Expert Physical Therapy in Franklin, TN
Nathan Stiffler, PT, DPT — Co-Owner & Performance Therapist
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60+ Years of Experience
Certified Physical Therapists
Serving the Franklin Community
A Personalized Approach to Physical Therapy
Originally from a small town outside Pittsburgh, PA, Nathan Stiffler earned his bachelor’s degree in Exercise Physiology from Marshall University before obtaining his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from West Virginia University. He completed all seven years of schooling alongside his Elevate615 partner, Brian.
After graduating, Nathan began his career as a Travel Physical Therapist, practicing nationwide in settings ranging from skilled nursing and assisted living facilities to hospitals, outpatient clinics, and home health. These diverse experiences gave him a well-rounded perspective on patient care across the continuum.
Following his travel career, Nathan and his wife settled in Charlotte, NC, where the vision for Elevate615 was born. They later moved to Nashville to bring that dream to life. Today, Nathan combines his lifelong passion for health and fitness with clinical expertise in injury prevention, rehabilitation, and performance training.
At Elevate615, Nathan provides personalized physical therapy in Franklin, TN, blending traditional rehab with progressive performance-based training. Whether you’re overcoming nagging pain, recovering from injury, aiming to lose weight safely, or simply striving to feel and move better, Nathan’s mission is clear: to help every client achieve their goals under the guidance of a Doctor of Physical Therapy.
Specialized Physical Therapy for Your Needs
Performance Therapy
At Elevate615, our Performance Therapy in Franklin, TN bridges the gap between traditional physical therapy and long-term fitness.
Women's Health
At Elevate615, our women’s health program provides specialized, one-on-one care to support you through every stage of life. From postpartum recovery to cancer rehabilitation, our Doctors of Physical Therapy offer evidence-based treatment tailored to your unique needs.
Fitness Assessment
At Elevate615, our Physical Therapy assessments—including the Orthopedic Mobility & Stability Scan, VO₂ Max Prediction Test, Strength Age Panel, and Movement & Performance Screen—provide data-driven insights from a Doctor of Physical Therapy to identify imbalances, optimize movement, and enhance long-term performance.
Dry Needling
Dry needling is a proven technique used by our Doctors of Physical Therapy in Franklin, TN to relieve muscle pain, improve mobility, and speed recovery. At Elevate615, dry needling is always performed as part of a one-on-one session with a licensed provider, ensuring safe, effective, and personalized care.
Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy
At Elevate615, we specialize in Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy — helping women strengthen, relax, and properly coordinate the muscles that form the foundation of their core. Whether you are pregnant, recovering postpartum, or experiencing pelvic health challenges, our Doctors of Physical Therapy in Franklin, TN provide compassionate, evidence-based care to restore confidence and function.
Breast Cancer Physical Therapy
Our Breast Cancer Recovery Physical Therapy program is led by a PORi-certified therapist who specializes in evidence-based oncology rehabilitation. With one-on-one, compassionate care, we help women restore mobility, rebuild strength, and feel more like themselves again.
Hear From Our Franklin Physical Therapy Patients
"I have hated exercise for 53 years. Then I met Brian and Elevate615 and he taught me how to make myself stronger without training like I was going to be a physical fitness guru. He listens and meets me where I am. I love that he is a PT by trade & training because he helps me to heal and to prevent further injury. Both my daughter and husband are clients now and everyone agrees we found a great place to be seen at Elevate615."
S. Kessler - Franklin, TN
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Don't let pain hold you back any longer. Schedule your comprehensive physical therapy assessment at our Franklin clinic today. Let's create a personalized plan to get you back to doing what you love.
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