Still Training Through Pain — or Told to Just Rest?

Generic physical therapy treats the symptom. You need a provider who treats the athlete — and gets you back to the activities that matter most.

You're Losing Ground

Every week sidelined is fitness lost, performance regressed, and goals pushed further away. Rest alone rarely fixes the root cause — it just delays the setback.

You're Not Getting Answers

You've been seen, given a generic exercise sheet, and sent home. Nobody has explained why you're hurting or what's actually holding you back from training at full capacity.

You're One Flare-Up Away from Quitting

Recurring pain is demoralizing. If your current care plan isn't raising your capacity above where you were before the injury, you're just waiting for the next breakdown.

Why Valparaiso Athletes Choose BUILT PT

BUILT Physical Therapy & Performance was built for people who refuse to sit on the sidelines. Founded by Valparaiso native Dr. Natalie Roe, DPT, CSCS, every session is one-on-one, 60 minutes, and focused entirely on you — no aides, no crowded gyms, no cookie-cutter programs. This is sports physical therapy in Valparaiso, IN designed to return you to peak performance, not just baseline function.

One-on-one 60-minute sessions with a Doctor of Physical Therapy for your entire plan of care — no aides, no shortcuts
Performance-focused rehab that raises your capacity above baseline, not just back to where you were before pain
24/7 text and email access to Dr. Roe between sessions, plus a free 15-minute phone consult to get started

Getting Started with BUILT PT Is Simple

Step 1: Free 15-Minute Consult

Start with a no-obligation phone consultation. Tell Dr. Roe what's going on, ask your questions, and find out exactly how BUILT PT can help you reach your goals — before you ever book a session.

Step 2: Your Personalized Treatment Plan

At your first session, Dr. Roe conducts a comprehensive evaluation and explains her findings. Together, you'll build a collaborative, evidence-based plan tailored to your body, your sport, and your performance goals.

Step 3: Get Back to What You Love

Train alongside your rehab, not instead of it. With weekly exercises, direct access to Dr. Roe between appointments, and performance-focused programming, you return stronger — and stay that way.

Sports Physical Therapy for Every Injury

From weekend warriors to competitive athletes, BUILT PT treats the full spectrum of sports and orthopedic injuries across the spine, upper body, and lower body. If pain or injury is slowing you down, Dr. Roe identifies the root cause and builds a plan to fix it for good.

Spine & Neck: Low back pain, sciatica, neck pain, mid-back pain, and disc injuries that don't respond to rest
Upper Body: Shoulder pain, rotator cuff tears, tennis elbow, golfer's elbow, wrist pain, and carpal tunnel
Lower Body: ACL injury, runner's knee, IT band syndrome, plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinopathy, and hip impingement

Real Results from Valparaiso Patients

"I would give 20 stars if I could! I started seeing Dr. Roe in July for a large herniated L5S1 disc that just was not getting better. I did 16 weeks of traditional PT. I really did not want surgery or an epidural and I had heard great things about BUILT so I reached out to them. I will forever be grateful to Dr. Roe. I have had 11 sessions and am so much stronger. I have my life back!"

Jenny B.

"Beyond impressed. I came to Dr. Roe with ongoing back pain (about 4 months), thinking it was something I'd just have to live with. With her guidance, I'm now completely pain-free. She gave clear, easy-to-follow instructions and exercises for rehab, and they made all the difference. I went from side-stepping down the stairs to practically skipping down them!"

Christine M.

"As a middle-aged guy always chasing athletic goals, any injury could mean time away from the activities that bring meaning to my life. I've been working with Natalie for 3 months with the goal of bulletproofing my body. The change has been drastic, particularly in my feet, glutes, and mid/upper back. Anybody willing to put the work in will benefit greatly from her expertise."

Joe

Meet Dr. Natalie Roe — Founder & Doctor of Physical Therapy

Doctor Natalie Roe, PT, DPT, CSCS

Dr. Natalie Roe is a licensed Doctor of Physical Therapy and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. She is a Valparaiso native and Wheeler High School graduate on a mission to serve and strengthen her community.

Natalie began her journey at Indiana University Bloomington (GO HOOSIERS) studying Exercise Science, Medical Sciences, and Psychology. After achieving her bachelor's degree from IU, her next stop was the Windy City where she attended Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine and earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy Degree.

Next stop - Phoenix, Arizona where she successfully escaped those beloved Midwest winters to complete two orthopedic and sports medicine clinical rotations. She served as a Physical Therapist for active individuals and athletes of all ages and abilities including collegiate athletes and NFL pros.

Natalie made her way back to her hometown of Valparaiso in 2020 and began helping her community get healthier and stronger. She started BUILT Physical Therapy & Performance in 2023 with the mission to provide Northwest Indiana with a better option for Physical Therapy Services focused on quality, one-on-one, evidence-based patient care.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Everything you need to know before booking your first session at BUILT PT in Valparaiso.

Do you accept insurance?

BUILT Physical Therapy & Performance operates on a self-pay model, which means you pay directly for your care — no insurance middleman, no surprise bills, and no limits on the time your provider can spend with you. Many patients use HSA or FSA cards; contact us to confirm current payment options. This model allows Dr. Roe to give you 100% of a full 60-minute session every time.

What makes BUILT PT different from a traditional physical therapy clinic?

At most clinics, you'll spend 20 minutes with a PT and the rest with aides or on your own. At BUILT PT, every minute of every session is one-on-one with Dr. Natalie Roe — a Doctor of Physical Therapy and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. Your plan is built around your goals, your sport, and your performance — not a generic protocol. You also get 24/7 text and email access to Dr. Roe between appointments.

How do I get started with sports physical therapy at BUILT?

Start with a free 15-minute phone consultation. Dr. Roe will listen to what's going on, answer your questions, and explain how BUILT PT can help you. No referral is needed. If it's a great fit, you'll book your first full session and leave with a personalized plan designed to get you back to the activities you love — stronger than before.

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