Expert Running Physical Therapy in Wakefield, MA
Nagging pain is costing you miles. At FIXXED, our licensed physical therapists help runners and active adults in Wakefield get back to doing what they love — faster, stronger, and without the insurance runaround. Full-hour, one-on-one sessions. No referral needed. Same-day booking available. Your first session starts at just $49.
Sound Familiar? You're Not Alone.
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Cookie-Cutter PT That Goes Nowhere
You've done the insurance-driven PT — 10 minutes with a clinician, the rest on a bike alone. You followed the program and still hurt. You deserve better than a one-size-fits-all plan.
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No Time for a Schedule That Doesn't Flex
Between work, training, and family, a three-times-a-week clinic slot just doesn't exist. You keep pushing through pain because taking time off feels impossible.
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Pain That's Keeping You Off the Road
Runner's knee, IT band tightness, plantar fasciitis, shin splints — you've googled it all. But without a real diagnosis and a real plan, the miles keep getting shorter.
Why Wakefield Runners Choose FIXXED
FIXXED is Wakefield's performance-focused physical therapy studio built for people who can't afford to stop moving. Every session is a full hour, one-on-one with a licensed clinician who knows your name, your goals, and your training load. No referrals. No insurance delays. No cookie-cutter programs. Just expert running physical therapy in Wakefield, MA — designed around your life.
Full-hour, 1-on-1 sessions with the same licensed clinician every visit — no rotating staff, no shared appointments
Cash-based and direct-access: no doctor's referral required, no insurance hoops, same-day booking available
Performance rehab floor with barbells, Ancore cables, and advanced techniques like dry needling, Graston®, and dynamic cupping — rehab and strength under one roof
"My back spasms have disappeared, my ankle and foot discomfort have been alleviated — plantar fasciitis, gone; lower back spasms, gone; zero shin splints. My run endurance continues to get better!"
— Timothy L., FIXXED Client
Getting Back to Running Is Simpler Than You Think
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Step 1: Book Your Evaluation
Schedule your $49 first session or a free 20-minute phone consult online — same-day availability, no referral needed, free parking on Lowell St.
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Step 2: Get Your Custom Plan
Your clinician performs a full movement and biomechanical assessment, identifies the root cause of your pain, and builds a plan built specifically around your running goals.
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Step 3: Run Stronger, Pain-Free
Train on our performance rehab floor, receive hands-on treatment every visit, and leave each session with a video-backed home program — so progress doesn't stop when you walk out the door.
Running Injuries We Treat at FIXXED Wakefield
Whether you're a recreational runner, a marathoner, or a competitive athlete, running physical therapy in Wakefield at FIXXED is designed to find the root cause of your pain — not just manage symptoms. We treat the full spectrum of running-related and sports injuries so you can train smarter and recover faster.
Lower extremity: Runner's knee (patellofemoral pain), IT band syndrome, plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinopathy, shin splints, ankle sprains, hamstring strains, hip impingement, and labral tears
Spine and upper body: Low back pain, sciatica, neck pain, shoulder impingement, rotator cuff injuries, tennis/golfer's elbow, and carpal tunnel
Performance and recovery: ACL rehabilitation, prehab and injury prevention, return-to-sport and return-to-running progressions, and overuse injury management
353 Five-Star Reviews — Here's What They Say
Meet the Clinicians Behind Wakefield's Top-Rated Running Physical Therapy Studio
One-on-one care from licensed experts who are athletes, parents, and people — just like you.
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Ariel
Doctor of Physical Therapy, Founder
Ariel graduated from Northeastern University in 2016 with her doctorate in physical therapy. She founded FIXXED Studios with a vision to make recovery fast, convenient, and accessible to everyone. Her approach combines performance-based therapy with proven manual techniques to help athletes and active individuals achieve their highest physical potential.
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Elise
Co-Founder
A former collegiate basketball player, Elise brings an athlete's perspective to the FIXXED experience. She understands what it takes to push through pain, recover smart, and come back stronger. As co-founder and operator of five fitness studios including Sweatfixx, she's built a career around helping people move better and feel their best.
Find FIXXED in Wakefield, MA
ariel@fixxedstudios.com
(351) 209-6126
387 Lowell Street, Wakefield, MA 01880
Convenient location with flexible hours to fit your schedule
Just 4 minutes from Downtown Wakefield (15 Lafayette St) via Salem St and Vernon St — 1.3 miles to 387 Lowell St. Head west on Lafayette St, turn right onto Church St, continue onto Salem St, then straight onto Vernon St to arrive at FIXXED.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a doctor's referral to book at FIXXED?
No referral needed. FIXXED is a direct-access, cash-based clinic — you can book your first session online today without a physician's order. Same-day appointments are often available.
Do you accept insurance?
We are a cash-based practice and do not bill insurance directly. This means no prior authorizations, no limited visits, and no sharing your session time with three other patients. Many clients find their FSA or HSA covers sessions — we're happy to provide a superbill upon request.
How long are sessions and what does my first visit cost?
All physical therapy sessions are a full 60 minutes, one-on-one with your clinician. Your first session is $49. We also offer a free 20-minute phone consultation so you can ask questions and make sure FIXXED is the right fit before you commit.
Still have questions?
Contact us directly at (351) 209-6126 or info@fixxedstudios.com