About Us

The Performance Lab is an all-inclusive model that brings all of the latest technologies for pain relief, wellness, and mobility together under one roof. We specialize in assessing your limitations and creating a custom treatment approach to restore your wellbeing.

Why Choose The Performance Lab?

Whether you’re an athlete, a stay-at-home mom, or anything in between, The Performance Lab services are perfect for everyBODY. From specialized treatment for a variety of conditions and sports-related injuries to golf science, we have 15+ years of experience and are more than equipped to get you moving, performing, and feeling your best!

Highly Trained Therapists

Highly Trained Therapists

All-Inclusive Wellness Model

All-Inclusive Wellness Model

Two Convenient Locations

Two Convenient Locations

Membership Plans Available

Membership Plans Available

Our Story

When Rebecca Lavaway was studying physical therapy as a young woman, she never dreamed she would one day own a thriving physical therapy practice of her own. She began her higher education at the University of Connecticut, where she obtained her Masters of Science in Physical Therapy in 2006. She then continued learning, attending the Ola Grimsby Institute, where she became a Certified Orthopedic Manual Therapist. She also achieved her Orthopedic Clinical Specialty Board Certification (OCS) in 2011 — which is accomplished by less than 1% of physical therapists nationwide. 

Throughout the start of Rebecca’s career in the physical therapy world and her continued education/training, she worked at a larger, corporate physical therapy office. It was after spending time working in the field that she began seeing clients coming for care, but not getting better with the methods being used. This was a catalyst for Rebecca to open up her own physical therapy center and help bridge the gap between traditional physical therapy and true functional rehabilitation. 


Nowadays, Rebecca has grown a team of over 10 like-minded, experienced clinicians spread across two convenient Connecticut locations. Her focus remains on taking a holistic approach to physical therapy and client wellness, which is showcased in her ability to offer not only traditional PT services, but also nutrition counseling, IV therapy, cryotherapy, and more! 

The utilization of hard work, persistence, and determination to accomplish a task that most would see as impossible.

The action of restoring depleted vitamins, minerals, and nutrients to incite a renewed sense of energy, strength, and power.

The process of restoring the body’s optimal state of well-being to create ideal conditions required for peak performance.

The place where science, technology, and knowledge of performance merge to create superior health and wellness.

ONE CARING STAFF, TWO CONVENIENT LOCATIONS & MULTIPLE QUALITY SERVICES

When a new client walks through the door of either our Prospect or West Hartford location, our clinicians have one thought in mind: how can we make this individual feel their best? Whether a client’s goal is to regain strength/heal following an injury or to begin a new fitness regimen that enhances functionality and improves performance, you can expect our team to always begin the process the same way. We take pride in our individualized approach to physical therapy treatment, and that’s why we offer free initial consultations. During our first meeting with you, we like to sit down and discuss your situation and goals, and then we can advise which services and treatments are right to help you meet those needs. 


If you’re looking to schedule a free consultation with The Performance Lab, please contact us today! We can’t wait to start this journey with you. 

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Common Questions

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Meet the Team

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Our Partners
Our Partners

The Performance Lab is proud to be partnered with local clubs, charities, and pro teams in CT!

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Membership Plans

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Hear What Our Happy Clients Say

See what our clients are saying about their experience at The Performance Lab. If you'd like to read more reviews, click the button below!

"I was referred to the Performance Lab by two people for muscle tension, headaches, and arthritic pain. I have a membership for monthly massages and didn't think there would be much of a difference between the two but I was so wrong! Becky, Melissa, and Jordan have all treated me and I can’t say enough about how great they are! The treatment has done wonders for my headaches and I can’t imagine going anywhere else now!"

Lauryn D.

Prospect, CT

"Best place for physical therapy for back issues. My daughter missed a whole year of gymnastics due to back issues and we were recommended to the Performance Lab. She went twice a week for the whole year and was able to compete states, regionals and easterns without doing any meets for the entire year. Thank you Jordan for all that you did to help in getting her where she needed to be to compete."

Josie B.

West Hartford, CT

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