16 frequently asked questions answered with data from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document.
The total initial investment to open a Onward Physical Therapy franchise ranges from $25K to $123K (2025 FDD). This includes the franchise fee, equipment, build-out, inventory, and working capital needed before opening.
View full investment analysisThe initial franchise fee for Onward Physical Therapy is $0 (2025 FDD). This one-time fee is paid to the franchisor when signing the franchise agreement and covers the right to use the brand, systems, and initial training.
View full investment analysisData sourced from the Onward Physical Therapy 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). Always review the most current FDD and consult with a franchise attorney before making investment decisions.
No, Onward Physical Therapy does not require franchisees to have dedicated real estate (2025 FDD). This can significantly reduce startup costs and ongoing overhead.
View full investment analysisOnward Physical Therapy charges a royalty fee of 10.0% of gross sales (2025 FDD). This ongoing fee is typically paid weekly or monthly to the franchisor for continued use of the brand and support systems.
View full fees analysisThe total ongoing fee rate for a Onward Physical Therapy franchise is approximately 10.0% of gross sales (2025 FDD). This includes the royalty fee, a 0.0% marketing/advertising fund contribution, a $200/month technology fee, and other recurring charges.
View full fees analysisOnward Physical Therapy has been involved in 3 litigation cases over the past 3 years (2025 FDD). There are currently 1 pending cases. There are no class action lawsuits pending.
View full litigation analysisNo, the Onward Physical Therapy franchisor has no bankruptcy filings in their disclosure history (2025 FDD).
View full litigation analysisOnward Physical Therapy offers exclusive territory rights to its franchisees (2025 FDD). The franchise agreement includes encroachment protection, preventing the franchisor from placing another unit in your territory. Online sales are managed by the franchisor, not individual franchisees.
View full territory analysisOnward Physical Therapy currently operates 31 locations (2025 FDD) (0 franchised, 1 company-owned). The system grew by 40.9% over the past year. The 3-year compound annual growth rate is 41.3%.
View full growth analysisThe 1-year franchisee turnover rate for Onward Physical Therapy is 3.2% (2025 FDD). This includes closures, terminations, non-renewals, and transfers. A lower turnover rate generally indicates higher franchisee satisfaction and system stability.
View full growth analysisOnward Physical Therapy does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD (2025 FDD). This means the franchisor has chosen not to disclose revenue, profit, or other financial figures in the Franchise Disclosure Document.
View full financials analysisThe initial franchise agreement term for Onward Physical Therapy is 10 years (2025 FDD). The total potential term is 10 years.
View full contract analysisOnward Physical Therapy's post-termination non-compete clause restricts former franchisees from operating a competing business for 1 year within 10 miles of the former location (2025 FDD).
View full legal analysisNo, Onward Physical Therapy's franchise agreement does not require mandatory arbitration (2025 FDD). Disputes may be resolved through litigation. The agreement includes a jury trial waiver.
View full legal analysisOnward Physical Therapy provides 75 hours of initial training (2025 FDD). The cost of training is covered by the franchisor (travel and lodging are typically the franchisee's responsibility). Ongoing field support is provided on a as-needed basis.
View full support analysisYes, Onward Physical Therapy provides site selection assistance to help franchisees find the right location (2025 FDD). The franchisor also provides technology support and systems.
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