Summit Sports and Spine

Summit Sports and Spine Summit Sports and Spine is an integrated, functional health clinic with a focus on improving your overall physical performance and getting you out of pain.

Treatments are specific to the individual and focused on empowering the patient to improve quickly. Dr. Perkins has worked at some of the earliest pioneering health & wellness facilities in the PNW. He helped grow NW Sports Rehab & Elite Sports and Spine prior to starting his own clinics. Dr. Perkins opened Summit in 2015 and set out on his own with the goal of creating a facility where he could h

elp people resolve their injuries and empower them along the way. We've now moved to UT to be closer to family after 14 amazing years in WA and can't wait to get to know and serve you here in Utah County.

Your comeback story starts with one step. Not a giant leap. Not an overnight transformation. Just one intentional step f...
06/11/2026

Your comeback story starts with one step. Not a giant leap. Not an overnight transformation. Just one intentional step forward. That first appointment where you finally address that pain you've been ignoring. That first exercise where you move without fear. That first day when you wake up and realize something actually feels better.

Movement has power beyond the physical. It heals your body, rebuilds confidence, proves you're capable of change, and reminds you that you're not broken beyond repair.

At Summit, we guide those steps. We help you understand what went wrong, build a plan to fix it, and give you tools to keep moving forward long after you leave. Whether recovering from surgery, managing chronic pain, or working back to sport, the path is the same: one step, then another. We are here to empower you!

Don't underestimate the power of starting. Your comeback begins when you decide you're ready.

06/04/2026

Ever wonder what a cold plunge actually does? It's not just about being tough or following trends. There's real science here.

When you immerse in cold water, blood vessels constrict. Then as you warm up, they dilate. This effect releases N0 (Nitric Oxide) strengthening the blood vessels. This also creates a flushing effect that pushes out inflammation and increases oxygen delivery to tissues. More circulation. Less soreness. Better recovery.

The key is doing it safely and strategically. Know your why before you go - are we chasing hormonal changes, pre-exercise cooling, stress adaptations etc. The right protocol enhances recovery, sets you up for a better workout, or aids cognition without overtaxing your system.

We guide safe cold exposure protocols tailored to your recovery needs. DM us to learn more.

Think warm-ups are optional? That's why so many people get injured doing activities their bodies aren't ready to perform...
05/28/2026

Think warm-ups are optional? That's why so many people get injured doing activities their bodies aren't ready to perform. The problem isn't the lift, run, or workout. It's going from zero to full intensity without preparing your body.

A proper dynamic warm-up does three critical things: increases blood flow to muscles, preparing them and reducing injury risk; improves range of motion through dynamic movement; and activates your nervous system, improving coordination before you add load.

Think about doing activites related to your exercise and prepare accordingly. Simple techniques to use could be Foam roll tight spots to release tension in the fascia. Dynamic stretches like leg swings, spinal movements and arm circles take joints through full range actively, far more effective than static stretching pre-training. Movement-specific drills prime the exact patterns you're about to use.

Skipping your warm-up doesn't save time. It costs you performance, increases injury risk, and limits what your body can do. Ten minutes of prep makes everything better.

Still sore days after a great workout? HBOT (Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy) speeds up muscle recovery by flooding tissues wi...
05/21/2026

Still sore days after a great workout? HBOT (Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy) speeds up muscle recovery by flooding tissues with pure oxygen under pressure. This dramatically increases oxygen dissolved in your blood plasma, reaching injured tissues and inflamed areas that normal delivery can't access effectively.

More oxygen means faster cellular healing, reduced inflammation and swelling, quicker recovery from intense training, and better bounce-back between sessions. Athletes use it to recover from competition faster. Anyone serious about optimizing recovery can benefit.

Sessions are relaxing, non-invasive, and effective. It's recovery, leveled up.

Book your appointment today.

HAPPY MOTHERS DAY to all you beautiful, wonderful, loving, giving, caring, selfless, Angelic MOTHERS ! ! ! This is also ...
05/10/2026

HAPPY MOTHERS DAY to all you beautiful, wonderful, loving, giving, caring, selfless, Angelic MOTHERS ! ! !

This is also for those who love, care, provide and give of themselves without hesitation, without recognition, and without being asked. Your love is seen, your sacrifice is honored, and today belongs to you too.

Grateful to provide you care and take care of those you love and adore. Your trust is appreciated more than you know.

Joy is feeling your body move with ease. Without restriction. Without pain. Without fear of what's going to hurt tomorro...
05/07/2026

Joy is feeling your body move with ease. Without restriction. Without pain. Without fear of what's going to hurt tomorrow. That freedom to squat and stand without bracing, reach overhead without protest, run or play without wondering if you'll pay for it later.

That freedom isn't an accident. It's built through intentional work, smart training, proper recovery, and addressing problems before they become limitations.

At Summit, that's what we're working toward. Not just getting you out of pain, but building physical freedom that lets you show up fully in your life. Whether competing at high levels, hiking with family, or just moving through your day without thinking about what hurts.

Let's build that freedom together, one session at a time.

04/30/2026

Recovery starts with diagnosis. Not guesswork, not a generic protocol, not "let's see how you feel in two weeks."

Dr. Perkins uses advanced movement screens and soft tissue assessment to identify the exact dysfunction driving your pain or limiting your performance. That precision is what separates a plan that works from one that wastes your time.

Fewer flare-ups. Smarter rehab. Real progress.

Click the link in bio to get started.

EMTT (Extracorporeal Magnetotransduction Therapy) is cutting-edge regenerative medicine. Pulsed electromagnetic fields s...
04/23/2026

EMTT (Extracorporeal Magnetotransduction Therapy) is cutting-edge regenerative medicine. Pulsed electromagnetic fields stimulate cellular repair and tissue regeneration at levels manual therapy can't reach. Non-invasive, pain-free, and incredibly effective for stubborn injuries.

The magnetic fields pe*****te deep, stimulating cellular metabolism, improving circulation, and activating your body's natural healing mechanisms. This accelerates tissue repair, reduces inflammation, and helps regenerate damaged cells. Combined with Shockwave (which we also offer), the results are even more powerful.

Athletes with chronic tendon issues, people with stubborn soft tissue injuries, or anyone whose healing has plateaued can benefit. Treatment is fast, results are measurable, and there's no downtime.

Been told you have to live with chronic pain or that surgery is your only option? EMTT might change that conversation.

Back pain after lifting is almost always preventable. The problem isn't usually the weight. It's how you're lifting it. ...
04/09/2026

Back pain after lifting is almost always preventable. The problem isn't usually the weight. It's how you're lifting it. When form breaks down, you're not breathing correctly, your core isn't engaged, or when you're hinging from your lower back instead of hips, you're asking your spine to handle loads it wasn't necessarily designed for.

Your spine is strong when it's stable and trained correctly. Injuries can still happen though. Some classic problems happen when you round your back under load, hyperextend at the top, or twist while carrying heavy weight! You're putting enormous stress on discs, ligaments, and the small muscles protecting your vertebrae. They are resilient and can be trained to handle these kinds of loads but most aren't training correctly to handle this.

Three non-negotiables: Engage core before you even touch the weight. Keeping a neutral spine can help, maintaining natural curves without excessive rounding or arching. Hinge from hips, not your back, so glutes and hamstrings do the work.

If you want to lift heavy, lift often, and lift for years without wrecking your back. Get these fundamentals right.

Ready to move beyond the basics and build a resilient spine that adapts to loads, so you move with confidence—no fear of twisting, bending, or loading up. Ready to train smarter and tougher?

Call us today and start on your road to a strong and stable spine!

Movement is medicine, but only if you're actually moving. Your body was designed for it. It thrives on activity. It gets...
04/02/2026

Movement is medicine, but only if you're actually moving. Your body was designed for it. It thrives on activity. It gets stronger and more resilient when you challenge it appropriately.

That doesn't mean pushing through pain or ignoring warning signs. It means finding the right balance between rest and activity, recovery and challenge. Working with your body instead of against it.

Whether you're hitting trails, flowing through yoga, lifting in the gym, or just walking your neighborhood, movement keeps joints healthy, muscles strong, and your mind clear.

At Summit, we help you find that balance. We identify what's holding you back, address root causes, and build a plan that gets you moving safely and effectively. From the mountain to the mat, we've got your back.

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305 S 850 E Unit 101B
Lehi, UT
84043

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 1pm
2:30pm - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 2pm

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