Luke Anderson is probably the best physical therapist you'll ever find. I came in dealing with long-term issues that had me barely functional, and within a few sessions he had me moving better than I had in years -- not just physically, but mentally as well. He has this rare ability to really see what's going on and guide you through it with zero fluff. It's almost certain that within a few years it's going to be impossible to book him unless you're an A-list celebrity or top executive, so don't put it off -- get in there while you still can. Huge thanks to the entire team at G3 Physical Therapy & Wellness for creating such a high-level environment. Highly recommend. read more

few years back I tore my hamstring and had big surgery. After, my (famous) surgeon sent me to PT & G3 was the only north county pt he would approve. He said their functional methods were best. My healing has been spectacular and with their help I've learned to prevent that and other injuries in the future too I know Medicare & thru navigated that part of it as well. i'm not one of the regulars and I wouldn't go anywhere else. it's such a positive motivational and fun place to be healed and strong. read more

I went to G3 for a repetitive stress injury in one of my arms. I had been having pain in that arm for about 6 months and the exercises and recommendations I found on the internet weren't working so I decided to see a professional. Within a few weeks of going to G3 I was feeling much better and two months later I am now pain free in my arm! My therapist was Luke and I would definitely recommend him. He gave me some good exercises that I will continue to do. He did some great hands on massage that really worked out a lot of the stubborn adhesions in my arm and back. This is the second time I've gone to G3 and I've been happy with them both times. read more

I have Sam as my physical therapist. The Encinitas location is second to none. Sam is very professional and very detail oriented. I have tried other places and had no idea you could have such a successful experience. I had knee surgery and then another surgery and Sam has me strong and on target. Friendly environment and welcoming. read more

I go to the Solana Beach office, Tom is my PT and he is very good. He knows the anatomy of the body very well and gives me the treatment necessary to improve my pain. I feel very safe going there, the staff and Kelly the manager are very nice. I have chronic pain and have used many PT before and this experience is very different. I advice people to go and try them. read more

David Cisneros, the best physical therapist I know I suffered from knee pain for the last 15 years. Following the successful knee replacement surgery, physical therapy was just as important as the surgery itself. I have visited several physical therapy centers in my area before my surgery. Since I was satisfied with the last one, I went there again for my post-operation therapy. David Cisneros who I had never met before took care of me. It is great working with a physical therapist like David. I have never come across such a physical therapist who has passion to his profession, knows the body anatomy and solves the problems in the most efficient way and in a short time. Once I got to know David and his young assistants, and followed their instructions my recovery process gave me hope and now I am back to my healthy life. read more

Highly recommend Richelle R. (PT, DPT). She initiated an insightful assessment and produced an effective manual (table work) and physical therapy (floor work) plan with early, steady and reassuring results. In addition to direct work with me, she directs G3's talented and enthusiastic team on the floor who also monitor and step in to guide me through Richelle's floor therapy work sequence as posted on the whiteboard. They, in constant communication with Richelle, observe and correct me in my stretches and equipment use. This studio is upbeat and has a perfect balance of professionalism, personality, teamwork and positive energy. The process used here is efficient, and I was able to get an initial assessment appointment quickly. read more

Highly recommend David as your physical therapist. I went from back spasms every night and lower back pain all day to full mobility in a few months. David truly cares about his patients. He gave me a ton of pointers on my stretches. Most therapists at other offices just give you the stretches and set you loose. Was very nice having a PT that cares and is motivated read more

Excellent experience! I found this company searching here on Yelp. I had injured my knee and could barely walk. They got me in same day. One treatment made a huge difference! The owner and staff are friendly and gave me lots of care to address the injury which is almost resolved after 2 sessions. I have been to both locations (Encinitas and Solana Beach), and will continue treatments for arthritis and other areas that need attention. Excellent therapists. They do hands on therapy, functional movement, ice/muscle stimulation and laser. Great atmosphere and attitude of positivity; it feels good going in! Excited to get custom orthotics to support my feet/ankles/knees. read more

The best PT place in town! The therapists and PT aid are all very knowledgeable and very caring including the administrative staff!!! Both my husband & I use G3 PT to help us recover from our injury & from surgery. I really like the excellent customer service of the staff such as a text reminder of your next appointment it's very helpful! I would highly recommend this place to everyone who needs it! read more

G3 was my first experience with physical therapy, and it has changed my life. My therapist was Kevin, and he has helped heal my tennis elbow/tendonosis due to repetitive motion (not tennis). I had basically become non-functional after letting the pain go for too long. When my doctor referred me to PT, I admit that I didn't have high hopes for improvement, and was ready to retire at the age of 44 (my work includes a lot of repetitive motion with my arms and hands).... Kevin reassured me that it would improve with therapy, and I noticed results within 1-2 weeks. PT was so much more than I expected it to be - I had stretches, strength training, laser treatments, and more... After 8 weeks, I am happy to report that I am now back to using my arm, and feel stronger than ever. I am so grateful to everyone at G3 for all the support in getting me working again! **Side note: Mike made me excellent orthotics! I highly recommend G3 for physical therapy! read more

After suffering from back and hip pain for 10 years, numerous therapies and cortisone shots it was my orthopedic surgeon who said to give G3 a go before thinking about surgery. So glad I did. Thank you Alex and all the staff for looking after me. My mobility is almost back 100% and back pain is no longer stopping me doing things I love. The atmosphere is fun and casual and you get to know all the therapists, aides and clients as if family. They really care! Also thank you for being open during the pandemic and using all the cautionary measures to keep us safe whilst being able to continue therapy. G3 IS THE BEST!!! read more

If I could give them 0 stars I would. I've never met so many unhappy rude people working in one location. I highly discouraged you from visiting this physical therapy office. They are very unprofessional and care more about the cash flow then the community in which it serves. read more

My doctor painted a bleak picture for me and the future of my shoulder injury. She and I discussed cortisone shots and the possibility of surgery, but thankfully she mentioned trying physical therapy first. She suggested a different facility but I insisted on G3. I had a positive experience here a couple years earlier after a car accident and saw Monica. She's pretty great! This time around I have the privilege of working with Kevin. He's pretty amazing too, and has done wonders for my shoulder! It's still a work in progress- it was pretty messed up- but I confidently cancelled my appointment with an orthopedist and know with perseverance and Kevin's expertise I will continue to improve. (No shots or surgery for me!) It's always a bummer when you have an injury/pain, but you can trust in the whole G3 team to get you where you need to be. I highly recommended them! This is my review from a couple years ago: I'm very happy with the care I'm receiving at G3. Everybody is so friendly and upbeat. Monica is my PT and she is amazing! The PT students are great! I'm super uncoordinated and they are so patient with me during stretches and exercises. You can tell that they love people and love what they do. I'm so happy I found them read more

Absolutely my favorite place to go for rehab and physical therapy. They make the workouts fun and show compassion for each and every one of us coming in . No matter what level of progress you're at, the are there for you, encouraging you and adjusting the level of difficulty to meet individual needs. The best part is I've sent friends there and it's thumbs up from them as well. They play music which puts you in a good mood. The therapists are wonderful and so are the assistants. I've been in therapy for a long time and G3 is the first and only office that has helped me to build my strength up. Grateful and happy. read more

Omg tennis elbow anyone? I have had tennis elbow pain for such a long time. Just dealt with it whn playing any racquet sport bc i didnt play tennis/rball/pingpong often. Once i got into pickleball, however, i became addicted and wanted to play all the time. My t elbow came back all the time. Id wrap it, ice it, massage it, chg paddles, wore braces but they never worked. Started going to g3 pt, and met Geoff. Geoff changed my life and healed my t elbow. I went maybe 4 times, once a week, where i spent an hour working w G on healing my t elbow through massaging, stretches, weights and taping. The best part if this is, i didnt hv to stop playing while i was receiving therapy!! He just taped my arm and i left it on for a couple of days while nonstop playing pb. My t elbow went away and it has not returned. Not even a hint. Go with Geoff!!! This was abt a year ago and it hasnt come back. Life changing. read more

Great service, competent staff, and good personalities. I highly recommend Nina. She goes above and beyond to understand your problem, develop a plan, and treat. She spends the time to treat the problem in a theorputic way and strengthen the underlying conditions. I highly recommend Nina and G3 read more

The staff at G3 is like family! I honestly believe Monica knows me and my restrictions better than my GP. All the aids are attentive and instructive as I'm doing stretching and strengthening exercises. Best of all: I've gotten amazing results. My pain levels are way down and my flexibility is up. read more

This place is awesome. Every single person who works there is 100% focused on making each client get better - and they do it with a smile and in a fun way. You go in there hurting and come out feeling great physically and emotionally. Thanks to the entire team especially Holly and Alex! read more

I found G3 because I took my Dad to the dentist. It is amazing. I have already worked with Johnny and Bree and they were both caring and kind and took time out of their busy schedules to chat with me. Amer, the massage therapist has the most amazing hands. He used to be a Kung fu master in Syria. Fabulous find. Highly recommend! read more

Awesome place. They seem to care about a persons health more than dollars. They are accommodating with times and customize treatment to the patient. Well done read more

By far the best PT organization ever. Best therapists - by far- best assistants, best office staff. Whether you need help with recovery, maintenance or improvement G3 is the place to be. Safe, well equipped facilities as well. M.Palusso read more

I really wish I could give a higher rating, just because the people here are so nice! But unfortunately, I have to give a rating based on experience. This PT center is based on the philosophy of Gary Gray, which is oriented towards sports medicine. So all the treatment approaches are focused on a system that is very standardized, not personalized for each patient. If you are a runner or athlete with an injury, this may be a good option for you to retrain your muscles and restore balance. But for most people, this approach is very indirect and does not focus on your primary complaint. For me personally, I've received PT from at least 6 different providers in SD and OC over the last 12 yrs and have been very happy with the care and the process for most of them. So I think that as a client, I have a pretty good idea of what to expect from a PT provider. Here are some questions that I tend to ask a PT provider: 1. What type of certification do you have? Do you have specialized certifications for the area that I'm seeking treatment for? Do you regularly take continuing education courses to refine your skills? How much emphasis on ortho vs soft tissue? 2. Do you offer treatment that incorporates Pilates or Yoga? 3. How is the time structured between certified physical therapists vs PT aides? (How much time are you going to spend with me personally?) 4. Can you describe a typical visit? How much time is "hands on" vs independent exercises? 5. Is your primary treatment philosophy a hands-on approach i.e. receiving manipulation from the therapist vs. hands-off with the client doing stretching and mobility exercises? 6. Do you use standard PT tools to assist with inflammation and healing such as ice, heat packs, Kinesiologie tape, electro-stimulation, etc. 7. How do you do assessments and evaluate progress? 8. What kind of environment is your facility? Where does most treatment take place? When I visited G3, I shared my concerns about my diastasis recti (which we later learned was more related to diaphragm strength and positioning). In the process of the visits over three weeks, I talked about the success I've had in using pilates and yoga and other techniques to lengthen and strengthen core abdominals and the pelvis. But the answer I received is that these techniques are contrary to the program and that they aren't as helpful in the long run. (??) I observed that pretty much all clients are given the SAME EXACT EXERCISES, regardless of their complaint. So if you go in with a problem with your shoulder or abdominals (i.e trunk), you will find yourself doing endless reps of calf stretches, hamstring stretches, and other leg stretches. Obviously, there is some benefit to stretching your major leg muscles to improve balance and mobility, but this is not the most direct approach to healing injuries on the trunk or upper extremities. The routine is essentially the same for everyone: 10 minutes of warm up on the treadmill or bike, followed by endless stretches in "the cage" that is monitored by a PT aide, and then possibly some hands-on treatment on injured area by a PT, followed by more stretches and instruction given by an aide. I have no doubt that there are some great success stories here, but I would much rather have personalized, hands-on treatment that is geared towards my specific injury to make the best use of my time and to expedite the process of healing. read more

I destroyed my left shoulder with a posterior dislocation. Tore the bicep tendon, tore the rotator cuff, tore all the labrum cartilage and tore a muscle in the back of the shoulder/shoulder blade called the Supra Spinatus I now have 98% range of motion, I am at 75 percent strength and rising My surgeon never thought i would have more than 50 percent The people at G3 are amazing....Knowledge base is high and they stay involved in new methods on a daily basis Great sense of humor and professionalism from Tom who mainly worked on me, From Dr Mike Van Gilder and Holly who all worked on me and set the tone, set up the goals and strategies All I can say is "THANK U MIKE and YOUR TEAM" read more

For years I have had reoccurring disk problems (L-4, L-5) and more recently right hip stiffness (diagnosed as arthritis). My doctor prescribed physical therapy. I have been to another local therapists in the past and I did not get much relief. So, I made an appointment at G3. The front desk staff is very courteous and helpful. The hands on therapist does an excellent job of finding what needs work and instructing me what to do on my own at home. After several visits, I am getting my range of motion back in my hip and relief in my back. The staff is friendly and everyone I worked with was knowledgeable about instructing me on stretches and exercises to help with my physical issues. I am still going here and once I "graduate" if I ever need PT again, I will return to G3. read more

Anyone who knows what I've been going through the past few years can really see the positive results this team has helped me to achieve . Brie is absolutely amazing and understand when treating my multiple ailments. I couldn't have found a better experience or devoted therapist in all the land. They actually make it an energetically enthusiastic undergoing that makes you feel welcome as you walk through the door and drives that positive "I want to get better" attitude. Keep up the Awesome work! Mahalo & Namaste read more

I found G3 from a friend at my 24hr. gym. She told me to try it and I have been going there for over 3 years now. It is the friendliest therapy facility I have ever found. Mike really has the magic touch to find therapist who are so personable and really take interest in their patients. I was having bad knee pain and wanted to strengthen my body. After some time I went to my knee surgeon and he recommended a full knee replacement. I had a full knee replacement a year ago February and Dr. Hajnik did an outstanding job. He also did a partial replacement on my left knee. I didn't even have to take pain meds. After 2 weeks I started going back to G3 for therapy and they have really helped me get my strength back and my mobility has improved 100%. I think I have had all the therapist work on me and I have no complaints, they are all very good. It is like part of your family! Love you all. read more

G3 is awesome in every facet. The Physical therapists are highly aware of how the body works as one system and they're consistently striving to expand their knowledge base in order to provide the best therapy possible. I worked mainly with Bri and Alex as well as Tom and Kevin. They took the time to explain the philosophies behind specific exercises and inquired about patient's well-being at the beginning and end of every session. The administrative team is unwaveringly friendly and helpful in booking/cancelling appointments. The Physical therapist aids are ready to learn and support their PTs. Every person genuinely cares about the patients and they provide a fun-loving, inclusive atmosphere where patients can successfully improve injuries/ailments. I will definitely be coming back with any PT need and recommend others to do the same! read more

I was sent here not by choice. With COVID19, you would think this place would clean constantly. This place looks dirty. I had a young guy put a heating pad on me without telling me exactly what he was going to do. read more

I've been going to G3 for almost 4 months now and I can't say enough great things about them. I work mostly with Tom and Alex. They are filled with all kinds of PT nerd terms and it's obvious the whole staff loves their craft. The whole vibe of the place is a fun one and very positive. I haven't had any insurance issues and once when I had questions about some paperwork I got, the front desk folks dug into it for me. I find it pretty odd that Yelpers have found a gripe with G3. Personally, this place has been great to me in helping me recovery from an ACL injury. I must be honest, there is one bad thing and it almost cost them a star. ;) The owner is a very subtle Green Bay Packers fan. He's mellow about it, so I can live with it! Go there! read more

G3 is fantastic! I have been going for the past 6 months and have 6 more (for my ruptured Achilles). All of the physical therapists are kind, patient, and knowledgeable. I especially love mine, Kevin and Nina. Kevin works hard to come up with specific individualized plans for me each week, based on my goals and abilities. I often have to bring one of more of my young boys, who can terrorize their place, but they all are so kind and accommodating and distract them so mom can get her exercises done. I am very grateful for Kevin, especially, who has my made my recovery smooth, easy, and enjoyable. I would highly recommend G3 to anyone needing physical therapy. I recently transitioned to the Solana Beach location, which is just as conveniently located as the Encinitas one, and is very nice as well. Good light, and spacious! read more

I was approved for a knee replacement 2 years ago when I was 72. I chose G3 PT instead. Mike and his great team have treated me weekly since then with compassion and in a friendly environment. I continue to play 10 hours of high level pickleball per week and other physical activates with limited distress. My knee surgeon now says I could have up to another 2 years before knee replacement. Can't thank them enough....Dave E, Carlsbad read more

I went to a Chiropractor, active release specialist and massage therapist and none of it resolved the hip and back pain I was experiencing, so my doctor referred me to G3. My issues were challenging, but Brianna was able to get me back on track. She is incredibly knowledgeable and skilled and made the process enjoyable. The entire crew at G3 were pleasant and helpful. I can't say enough and I am recommending Brie to everyone I know. I feel like I have my life back. Thanks Brie!! read more

The PTs are all very nice. The front desk women/girls are not very friendly. They are usually busy with their computer work or talking to each other. Don't say hello or good-bye. The PTs are all very nice. The environment feels more like Romper Room than a serious place to get better. They love to talk across the room to each other -- personal joking around, throwing paper into wastebaskets, etc. Clients seem to all be given the same "work outs". I did not go for a couple of weeks (after going 2x/week) and no one called to see how I was doing or what was going on with me. I called to say I would not be coming back and no one called to ask me why or follow up in any way. I went to Spine & Sport PT (in Encinitas) and love it. I get great PT with PTs who really get involved and take my healing seriously! read more

I have used G3 for torn Achilles PT and for torn rotator cuff PT. There is no other place I would use for Physical Therapy. My wife and I visited 2 other PT facilities before I went to G3 and both my wife and I agreed that G3 was the place to go. The staff is friendly, outgoing, knew what they were doing, and that makes it easy to keep returning for sessions. Mike, Tom, and the whole staff worked together to get me back up and going as quick as was possible. I am back doing life and on the golf course swinging away. The facility is clean and the location easy to get to. If I ever need more PT I will definitely use G3. read more

Have been going for therapy for the past two months. Brie has done an amazing job helping me through recovery and reducing pain while increasing mobility. Not only is she patient, she explains what she is doing and why it helps. The rest of the staff from reception to PT assistants are always pleasant, patient and remember everyone's name. They make you feel welcome and are all there to help. read more

Great group of employees at G3.... very attentive. Brianna is outstanding. She is extremely knowledgeable and confident in a way that puts you at ease. read more

Kevin at G3 Solana Beach is an awesome Physical Therapist. He listens and plans effective and safe workouts. I'm getting mobility and range of motion back and seeing the chiropractor less. PT works and G3 Solana Beach has a fun and positive atmosphere. Every staff member is professional and friendly. Every piece of equipment is sanitized. I leave feeling better than when I got there mentally and physically. read more

When I first started here I had a pretty good physical therapist that worked hands-on with me however she moved and then I had to use several different physical therapist who really were not familiar with my condition. The main thing I noticed is that they do the same exercises on every single person here that's coming for physical therapy. Each patient is unique and has different needs sometimes it's not about working the core sometimes it's about actually rehabbing an injury or issue going on with the patient therefore I have switched to a different physical therapy center. read more

I had full knee replacement in May and have been going to G3 for my recovery pt. Jeff, my therapist has been awesome. Mine is not an easy case, but he has been patient and really worked hard getting me to where I need to be. He is a great listener and takes a vested interest in making sure his clients make progress. The facility is very clean and they are great at cleaning down equipment after every use. I was a little apprehensive about going to PT due to coronavirus, but I feel very safe in this environment. All the assistants are very helpful too, they all work as a team. read more