Wow. Ron Gallagher at Maximum Velocity is the secret "health" sauce more people need to know about! I've been a nurse for over 20 years, and I have a PhD in Nursing, so I love evidence-based practices. But let's be real--no doctor or therapist has all the answers. Their knowledge is limited by their training, research, and hands-on experience. I should've gone to Ron sooner. I had four very active friends get "fixed" by him after being told to just rest by multiple physicians--lower back pain, slipped discs, bone spurs (osteophytes), plantar fasciitis--you name it. But because he doesn't take insurance, I hesitated. Big mistake. I love running and have been doing lifting group classes for years. Over the last five years, I've dealt with tenosynovitis in my foot, lateral hip pain (trochanteric bursitis), and lower back pain. I chalked it all up to aging and having four kids. I also had frequent urination after having my kids, but I figured that was just part of life after childbirth. Wrong. When I saw Ron, he educated me--he told me there are four levels of training to get the maximum health effect, and most people skip levels without building a proper foundation. That was me. My weak pelvic floor was a major contributor to my hip and lower back pain, and I had no idea. Ron explained that there's little to no treatment for women who've had episiotomies, and a lot of my issues stemmed from not strengthening my pelvic floor properly. What?! Then January hit. I went back to the gym after a month off, had a back day in class, and my lower back killed me afterward. I saw a couple of healthcare providers and was diagnosed with an SI sprain. Again, I was told to rest. I did. After a month, I tried Pilates and yoga. Every time I stretched, it made things worse. Another month passed, and I realized--here we go again, another five months to recover. I was miserable. Sleeping, standing, even walking was a struggle. Finally, I caved and saw Ron. And wow. He spent an hour assessing me, asking about my history, and getting to the root of my problem. I was blown away by how much he knew. Turns out, I kept stretching a weak back when what I really needed was to strengthen it. The exercises he gave me to rebuild my pelvic floor first (before even touching my back and hips) made ALL the difference. Not only does my body feel stronger, but my frequent urination has improved so quickly. Ron explained everything, drew pictures, and helped me understand exactly what was going on with my body. And as a nurse educator, I eat that stuff up. Don't just tell me what to do--teach me the why. Ron promised I'd be back in the gym and running in three weeks. I thought, no way. But here I am, week three--I've already gone on a short run, and I feel amazing. My back feels ten years younger. He also pinpointed why I kept having issues with my left hip and foot. He knows his stuff. He's confident in what he does. Honestly, he's a miracle worker--the kind that saves you from surgery and gives you years back on your body. He's worth every cent. Think about the copays for surgery or the misery of feeling like your body is just breaking down. Forget that. Go see Ron. He WILL fix you. His home exercises, including warm-ups (which, turns out, I was doing all wrong), have completely changed my recovery. I've never bounced back from an injury this fast. Oh, and he helped my friend's teenage daughter too--an elite soccer player who kept having hip issues. As soon as she started strength training with Ron, her pain disappeared. Ron will get you straight and fix you quick. If you're struggling with injuries, stop wasting time. Go see him. read more

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I can't say enough good things about Ron and Maximum Velocity. I'm a runner and had been plagued by injuries. I tried everything but nothing was helping and I was close to giving up. I am so grateful I found Ron before I quit. He is an amazing PT and quickly figured out what was going on, gave me a plan to fix it, and now I am back to running, stronger than ever, and feeling amazing. If you are struggling with any kind of injury, come to Ron you won't regret it! He also happens to be an incredibly kind and caring person, and he has the cutest dog ever who hangs out and makes all your workouts better :) read more

I injured myself running and went to a doctor who was very pushy on diagnosing a sprain. I eventually admitted I tripped three runs ago and that was my diagnosis, I was handed a wrap for my foot, some pain meds and sent on my way. One evaluation with Ron and he showed me exactly what the problem was, how my running and training had lead to that injury and we had a plan to recover and repair. It took a couple months to heal, but as I healed Ron showed me how to properly train, and after 20 years of running I finally feel like I know how to run. read more

My daughter has been dealing with groin pain caused by martial arts training. We consulted doctors and chiropractors, but even with their help, the pain persisted. Thankfully, I found Ron from Maximum Velocity and booked an appointment right away. She's only on her fourth session, and the pain is almost completely gone. We're incredibly lucky to have found Ron--not only did he help relieve her pain, but he also helped her return to training stronger than ever. read more

Maximum Velocity Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy Near Me - Las Vegas, Nevada

I can't recommend Ron more. I My running career has been sidelined with IT band pain and hip pain for the last 5 years. After eight sessions with Ron, I was running again pain free. Most importantly, Ron set me up with an aftercare plan and warm-up exercises. This insured I remained pain and injury-free. Last night I finished the 2024 rock and roll half marathon. This simply wouldn't have been possible without Ron. Good environment, no pressure. read more

DON'T WASTE YOUR TIME AT OTHER CLINICS AND DON'T GET A SURGERY UNTIL YOU SEE RON. Ron's clinic is a walking laboratory of people who had injuries that have tried everything else and have recovered. Many so called solutions just help temporarily and do not address the root cause of your injuries. These fixes are driven by insurance companies who do not charge for strength exercises to fix your problem. Many orthopedic surgeons stopped referring pre-op patients to Ron because they no longer need surgery after seeing him! I had tennis and golfers elbow for two years. I tried resting, icing, needling, watched every YouTube PT video and had multiple physical therapy sessions at highly rated places in town. Some of these helped in the very short term, but my pain always returned. My sons are travel hockey players and had groin issues. Ron was recommended by a medical professional/hockey dad. He said Ron would fix me and my kids in two weeks. I was slightly skeptical but willing to try anything, so we went to Maximum Velocity PT. Maximum Velocity looks like a PT clinic and CrossFit gym had a baby. It has a great vibe with awesome music and friendly people. Lots of athletes and people of all ages. It is a very welcoming environment even if you have never been in a a gym. Ron does a thorough eval. He quickly realized deficiencies in strength in my rotator cuff that was manifesting in my elbow. Through a series of targeted strength exercises my nagging injury was solved in.........TWO WEEKS! My kids persistent groin injury was also eliminated. Fast forward a year, our entire family works out at Maximum Velocity PT. My son's strength and conditioning program has elevated them to top teams in town. Meteoric rise and I credit Ron. Their groin issues never returned. My tennis elbow is gone. Ron works with elite athletes (including world class triathletes) and people wanting to stay healthy and active. I consider his workouts and philosophy as the main reason that I will have an active life moving forward. I have been unable to run much longer than a mile due to knee issues and just thought I could never run. I've increased my strength greatly in one year and I anticipate entering triathlons. Stop thinking you are too old or too injured to return to the activities you love. Once you are past the injury prevention part, Ron has the performance and strength background to get you and your kids to an elite athletic level with science based programming. He is a GAME CHANGER. read more

Neck injury, I went from a 10 out of 10 pain level, 100% of the time with numbness and weakness in my dominant hand in early February 23'. And I had little to no hope. As of May 23', I sit with a 0 out of 10 pain level, 100% of the time with full feeling in my dominant hand. Still working on the strength but it's coming and will be back soon, based on my effort level. On top of fixing my horrific injury that I wouldn't wish on anybody, Ron showed me how to strengthen my body on a whole new level to avoid future injury and relieve pain that has always haunted me. All of the important places where I was the weakest in, my posterior chain. I can't say enough about Ron and his team at MVPT. They are all so good, even the interns. Life changing, thank you coach for fixing my body and educating me. read more

If you need a physical therapist Ron, Derrick, and Kirsten are the best. I had a recurring hamstring and back injury for several years. I went to a different physical therapist back in 2019 who got me better enough to be able to run a little. But the injuries kept coming back, despite religiously doing all the exercise and warmups they had given me Maximum Velocity got the underlying injury rehabbed and started me on strength training to prevent being re-injured. In a very short time they had me back to running 25 miles/week and doing some speed work, with no pain or injuries. It was over 3 years since the last time I could do that. They really know what they are doing. And when you work with them for pt or strength training, you work directly with a physical therapist every visit. They don't hand you off to someone that is more of a personal trainer like many other places do. They are really dedicated to getting you back to doing the activities you enjoy and giving you the tools to prevent being reinjured. read more

This will be long, but I feel it's important to know why Ron & his staff is the best in Las Vegas. Back in May, I was in agony. I was in excrutiating pain, and nothing was helping. Doctors were baffled. The pain was in my back/butt/hip, going down my leg, to the point where I could not even sit up, let alone walk. I went to pain management, saw several doctors, and instead of getting better I was getting worse. I couldn't function. I couldn't sit at the table to eat dinner. I couldn't even sit on the couch and watch TV with my kids. The only relief I got was laying flat on my back. This went on for a month. I had many medical issues over the last few years, and this was something new that began on top of everything else. It was torture. Here's what I tried before going to Maximum Velocity: 1. Did CT and MRI. According to the docs, there was nothing alarming. It did mention some bulging discs, which is why we tried some things listed below, but no doctors saw anything too bad. 2. Injections to SI - first one worked for 2 days, second and third did nothing 3. Injections to L2,L3,L4,L5 - none of those did anything 4. Nerve blocks to periformis muscle. The first seemed to help a bit for a few hours, the second didn't. 5. Was in the hospital 3 days - that was useless. They just gave me pain meds but refused a consult to anyone to actually solve and find the source. 6. Lots of very strong pain meds - they don't touch the pain 7. Steroids - didn't help 8. Chiropractor - didn't help 9. Massage therapist - helped a little, but didn't last 10. Acupuncture - didn't help 11. TENS unit - this is the only thing that did help a little, but not enough to enable me to function 12. Massage gun - helped a tad when it was bad, but also not enough 13. Neurologist. Had no idea what it was, and just suggested nerve testing, which was scheduled a month away. 14. Stretching - looked on YouTube and tried a few things, but I didn't really know what to follow because I didn't know the source of the problem. In desperation, my wife posted on a healthcare Facebook group asking for help. Many people responded with suggestions and things to try.... ONLY 1 person physically called us and said "I'm a physical therapist, I'm not conventional and I don't take insurance, but I think I can help". This was on a Friday, I'll never forget that. Ron came in an hour earlier than usual that following Monday in order to meet me. He did a full evaluation - asked many questions, did a full history, and examined me. Within 2 weeks of seeing him, I was functional. Let me be crystal clear, I was not 100% and I was not out of the woods, but I was able for the first time in WEEKS to get around, stand, and sit without excrutiating pain. I got progressively better over time and am now doing a strengthening program and functioning normally. After seeing all those doctors, and trying so many things, Ron is the only one who was able to help. So if you want results and are willing to put in the work, then there is no better place in Las Vegas. Ron at Maximum Velocity is the place you need to go. read more

Ron Gallagher is the BEST of the BEST. This is the place you want to do your PT workouts. His knowledge of the PT process has helped my son throughout his high school & college years. Ron knows his stuff! He is always direct, friendly & professional. We really appreciate ALL that Ron Gallagher has done for our son. Ron is an awesome dude! read more

I've always been very active but have been dealing with knee discomfort for the last few years; and just always managed to "push through it" during physical activity. The pain intensified and also moved into my hip with the start of quarantine while increasing my running mileage and so I finally found Ron out of desperation. After only 3 weeks of working with him I'm already a faster runner, stronger lifter; and most importantly; spend my days pain free. It has been a long journey of unsuccessful treatment including cortisone injections, traditional PT, acupuncture, massage, chiropractic stretching, SMR, ice... you name it. All of these methods only brought about temporary relief but after my time at Maximum Velocity I finally feel as though I'm on the permanent path to healing and am now equipped with the tools and knowledge to also become a better athlete. Thank you Ron- you're a LIFFESAVER! read more

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Amazing! Went in for severe ball of foot pain and literally left my first appointment feeling so much better. My pain had been there for 3 months and I couldn't believe after one visit how much it went down and stayed down till this day (one week later). He did a gait analysis because I'm a runner and discovered some things wrong there that contributed to the pain, as well as helped me pick adequate running shoes and discovered some issues stemming from my spine mobility that was contributing. I took out all my shoe inserts and am amazed how easy it is to walk again after so many months. Best part is I was told to NOT stop running everyday, just change the way I run. Such a blessing in my life I highly recommend this place! -Andrea Dawson, runner, tennis player read more

Ron is an amazing physical therapist. As an active 25 year old, it was so challenging when I was hardly able to walk due to pain in my knee and hip. I have had 3 knee surgeries and was going to go in for another exploratory one (before meeting Ron) because we could not figure out where the pain was coming from. I had also tried hyaluronic acid injections in my knee to reduce the pain, but was finally referred to Ron by my doctor after nothing else helped. After a thorough evaluation, Ron discovered that I was compensating for the pain by trying to walk/move in a manner that caused more inflammation and pain. Our alignment and movements impact how our body feels and works, so walking, squatting, and running appropriately and correctly is extremely important. Ron goes back to the basics and provides you with a strong foundation! He will provide you with the tools, but you have to be willing to put in the work. You have to do your exercises at home and must work hard during sessions. I saw results and was back to walking, squatting, and running in no time . If you are having pain somewhere and want to get to the root cause/figure out where the pain is coming from, I'd definitely recommend Ron. read more

Hands down the best Physical Therapy in town!!!!! "Cory is a professional, knowledgeable and a gifted Physical Therapist. He is always able to pinpoint the exact location to be worked on. He is attentive to you while you are doing your exercises to make sure that you are doing it correctly and it is encouraging throughout. He has helped my son come this far and I am thankful for this. We started seeing Cory because my son wanted to get stronger before his first high school baseball season. They start doing a full evaluation of the body to know what are the areas it needs most work. A program it's design to be specific for the athlete/patient. In addition, we feel safe going in there, it is always clean and they make sure everything it's sanitize before we use the equipment. read more

I came to Ron at Maximum Velocity about 2 months ago, barely able to walk, using a crutch and feeling overwhelmed with pain and failure. Three months had passed since my knee surgery and not only had I not made any progress, I felt like my body was crumbling around me. My other knee felt like it was giving out, my back was in constant pain, and the post-op knee was weak, bent and swollen. In short, I was desperate. I was back in the United States for just a few months before having to return overseas where physical therapy options were very limited. Meanwhile, I wondered if I would ever walk normally again and if the summer was even enough time to make a dent in my recovery. Fast forward to the present day, I haven't used a crutch to walk in weeks. I can walk up and down stairs, do squats, and have experienced a metamorphous of healing physically and mentally that I never thought possible in such a short time. My life has changed from feeling broken and hopeless to feeling strong and optimistic. One of the most important aspects of my time with Ron has been education. Ron has taught me how to interpret, categorize and address my body's movement and its relationship with pain. Without this, I think I would still be sitting with my icepacks and TENS machine waiting for the pain to get better. I am so grateful to Ron for everything. Words seem grossly inadequate, but Ron saved me, and if there is anyone out there who is feeling like they are out of options this is the place for you. There are many reviewers on here who are athletes for whom Ron has helped, but I wanted to write a review specifically for that person who might be feeling intimidated; wondering if this place is only for super athletes. I remember looking at much of the sports related information and thinking, "I'm I the sort of person that belongs in a place like this?" I worried that I might be too broken or not athletic enough to feel comfortable. I am so glad that I didn't listen to my fears and I found enough courage to walk through the doors because once I did, I realized that my concerns were completely unfounded. I have always felt comfortable here. I call Ron "The calm dad" he has a very serene exterior, but he's going to expect that you push yourself to your full potential, whatever that may be for you as an individual. I'm deeply grateful that a place like Maximum Velocity exists and that Ron has created a place of healing and strength for all. He completely changed the way I understand my body and I have achieved more movement and strength than I have had in a decade. read more

Hello! I'm a cross country runner & it being my first year I injured myself greatly - giving me a limp for the longest time. I even took a break off the season! But when I came to Ron after being recommended by my mom's coworker, just after 2 sessions, my limp was completely gone & my stride significantly improved. I did better at practice & at my races! Would HIGHLY recommend this place for runners or any athlete involved in any very active sports. Not only will Ron be able to fix any problem, pain, or restriction for your body, but he will also help you improve your actions with tips! The environment is great & gives off good vibes! If you're looking to get better quickly, this is the place! read more

Ron is an excellent pt. I came to him after unsuccessfully trying several different doctors and pt's. Not only did he help me with my back injury but he educated me to keep me strong so I don't have to go back. Ron understands athletes and is committed to getting them healthy and strong. read more

Going to see Ron now for only four weeks with a five year old neck and shoulder injury, have been through the mill with conveyer belt text book therapists, using passive modalities, he is one on one, rare to find in this town , he listens to you, and tries to get to the root of the problem. I travel 60 mile round trip. So worth it, he is your guy if you need help with a chronic injury, mine will take a while, but feel good at last with the best of the best, I will keep this post updated on my progression, so far so good. By the way I don't post reviews, but I had to on this after the years it took to find this guy... B.Newman read more

I came into see Ron as a first time physical therapy patient for neck stiffness and pain from improper lifting technique. Ron was fantastic, he broke down in detail what my issues stemmed from, how I can prevent the injury in the future and then how to move forward further strengthening areas that had been neglected. My entire experience was great and I would highly recommend going to see Ron for any form of physical therapy. read more

I am 50 i've run a marathon and a few ragnar's but haven't formally trained for any runs. i signed up for a 50k next spring as a celebration of my age and thought i should get some instruction. They have taught/shown me new techniques that began helping me run longer and more efficiently. The exercises they are teaching me are definitely having the intended effect. I am less worried about running the 50k now. read more

I started seeing Ron after I injured my foot, yet again, participating in a triathlon. After seeing my doctor I was diagnosed with ruptured tendons in it and he wanted to do surgery to fix them. This would have been surgery #6 on my feet and the 4th one on this foot alone. After my initial consultation with Ron I was convinced that I could get through this injury without having to have surgery. After evaluating the way I walked, my hip strength, and my single leg squats, he came up with a plan that addressed not only my foot injury but also my improper biomechanics that lead to the injury. I started working on strength exercises that day. I saw Ron twice a week for about 2 months before I was able to continue my plan on my own. I went into my eval having pain with walking and just finished a 5k about 30 seconds off of my PR. Ron treats the body chain and not just the injury. This helps address other imbalances that may have contributed to the injury. He is able to do this by working for "himself" and not the insurance company. Anyone who doesn't want to be limited by what their insurance company decides to be the best, should go see Ron to get the best treatment and plan for them! read more

Ron is simply great. His unconventional approach to physical therapy is every bit worthy of the name of his practice. I came to him with shoulder issues brought on originally by swimming that I had been trying to get rid of unsuccessfully for the better part of the last 15 years! I had seen PT's and doctors with no results (unless re-injuring your patient with the wrong, run-of-the-mill type exercise/stretch program counts). Ron evaluated me and determined the issue to be rotator cuff weakness as well as all around stiffness. His patience and devotion to educate his patient is unheard of in my experience. He devised a program for my recovery that included sessions at the clinic and daily homework, and we went to work right away. So far, I have seen him three times at the clinic and have been doing my daily assignments for the last 11 days and the improvements are unbelievable: improved range of motion and strength, and most importantly, the very movements that would hurt and re-injure me through the years are already possible without pain! My therapy program is spot on, and is "personalized" for the specific issues I have. Ron is very careful not to hurt you while at the same time he does not shy away from pushing you to the limit to ensure minimum recovery time with maximum results. So far my expectations are blown and I cannot praise him enough: at the age of 46, I would not have believed such results were possible in less than two weeks! read more

We first met Ron after we had just moved to Vegas and joined our local Triathlon Club. MVPT is a sponsor and he is a staff therapist for the club. He holds clinics to educate us on the sport and how our bodies work. It was clear from the beginning that he is passionate about sports, the body and proper mechanics. He has taught us so much. Even when I was pregnant he would send me articles on the latest research regarding triathlon and pregnancy. He is always up to date on the latest techniques, is an amazing educator and makes time for his clients. We can't say enough great things about him!!! read more

I highly recommend Ron at Maximum Velocity. Came in with an injured hamstring that I thought was a partial tear. After a quick exam he determined that it was a strain. He put me through some workouts to strengthen it and assigned some homework. Less than 24 hours later and I'm feeling way more confident in my leg. Ron is a true professional with the heart of a teacher. I highly recommend him. read more

Ron is like no other! If I could give him 10 stars, I would. I have never met a Physical Therapist that is so dedicated to his patients and loves what he does that much. He truly wants people to get back to life! I followed him from his previous location to his new place that he owns and operates. First and foremost Ron listens to you, genuinely cares and then takes his time to explain and educate. He is a physical therapist who goes above and beyond and inspires you to get better. He is as much of a physical therapist as he is a psychotherapist. Pain and disability are not only physically challenging but can also be emotionally crippling. Ron addresses all of the aspects of your injury both physically and emotionally which is key since You the injured one has to believe in yourself once again and do the work to get better and to maintain that improvement. He arms you with everything you need. He doesn't get scared off if you've had major orthopedic surgeries. He helped me regain confidence in my body after 4 major surgeries. Before I met Ron I had seen a handful of physical therapists and got sick of them telling me to rest, slow down, brace, immobilize, ice, heat, US, massage and stretch, etc. They rarely put much of the emphasis on the most important part! The strengthening!!! Most of the time in physical therapy would be spent between heat and US, interferential and ice with maybe 10-15 min spent on strengthening. Nobody explained to me that pain is weakness! Another problem I saw with many of the other PTs was that they did not take the time to listen. They treated me based on the surgery I had and gave me the same protocol everyone else having had that same surgery was given which is why I did not get better and continued to have surgery after surgery, etc. It's a delicate and fine line after injury or surgery and you need to have the proper guidance for success. If you don't then you are stuck in a viscous cycle of pain, weakness and disability that so many people get stuck in (myself included for many years). It's so important to have the proper guidance. When to push, when to back off, when and how to progress. Ron will surely show you the way. If you want to get up and move and start living and enjoying an active life again go see Ron! I had 3 surgeries on the same hip and 1 shoulder surgery and a severe ankle injury before I met Ron. I went from being a Salsa dancer, runner, downhill Black diamond skier and tennis player to an injured, weak even at times disabled person. Now, after working with Ron, I am doing swats with up to 75 lbs. I'm doing 20 lb lunges, push ups, jumps and most importantly I'm back to dancing Salsa again. I never thought that I could live an active life again but Ron made me believe it and helped make it a reality. I have seen elderly patients come into his clinic in wheelchairs and walk out of there briskly after some time. I came into his clinic barely walking with a walker and 5 weeks later was walking again unassisted. Don't let the fact that he does not take Insurance deter you. It's worth every penny. Actually he is worth much more than what he charges. Usually an Insurance Copay costs $35-$60 per visit anyway and you see the therapist for maybe 10 min. Then you have a PT tech the rest of the time and usually a different one every time. With Ron you get him personally for the entire Appt. Knowing what I know now I would have even gone to see him when I was younger, healthy before all of my injuries for preventative purposes to ask how to train properly, to run properly, etc. to prevent injury. There are no words to describe Ron and his talent for getting patients back to enjoying their favorite physical activities! He is simply the most amazing physical therapist I have ever met, and believe me, I have met many. He single-handedly was able to progress me from barely walking with the use of a walker and in tons of pain after hip surgery and serious ankle injury to being able to dance Salsa once again. If you routinely work out at the gym, are an athlete, dancer, runner or just an active person in general and become injured to where you are unable to enjoy what you love doing most or are in pain all of the time then you must go see him! I have the utmost faith, respect and trust in Ron because I thought that I would never walk again without the help of a walker, let alone dance. Thank you Ron!!! read more

After dislocating my elbow I was in a lot of pain and could barely extend my arm. When I made my first consultation he was incredibly understanding and respectful of my privacy and circumstances. He was straightforward and honest about what we could and couldn't do. Over my six week period of physical therapy he was motivating, positive, and incredibly patient. I am incredibly happy and grateful to say that after my time working with Ron I am able to fully extend my arm and I am back to normal mobility. If you want to work with some that will under-promise and over deliver Ron is your guy!!! read more

Ron is amazing! I went in for a hamstring strain while training for a full marathon. He was highly recommended by many runners. He was very informative and answered all my questions. He did an evaluation of me and recorded my running on the treadmill. Suggested a slight correction in my running form and a few days later my 18 mile long run went off without a hitch! I would most definitely recommend Ron even if you don't have an injury he can help you with strength and form and just become an overall better runner. I'm so glad I went in! read more

Ron is awesome! Under his guidance, I overcame an injury that plagued my running for over a year. After working with Ron as a PT/coach for just a few months, I ran a 10k in 40:49, which is a PR, and a half marathon in 1:30.52, which is right on my PR. These results are huge for me! I used to think that my fastest days were behind me, but I no longer believe that at all. When I first contacted Ron, I had been battling a hip/back injury for over a year. This injury caused me to limp (literally) the last four miles of a half marathon. Afterward, I couldn't run more than five miles without significant discomfort, and I had a dull ache in my lower back that was constantly present in my daily life. This went on for months. I tried all the usual things: Ice, foam roller, stretching, a chiropractor, and diagnosing myself on WebMD. None of this worked. I finally broke down and asked my PCP for a referral to a physical therapist. However, when I went in for my appointment, the physical therapist told me flat-out that there wasn't anything he could do to help me because I was "already pretty fit." After some Googling, I came across Maximum Velocity Physical Therapy. I was intrigued because Ron describes himself as running/triathlon focused, which is EXACTLY what I wanted. I sent him kind of a crazy, desperate email, and he replied back within hours. My immediate impression was that I'd be in good hands with Ron, and that impression turned out to be 100% correct. During my first appointment, Ron identified several weaknesses that he thought were contributing to my injury. He prescribed some strengthening exercises and told me that I'd be running pain-free in no time. Frankly, I did not believe him. How could I overcome a year-long injury so quickly? But it turns out he was right. After several weeks of working with Ron, I was able to run long and hard again. And equally amazing--that dull ache in my back finally went away. Thank goodness! Several attributes set Ron apart from other physical therapists I have encountered: He is relentlessly positive, has a passion for educating his clients/athletes, and genuinely cares. Plus, he knows how to work with runners and triathletes, which is a rare find. These attributes also happen to make him a great coach. I had a fantastic time working with Ron during my last training cycle, and I'm looking forward to working him in the future. This is not a decision I take lightly; I'm very serious about my training and racing, so it's a big deal to have a coach I trust. In short: Ron has my highest recommendation. Go see him if you have a stubborn injury, and go see him if you want to get faster! read more

I first met Ron Gallagher in 2013 when I started having problems with my left hip. At that time I was 37 and have already had labral surgery on right hip in 2012. I'm extremely active, ex competitive lightweight fitness girl who was competing at the national level. In addition, I am a Board Certified Physician Assistant, practicing medicine for the past 12 years. Little did I know that the two previous PT that I had seen post surgery did not help me progress back to normal. You see, as they looked at me, they saw a fit person who "knew what she was doing." Yes, I know how to workout, for the most part have practiced proper body functions & mechanics, and get myself at the most leanest levels a stage can honor. BUT, I did not have the tools or knowledge on how to properly rehab myself back to normal. I was discharged by PT when I was about 85% better (twice)!!! Why didn't I say anything about this? To be frank, I was left believing this is as good as it gets! Pretty depressing for a very active female who no longer could squat, run , perform impact workouts and even wear most high heels!!! So when my doc ordered PT with the new onset left hip pain, I thought, "great, another PT!" My first day with Ron, I'm sure that he could tell I was wearing that attitude on my sleeves. He sat down and begin taking a thorough history. He also video taped me performing certain exercises and movements. He then literally took a dry erase board and began explaining my problem to me. I could see how committed he was in helping me, and for the first time, someone gave me hope that I will be back to performing all the previous workouts I had stopped doing for the past few years. I left that visit feeling good and stayed compliant with the routine. In about 6 weeks I was doing all the things he had said I would do! The first day I ran again, I almost cried! That same month I went to Hawaii and climbed the stairway to heaven, a steep vertical climb that I never would have attempted if it had not been for Rons passion in helping me!!! Since then, I have seen him for a hamstring issue, for my neck and now currently being treated by him for knee pain. I actually trust him to diagnose me moreso than most physicians I've seen, and he is absolutely the first petson I contacted when my knee started hurting last week. He loves what he does, and it shows. What's that saying, "when you love what you do it's not considered work, but a passion." That's what I think of with Ron and his desire to help others better themselves. He is the best!!!! read more

Ron has been amazing for our whole family. My wife and son especially both had problems that they'd struggled with for multiple years (and advice like "just stop running" from doctors). Ron has my wife healing herself and getting back on the road running where she loves to be. For my son he helped idenitfy the mechanics of why he was hurting and helped me son really understand the 'why' first, then worked at his level to get him strength where he needed it. I cannot say enough good things, it has been a game changer for them both!!! read more

I would highly recommend Maximum Velocity! Ron was so thorough in finding out what was causing my injury and the best way for it to heal.. I was in constant pain (shoulder) for 4 months and after 3 weeks of physical therapy, I am completely pain free! I am back to doing CrossFit and have gotten stronger since my therapy. read more

If I could give Ron 10 stars, I would. When I first met him a couple of years ago, I was not able to run without calf compression sleeves, and a distance of no more than 3 miles. Ron helped to get me out of compression sleeves & said he would have me running SIX miles within two weeks. Admittedly, I was not a believer. For years I had run 3 to 3.75 miles with terrible shin splints for the majority of the run, to the point that I could run no more than 3.75 miles. Two weeks after seeing Ron, not only was I running SIX miles, I was doing so without calf compression sleeves AND I began training for my first half marathon! Ron is TRULY amazing. Approximately 6 months ago I had foot issues. My foot pain was so severe that I would literally be hobbling halfway through a run. My ankles felt like they were going to explode. In a moment of stupidity, I saw another PT, who was less supportive of running, and stated, "You only have so many miles in your body (whatever that means)". He also suggested running on absolutely flat surfaces, wearing orthotics in my running & everyday shoes, and stop wearing sandals & flats. I thought an electric wheelchair was in my future. I also visited a Foot & Ankle specialist who suggested I stop running, and "Bike or swim instead". I find both of those activities dreadfully boring. My husband suggested I visit Ron, as he was able to help me in the past. Once again, Ron pulled me from the depths of despair :-) and made me believe in myself and my ability to run. I'm back running with absolutely NO ISSUES, NO RESTRICTIONS, NO ORTHOTICS, and training for upcoming races. NO ISSUES AT ALL. I am planning to arrange for training classes with Ron so that he can continue to support me in my running career. If you want expertise & support with running - see Ron. If you want to hear run-bashing and no appreciation for your love of running - see everyone else. read more

Ron rocks! I visited Maximum Velocity proactively because I hadn't trained as much as I should have for an upcoming half-marathon. He gave me some running form tips to help minimize soreness and make me a more efficient runner. I made it through the races just fine! I'm continuing to visit so Ron can help me with strength training exercises to be a better runner. So far so great! read more

Forgive the novel...Had somebody told me I would be a different person when I walked out of Maximum Velocity, I would not have believed them. Hearing Ron talk about athletics previously at a triathlon seminar, I knew that he had a great deal of knowledge. A triathlete acquaintance had also gone to him and continues to do so with great success. I went in originally to see if Ron could assist me with my running. I love athletic events, especially OCR's but decided to try triathlons. I hate running. My body was giving me issues and I hit a wall. My body would no longer comply with my training, and I was close to giving up. Instead I took one more chance to see if I could excel and figure out what I was doing wrong. After all, running is required for all of my events. Why run from it? No pun intended. What Ron did for me, no other professional has been able to do or help give me answers. I went in to get answers regarding running. He is doing that. Each week, I am progressively getting stronger and faster. Beyond that, he is helping me rid me of my chronic headaches. I've had a daily headache for 15 years. This was my life. This impacted my training and every aspect of my life and not in a good way. Doctors wanted to give me meds and put me on disability. As we talked, Ron figured out what could be causing them and started therapy right away. Each week, I have fewer headaches. Last week I went 5 days straight. It was a body mechanics issue. I have since cried a few times out of joy and relief. Above all else, Ron educates and explains everything throughout the session. I love being so in tune with my body and what it is telling me during my training. My bootcamp trainer and athletic friends are already noticing a difference. It will be exciting to see how I continue to progress as I continue with Maximum Velocity. Going there has been life changing. Worth every penny! Ironman 70.3 here I come! read more

I'm a runner who had been suffering from achilles/calf pain off and on for the past few years so I decided to make a consultation appointment with Ron. He performed a functional exam and also evaluated my gait while I ran on the treadmill. Afterwards he took the time to explain to me what we needed to do so I could run pain free. Over the next couple of weeks, Ron gave me specific exercises to help strengthen and activate my hips/glutes. What I really appreciated from Ron was not only did he patiently answer all my questions but he also gave me the tools so I could become a better and injury-free runner. I am happy to say that I have not had ANY sign of achilles/calf pain since I went to Ron. I highly recommend him, as he and his staff are very professional and friendly! read more

Ron is truly a runner's best friend! What more can you ask for in a physical therapist? Ron is not only a great PT but he has the expertise in running, the passion to make goals a reality and the personal experience of being an athlete himself. I started working with Ron after 2 years of running on and off with ongoing calf pain. I had been running for years without any problems until I was in the middle of my marathon training. My initial injury led me into physical therapy which lasted for months. I was then referred to an orthopedic who told me to either stop running, or if I had to keep running, to run flat. This seemed pretty stupid but I admit I tried it. Well, the calf pain continued. I kept asking lots of questions about why this was happening and did not get any answers. All I heard was stop running. Luckily, I asked the right friend for someone to help me which is how I was referred to Ron. By that time, I could not even run a mile without severe pain. In my initial evaluation, Ron not only found the source of the problem but answered every single question I had (and I had many!!). My calf issue resolved quickly and now Ron is working with me on several upcoming races. He truly listens to what I have to say, develops a plan for me that isn't too crazy but gets me out of my comfort zone just enough to show me that I am capable of more. I can't even count the number of times I said, "What is he thinking?" when looking at my training plan but now I get it. I'm amazed at what I have been able to do in such a short amount of time. I am so grateful for all the education, support and guidance!! I also want to add that Ron is quick to respond, it's easy to get an appointment with him and he takes the time that is needed for you. read more

I saw such improvement in my knee with Ron after having a really rough surgery, that I followed him from his previous place of employment to his own business. I had been in an immobilizer for 6 weeks after surgery and was very down about how long it would take to bounce back, if I even could. This being my second surgery on the same knee, I'd already dealt with my fair share of physical therapists and I could tell right off the bat when I met Ron that I'd struck gold. He listened carefully and adjusted my exercises to fit my specific needs and my goals! I wanted to run and was starting to think I never would--I am running! I am so glad to have found someone in this profession that actually cares about people and refuses to tell them they need to slow down or quite because of problems with their body's! I recommend MVP to anyone who wants to get back to living!! read more

I found Ron randomly since his location is close to where I live, but I would have traveled across town had I known what I was getting into. I've been running for about 18 years and I thought I knew a fair amount about running, stretching and injuries. Why I went to PT: I had been planning to run the Las Vegas Ragnar race and hurt my hamstring about 3-4 weeks prior. I was worried I would have to drop out of the race if my hamstring didn't improve, which is why I sought physical therapy. I found Ron to be very friendly, knowledgeable and professional. He blew my mind with all of the information and method that he used to treat me because it was the exact opposite of what I would have expected. He also told me to not stop with my training runs and he came up with some good strategies for the training and the race. After only 3 sessions, my hamstring felt a lot better and I was able to run Ragnar. I even got a PR on my first downhill leg, and I was able to run without much pain my 2nd and 3rd legs. I would recommend Ron to any runner who has an injury or is looking to learn more about how their body works and what works well with running. Thank you Ron! :) read more

Thank you to Dr Gallegher for helping me with my neck and shoulder. He's AMAZING! I'm almost 100% because of him. Highly recommended!!

Just finished with my first evaluation appointment. It went GREAT! Ron is super friendly and knowledgeable. The facility is very clean and well equipped. Ron educated me on how my improper biomechanics are the root cause of my foot pain. We talked about my history of foot ailments, evaluated my strength levels, worked on some strength exercises, watched a video evaluation of my leg movements and I left with some exercises to do at home until my next appointment. I can't wait to go back and continue on my road to recovery!!! I highly recommend him to anyone who is focused on WELLNESS and staying active and pain free. read more