Athletes In Motion (A.I.M.) Program

Injury and surgery can be devastating for an athlete—we get it, because we’ve been there ourselves. The road to recovery isn’t just physical, it’s mental too. One of the toughest questions athletes face after an injury is, “Will I ever get back to the level I was before?”

At Omaha Physical Therapy Institute, we take a unique and proven approach to treating injured athletes. Our Athletes In Motion (A.I.M.) program is designed to integrate sport-specific skills from day one of rehab through your very last session. Whether you’re aiming for a full return to competition or just want to move pain-free again, we’re here to help you get back to doing what you love—stronger and more confident than ever.

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625 N. 144th Ave., Ste. 102
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Confident and Safe Transition Back to Sports

The Athletes In Motion (A.I.M.) Program at Omaha Physical Therapy Institute is built to ensure a safe and confident return to sport for athletes of all ages and skill levels. By seamlessly blending sport-specific movements into the rehab process, we keep athletes mentally engaged and physically prepared, helping them maintain their skills—even while sidelined.

Each session includes one-on-one treatment with a Doctor of Physical Therapy, ensuring every program is tailored to the unique demands of the athlete’s sport. From sprinting, jumping, and landing to cutting, pivoting, and more, our goal is to enhance strength, agility, power, coordination, endurance, and speed to maximize performance and reduce reinjury risk.

Athletes are seen at our main clinic along with our Athlete’s In Motion (A.I.M.) clinic which allows for access to field turf. If an athlete’s sport does not involve a turf surface, other sports arenas or locations are utilized for sport-specific rehab including basketball, volleyball, and tennis courts, grass fields, tracks, swimming pools, and ice rinks to provide proper exposure before transitioning back into a sport.

A.I.M. Clinic
14706 Giles Rd, Omaha, NE 68138

OPTI’s A.I.M. Clinic is located inside the Omaha Sports Complex at 147th and Giles, giving athletes access to nearly 70,000 square feet of field turf—complete with goals, nets, and ample space for kicking, throwing, hitting, punting, and performing multi-directional agility drills tailored to their sport.

Exposure to sport-specific surfaces—like turf, grass, ice rinks, swimming pools, and court flooring—is a crucial step in recovery. Practicing in these environments before returning to competition helps build confidence, improve performance, and minimize the risk of re-injury when athletes rejoin practices and games.

OPTI’s AIM Program Includes:

Sport-specific skill integration: Graded exposure to sport-specific skills
Performance Training: Speed, power, and agility training
Strengthening: Advanced strengthening and plyometrics
Surface Specific Exposure: The A.I.M. program allows for surface specific exposure at OPTI’s secondary location inside the Omaha Sports Complex (turf field), outside grass fields, basketball/volleyball/tennis courts, gyms, pools, and ice rinks.

Did you know:

Average ACL Reconstruction Rehabilitation Programs:
Only 44% Return to A Competitive Sport
According to a systematic review of literature involving ACL Reconstruction Rehabilitation programs performed in the British Journal of Sports Medicine in 2011, only 44% of athletes who had undergone an ACLR returned to a competitive sport after their rehabilitation.

With an OPTI ACL Rehabilitation Program:
You CAN Return to A Competitive Sport
At OPTI over the past 17+ years, the majority of our patients who have rehabilitated a reconstructed ACL have returned to high level competition, including several professional athletes, Division I athletes, and high school athletes who went on to earn collegiate athletic scholarships.

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"My soccer player is getting top notch and personalized one on one therapy for his ankle. It is awesome that the return to sport sessions are tailored to meet his needs." -Leanne

“This is a great rehab center for sports injuries among other needs. The care is thoughtful and effective. The desk staff and therapists are kind and attentive. This was a great experience for me." -Candace

"My orthopedic surgeon suggested physical therapy for my tennis elbow. I had no idea where to start? I called my PCP and was referred to OPTI…I couldn’t be more satisfied with the therapy I received from there. Everyone is nice starting at the front desk with Lori! I would recommend them hands down than any other place in town. Thanks OPTI!" –Stephanie (Tennis Elbow)

"OPTI has treated me for over a decade through multiple sports injuries and surgeries. There is no better group of professionals to be around when you're embarking on the difficult journey to recovery. The environment is welcoming and positive. Communication is clear and reassuring. I recommend OPTI to all my friends, family, and teammates and they all have the same great experience" -Jonathan

"Omaha Physical Therapy Institute is an AMAZING place!!! Every staff member has been a delight to interact with. The facility is ran efficiently, timely and is incredibly clean. OPTI has worked with some of the world's greatest athletes, so I am confident I am in good hands. Highly recommend!" -Mary

“As an orthopedic surgeon, it is comforting to know that my patients are getting the attention they deserve. They are the most trustworthy PT’s in the area. I have even sent family to them.” – Orthopedic Surgeon in the Omaha area

“The one on one attention was great. I liked that everything we did tied back to soccer. My rehab was soccer-specific and I was able to get some sessions in at the Athletes In Motion Clinic out at the Omaha Sports Complex which was pretty awesome! I felt confident in returning to play!” – Paul (Ankle Injury)

“This note is no doubt long overdue, but comes with enormous gratitude that only continues to grow. This September marked three years since my ACL repair, and each day since I have been blessed with the ability to be fully active, play any sport my heart desired, continue coaching the beautiful game of soccer, climb new mountains (literally) and take on countless adventures and challenges. I certainly have your impressive expertise and fabulous patient care to thank for much of that. So, with all of my heart (and my healthy-thanks-to-you-right-knee), I am grateful. Thank you for leaving a positive permanent impact in my life!” – Becca (ACL Surgery)

“As an athlete, soccer is my life. ACL Reconstruction surgery could have ended my career. I am forever grateful to Omaha Physical Therapy Institute (OPTI) and their Athletes In Motion (A.I.M.) program. OPTI’s team got me back into action and I am back playing the sport I love. OPTI has the best Physical Therapy team in Omaha.” – Mayme Conroy, UNL Soccer, Redditch United F.C.

“I did most of my rehab at the A.I.M. clinic. It was awesome! From the first day, I knew I was going to make it back to pitching. Having the turf and the nets to throw and pitch into helped me get my confidence back.” – Brandon (Tommy John Surgery)

"I chose OPTI to provide my post op rehab from knee replacement based on their great reviews. Once I started I've been impressed from day one; setting up all my appointments was easy, they are diligent in regards to providing a clean and sanitary environment, the staff are friendly, professional, thoughtful and most importantly, they challenge you to improve with each visit. Thank you OPTI for providing me treatment that has resulted in an improved quality of life." - Nancy

"Omaha Physical Therapy Institute has been fabulous. From the start, two weeks post rotator cuff surgery, I was able to get in right away...and get scheduled for my first 6 weeks of PT. Each session has addressed different muscle areas. I am learning about my shoulder thru the exercises I do. I certainly would suggest anyone I know use OPTI for their physical therapy needs." - Carol

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