Physical Therapy Where You Train

Ascension Physical Therapy & Performance operates out of BearFitness in White Bear Lake, MN. Whether you're a BearFitness member dealing with a nagging injury or someone coming in specifically for physical therapy, you get access to clinical-level care in the same environment where you train. No referral required to get started.

Who We Work With

Ascension PT works with a wide range of clients — from athletes recovering from surgery to people dealing with chronic pain that's been limiting their daily life. If you've been putting off addressing an injury, or you're not sure whether what you're experiencing needs PT, the best first step is a conversation.

We commonly work with people dealing with:

• Back and neck pain, sciatica, and herniated discs
• Shoulder, knee, and hip injuries
• Post-surgical rehabilitation
• Sports injuries and return-to-sport recovery
• Movement limitations affecting training or daily life
• Performance goals requiring a clinical eye on mechanics and technique

What Sets Ascension PT Apart

Dr. Jake Salaba, PT, DPT brings a rare combination of clinical and performance credentials to every session:

• Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT)
• 10+ Years of Fitness and Performance Coaching
• Clinical Athlete Weightlifting Certification
• Dry Needling certification

That combination means your treatment isn't just focused on reducing pain — it's focused on getting you back to full function and keeping you there. Sessions are individualized, one-on-one, and built around your specific goals and timeline. There's no cookie-cutter protocol here.

Bridging Rehab and Performance

One of the most common frustrations in physical therapy is getting discharged before you feel truly ready — or being told to "just rest" without a clear path back to doing what you love. Ascension PT is built around the idea that rehab and performance are the same continuum. The goal isn't just to get you out of pain. It's to get you moving better than you were before the injury.

For BearFitness members, that means seamless communication between your PT and your coaching. Your program can be adjusted in real time based on what's happening in treatment, so you're never training against your own recovery.

‍Out-of-Network Provider

Ascension Physical Therapy & Performance is an out-of-network provider. This means sessions are not billed directly through insurance, which allows for fully individualized, one-on-one care without the time and visit limitations that come with in-network billing. Many clients use HSA/FSA accounts, and superbills can be provided for potential out-of-network reimbursement. Contact us for more details.

Ready to Get Started?

No referral needed. Book a consultation directly with Dr. Jake to talk through what you're dealing with and figure out the right plan

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