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Holistic • Thorough • Proactive

There's never been a better time to begin

living your best life.feeling great everyday.living without pain.getting stronger.making health a priority.

There's never been a better time to begin

living your best life.feeling great everyday.living without pain.getting stronger.making health a priority.

Holistic • Thorough • Proactive

Our Mission

We exist to help you feel better, longer.

We exist to help you feel better, longer.

In pursuit of your longest, healthiest life.

Reduce Pain. Increase Strength. Expand Longevity. 

Pursuit Physical Therapy is based in Alexandria, MN and specializes in:

  • Manual therapy and dry needling for fast and lasting pain relief

  • Rehab and protocol planning + training after an injury

  • VO2 max + metabolic rate testing for longevity & healthspan goals

reasons to choose

Pursuit Physical Therapy

It is possible to feel better, for longer.

Pursuit Physical Therapy can help you stay mobile, energetic, strong, and happy across a lifetime.

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    You want your low back pain to go away.

    I got you. I'm all in for the quick fix. You will also get the tools you need to make sure that relief lasts, allowing you to pursue a healthier life for longer.

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    You wish you could walk or run without knee pain.

    I have treatment protocols for rapid pain relief. You will also get a thorough evaluation and fitness forward rehab plan. I do the manual therapy, and you will be equipped with a plan to improve your knee durability for the long term.

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    You want restful sleep without pain.

    Many people finally seek care when pain is interfering with sleep. Let me help you feel better faster, while also teaching you how to optimize your circadian rhythm through routine light exposure, consistent sleep/wake times, zone 2 exercise, and more. 

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    You want a lower risk for cancer, heart disease, diabetes & dementia.

    I provide solutions for pain relief – and health and lifespan optimization.

reasons to choose

Pursuit Physical Therapy

It is possible to feel better, for longer.

Pursuit Physical Therapy can help you stay mobile, energetic, strong, and happy across a lifetime.

  • https://pursuitpt.co/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/cropped-pursuit-favicon.png

    You want your low back pain to go away.

    I got you. I'm all in for the quick fix. You will also get the tools you need to make sure that relief lasts, allowing you to pursue a healthier life for longer.

  • https://pursuitpt.co/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/cropped-pursuit-favicon.png

    You wish you could walk or run without knee pain.

    I have treatment protocols for rapid pain relief. You will also get a thorough evaluation and fitness forward rehab plan. I do the manual therapy, and you will be equipped with a plan to improve your knee durability for the long term.

  • https://pursuitpt.co/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/cropped-pursuit-favicon.png

    You want restful sleep without pain.

    Many people finally seek care when pain is interfering with sleep. Let me help you feel better faster, while also teaching you how to optimize your circadian rhythm through routine light exposure, consistent sleep/wake times, zone 2 exercise, and more. 

  • https://pursuitpt.co/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/cropped-pursuit-favicon.png

    You want a lower risk for cancer, heart disease, diabetes & dementia.

    I provide solutions for pain relief – and health and lifespan optimization.

Relief. Recovery. Results.

Comprehensive Solutions Tailored to Your Goals

Expert physical therapy to heal and prevent low back pain, disc injuries, sciatica, muscle strains, neck pain, headaches, knee pain, osteoarthritis, hip pain, rotator cuff strains, shoulder pain, and more.

dry-needling

Electro – Dry Needling

A game changer for people looking to feel better faster. This treatment is good for back strains, hip pain, knee arthritis, shoulder pain and impingement, headaches, and more.

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Manual Therapy

This hands-on treatment restores mobility and solves nagging pain. Useful for all aches and pains. See immediate gains in how your body moves and feels. 

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Cupping & Myofascial Decompression

A blend of relaxation and dynamic movement that helps improve blood flow and reduce tissue restriction and pain.

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Spinal Manipulation

Spinal Manipulative Therapy (SMT) is often the best therapy for quickly gaining back function and feeling better faster. Research shows spinal manipulation and dry needling produces better and faster results than traditional Physical Therapy. 

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VO2 Max Testing

If you're interested in health span and feeling younger for longer, VO2 max testing IS THE FUTURE. Patients and clients that reach out to me for VO2 max testing are interested in pursuing their healthiest, most intentional life. 

Training Programs

Learn how to incorporate these five exercise science training components into your lifestyle to optimize energy across a lifespan.

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    Zone 2 Training for Mitochondrial and Metabolic Health

    Targets: mitochondrial health and metabolism, insulin sensitivity, blood glucose levels, reduced inflammation, and more

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    HIIT Protocols

    Improve the ceiling of your energy levels, brain health, immune function, and oxygenation.

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    Resistance Training Fundamentals

    Muscle strength declines 35-40% between age 20 and 80. Learn actionable protocols that preserve and increase muscle strength so that you can love your active life longer.

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    Mobility Work

    For joint longevity, pain modulation, and recovery

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    Balance + Coordination + Skill

    Be playful now and forever

Get to know

Dr. John Amundson, DPT

Since earning my Doctorate in 2014, I’ve specialized in treating pain and injuries through manual therapy and dry needling — and I genuinely love it. Day after day, I get to witness amazing success stories, which is rewarding and gratifying. But my passion reaches beyond temporary pain relief.  

My mission with Pursuit Physical Therapy – help people look forward. What do you want 'age 70' to look like? What about the last decade of your life?

I want to help you understand what it’s going to take to live well for longer. Tomorrow is never promised. Today is the day to start learning and implementing actionable protocols that can not only relieve pain, but more importantly improve energy, increase mobility, and reduce disease risk across a lifespan.

dr john amundson DPT pursuit physical therapy in alexandria mn
dr john amundson DPT pursuit physical therapy in alexandria mn

Get to know

Dr. John Amundson, DPT

Since earning my Doctorate in 2014, I’ve specialized in treating pain and injuries through manual therapy and dry needling — and I genuinely love it. Day after day, I get to witness amazing success stories, which is rewarding and gratifying. But my passion reaches beyond temporary pain relief.  

My mission with Pursuit Physical Therapy – help people look forward. What do you want 'age 70' to look like? What about the last decade of your life?

I want to help you understand what it’s going to take to live well for longer. Tomorrow is never promised. Today is the day to start learning and implementing actionable protocols that can not only relieve pain, but more importantly improve energy, increase mobility, and reduce disease risk across a lifespan.

Answers to Your

Frequently Asked Questions

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Phone

(320) 293-2706

Email

johnamundsondpt@gmail.com

Free Phone Consultation

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