I started going to Evolution back at the start of 2022 to rehab a lower leg injury. What I assumed would be a 6-8 week stint has turned into over 3 years of weekly visits to help my body stay strong and injury free. Kathleen and the entire staff are amazing and I can't speak more highly of them! read more

Free at the front desk has been incredible in helping me schedule appointments, make changes when needed and also went above and beyond to help resolve billing issues. She is kind, wants to help and it makes the whole experience a lot nicer. read more

Kathleen is by far the best physical therapist I have ever had! I had a neck injury and after just a few sessions I felt 100% better. She is extremely knowledgeable and attentive to your symptoms. Every time I went to see her she changed my Exercise. I am getting stronger and more flexible and continue to drive 30 minutes just to see her.. she is the best!!! read more

Finished my Physical Therapy sessions, after my hip replacement and big thank you to the Therapist ( Ms Natalie) loading all the exercises on the app for me to continue. I'm walking long distance and I have reached my goal. I highly recommend this facility. read more

Giulia is AMAZING! She's helped my shoulder recovery and gave me back my strength. She's so sweet, patient, knowledgeable, and thorough in her care. Everyone there is so kind and great to see. Highly recommend coming here for any PT needs. Plus the environment is really unique being in a big gym warehouse with classes daily that come with the visits. read more

I love Evolution PT in the South Bay. Both of my sons (student athletes) and I (a professional dancer/teacher) have done our therapy there. All of the PTs we have worked with have been excellent. I have been working with Devin who is so astute in his diagnoses! He works from a place of knowledge and experience. And Ryan got both of my boys back in action in no time, making therapy fun and motivating for them. My oldest now wants to go into sports medicine after his experience at Evolution! ;) read more

After dealing with a cranky piriformis and hamstring for several months, I heard about Kathleen and decided to schedule an appointment with her. I've been to regular physical therapists, but I haven't seen a sports-focused physical therapist. It has been super interesting to se the differences in exercises between the two. Both helped, but Kathleen's advice on form and balance has been a great lagniappe. When I first saw Kathleen, I was a veritable mess because I thought I'd never run another triathlon. Even swimming would aggravate my problem areas. Kathleen listened to my complaints and fears, and she even set me straight when I needed it. Within weeks, I could swim again, and within a few more weeks I was biking near my pre-injury threshold, and it was great to see such improvements so quickly. I've been scared to run again, but I've come to realize that biking was probably doing more damage than running. Even though I was super comfortable on my bike, Kathleen suggested I get a new fit because that could alleviate some of my issues. I ignored that advice for months, but when I finally got that bike fit, I could see how my bike was most likely undoing Kathleen's therapy. So I learned to listed to my PT all of the time. Kathleen has always met my energy and has always clearly communicated with me. Given her doctoral degree, athletic experience, and PT experience, she could always address my questions in an action-oriented manner, and I'm really grateful for that. I feel as if I can ask her any question and receive a detailed and helpful answer. The PT assistants are also professional and helpful. They are great to work with. I can't be happier that I found Evolution PT and Kathleen. read more

I have Kelsea as my PT, as she specializes in women's health, and I can vouch that her and the rest of the team are incredible PTs/aides/patient care specialists that truly do care about your rehab and getting you back to doing the things that YOU CARE ABOUT. I am also a healthcare, medical professional and can attest that these Doctors of physical therapy have a STRONG orthopedic sports background and have an extensively wide knowledge base of orthopedic and neuromuscular diagnoses. From someone who was having extensive pain where standing and walking was difficult to now being able to walk a whole day at Disneyland, weight lift, and perform various sport activities, their leadership and guidance is essential in getting back to an active lifestyle. But don't be fooled, they are also great at working with those patient populations whom just want to get back to living your daily life - whatever that means for you! Highly recommend and definitely recommend calling to book an appointment! read more

I've been to this location to see Chelsea and Kathleen for several issues now and love the PTs, office manager and results! The Southbay (Hawthorne) location is easier to schedule vs. Playa Vista and there are a few dedicated parking spots out front. More importantly, I've seen great results and will continue to be a patient/customer! read more

I just discharged from PT today and am extremely glad I came to Evolution to work with Joluis. The facility itself is great and everyone is friendly. Jo was knowledgeable, seamless to work with, and I'd recommend him to any of my family or friends. Thank you Joluis and the Evolution team! read more

Joluis and Evolution PT have been a complete game changer for me. I can't imagine having a better PT guru than Joluis. He is incredibly knowledgeable, attentive, and thorough in everything he does. I feel like I am getting exceptional personalized expertise every time I go in and he works on my shoulder for about 30 mins before I start my exercises. I had my first ever (shoulder) surgery at the end of April and started going to Evolution a month later once I got out of the sling. I have been going several times a week and Jo has been able to get me ahead of schedule on my recovery and my shoulder feels strong, stable, and no pain. He is a magician with the body and his wealth of knowledge, especially when it comes to fitness and performance goals, is unmatched. I wasn't supposed to be able to get back in the pool or lifting weights for at least three months and two month later i am back at it! Love the facility, love the assistants, love the vibes. It's a really great spot and I am very impressed. Highly recommend and will be so sad when I'm all healed and don't need to go anymore :( read more

It's been a long 7 months at Evolution now, and it's truly improving my situation(s). I have multiple areas that are affected on my body - and will likely need pt for the rest of my life. I'm super happy that I found this place - more specifically Kari, and her fantastic team. It's not where you go to take it easy, that's for sure; but so worth the effort read more

I've gone to Devin on and off for years now for help with a variety of issues and injuries that have arisen over the course of Ironman training. Devin has been an immense help, whether that was recovering from an acute injury (e.g. throwing out my back), a surgery recovery (torn and repaired oblique / sports hernia) or helping with general mobility and injury prevention as various running-induced nags arise (tibial tendonitis, hamstring strains, etc). In all cases, not only did I get abundant in person attention, but also got coached on how to maintain an at-home routine. Devin has a wealth of knowledge and tools in his toolkit (stretches, exercises, massage, cupping, taping, etc). The other folks working there are great too. Matt at the front desk is a super nice guy and very responsive. Finally, the facility is very cool with tons of space and all the equipment you need. Overall, can't recommend this group enough!! read more

This place is amazing. Kathleen healed TWO different nagging injuries: shoulder & knee!

Evolution PT is the best! They helped me get my strength in my legs back so that I could rock climb again. Devin Blessing is really knowledgeable about physiology and will help get you back on track. I've been to a LOT of different physical therapists and I love the space down in Torrance the best out of all of them thus far, the large open warehouse provides ample opportunity for short distance mobility work. They have really great equipment and technology as well. I totally recommend going to Evolution PT for your physical therapy needs. They play great music too! Thanks Devin :) read more

Evolution Physical Therapy - Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) helped me get my quad strength back faster and more efficiently. - Physical Therapy Near Me - Hawthorne, California

I have Kelsey and she is awesome, helping me through my injury. Place is nice and clean.

This place was great! I liked the care I received from Kathleen and Natalie but I'm still not sure why I'm dealing with billing issues 6+ month after my final appointment date. Literally, they are calling to warn me they are going to bill me and then when I get the bill it has no explanation for why the long delay or if this is even going to be final. Complaining about my insurer to me the customer does little good. I was referred as in-network, but then it was not? read more

Natalie helped me recover from shin splints and patella tendinopathy. Very nice facility and staff. Scheduling was easy and Natalie was knowledgeable and helpful. read more

If you're scrolling through PT options like I was a few months ago let me tell you, you've found THE place! I had a femur fracture (I don't recommend it) at the end of 2019 and as a first responder, my main concern was not only being able to walk normally again and feel "fine" but to get to a point where I felt confident I could perform during a physically demanding situation and help others. Seeing that Evolution PT works with a lot of athletes and people with very active lifestyles I knew I wanted to visit them. I'm in a much better place now and like I always say, "It's all thanks to Kathleen, I just do what she says". Kathleen has been my PT since late 2019 and I'm very thankful for all of her help. She's like a magician with a bag full of tricks ready to address different concerns. She's helped me through the recovery process from getting off crutches, walking normally, and getting stronger again along with answering the countless questions I have. Throughout the entire process, I've felt very supported by both Kathleen and the amazing PT aides, but also challenged which has allowed me to make great progress. She's been great at pushing me beyond what I feel I can do and helping me regain that confidence but also course correcting if I'm not ready for something. At the same time, she's always open to making modifications if I feel something is becoming too easy. Either way, I've always walked away from every session feeling that progress has been made which keeps me looking forward to the next. Overall, everyone at Evolution has been extremely kind and supportive even if I haven't worked with them personally. I know they take great pride in helping everyone who walks through their doors. If you're looking for a team of kind, extremely knowledgable, and supportive PT's with great music playlists, I highlight encourage you to give Evolution PT a visit! read more

Evolution Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy Near Me - Hawthorne, California

I want to start off by saying anyone in this career field deserve recognition for the support they give to us people in need especially during times like this .. but I would like to give a special thanks to the people like Matt, Kathleen, Kyle & my personal PT therapist Kelsea for going above & beyond day in & day out every time I walk through those doors. They make my days a lot easier & 9/10 highlight my week whenever I leave a session, this doesn't seem like just a job to them & I couldn't ask for a better support team. Thank you again guys, forever appreciated. Best, André read more

I'm 24 years old and have had wrist pain for over two years. This issue has affected me so negatively - I began to lose hope. I've been to another physical therapist place for months and my wrist never got better. I am so glad I came here! I thought the issue was just my wrist pain, but little did I know it was much more than that. Coming here was the best decision I've ever made in my life! Devin evaluated my situation and is very knowledgeable with everything. I really can't believe that my wrist has been getting better. At first I would feel pain every hour of every single day and now it hardly ever hurts. I've only been here for a few weeks!!! Not only am I getting physically better, I am emotionally and mentally happier with these results. I am learning more about my body and about ways I can improve my health and lifestyle for the future. Words cannot express my gratitude for the work these people do for people like me. With that being said, thank you Devin & Chris for everything! Devin really knows his information and will answer every question I come up with (wrist related or even regular exercise science related) If you're looking for a life changing experience, go here and work hard! You will get better. You'll be in good hands. read more

I have received great care at Evolution. I am currently working with JoLuis to address lower back problems. He has been extremely attentive and highly knowledgeable about appropriate exercises and routines to address my problems. I would highly recommend him. I also previously worked with Devin to address my needs after knee surgery. This treatment also worked out very well and my knees responded very positively to the physical therapy at Evolution. read more

This review is long overdue. I've been going to physical therapy with Kathleen for the last year or so, maybe longer. I've seen countless physical therapists over the years, and no one has been able to help me or understand my body the way Kathleen does. Kathleen is the most amazing physical therapist I have ever encountered in my whole life, has an understanding of the human body that is unparalleled. I'm so grateful for everything Kathleen does for me, her patience, her understanding, how much she listens to me and my experience. She actually listens to what's going on and can make adjustments to the exercises to challenge and continue to increase your strength, agility, muscle memory, stiffness, whatever the issue is. I don't know who determines Kathleen's salary but she should definitely get a raise for her expertise and amazingness. I hope all the good things in the world happen to Kathleen. It is notable to mention that all other staff that works here is amazing too, from the aides, the person who works the front desk (Jennie ), and the other PTs like natalie and the others whose names I don't remember. I would recommend Evolution PT & Kathleen TO ANYONE!!! Age, body type, all types of people would benefit from going to Evolution PT. I cannot emphasize ENOUGH how amazing Kathleen is. read more

I don't think my wife (age 72) and I (age 69) have ever posted a YELP review before but we do like to let those, who provide superior service, know of our gratitude and let others, interested in quality physical therapy, know of our experience. Long story short, although we have walked 4-6 miles almost daily for approx. five years we have noticed that we've gotten "stiffer"/less "flexible", less "strong" and concerned that we didn't want "balance" to ever become a serious issue for us. In addition, we found ourselves with seemingly a litany of skeletal issues including back, hip, knee, ankle and toe pain in addition to what we have come to accept are simply the various daily aches and pains relating to aging. Although many typically think of "personal trainers" we felt that trained/professional "doctors of physical therapy" made more sense to us. Fortunately, our eldest daughter (age 44), and Ironman, highly recommended Evolution Physical Therapy since her "Tower 26" coach referred her to them for some issues she's personally has had in the past. Suffice to say, my wife and I are so grateful to our Drs. Kathleen and Chelsea. They both have been amazing and I don't use that word often. They are consummate professionals, highly trained, extremely attentive/responsive to our particular issues, patient, pleasant, concerned, prepared/thorough and never once have we felt as if we were at a "mill" or a "number" over the two months we have seen them twice a week for an hour. We also try to be as religious as we can on our "off days" doing their prescribed home exercises to maximize our improvement. We could not be more pleased and grateful. read more

I want to give a s/o to Kelsea @evolutionptfit Hawthorne for changing my athletic life. As a mature athlete, I was having major knee pain and thought I was going to need knee replacement surgery but thank goodness I didn't have to. After working with Kelsea for 5 months I was able to complete the LA Marathon on Sunday without any knee pain. Having the right physical therapist is a game changer. This year I am racing in 3 marathons. One down and two to go. I'm coming for you Berlin. Thanks again, Kelsea, and the incredible staff. read more

Evolution Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy Near Me - Hawthorne, California

I love Evolution PT! The facility is wonderfully clean with an open & airy gym space. The staff is friendly and ready to help. But most importantly, I have shown great improvement in healing my injury and feeling stronger & more capable than before I started. I would definitely recommend anyone to try this place out! read more

They helped me a bunch when my back went out last month. I'm doing a lot better now! Thanks team!

I worked with Kathleen and her team at the South Bay location. This team pushed me harder than any PT team I've worked with previously and I am so grateful for them. I have been dealing with nagging sports injuries for a few years that have been really frustrating. I was disappointed with most of the doctors and PT teams that I worked with but from the 1st moment I started working with the Evolution team, I could tell they were experts and we started making progress quickly. Within a month of 2-3 times a week visits, I was back up to almost full speed and have a list of exercises that I will continue to do to help prevent further injury. The facility is great, it's a large warehouse/hangar space and reminded me of a crossfit gym, rather than a doctor's office. I am recommending evolution to all of my friends who can afford it/are covered by their insurance. Game changer! read more

Kathleen and her team are great! I found out about Evolution Physical Therapy through my running club and decided to try them out when I had developed posterior tibial tendonitis on my left foot. They did not disappoint! Kathleen is very knowledgeable and understands how to treat running related injuries. I had complete confidence in her as she is a runner herself which was reassuring since I wanted to see a PT who understands what runners go through. After doing an initial evaluation and identifying my weak areas that likely caused my injury, she quickly put me on an exercise plan that got me moving in the right direction. It was only a little over a week after my initial appointment, I was up and running again every other day, gradually increasing my mileage back to normal. I had signed up for the Manhattan Beach 10K prior to my injury and was even able to run that after just a little over 2 weeks of PT. And the best part, I had no setbacks! I had some hesitations on running it, but Kathleen said she didn't see an issue and to see how I feel the morning of. I'm glad I had listened to her! I continued going to PT for a few weeks after and gradually got stronger as time went on. At the end of treatment, Kathleen does a re-evaluation to see how much improvement you've made, which I thought was great because you can see how far you've come since starting. Not only that, but she'll send you a list of home exercises to continue doing, so that you can keep up the progress you've made. I can honestly say, I can feel the difference in my running and all the pain from my injury is gone. I ran 12 miles this past weekend! I would highly recommend Evolution Physical Therapy if you are in need of a PT. Kathleen was awesome and now I know where to go if I ever have another injury that needs treatment. Thank you Kathleen and the Evolution team! read more

Kelsea is a great Therapist. She listens to all your issues and discomforts, analyzes it, and then provides workouts to address each and every concern you have. Highly recommended!! read more

This is an unusual place, all the physical therapists are all athletic and understand athletes well. Kathleen is a runner and I am a runner and I am getting myself treated for an Achilles injury, and she is showing me ways to recover that I have been to two other physical therapists, that they have not used in their approach read more

Physical therapy for 2 knee replacements with this group. Really enjoyed getting up and doing my PT workout. Great happy staff, therapists & assistants. read more

Cannot recommend the team from Evolution Physical Therapy enough. Had some issues with rolling my ankles a few times while running. Kathleen and team helped me with recovery and strengthening exercises to help avoid the issue in the future. Very easy place to visit during COVID and they followed all protocols. read more

I'm not exactly sure, but I would say I'm around week 10 of rehabbing my knee after having some patella pain in my right knee from cycling. The rehabilitation process was up and down, with some weeks better and worse than the previous week. Kathleen assured me that improvements in my knee wasn't going to feel constant but over time I just needed to stick to the course, and things would get better. I can tell you today that it does finally feel pain free especially while on my bike. Evolution Fitness will give you all the tools and knowledge that you'll need to rehab injuries. You just need to give them the effort and dedication. read more

Natalie has been helping me rehab a chronic shoulder condition and I finally have hope that I can improve, even after the sessions are over. She is really understanding and listens to my needs. Some days I can handle a lot more reps and intensity than others. On days when I'm struggling she helps with recovery and managing inflammation. On these days I always feel better than when I came in. I've worked with other types of doctors and PTs but no one has been able to help me understand the root cause of the pain the way she has, and that has helped tremendously since I can easily re-injure from my work posture if I'm not being thoughtful about how I move. Thanks Natalie!!! read more

I went to get some help with knee and shoulder pain. Kathleen was so helpful. We went through my issues, she gave me some work to do at home and really helpful exercises to work on there. She was attentive and engaged. She answered my questions and worked with me to make sure I was no longer in pain. I was able to make progress on strengthening those areas so I could get back to running and being active, pain-free. read more

To wrap up before going to details! I am forever grateful to Devin Blessing and Evolution physical therapy for giving me the ability and confidence to start playing tennis again, something that seemed impossible due to numerous injuries that happened during my pro tennis years. The injuries started with my knees, then my left achilles fully snapped during a game. Even after my achilles surgery and recovery I was not prepared physically and mentally to play again. Every time I played there were more injuries, so I stopped playing tennis couple years ago. I started my PT sessions with Devin last year at Evolution Playa Vista then followed him to Evolution South Bay. He is very knowledgeable, passionate and always on top of his game. After months of consistent PT sessions with Devin and daily exercises directed by him, I was able to start my tennis practices and see improvement week by week. We go over my practices and areas that I need to improve, then he adds more focused exercises and treatments that helps my game and also prevents less pressure on my knees and achilles. He is doing an exceptional job. If you are an athlete suffering from an injury, Evolution is highly recommended. Also their new facility is an amazing place ! Spacious and architecturally interesting. read more

Excellent facility with amazing physical therapists. Much flexibility with scheduling appointments and exceptionally cleaning procedures amidst the current pandemic. Kathleen O'Neill has been doing an amazing job of taking care of me. Highly recommend to anyone in need of physical therapy! read more

Evolution and Kathleen were great! Helped me rehab an Grade III AC separation in a matter of eight weeks, while staying active! 10/10, would highly recommend! read more

I had disc herniation at L4/L5 area and was recommended to Kathleen by a friend. My experience there was fantastic. The staff is very knowledgeable, patient and also very nice and friendly. I've been going there for about 3 months and every week we made great progress. I didn't think I would be able to go run around, play tennis and be active again but Kathleen and the team made it happens. This was also happening during Covid and they did a great job of spacing everyone out and cleaned the tables and equipment regularly. I felt very safe while there. Highly recommend this place and will be going back there for any issues (hopefully not anytime soon) read more