilitation Center (Select Medical): Specialty neurological and orthopedic rehabilitation provider operating multiple New Jersey/Mid-Atlantic clinics. Comparable to ASPT's neurological rehab focus (Parkinson's, MS, stroke) but at much larger institutional scale.

Direct peers

• EW Motion Therapy: Independent multi-specialty PT practice offering spine, orthopedic, and neurological rehab. Similar specialty breadth to ASPT and a comparable founder-led, multi-therapist outpatient model, though operating in the Southeast US.
• FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers: Franchised outpatient PT network specializing in balance, vestibular, and neuropathy treatment using proprietary protocols. Highly comparable to ASPT's vestibular, balance, neuropathy, and neurological rehab focus, though operating at much larger scale via franchising.

Regional players

• Concentra (Hanger Orthopedic Group / Select Medical): Occupational health and outpatient PT provider with multiple Colorado locations focused on work injury rehab. Comparable to ASPT's employer outreach (Hot Shot Fire Crew, Forestry Service) and post-injury rehabilitation, with regional Colorado overlap.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/advanced-spine-&-rehabilitation

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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