Thank you, Joshua R, for your professionalism and all your help with my knee pain. The brace is…read moreworking very well.

Good guy that wants to help to the best of his abilities. The office is crazy busy but he'll get to…read moreyou.

This review is way overdue. Mary Claire is absolutely amazing. I came in with ongoing back and…read moreshoulder pain, and her care has been truly life changing. She's incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and supportive, and every session feels personalized and purposeful. Every session felt purposeful. Mary Claire is incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and motivating, and she explains everything in a way that makes you feel empowered in your own recovery. I never once felt rushed, and I always left feeling better, stronger, and more hopeful than when I walked in. The entire team at Mariners is warm and professional, and I always feel welcomed and encouraged. If you're looking for outstanding physical therapy with real results, I highly recommend Mariners.

I am currently recovering from an arm/shoulder area fracture. It has been a very long and painful…read moreprocess. My orthopedic doctor advised me to go to physical therapy for up to three months, after one month of being in a sling. I have had plenty of other injuries in the past and this one has definitely been the slowest to heal and quite limiting in terms of going through daily lifestyle tasks. Finding a facility for physical therapy was a bit challenging. Many in my area had no reviews, or even worse, negative reviews. The facility which my doctor recommended did not even return my call for a consultation. I decided to take a chance on Mariners, which is established in Orange County, but new to this location. Upon my first consultation, I felt very comfortable there. It is organized, clean and professional. Service is great. They process your insurance claims, which I am finding several places do not do. The therapists are very knowledgeable and just pleasant - positive. They share duties so you may interact with multiple therapists and aides in one session. Most importantly I am seeing progress with my mobility and flexibility with their treatments. They add and remove exercises each week, so it is not monotonous. In the past I have had PT that involves lots of manual massage (which I love) and I've had some sessions where the therapists spend two-three minutes with you then send you to a roller table the rest of the time. Mariners definitely has substantive treatment the whole hour or so you are there. The only thing I would prefer is more of a massage component as it is a bit painful to just jump into exercises. They do however, do stretches with you before the exercise component. I would also like to see a more formalized program of at-home exercises to do. In the past I have received these plans with diagrams and instructions. I had to ask about at-home exercises after several weeks of treatment since none were offered to that point. Aside from those small matters, I do have lost of confidence in Mariners and will continue to work with them.

I've seen a few physical therapists at B and C therapy and they do a great job. Very professional…read moreand knowledgeable. I give them a 5/5. Unfortunately I've had problems with one of the secretaries. I just called to cancel an appointment since the pain that I had had resolved. However, the secretary kept on trying to keep me from cancelling the appointment time after time. Eventually, fed up, I told her to cancel the appointment. I rarely write reviews and try to not leave negative reviews but I'm making an exception in this case.

I'm happy to have found B&C PT and that they accept my health insurance. I've been here twice and…read morecan sense an improvement in this nagging neck pain of mine. The clinic has a small gym upfront with treatment tables in the back. Super convenient location in Alhambra with a 4-hr free parking garage. B&C PT is extremely popular and books out weeks in advance. I had to wait ~3-4 weeks for my initial appt, and had to book all my subsequent appts following my first visit to secure dates/times. I work primarily with Ching Ly (the C of B&C lol) and he's super down to earth. He did a comprehensive exam of my neck, measured my neck movements with a goniometer, and confirmed if it was a joint or muscle issue. I've seen several PTs, but no one was as thorough as Ching in trying to figure out the root cause. My treatment plan is pretty straightforward - Managing neck pain with manual therapy, at-home workouts, and then more workouts to strengthen neck, shoulder, and back muscles. If I had to nitpick then it would be the super tedious process of booking upcoming appointments with the front desk receptionist. Nothing PT related. Highly recommend B&C PT! I hope to be free of this annoying pain by the end of my sessions.

Dr. Roy Ashford has taken care of multiple times with problems that I have occurred due to my…read moreextremely active lifestyle! Dr. Ashford is probably one of the best I know! I say like to say artist because he puts the medication right on the spot! Love this guy, love his personality! He's just a wonderful human being who really cares and takes pride in what he does! I feel lucky to have had him as my doctors!

Excellent orthopedic Doctor. I can't tell you how many times over the years he has relieved me…read morefrom pain. His Knowledge and understanding of the spine is the best. I highly recommend him. Diane Z

Dr. Jerry Lee is truly one of the most compassionate and genuine practitioners I've ever met. You…read morecan feel right away how much he truly cares. During one of the most painful times of my life, he supported me in a way I'll always be grateful for. The NET session helped me release emotional stress that felt deeply stuck in my nervous system, and I genuinely felt lighter and more balanced afterward...something that isn't easy during grief. He also introduced me to LightStim therapy, which was a whole body red light that was incredibly relaxing and helped with inflammation, muscle soreness, and shoulder tension, leaving my body feeling calmer and more supported in recovery. Also really appreciate how intentional he is about what he offers...from clean, high-quality supplements to foot bath detox machines backed by real testing that showed measurable reductions in heavy metals. That level of care builds real trust. He's helped my mom as well, and everyone we've referred to him loves him. Dr. Jerry Lee is an amazing soul with a truly caring heart, and I can't recommend him enough.

Kin has changed my life…read more Working with Dr. Jerry has been a life changing experience. NET has been such a game changer as a person who often intellectualizes their feelings. These breakthroughs have come from every angle. Physically (down another 20 lbs on my weight loss journey), mentally (more clear and sharp than before, emotionally (been able to move past blocks I've been attached to for years), and spiritually ( I'm more intuitive than I have ever been) . Also shout out to Victoria, I just had the pleasure of receiving my first massage from her. She did a combo of lymphatic and muscle work during our session and I was invigorated afterwards! She went above and beyond with tips on how to help with excess skin physically and emotionally in session and post session (80lbs down, it's going to happen). She is truly a healer with her hands and her heart!

I can't recommend Dr. Mike Espinosa enough. He's incredibly patient, takes his time during each…read morevisit, and genuinely cares about your well-being. I've been to two other chiropractic practices in the past where I felt rushed and like they didn't really listen to me, so this was a completely different experience. With Dr. Espinosa, I never felt rushed and he really listens to what's going on with your body. After seeing him, I noticed a real difference. My hip and back pain improved significantly. I'm now able to work (the source of my back pain) without discomfort and even get back into the gym pain free. TLDR, highly recommend if you're looking for someone who is patient, doesn't feel rushed, and delivers results.

I have been coming to Total Healing & Wellness since I lived in Torrance in 2022. When my husband…read moreand I moved to Pasadena, we were stoked that there is another location here. We continue treatment here once a week and couldn't be happier with the result, maintenance, and advice that were shared. My husband and I primarily got treatment with Dr. Mike Espinoza. The staff and students are very friendly and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend to come get chiropractor treatment here. Did I mentioned there is acupuncture as well. I call this place my me time bcs I know I'll feel 100% better after. Thanks Dr. Mike & staff for providing a great service and treatment.

It can be really intimidating to find the right Physical Therapist. How do you decide? What makes a…read moregreat PT and how do you find them when it seems like there are so many options. I had been in ankle pain for more than a year....but I did what so many of us do, I put it off, I pushed through. I climbed Mt. Whitney (after climbing all the highest peaks in Southern California) and pushed through it until I couldn't push through it anymore. Running (one of my favorite forms of exercise) was now off the table. I needed help. I sat down with a list of Physical Therapists and started calling and when I spoke to Carolyn - she listened - she asked questions and she genuinely seemed to care. After listening to me she knew I had to get in to see Dr. Maddie and she made it happen. I booked an appointment and then received my welcome packet. It was thorough and helpful and I knew what to expect before I walked into my first appointment. Maddie listened and committed to making a plan to get me back to all of my favorite activities and then she dug in and she worked hard for me and felt invested in my recovery. I can not overstate the value of the 1:1 experience. When you're working with Dr. Maddie you have her full attention and your therapy is tailored to your needs. She answers questions and keeps you informed so that you can be partners in your recovery. She uses an app to provide your home exercise routine and she adapts as needed. I was also pleasantly surprised when I was sent home with the things I needed to do my home exercises, at no extra charge! The attention to detail from Elevated Physical Therapy is unparalleled as is the level of care you'll receive from the whole team. My experience then led my husband to working with Dr. Maddie too. I've been able to return to hiking, playing tennis and running without pain! And I know Elevated PT will be there for me if I need anything in the future.

Issue: low back pain, probably related to running. They did 2 assessments, which seemed aimed…read moregetting me to return. They gave me 2 exercises, 4 stretches. For weeks, asked for more exercises. Every time, no, said I needed to come back. I went to another provider, they correctly diagnosed my issue: anterior pelvic tilt. Something on EPT checklist/assessment form, that they completely missed. And, new provider gave me a complete exercise program (10-12 exercises). I don't think EPT was able to deliver for performance, and they were not flexible with my time/needs. Although I'm sure they are fine for most, for me, most importantly, they missed a seemingly obvious assessment/diagnosis.

I came to HealthFit because I was dealing with chronic hip and knee pain. I'm at a pivotal age…read morewhere I needed to either fix the problem or prepare for invasive medical intervention down the road. Cheri came highly recommended and it was clear from our first session that she really takes the time to figure out and understand what my body was doing and why I was experience the pain that I was feeling. She took the time to evaluate how my whole body was moving and identified several body mechanic and movement issues that were contributing to the problem. We started off with basic exercises that set the stage for more complex ones as I progressed. HealthFit has systems in place to make sure that when you're at home doing your exercises, you have video references with detailed explanations on how to do each exercise properly. After each week, little by little, things started to change. And then there came that moment when everything clicked and started to change! I've noticed a huge improvement not only in pain reduction, but also in my overall stability, balance, and strength. Cheri has given me the tools to break my body's bad habits. I highly recommend working with Cheri to anyone dealing with chronic pain, movement issues, or sports-related injuries. Cheri is thoughtful, knowledgeable and genuinely cares about helping her patients improve long term.

I've been coming to HealthFit in Pasadena off and on for the past few years, and I can't believe I…read morehaven't written a review sooner! This is my go to place whenever I need physical therapy. The personalized service and extended one-on-one time are absolutely worth it if you care about your joints, muscles, and long-term recovery. From the moment you walk in, you're greeted by the wonderful front office staff, Feliza and Britt. They make you feel right at home, and I always enjoy chatting with them and hearing what's going on in their young lives. And now for my knowledgeable, kind PT, Dr. Daphne Tan. She has treated me for several injuries, including my shoulder, elbow, and lower back. She has also treated me post-surgically, and I always leave our sessions feeling better than when I came in. She is motivating, attentive, and really takes the time to correct my form during exercises so I'm doing everything properly. I am not sharing my time with 2 other patients. I'm very glad I found HealthFit. It is well worth it compared to a larger corporate/hospital based PT clinic where your therapist may spend more time documenting than actually monitoring your movement and progress. HealthFit provides the kind of personalized care that makes a real difference.

Came to see Dr. Abbinanti in an emergency, as my regular Chiropractor was on vacation and he…read morerecommended her practice in his absence. A fine recommendation indeed. She is friendly and informative, she would be a fine instructor if she isn't already. She took time to pinpoint my problem and went to work on me. She has modern equipment in her comfortable office. She never seemed rushed and really covered all angles of my problem's origins, I left feeling much better. Do always check your insurance coverage for out of network providers beforehand as I found my insurance won't cover out of network treatment. It was well worth learning that, after the fact for future issues, all the same, it was a well spent $100 considering the improvement achieved. This is a Chiropractor worth looking into for your well being.

Dr Monique Abbinanti- You're amazing and have great techniques! She adjusted me today as my body…read moreneeds it severely. I'm 5 months pregnant and her knowledge and care to my body I trust 100%. Thank you again and I'll see you and next week.

The appointment and diagnosis (carpal tunnel syndrome) with Dr. Murray was very helpful and the…read moretreatment path very clear. Dr. Murray and her team were very friendly and professional and answered all my questions. I highly recommend their care.

To quote a prior reviewer "Why is every Orthopedic office is Pasadena so poorly run? This is the…read moresecond one I've gone to and experienced a poorly run office." It's amazing how poorly run these Pasadena ortho specialists are, almost like they've been trained by experts how to create a process that is as inefficient and ineffective as possible while simultaneously insulting and disrespecting their customers. In this regard, it is an impressive place. Of course, we all know the reason: they make more money by over scheduling -- just like airlines. We all have wishful, aspirational beliefs that doctors' offices are "different" than car dealerships. They aren't: it is always about the money. So, from the general to the specific. This place is typically a nightmare in terms of timing. You really do need to schedule about 3 hours for an appointment. There is limited parking in the building, so expect to park in the adjacent lot (no validation, because that would eat into profits). Once there, you check in. Generally speaking, the staff are about as welcoming and kind as your typical Subway (sorry Subway workers, but you know it's true). You are a widget in their process. Give them your info and wait. A long, long time. Usually about 1 hour. And that's just to get past the front area. Next, they whisk you to an x-ray. Doesn't matter if you need one. Doesn't matter if you want one. Doesn't matter if you already have one. Again, it's about the money. So you get one. And before you do, you wait -- though usually only about 15 minutes here. Then you are put in a room. Yay! You'll see a doctor. Eventually. Sometimes, this room wait is 30 minutes, sometimes an hour. I've actually started to walk out and leave at this point. Finally, you see a doctor. I've seen a few here. I thought Dr. Bradley Johnson was good. He was unhurried. He explained things. He did what he could for me. Dr. Mark Jo is a different story. Same start: he seemed good, seemed unhurried, seemed to explain things. Problem is, he got it all wrong. First, he looked at the aforementioned x-ray and said your knee looks great. No problems structurally. You absolutely can run on it. But let's get an MRI to be sure. You can run in the interim. NOTE: he never touched my leg. He did not do the thing you see all doctors do on live football or basketball games to test the structural integrity of the knee. Ok, no problem, I'll run and get an MRI. I go back a few weeks later with the MRI in hand (and my knee where knees are). After the above-described wait, I get to the doctor portion of the adventure. Dr. Jo says that my MRI shows a moderately sprained ACL -- I should absolutely NOT be running on it, and he's surprised anyone would tell me I should (NOTE: that was him who did the telling). He also says that he's surprised he didn't pick it up on his first examination, you know, when he did the ACL test on my knee. I reminded him he never touched my knee at the first appointment. Oh well. So, great, I now have been running on a sprained ACL, making it worse. But at this point, I'm not really trusting Dr. Jo's opinion. I get copies of the MRI AND the MRI report. I read the report (as a non-MD, it turns out I am nonetheless able to read). Dr. Jo merely quoted the report to me. He didn't actually look at the MRI. Great. So I'm out. I go to another ortho place. This doctor (Dr. Rishi Garg) actually examines my knee with his hands. He also looks at the MRI. Both tests, he says, make it clear that my ACL is totally fine -- actually really good for my age (I later confirm this with an independent radiologist). Dr. Jo was just wrong. All across the board. Ok, so what's the lesson here? Huntington Ortho is a YUGE time suck. They are run like a for-profit business --- because they are one. Don't expect any old-school approach to doctoring here. And, if you get the wrong doctor (e.g., Dr. Jo), your care may be pretty bad.