PT, DPT, CSCS, Cert DN
Anderson Russell
Physical Therapist · Sports Rehabilitation
Licensed DPT and former NFL athlete combining high-level sport experience with evidence-based rehab for durable return to performance.
About Anderson
Hometown
Atlanta, Georgia
Education
- Doctor of Physical Therapy
University of Miami · 2020
Experience
- •Standout football career at The Ohio State University (2005-2009)
- •Five-year NFL career with Washington, Miami Dolphins, and Carolina Panthers
- •Sports-based return-to-play rehabilitation with emphasis on post-operative ACL recovery
Specialties & Focus Areas
Anderson's approach is built around these core areas of expertise to deliver measurable results.
Return-to-play rehab
Post-operative ACL recovery
Client-centered treatment planning
Credentials & Certifications
Credentials
Certifications
- Dry Needling
- CSCS
Where to Find Anderson
Book a session at any of our locations across South Florida.
Flagship Clinic
5840 SW 68th St, South Miami, FL 33143
Wynwood Studio
Wynwood, Miami, FL
Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Insights from Anderson
Expert perspectives on rehab, training, and performance — straight from the clinic.
football rehabComeback Plan: Football Rehab in Miami
Football rehab in Miami requires more than getting cleared. Here is a phased comeback plan for strength, speed, and contact readiness after injury.
7 min read
meniscus surgeryMeniscus Surgery Recovery: Return to Cutting Sports
Meniscus surgery recovery timelines vary by procedure. Learn how to rebuild strength and return to cutting sports without rushing clearance.
8 min read
physical therapyStrength-Based PT: What to Expect in Your First 4 Sessions
Strength-based physical therapy looks different from traditional PT. Here is what happens in your first four sessions and why loading starts early.
6 min read
ankle sprainWhy Ankle Sprains 'Never Heal' (And How to Fix the Root Problem)
Chronic ankle instability is usually a strength and control problem—not bad luck. Learn why sprains keep coming back and how to fix the root cause.
8 min read
patellar tendonPatellar Tendon Pain in Jumpers: A Rehab Plan That Works
Jumper's knee is a load problem, not a rest problem. Learn how to manage patellar tendon pain with progressive loading and return to jumping safely.
8 min read
post-op rehabPost-Op Rehab Mistakes That Delay Your Comeback
The wrong post-op habits can add months to your recovery. Learn the rehab mistakes athletes make after surgery—and what to do instead.
8 min read
speed trainingHow to Regain Speed After Injury: A Sprint and Strength Plan
Speed does not come back from rest alone. Learn how to rebuild sprint mechanics, strength, and power after injury without rushing the process.
8 min read
return to playReturn-to-Play Testing: The Metrics We Use Before Clearing You
Return-to-play clearance should be based on metrics, not hope. Learn the strength, hop, and movement tests we use before sending athletes back to sport.
7 min read
knee instabilityWhy Your 'Healed' Knee Still Feels Unstable
A cleared knee can still feel unstable. Learn why strength, control, and confidence—not just time—determine whether your knee feels trustworthy again.
7 min read
ACL surgeryKnee Pain After ACL Surgery: 7 Common Causes and Fixes
Persistent knee pain after ACL surgery is common and usually fixable. Learn the seven most common causes and what to do instead of hoping time alone solves it.
8 min read
dry needlingDry Needling for Athletes: When It Helps (and When It's a Waste)
Dry needling isn't a shortcut—it's a precision tool to clear the path for loading. Learn when it fits your plan of care and when you're just wasting your time.
9 min read
ACLACL Rehab Timeline: What 'Return to Sport' Really Requires (Not Just Time)
The ACL return to sport timeline is not just an arbitrary timeline on a calendar. Discover the core criteria—strength, stability, and load capacity—that prove you are actually ready.
8 min read
Ready to Work with Anderson?
Take the first step toward recovery, performance, or your next level. Start your personalized performance plan today.