The Reset Method: A Reset, Reeducate and Reinforce Approach to Physical Therapy in Allen, TX
Summary
The Reset Method, developed by Dr. Cody Johnson, DPT, ATC at Athletic Advantage Physical Therapy in Allen, TX, guides treatment through three phases: Reset the Nerve, Reeducate the Muscle, and Reinforce with Movement. It uses POINT RESET® and progressive exercise to address the source of pain, not just the symptom.
Key Takeaways
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The Reset Method is Dr. Cody Johnson, DPT, ATC's four-phase framework for injury recovery at Athletic Advantage Physical Therapy in Allen, TX.
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The three phases are Reset the Nerve, Reeducate the Muscle, and Reinforce with Movement.
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The Reset the Nerve phase draws on POINT RESET®, manual pressure, temperature contrast, laser therapy, electrical stimulation, and percussion therapy.
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POINT RESET® is Dr. Johnson's own approach to addressing imbalances in the body and is distinct from dry needling, a related but separate technique.
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The Reinforce with Movement phase ends in a customized home exercise plan, carrying progress into daily life, work, or sport.
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The same framework adapts across patient groups, including everyday patients, weekend warriors, athletes, and dancers through the Performer's Body Program.
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This multimodal approach reflects manual therapy and therapeutic exercise guidance recognized by the American Physical Therapy Association.
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AAPT serves Allen, TX and surrounding Collin County communities including Plano, McKinney, Frisco, Fairview, Lucas, Parker, Wylie, and Murphy, TX.
Most physical therapy plans treat the spot that hurts. The Reset Method, built by Dr. Cody Johnson, DPT, ATC at Athletic Advantage Physical Therapy in Allen, TX, starts one step earlier by looking at what led to the injury before deciding how to treat it. Rather than chasing pain from spot to spot, the framework asks why the problem showed up in the first place, then builds a plan around that answer.
This same three-phase approach runs underneath every service in AAPT's Services & Specialty Care lineup, from general physical therapy to the Performer's Body Program for dancers. Whether you're recovering from an injury, managing ongoing pain, or training for competition, the framework stays consistent while your treatment is adjusted to your body, goals, and progress.
Our physical therapy approach to pain is what sets us apart
The Reset Method is a holistic approach to injury prevention and rehabilitation designed by Dr. Cody Johnson, DPT to help you live pain-free and perform at your best.
At AAPT, we understand that imbalances in the nervous system can disrupt movement patterns and lead to pain. We focus on helping you release tension and stress, restoring natural movement, relieving pain, and reducing the risk of further injury.
Hypersensitive muscles are a key factor in pain and restricted movement. Our goal is to relax these overactive areas and rebalance(restore) nervous system output in places that often go unnoticed. By doing so, your body can respond properly, improving mobility and reducing discomfort.
Tight, constricted muscles don’t just limit movement—they can also affect multiple systems in the body. When mobility is restricted, even simple movements can become painful.
The goal is to calm areas that are tight or overactive, improve how you move, and build on that change with movement and strength work.
How It Works
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RESET THE NERVE
We use various techniques to reset a muscle, including Point Reset, Mechanical Pressure (through massage or a lacrosse ball), temperature contrast, laser therapy, electrical stimulation, percussion therapy, and moving a joint through its full range of motion.
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REEDUCATE THE MUSCLE
Incorporate strength-building exercises to retrain the muscle with the new signals it has received, enhancing recovery, power, and range of motion.
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Reinforce WITH Movement
Our approach includes customized at-home exercises to reinforce in-clinic progress, reeducate muscles, improve strength, and restore mobility. These targeted movements help accelerate recovery, maintain gains, and prevent future imbalances, ensuring long-term resilience.
Who Athletic Advantage Physical Therapy's Reset Method Helps
The framework itself doesn't change from patient to patient, but Athletic Advantage Physical Therapy adjusts pacing and technique to match each patient's demands.
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Everyday patients: Movement, strength and pain-relief goals built around daily activities, including the conditions AAPT treats most often.
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Weekend warriors: Progression paced around recreational training and weekend activity load.
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Athletes: Focus on identifying movement restrictions or imbalances and restoring function, strength, power, mobility and confidence for return to play. See Sports Physical Therapy, or start with a Sports Screening to catch imbalances before they become an injury.
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Dancers: Applied through AAPT's Dance Physical Therapy service and its dedicated Performer's Body Program, addressing turnout, alignment and rehearsal load. A Dance Screening can also identify movement gaps before they sideline a dancer.
Signs the Reset Method Therapy May Be a Good Fit for You
Not every patient needs the same starting point, but certain signs tend to point toward the Reset Method's whole-body approach. If any of these sound familiar, it may be time to look beyond just treating the symptom.
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A past program stalled, or the same pain kept returning after finishing a generic exercise sheet.
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Pain shows up in one place, such as sciatica radiating from the back, but a nearby joint or muscle seems part of the problem.
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You're preparing to return to a sport, dance or physical job and want a plan built around that goal, not just pain relief.
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Previous treatment addressed the symptom but never explained what caused it.
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A home-exercise program that isn't tied to a bigger plan or a clear next step.
Why Choose Athletic Advantage Physical Therapy
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Built and led by the clinic's founder: Dr. Cody Johnson, DPT, ATC, developed the Reset Method and POINT RESET® himself.
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One framework, several techniques: The Reset the Nerve phase draws on POINT RESET®, manual therapy, temperature contrast, laser therapy, electrical stimulation and percussion therapy, chosen based on what the assessment finds.
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Progress carries past the clinic door: The Reinforce with Movement phase ends in a take-home plan, not a one-time visit.
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Adapts across patients: The same framework serves everyday patients, weekend warriors, athletes and dancers.
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Local to Allen, TX: The clinic sits at 820 S Alma Dr, Suite 110, Allen, TX 75013 and works with patients throughout Allen and the surrounding area.
You can read our verified reviews on the Testimonials page or Google Business Profile to see how the Reset Method has helped patients of all ages and activity levels recover from injury and return to the lifestyle they love.
Patient Testimonials
“After Point reset it took the pain away instantly...”
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Proudly Serving Allen, TX and Nearby Communities With the Reset Method Therapy
Whether you're managing pain, recovering from an injury, or training for your next season, Athletic Advantage Physical Therapy brings the same Reset Method framework to patients throughout Allen, TX and the surrounding North Texas area, addressing the source of the problem rather than just the symptom.
We also serve the surrounding region, including Plano, TX, McKinney, TX, Frisco, TX, Fairview, TX, Lucas, TX, Parker, TX, Wylie, TX, and Murphy, TX. For a full view of our coverage, see our service area page.
Schedule Your Reset Method Evaluation in Allen, TX Today
Pain that keeps coming back can be a sign that the underlying cause hasn’t been fully addressed. The Reset Method at Athletic Advantage Physical Therapy in Allen, TX starts with a comprehensive assessment of your injury, movement, and goals before treatment begins.
Dr. Cody Johnson and the AAPT team build your plan around what that assessment reveals, using POINT RESET® and other techniques appropriate for your individual needs. Strength work and a personalized home plan help carry your progress forward beyond the clinic. Book your evaluation and start moving forward with a plan built around you.
Call us at (214) 383-0623 or schedule an evaluation with Athletic Advantage Physical Therapy in Allen, TX today.
Contact Us
Phone: (214) 383 0623
Fax: (800) 213 4413
820 S Alma Drive, Suite 110
Allen, TX 75013
contact@aaphysicaltherapy.com
Hours:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday:
8:00AM - 5:30PM
Tuesday, Thursday:
9:00AM - 5:30PM
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Reset Method?
The Reset Method is Athletic Advantage Physical Therapy's three-phase framework for injury recovery: Reset the Nerve, Reeducate the Muscle and Reinforce with Movement. Dr. Cody Johnson, DPT, ATC, built it to address what led to an injury, not just the pain itself.
Is POINT RESET® the same as dry needling?
No. POINT RESET® is Dr. Johnson's own approach to addressing areas of imbalance in the body, described on its own POINT RESET® page. Dry needling is a related but separate technique, covered on AAPT's Dry Needling page.
Who is the Reset Method for?
The Reset Method is built for a wide range of patients, from everyday patients and weekend warriors to athletes and dancers. AAPT adjusts pacing and technique to the individual rather than running everyone through an identical plan.
How long does the Reset Method take?
How long the Reset Method takes depends on your assessment, injury history and goals, so AAPT builds the timeline around you rather than a fixed schedule. Your evaluation is the best place to talk through what a realistic plan looks like.
Do I need a referral to start?
No referral is required in most cases. Texas allows direct access to physical therapy, so you can typically schedule an evaluation at Athletic Advantage Physical Therapy without seeing a physician first. Some insurance plans have their own referral requirements, so it's worth confirming with your plan before your first visit. Call (214) 383-0623 or use the Contact page if you'd like help checking.
Where is the Reset Method offered?
The Reset Method is used across services at Athletic Advantage Physical Therapy, 820 S Alma Dr, Suite 110, Allen, TX 75013. Schedule an evaluation to get started.
