About
We opened TSS so that we could spend time with you, get to know your situation, and provide service that you can’t get anywhere else. You may keep hearing that you just need to workout less, run less, or even stop exercising to solve your pain. There is a better way.
WE'RE GLAD YOU'RE HERE
Meet The Stride Shop
We met while working in a crowded and fast-paced sports medicine physical therapy clinic in New Orleans, Louisiana in January of 2018 – but the universe had connected us years before we even knew it. After a year of learning from each other, treating patients together, and intense games of H-O-R-S-E in the clinic, we discovered that we were practically related – RT’s older sister and Niraj’s college roommate had dated in high school, so Niraj had met RT’s sister before he even knew RT. We had several mutual acquaintances and friends that just never came up since we met later in life. And Niraj’s college soccer teammate ended up marrying RT’s sister down the road!
Another thing that we shared was that we both hated how people were herded in and out of our clinic like cattle. We wanted to deliver excellent care, but were bogged down by loaded schedules and health insurance restrictions. When we approached our director about how we could improve treatment in our clinic, we were told that they “couldn’t have everyone running around with their little ideas to change the clinic.” That was when we decided that people deserved better.
No Assistants
We don’t use assistants. You'll get to work personally, with us. Dealing with injury and pain is difficult. You'll get our expertise, right from us.
We won't see you 3x/week
We don’t need to see you 3 times per week because we are with you for your whole session.
No short term fixes
We don’t sacrifice longevity for short-term fixes. We have decades of experience to help you finally take control of your situation.
Ryan "RT" Hill, Physical Therapist
I once ran an ultramarathon to get a better understanding of what the training felt like. I did this to know what patients were going through. Similar situations have happened with competitive kayaking, cross-fit, yoga, joining the Army, etc. As a Doctor of Physical Therapy, my expertise is in discovering the root cause of your issue so that you can be set up for longevity in the activity you love to do!
While I love helping the elite endurance athlete, I genuinely love working with anyone motivated to start living a healthier and more active life. No matter your skill level, I am dedicated to helping you improve healthily and safely. Don’t just shut everything down. Talk to us, and let’s find out how The Stride Shop will get you on the right path to being active and successful!
Niraj Vora, Physical Therapist
I am a physical therapist, coach, and avid runner. Since entering the world of healthcare in 2006, I have honed my skills and insights in the world of injury management and rehab. I have also become acutely aware of one thing – it can be extremely frustrating to get straight forward answers to questions when you have an injury. My mission is to change that. I am determined to provide you options outside of rest, injection, or medication.
When you trust me with your care, I promise the following: I will work to build a trusting relationship. I will foster open and honest communication. I will take the time to listen. I will give you practical and actionable advice to reach your goals.
Whether you are looking to run faster and farther, start exercising, or address a nagging pain, let’s work together.
After two visits, I was pain free and rain a 1/2 marathon PR! Highly recommend!
- Martin Marino
Hit my goals with the marathon I was training for 4 weeks later. Cannot recommend enough!
- Erika L
The care is very specialized to my needs, goals, personality, etc. 10/10 all around!
- H D
THE STRIDE SHOP NEWSLETTER
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