Omaha Physical Therapy Institute

What Omaha Physical Therapy Institute does

Omaha Physical Therapy Institute (OPTI), founded in July 2007 and operated as a Nebraska professional corporation, is a private outpatient physical therapy practice headquartered at 625 N. 144th Avenue in Omaha, Nebraska, with a satellite clinic — the Athletes In Motion (A.I.M.) Clinic — co-located inside the Omaha Sports Complex at 14706 Giles Road. The practice is founder-owned by co-founders Brent Cordery, PT, DPT and Katie Reisbig Cordery, PT, DPT, who met while attending Creighton University's DPT program, and currently employs 7 Doctors of Physical Therapy and 4 support staff (11 total). OPTI delivers 100% one-on-one treatment with the same DPT at every visit, grounded in evidence-based practice and therapeutic neuroscience education (pain science). The clinical portfolio spans 28+ named services across general orthopedics (spine, rotator cuff, knee/hip replacement, ankle, TMJ), sport-specific rehabilitation (soccer, basketball/volleyball, football/wrestling, baseball/softball, golf, gymnastics/dance/cheer, running), specialty populations (pediatric torticollis/plagiocephaly, cancer patients via 'Fight It With Fitness,' osteoporosis), workplace injuries and ergonomic assessments, and post-PT bridge programs (Wellness & Performance, WellFIT group circuit, SoccerFIT, Open Gym).

The business model is insurance-billed outpatient physical therapy, with OPTI in-network with all major health insurance plans including Medicare and Medicaid, supplemented by private-pay/quote-based pricing for uninsured patients and recurring-revenue wellness/performance programs after formal PT discharge. Patient acquisition is predominantly referral-driven — physician/surgeon referrals (who also refer their own family members), club/high school/college coach and athletic-trainer referrals, and organic word-of-mouth — augmented by educational content (a 30+ page SEO-optimized blog), community engagement through the OPTI CARES program, and coach-education sessions featuring the NeuroStrong evidence-based warm-up protocol. Proprietary infrastructure advantages include nearly 70,000 sq ft of field-turf access at the A.I.M. satellite that enables sport-specific surface exposure competitors cannot easily replicate, and OPTI's claimed 17+ year track record of ACL reconstruction return-to-competition outcomes exceeding the national average.

Name

Omaha Physical Therapy Institute

Legal name

Omaha Physical Therapy Institute, PC

Website

https://omahapti.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2007

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Omaha Physical Therapy Institute (OPTI) is a private, founder-owned outpatient physical therapy practice in Omaha, Nebraska, founded in 2007, employing 7 Doctors of Physical Therapy across two locations, serving athletes, post-surgical patients, and general orthopedic patients through one-on-one, evidence-based care including sport-specific rehabilitation at its A.I.M. satellite clinic.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Outpatient Physical Therapy Services

NAICS

Offices of Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapists, and Audiologists (62134), Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers (713940)

SIC

Services-Offices & Clinics Of Doctors Of Medicine (8011), Services-Specialty Outpatient Facilities, Nec (8093)

akta.pro primary industry

Orthopedic Physical Therapy & Post-Op Rehab (HSADAIAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Sports Rehabilitation, Return-to-Play & Performance Therapy Centers (MPAKAJAO), Orthopedic & Sports Rehabilitation Centers (HLAFAFAI), Orthopedic & Post-Surgical Rehabilitation Centers (HLADAJAI), Shoulder & Elbow (HLAKALAI), Foot & Ankle (HLAKALAG)

Keywords

• Outpatient physical therapy
• Orthopedic rehabilitation
• Sports injury rehab
• Post-surgical rehabilitation
• Manual therapy services

Headquarters

HQ city

Omaha

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Physical Therapy Services (Insurance): In-network provider with all major health insurance plans including Medicare and Medicaid. Physical therapy visits are billed through insurance. No public pricing disclosed.
2. Private Pay / Out-of-Pocket: Available for patients without health insurance or without a physical therapy benefit on their plan. Quote-based pricing.
3. Wellness & Performance Programs: Continued medically-guided fitness and performance programs (Wellness Program, WellFIT, SoccerFIT) for current and former patients after formal physical therapy ends. Sessions twice weekly, group circuit format available. Gym memberships offered.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Omaha Physical Therapy Institute provides one-on-one outpatient physical therapy care delivered by a Doctor of Physical Therapy at every visit, treating orthopedic and sports-related injuries across all ages. The practice operates from a main clinic at 144th & Dodge in Omaha and a satellite Athletes In Motion (A.I.M.) Clinic inside the Omaha Sports Complex that provides nearly 70,000 square feet of field turf, nets, and batting cages for sport-specific rehabilitation. Service lines span post-surgical rehab (ACL, knee, hip, shoulder, spine), sport-specific return-to-play programs, oncology and osteoporosis programs, concussion care, pediatric torticollis treatment, and post-PT wellness programs (SoccerFIT, WellFIT).

Product overview

Omaha Physical Therapy Institute (OPTI) operates as a physical therapy practice offering a comprehensive portfolio of specialized rehabilitation programs and services. The core offering centers on one-on-one physical therapy treatment with a Doctor of Physical Therapy at every visit. The portfolio includes specialized programs such as the Athletes In Motion (A.I.M.) Program for sport-specific rehabilitation, the ACL Reconstruction Rehabilitation Program, Spine Rehabilitation, and the Wellness & Performance Program for continued care after formal PT. OPTI provides targeted rehabilitation services across multiple domains: orthopedic conditions (Total Knee Replacement, Rotator Cuff, Ankle, Spine), sports injuries (Soccer, Basketball, Volleyball, Football/Wrestling, Golf, Running), specialized populations (Pediatric/Torticollis, Cancer patients/Fight It With Fitness, Osteoporosis), and workplace injuries with ergonomic assessments. The A.I.M. Clinic at the Omaha Sports Complex provides dedicated facilities with field turf for sport-specific rehabilitation. Additional programs include the SoccerFIT performance training, NeuroStrong warm-up protocol, Open Gym access, and Coaching Education services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Athletes In Motion (A.I.M.): Sport-specific rehabilitation program integrating athlete skills from day one of rehab through final sessions, with access to turf facilities at the Omaha Sports Complex
• OPTI Cares
• SoccerFIT
• NeuroStrong Warm-Up
• WellFIT Program

Products and services

• One-on-One Physical Therapy Core service offering one-on-one treatment with a Doctor of Physical Therapy at every visit, providing personalized, evidence-based physical therapy care for patients of all ages across orthopedic and sports-related conditions.
• Athletes In Motion (A.I.M.) Program Sport-specific rehabilitation program integrating athletic skills from day one of rehab through final session, featuring access to nearly 70,000 sq ft of field turf, goals, nets, and batting cages at the A.I.M. Clinic inside the Omaha Sports Complex for athletes of all ages and skill levels across multiple sports.
• ACL Reconstruction Rehabilitation Program Comprehensive one-on-one ACL reconstruction rehabilitation program with the same Doctor of Physical Therapy at every visit, featuring sport-specific skill integration and high return-to-competition rates exceeding national benchmarks.
• Spine Rehabilitation Specialized treatment for back and neck injuries delivered by physical therapists with extensive experience and training in spine treatment and current scientific research.
• Rotator Cuff Rehabilitation Rehabilitation program for rotator cuff tears and post-surgical repairs, focusing on education, movement, stretching, and relaxation techniques for comfortable recovery.
• Total Knee Replacement Rehabilitation Expert one-on-one rehabilitation program for total knee replacement patients with the same Doctor of Physical Therapy at every visit, emphasizing pain neuroscience education and hands-on treatment.
• Ankle Rehabilitation Treatment program for foot and ankle complex injuries integrating modern pain neuroscience education, proprioceptive exercises, manual therapy, and sport-specific skill integration.
• Work-Related Injuries and Ergonomic Assessments Evaluation and treatment of work-related musculoskeletal and neuromuscular injuries with on-site ergonomic evaluations and educational workshops for employers.
• Concussion Rehabilitation Physical therapy program for concussion recovery including assessment of orientation, cognitive screening, balance testing, vestibular rehabilitation, and structured return-to-play progression, with care coordinated through the Caze Institute.
• TMJ (Jaw) Pain Treatment Evaluation and treatment of temporomandibular joint pain and dysfunction, addressing jaw clicking, locking, headaches, and related symptoms through manual therapy and patient education.
• Torticollis and Plagiocephaly Treatment Specialized assessment and treatment program for infants with head tilting or flattening; one of few clinics in Omaha with specially trained physical therapists for these conditions.
• Fight It With Fitness Program Exercise program for patients during or after cancer treatment, developed by licensed physical therapists to address decreased conditioning, pain levels, cancer-related fatigue, and reduced range of motion and strength.
• Basketball and Volleyball Rehabilitation Court sport rehabilitation with progressive drills including dribbling, shooting, rebounding for basketball and hitting, serving, and sliding for volleyball, transitioning to court surfaces during final therapy phases.
• Football and Wrestling Rehabilitation Sport-specific rehabilitation for football and wrestling injuries featuring position-specific drills, progressive contact exposure, and power-focused exercises with access to field turf at the A.I.M. Clinic.
• Golf Specific Rehabilitation Customized return-to-play program for golf injuries including swing analysis, golf-specific strength and power exercises, stretching, and education on proper warm-up and cool-down.
• Gymnastics, Dance, and Cheer Rehabilitation Specialized rehabilitation incorporating sport-specific skills and movement patterns for gymnastics, dance, and cheer-related injuries.
• Running Analysis and Rehabilitation Comprehensive running gait analysis with physical therapists assessing running mechanics, analyzing footwear, and providing tailored plans for running-related injuries.
• SoccerFIT Medically based soccer-specific performance training program for current and former OPTI patients, held twice weekly combining agility, speed, and power drills with coaching on proper movement mechanics.
• Soccer Specific Rehabilitation Advanced soccer-specific rehabilitation combining medical science, biomechanics, and game knowledge for athletes of all skill levels with access to turf and grass facilities at the A.I.M. Clinic.
• Softball and Baseball Specific Rehabilitation Comprehensive rehabilitation program for softball and baseball athletes including throwing assessment, plyometric drills, slide and dive technique training, and on-field rehabilitation using turf.
• Osteoporosis Program Physical therapy program for osteoporosis and osteopenia focusing on flexibility, resistance training, balance exercises, fall prevention, and loading exercises to maintain bone health.
• Pre-operative Assistive Device Fitting and Training Training program for patients undergoing foot, ankle, knee, or hip surgery to practice using crutches, cane, or walker before surgery for increased confidence and decreased fall risk.
• Wellness & Performance Program Bridging program after formal physical therapy to help patients maintain exercise routines with prescribed programs from treating physical therapists and guidance from a wellness coordinator.
• Open Gym and WellFIT Programs Gym access for patients on non-therapy days and gym memberships for current and former patients, including the WellFIT group circuit workout held Tuesdays and Thursdays over the lunch hour.
• Coaching Education Educational sessions for coaches covering warm-up and cool-down techniques, injury reduction strategies, and effective management of injured athletes.
• NeuroStrong Soccer-Specific Warm-up Evidence-based, soccer-specific neuromuscular training warm-up protocol designed to reduce injury risk and enhance athletic performance, completing in 10-12 minutes and grounded in FIFA 11+, SHREDinjuries, PEP, and Sportsmetrics programs.
• Therapeutic Neuroscience Education Educational treatment approach helping patients understand why they feel pain and how to calm their nervous system, using movement and education to help patients feel more confident in their body and recovery.

Quantifiable outcome

• Majority of ACL reconstruction patients return to competitive sport (vs. 44% national average per 2011 BJSM systematic review)
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

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AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Boys TownminorOthersCommunity partner through OPTI CARES program. OPTI participates in community service initiatives benefiting Boys Town, a national child and family care organization.
• Salvation Army and KETV 7 Can Help Kids Back to School Backpack ProgramminorOthersAnnual community partnership through OPTI CARES program. Supports the Salvation Army/KETV 7 initiative providing backpacks and school supplies to children in need.
• Nebraska Humane SocietyminorOthersCommunity partner through OPTI CARES towel drive initiative. OPTI collects donated towels to support the Nebraska Humane Society animal shelter.
• Nebraska Food BankminorOthersOPTI serves as a drop-off site for food donations for the Nebraska Food Bank as part of the OPTI CARES community outreach program.
• Open Door MissionminorOthersOPTI conducts clothing drives benefiting the Open Door Mission, a nonprofit serving individuals experiencing poverty and homelessness in Omaha.
• Women's ShelterminorOthersOPTI conducts clothing drives benefiting local women's shelters as part of the OPTI CARES program.
• Omaha Sports Complex (The Center)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHousing provider for the Athletes In Motion (A.I.M.) satellite clinic. Located inside the Omaha Sports Complex at 14706 Giles Road, the facility provides 70,000 sq ft of field turf, goals, nets, batting cages, and ample space for multi-directional loading drills. Strategic location enabling OPTI's sport-specific rehabilitation programs.
• Caze InstitutecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOPTI works closely with the Caze Institute to provide concussion care. Caze Institute is a specialized concussion management provider, and OPTI refers to them for the most efficient and research-based concussion care coordination.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• NovaCare Rehabilitation (Select Medical): Division of Select Medical providing outpatient orthopedic and sports PT across many states. Comparable service portfolio to OPTl but with the resources of a national healthcare services parent, including workplace injury and concussion programs that overlap OPTl's offerings.
• ATI Physical Therapy: Public outpatient PT chain with strong sports medicine and orthopedic programs nationwide. Overlaps OPTl in sports rehab, ACL return-to-play, and post-surgical rehabilitation, but with far broader geographic reach and formalized outcome tracking.
• Concentra (Select Medical): Occupational health and outpatient PT provider owned by Select Medical. Overlaps OPTl in work-related musculoskeletal injury treatment, ergonomic assessments, and physical therapy for injured workers — directly competing for the employer-channel segment.
• Athletico Physical Therapy (now Enhance Therapies): Large national outpatient orthopedic and sports physical therapy chain. Comparable to OPTl in offering one-on-one PT for orthopedic and sports injuries, but operates at vastly greater scale across the Midwest and beyond — directly overlapping OPTl's geographic and service footprint in some metros.

Direct peers

• SPEAR Physical Therapy: New York-based outpatient PT group with explicit sport-specific rehabilitation focus, including ACL return-to-play and athlete performance programs. Closely comparable to OPTl's A.I.M. and SoccerFIT positioning in clinical scope and brand emphasis.
• Drayer Physical Therapy Institute (Upstream Rehabilitation): National outpatient PT brand under Upstream Rehab with strong orthopedic and sports focus. Comparable in service mix and one-on-one care model to OPTl, though at much larger scale and broader geographic reach.
• Ivy Rehab Network: Multi-state outpatient PT network with strong sports medicine and orthopedic specialty. Operates similarly to OPTl with branded specialty programs (sports, pediatrics, concussion) and emphasizes one-on-one therapist continuity in many of its clinics.
• Professional Physical Therapy: Outpatient orthopedic and sports PT practice in the Northeast with hand-on-one-on-one therapist model. Comparable to OPTl in clinical approach, sports rehab specialty, and in-network insurance structure.
• BenchMark Physical Therapy: Outpatient orthopedic PT group operating across multiple states with hand-on-one-on-one therapist-led care model. Comparable to OPTl in clinical philosophy (therapist-delivered treatment, sports and orthopedic focus, in-network with major insurers).

Regional players

• OrthoNebraska / Nebraska Medicine Physical Therapy: Hospital-affiliated outpatient PT providers in the Omaha metro. Compete directly with OPTl for orthopedic surgeon referrals and post-surgical rehabilitation in the same local market, often with embedded relationships inside large physician practices.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

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