Cathy is awesome. If you're having stubborn/chronic pain, just do yourself a favor and go see her. I could write an essay about all the back problems I've had over the year, especially the past year, but I'll keep it short. Cathy gets to the root of the issue because she's able to look at the body as a whole. I've had about 15 different professionals (orthos, chiros, PTs, massage therapists) do work on me the past year, trying to figure out what's "wrong" with me. None of these other professionals were able to fully figure it out, and I was only getting bits and pieces of understanding and temporary relief. Cathy assessed me and determined most of my problem was coming from my HIPS, which nobody else really looked at. So I was able to finally get answers and PEACE OF MIND, which is paramount when you're dealing with chronic pain. Her adjustment style is very interesting and unique, and more importantly GETS RESULTS. When you've had improper movement patterns for 10-20+ years, a deep tissue massage isn't going to cut it. I felt immediate pain relief and increased mobility after each session. And the homework was extensive and detailed, so I can continue my journey at home. And on top of the effective therapy, you can tell she cares. Cares about you as a patient, but also her craft. She's a mad scientist (in a good way), and takes what she does very seriously. A true professional. And she's super cool and friendly, which is the icing on the cake! Book the appointment. Do it. You'll save yourself a ton of money, time, and emotional/mental energy. read more

I've been seeing Cathy for pre-hab and to keep my body in great 'working condition'! She is professional and not your cookie cutter physical therapist! She pours into really getting your body to make the shifts and progress you need to feel better every day! read more

Cathy is a wonderful physical therapist- unlike any I have ever seen previously (and I have seen many). Her approach is to evaluate not only the area having the problem but your whole body. This approach allows her to find root causes of your pain. She is literally very "hands on" - this allows her to make adjustments that facilitate healing. She follows every session with detailed emails with videos showing exactly what needs to be done to fully resolve your issues. I have seen Cathy for shoulder, neck, foot and most recently hip issues. I am never disappointed and she always helps resolve my issue. A further plus is her extensive knowledge of the body and enthusiastic attitude. I strongly recommend seeing Cathy for any issues you may have. read more

Cathy is the best PT I have ever had. (And I am a former D1 college athlete) Her hands on approach, deep knowledge of the human body and how it all should work together is incredible!!! I highly recommend Cathy Yi!!!! read more

Cathy is an amazing physical therapist! Her deep understanding of the body combined with her unique approach to PT has helped pinpoint sources for my physical issues that i never would have considered and helped them towards effective recovery. She has also educated me on what we are doing and how i can adjust my daily habits to help prevent recurrence of my injuries. Her treatments have helped me so much and I cannot recommend her enough! read more

Cathy knows how to REALLY make a difference with your body. She makes big changes, helps you make changes yourself and helps you understand everything. I highly recommend her. I came to her after having some trapezius palsy (weakness) on the right side. I just couldn't hit my tennis forehand properly. My right trap looked almost atrophied in comparison with my left. She did a lot of work to mobilize my hips, shoulders and elbow. After a few sessions, my traps look perfectly symmetrical now and I can even move around the court so much better and with more confidence due to the regained mobility in my hip joints. Thank you so much Cathy! I'll be bringing my nine year old daughter and wife over to see her as well. read more

The best! She will work you until the problem is fixed. This is not a massage type therapy. She works on the locked up joints/muscle/ and get mobility back in those area to get you aligned and body the way it suppose to be moving. read more

I was referred to Cathy by a friend when I was having back pain that wouldn't go away after trying massage. Cathy listened to my issues and looked at my motion and posture and was able to pinpoint where my habits were causing misalignment. She stretched and coaxed me back into shape and sent me on my way with suggestions on how to break the bad habits to prevent future pain. I'm glad to took the advice to go to Cathy! read more

I was referred to Cathy by a friend and was experiencing some wrist pain. This was my first experience with a physical therapist so I didn't quite know what to expect. Cathy's Office is a cute and clean studio. For the initial one hour session she covers a lot of ground and will send you home with some exercises to complete to help your issue. I came back a second time to ease the pain and Cathy did cupping on my arm. With most medical things, the success is based on the patient to do the work. Cathy explained things well and had YouTube videos explaining the moves if you forget the cues. Definitely recommend her! read more

Not only does Cathy know what she's doing! She's truly so good at it! She finds the root of your issues and works to improve the quality of your life and help you get on track for these things not to continue to affect your life. These things take work and time and she's willing to put in the effort if you are! Each session has felt like the next step in the process and not like we're starting from scratch! A bonus to this whole process is that she's also hilarious and feels like a friend you've known for many years. I look forward to each session and appreciate her fitting me in last minute when I feel out of whack. If you have been on the fence about physical therapy, wait no longer. Cathy is going to help figure out what's going on, I recommend her to everyone I know. read more

I made an appointment with Cathy after hurting my back while picking something up. Never have I had back issues but in addition to this I also had a sore hip on my other side from running. My level of pain was high- also unusual for me. I explained my issues and she really listened. She diagnosed the issue with my hips and back and was able to get me back to being pain free in a very short period. She is quick to respond to questions and thoroughly explains her process as she treats you. Cathy is professional, knowledgeable, and friendly. I would highly recommend her. read more

Cathy Yi has magical hands. Her approach to physical therapy is so different than other PT I have gone to. She takes the time to study your body, diagnose where the issue stems from and then takes a methodical and measured (and smart) approach to relieving the problem. I walked into her office with an aching and painful knee. This issue was particularly alarming because it came out of the blue. And the pain was sporadic, but intense. It kept me from exercising and other daily activities. I left Cathy's office- with a knee that is free from pain. I even danced around and put pressure on my knee just to test it out. I am brand new! I highly recommend seeing Cathy for any body aches or pains, rehab, or just to strengthen areas of weakness. She is a gem and one of the most professional and thoughtful healthcare providers I have ever encountered read more

We took our kindergartener to several chiropractors to fix his neck pain. Cathy is the only practitioner who permanently resolved his issues. Her combination of adjustments and muscle realignment worked like magic in only a few sessions. Which was not an easy task since my little boy doesn't sit still for very long. BUT Cathy kept him engaged and happy. Thank you to this true professional! read more

I love Cathy. She is professional. Her business set up makes it easy to set up appointments, pay, and handle insurance needs. She gives you the entire hour. She listens. She absolutely knows what she is doing. I highly recommend her. An acquaintance recommended her and I was happy with my treatment from the beginning. read more

Cathy has been the PT I've been looking for since moving to Orlando. Growing up playing sports and lifting weights, I've always found myself with nagging issues and I always dread going to new PT's because you never know what you're going to get. The majority of the time, you go to a PT and they might work on you for 5 mins (if that long) and then they send you to their assistant who half watches you do the same exercises you can do at home. That's always been my frustration and what I look to avoid. Which is the total opposite approach you get here. You get a full hour of meaningful time, which will include plenty of hands on work, as well as her showing you the proper form on exercises to do at home. She'll also send you home with "homework" and helpful video links to perfect your form. After doing my research on PT's in the Orlando area, I stumped upon Cathy's website and was convinced by the patient testimonials that were left and boy am I glad I did. On my very first visit, Cathy pretty much told me everything that was bothering me (before I even told her) just by observing some small movements. I went in with back pain, and she quickly me to realize that is was my hips that were causing the issue! I've gone to countless PT's and doctors who have never discovered that and just offer some exercises or pain meds. Within a couple visits, Cathy had me feeling good and able to move much more freely. Once you spend time with her, you realize she truly cares about your well-being and wanting to get you back out in the world moving pain free. Give her a try and you won't be disappointed. read more

I had a recurring shoulder injury that I aggravated while working out, and Cathy was able to assess and provided treatment to fix it right up. Definitely worth every dollar! read more

Before seeing Cathy, I was afraid to do any exercise at all! I tore my ACL in my right knee and subsequently tore my lateral meniscus last July and I've been pretty restricted in movement ever since. From my very first appointment with Cathy I felt right at home and totally taken care of. In no time at all Cathy was able analyze my movement and diagnose exactly what she needed to do to realign me! She's a dedicated, knowledgeable and results-oriented practitioner which is exactly what I wanted! Since seeing Cathy my range of motion has vastly improved, I've been able to increase my physical exercise while maintaining no pain and best of all I have peace of mind that I know exactly what to do and what not to do to keep progressing forward and heal! I'm so grateful to Cathy in Orlando, Fl. read more

I am a dental hygienist and have suffered for many years with back pain, sciatica flare ups and recently migraines. I have tried other physical therapists, acupuncture, massage therapy and no one has been able to relieve my pain. I was referred to Cathy by a coworker and I'm so glad I found her! Cathy combines her knowledge into a unique method to treat not just what hurts you but why it started in the first place. Within minutes of my session I gain more mobility with less stiffness and less pain! She also provides her own videos of exercises and stretches you can do at home to maintain your health. Don't wait if you are in pain she can help you! Thank you Cathy for your cheerful nature and helping me regain my health and happiness! Cristina read more

I have been dealing with pain and discomfort for as long as I can remember. Thinking it was age I never really sought out any help. I am so grateful to having met Cathy, she is very knowledgeable and really really cares about her patients and profession. She has been able to bring mobilization back to my hip. I am able to squat and do other functions without any pain or discomfort. If you are living with any type of pain or discomfort do not hesitate to contact Cathy Orlando Physical Therapy. You won't regret it! read more

Outstanding! I highly recommend Cathy for whatever ails you. She takes time to listen and clearly knows what she's doing.

I am so grateful I found Cathy! She has helped me so much in the few weeks I have been seeing her. Her hands on approach to physical therapy, and the way she intentionally works to find the root issues and customize a plan to get your body where it needs to be is a breath of fresh air! read more

Cathy is amazing at what she does. She's extremely informative during the sessions and gives follow up exercises. Along with the appointment she sends an email explaining everything she went over. She is quick to respond to questions and follow up appointments. I would recommend her to anyone looking for a physical therapist. read more

Cathy is incredible in her knowledge and application of physical therapy. Her ability to address your physical issues and see how they affect your body as a whole is invaluable! No one can do what she does. Her style of physical therapy provides amazing results! AND helped me avoid surgery, which is most important to me. read more

I've known Cathy for about five years, and for about five years have heard about the amazing things she does with patients. And for about five years I have said, eh, maybe I'll come in for a visit. I had my go at "regular" physical therapy about 14 years ago when my knees first started hurting me. X-rays at an orthopedic surgeon's office showed my kneecaps were both twisted to the sides. The main option was surgery, but I didn't want that and instead saw the PT the doctor recommended that took my insurance. After using resistance bands, and step work to strengthen my quads, and having my knees iced, I saw no improvement. That was my experience with Physical Therapy. No big whoop, nothing to write home about. My knees still hurt, and continued to worsen over the years, but I got around by shuffling down the stairs two feet at a time, and wearing knee braces. This was just my life now. But then some unbearable back pain a few months ago had my nearly crying every time I tried to bend down. I decided to FINALLY get a consultation with Cathy. Holy smokes, am I glad I did. That first session, she was able to determine that my hips were so wound up and tight, as well as my psoas and started work on me right away. Like, get all up on the problem areas and manually, physically start loosening the muscles. I immediately signed up for a package afterward as she also took a look at my knees and said she could be able to help. After a few sessions, she loosened me up enough to fully diagnose what was going on. Not only were my hips tight (thus causing all of the other issues with my knees, back, etc.), she determined that I had a slight herniated disk. Without skipping a beat, she adjusted the course of treatment, providing in depth homework and exercises for me to do on my own and provide relief anytime I felt pain coming on. To have a medical professional take her own time to create informative videos and how-to-guides for their patients and others to use is just amazing. Cathy puts the physical in physical therapy. She employs techniques such as cupping, soft tissue scraping, and digging deep into muscles to find the active releases that will ultimately provide relief. After a few weeks of working on my back, Cathy started working on my knees. I already knew this physical therapy was going to be different than the last person I had working on my knees. Copious cupping, scraping, and manual hands-on stretching resulted in my being able to actually squat without pain and start walking down steps like a normal person! The progress was not only visible in the activities I was able to do again (that I had not done in years), but Cathy had me sit down and look at my knees in the mirror. The kneecaps were definitely shifting back to center, where they should have been. My only regret is not knowing Cathy 14 years ago when I first started experiencing knee pain. If she had done for me then what she did for me now, my active lifestyle might have been so different. I could have probably liked running when I tried to take it up. Hahaha nah, who am I kidding? Running is not in my blood, especially in this Florida Heat. SO maybe running has always been out of the picture for me, but Cathy has opened up my eyes to what living a pain-free life might actually be like. I'm so so so so so glad I found Cathy. read more

Having pain and pressure where my should and neck meet. After a recommendation from a friend I made an appointment with Cathy after trying many physical therapists and chiropractors. Cathy is very inviting and listens very well. After explaining my situation she was able to correct my neck and back and I felt immediate relief. She gave me great advice and homework in between appointments to help correct my shoulder movement. Thankful I found her and will return! read more

I'm so glad that I found Cathy. I had been suffering from vertigo and dizziness for months and had not received any kind of treatment options other than to wait it out. Physical therapy was not new to me as I had suffered many injuries from cheerleading, cycling and just general poor form. Usually, my PT appointments had been very hands-off and generally made no difference. Cathy is amazing. I feel like she "listens" to my body and found where the problems were originating rather than just dealing with the symptoms. I now have a much wider range of motion with my neck, no daily headaches, flexible knees, and no vertigo. I heartily recommend Cathy to anyone who is dealing with a full-on injury, contemplating surgery or is just having lingering symptoms that interfere with your function. She is knowledgeable, highly competent and will make you feel and function better. read more

I was referred to Cathy from a coworker. If you are having any type of lower back pain, you really need to see Cathy. I suffer from episodes of lower back pain. I could barely sit for longer than 10 minutes and driving to work brought me to tears. After seeing Cathy, I am actually able to drive pain free. I also have a better understanding of what my body was doing to cause it. She also gives you helpful tips on how to stretch and what to do to prevent a re-occurrence. She is truly cares about getting you back in the right direction. I cannot recommend her enough. read more

Cathy was able to help me return to being functional enough to regularly exercise. I'm someone who has tendinitis on my right arm, and shoulder instability on the left shoulder. I originally went to see a physical therapist at the UCF gym back when I was a student, and the exercises they gave me either didn't improve my tendinitis nor shoulder instability. In fact, I think my tendinitis got worse from seeing the UCF physical therapist. I pretty much decided I should stop lifting weights: I wasn't getting stronger, I just kept making my elbow progressively worse, and for 2 years I was like that. Later on, my old room mate Zach was experiencing constant pain trying to use his hands, and it was literally ruining his life. He was told by a hand surgeon that he had carpal and cubital tunnel in both arms and elbows, and for his hands to be pain free, he would need 4 consecutive surgeries on his hands and elbows. And even after the 4 surgeries, the symptoms might return anyways. At some point afterwards, Zach was recommended to go get physical therapy from Cathy. Cathy said that it's extremely rare for someone to have carpal and cubital tunnel in both arms. She figured out that it was thoracic outlet syndrome, which didn't require any surgeries, just 1 month of physical rehab. A month later, Zach's hands were functional again and he got his life back. And in terms of cost, it was only 4 sessions with Cathy * $150 = $600 total. WAY cheaper than the surgery route that the hand surgeon was telling him, with way less human suffering / time lost. Not to mention the surgeries the hand surgeon told Zach he "needed" wouldn't have even helped Zach since the root of his problem (Thoracic Outlet Syndrome) wasn't what the 4 surgeries were even targeting... This is what got me to decide to give physical therapy another shot. I got physical therapy for my elbow and shoulder at the physical therapy place where Cathy worked at the the time, and it actually worked, and I returned to normal lifting. I didn't see Cathy for my tendinitis and shoulder instability, I saw her a couple months afterwards for another incident... A couple months later, I ended up spraining my left ankle. Basically I was carrying some stuff down a hill in Virginia and stepped on a rock that was large enough to roll my ankle on. For 1 month, I kept on googling how to rehab and treat my ankle myself, and I wasn't seeing any healing progress... feeling like I couldn't do this by myself, I decided I needed physical therapy again. This time I got to see the Physical Therapist that helped out my room mate: I got to see Cathy. She's been absolutely wonderful. She figured out that my ankle wasn't healing correctly, and she used suction cups and various other techniques to put my ankle back in the right place, and gave exercises to help me regain the strength and movement range of my left ankle. The exercises she gave me were different from what I looked up, and worked far more effectively. I'm almost at 100% on my left ankle. Recently I decided to try doing a 2 mile run with my left ankle brace on for support, and I was able to do it PAIN FREE! And I only had to see Cathy for 4 visits. read more

Cathy is AMAZING!!! I am a professional dancer and have been looking to start taking better care of my body. Cathy took time to listen to some of the issues I was having and later explained to me how we were going to work to improve these issues. I've learned so much about the mechanics of my body and the "homework" Cathy gives helps me to continue improving, even when I'm not at the office. And an added bonus: she's a wonderful person! We chat and we laugh, and I never leave the office without a smile on my face (and a very limber body)!! read more

I went to Cathy thinking I had knee problems -which I do but was stemming from hip from years of improper/poor posture and mechanics.. I will have to say I have seen her for multiple sessions and continue to go. I don't think there is any other PT in town that is as hands on as Cathy. Other PTs I had been to give exercises, walk away and/or have a PT aide reinforce things. Cathy is truly a gem and spends entire time physically treating you and not leaving where many PTs treat multiple patients at once. Would not see any other PT than her and so fortunate to have found her! ! Definitely 5 plus stars!! read more

I'm so grateful to have a physician like Cathy Yi in my arsenal, and I wholeheartedly recommend her if you are experiencing any pain or discomfort in your body. Not only is she professional and spot-on when it comes to what you need, but she is personable, and she doesn't waste your time. Cathy puts in the hard work for you, continually researching and perfecting her skills so that you get the very best care. Cathy's goal is to get to the ROOT of the issue, not just send you on your way with a band-aid remedy. This has been so refreshing compared to other physicians I have worked with. Cathy is trustworthy, honest, and doesn't give up until she finds the right protocol for your individual issue. I have complete confidence in her ability and so much respect for her hard work ethic. Her passion for my wellness drove my desire to heal, as well. I had severe hip pain and stiffness when I first came to see Cathy. I had trouble sitting for long periods of time, standing, even walking normally because of the stiffness and pain I was experiencing. After working on me, using several different techniques, she also gave me exercises to work on at home. She made sure that I was confident executing them before I left her office and sent me home with detailed instructions to help remind me. These specific strengthening exercises make all the difference if you do them while she is treating you. TEAMWORK! Cathy was always able to tell if I didn't keep up with my "homework." She is so in tune with your body and keeps such detailed notes in your chart that she remembers how your body felt and how it was responding. I love this about her and it's what makes being treated by her so enjoyable. Ultimately, Cathy was able to get me more limber and also help relieve the pain I was experiencing. She helped strengthen my body from years of abuse. It's amazing how the body can heal if you find the right person to help you on your journey and if you put in the work. Trust me; it's 100% worth it! Call Cathy and give yourself another chance to live the life you want, pain-free. read more

Cathy is wonderful! A coworker recommended her to me after I'd been having reoccurring pain as a result of a car accident a few years back. Off the bat she was great, the care is one on one and she did everything she could to get me out the door feeling 10x better. It only took two sessions to get me back in better shape, but I felt better in the middle of the first one! If you need someone who cares about her patients who is adorable, check her out! read more

Cathy has been awesome! A friend recommended her to me and it's really been life changing. I've been able to stabilize my hip and knee to carry on normal activities. I started way too late in seeking a good PT therapist. I did the insurance recommendation for half a year and what I was able to gain in a couple of months with Cathy has far exceeded my previous efforts. I'll continue to see her to loosen the troubles from many years of poor support. She's great and the toughest working person I know for our health. Thank you Cathy! read more

I found Cathy through #hashtags and thankfully I found her. She's very patient and try her best to make you feel better. She's very knowledgeable and you feel confident with everything she does. I live three hours away from her office but it's worth the travel. I had less pain on my knees when we finished the session. Recommended!! read more

Cathy is excellent at diagnosing the source of the problem and fixing it quickly. After a month of back pain, anti-inflammatory meds and muscle relaxers prescribed by an orthopedic md, and no improvement, I went to see Cathy. She identified what was causing the issue, did her magic, and solved the problem in that first visit. She's great! read more

I originally seeked helped due to months of feeling dizziness (vertigo) and years of neck pain. I am so thankful for Cathy. Cathy is extremely patient and knowledgeable. She took the time to understand and explain my specific situation. She continues to provide supportive exercises to help strengthen and reduce the pain in my neck and shoulders for when I'm not able to see her in person. Also, she is an excellent communicator and is always there if you have a question or need to schedule an appointment. Thank you for all you have and continue to do for me and my health. I appreciate you! read more

Went to see Cathy to try and address severe nerve pain in my neck and shoulder due to stenosis. Neurologist and pain management had given me a pretty grim outlook, but I didn't want to accept that there was nothing that could be done to address symptoms other than injections and pain management. Cathy evaluated my symptoms and range of motion, and by the end of my first session, my symptoms were significantly reduced. She also noticed the limitations I experience due to disk issues in my lower back and put together a plan to help alleviate discomfort and improve range of motion. She has given me hope that my condition is not a life sentence, and paid close attention to my feelings and concerns. I could not be happier with the results I have seen working with Cathy! read more

I was referred to Cathy by my husband. He had been seeing her for several weeks to address neck and shoulder pain. He was so happy with the treatment (and wouldn't stop talking about it) that I decided to give her a try. I had just given birth to my 2nd child and was having lower back and hip pain. I couldn't even get up off of the ground without experiencing a decent amount of pain. I have also had neck and shoulder tension/pain for years. After my initial assessment and treatment with Cathy - I was convinced she was a miracle worker. My back pain was gone after the initial visit! A few visits later, I stopped having neck and shoulder for the first time in years. In addition, my squat form had even improved. I had been compensating for so long that I didn't even realize how bad it was. I cannot say enough good things about Cathy! She immediately made me feel comfortable. She took the time to understand and resolve the problem areas. Don't tolerate the pain for as long as I did, schedule an appt with Cathy now! Highly recommend!! read more

I'm 49 years old. Have been dealing with lower back pain for a year. Two months ago it got bad enough that I derided to do something about it. I have seen Cathy for a bad shoulder before and had a full recovery. Wanted to see if she can do anything about it. It has been four visits now and will not see Cathy for a while. The first visit was more of an evaluation to see what is causing the pain. Cathy determined it was my hips not having proper mechanics and misalignment. I got some immediate relief from stretching and being aligned. Over the next two appointment Cathy proceeded to teach me the proper mechanics and breaking up some tight muscles with a myofascial release(painful but worth it). Between appointments I followed provided videos to restore range of motion to my hips. With each visit I got more relief. Five days ago for the first time I woke up with no pain. I finally feel like I am on the road to recovery. Today a the last visit, Cathy was able to get my left hip into proper position. The right hip almost made it. I will continue the homework over the next couple of months and might see Cathy again to see if we can get the right hip in proper alignment. All that said I felt nurtured and cared for. I find Cathy to be a thoughtful caregiver that develops a plan with you and according to your need. Thank you Cathy for your time, knowledge and hard work. read more