Great staff. Good PT. I WILL BE GOING BACK AS SOON AS I CAN. I'm currently recovering from back surgery and when I'm done with home pt I plan to return read more

Great staff, great place to receive treatment, shout out to Andy and Maya for always providing top notch therapy and being super informative and willing to answer questions. I went to another physical therapy clinic to receive treatment following a broken leg surgery. I felt like I wasted months of my team and got little to no results. I went to innovative and started therapy with Andy and I have made leaps and bounds. Thanks team. read more

I came to Innovative PT for hip bursitis. Brandon Brym was my therapist and I can't say enough great things about both Brandon and IPT. Going into this I had very tight hip flexors and the inflamed bursa on my left hip was quite uncomfortable. After two months of focused strategic exercises not only am I cured of my bursitis, but all the stretching has also addressed my arthritis. I enjoyed speaking with Brandon each week as he was excellent at explaining what we were doing, how it works with my muscles and what I could expect as a result. When adjustments were necessary Brandon was able to modify certain exercises to address my particular situation. I have no doubt all the therapists at IPT are good but if you really are interested in someone that is smart and can speak to your issues in a manner that will help you for the long term then I would highly recommend you ask for Brandon. read more

Phenomenal team, only place I swear by! Lindy is the best Physical Therapist I've ever worked with. I found her because I was looking for a Doctor of Physical Therapy certified in Manual Manipulation to get adjustments. I have hypermobile hips and was experiencing lower back pain and hip pain due to muscle imbalances. She guided me each week through the perfect rehab approach that was gradual - never aggravated any pain, and I physically feel way stronger than ever. Before my glutes were inactive and now I feel them firing and shaking when I do my exercises. If you're in pain and looking for help, definitely book an appointment!! read more

This is a much overdue review for Innovative Physical Therapy. I had a great experience with Maya! She listens and works hard to find the right exercises to target your specific needs. I had significant improvement in flexibility and pain reduction during my time with her. I feel equipped to continue therapy at home for the long haul. Maya and the staff will go to bat for you to help in insurance cooperation. The facility is clean, well run and covid protocol is safely followed. Everyone there is friendly and professional. I would highly recommend to anyone looking for a physical therapist! read more

I saw both Marilyn for TMJ which I had dealt with for years and Justin for plantar fasciitis that I had dealt with for months and months. I could hardly open my mouth without severe pain before being treated by Marilyn, now my jaw is largely pain free and mobile again. Even after COVID hit, Justin helped me develop a home running regimen for myself so I could continue my progress after my sessions were done. I learned tons of home strengthening and stretching for each condition to do on my own after receiving treatment. For both being long standing chronic issues, I was able to heal and increase mobility and get back to my normal activities that I had been missing out on. Innovative PT keeps the facility clean and the staff is very friendly, helpful and engaged. I highly recommend to anyone suffering from chronic conditions before waiting your money on invasive, ineffective treatments. read more

I trust Innovative Physical Therapy. Marilyn and Lindy are outside-the-box thinkers who truly are INNOVATIVE. They take the time to communicate, listen, and make you feel comfortable. They have the ability to understand what I am describing even when I know I am not doing a good job of articulating my symptoms. They have exceeded my expectations more than once and surprised me with the results. read more

I started sessions with Lindy via zoom about a week into quarantine due to intense hip pain and can say, without hesitation, it saved every ounce of my wellbeing over the past five months. Once the lockdown happened and I couldn't attend classes at my gym, I took up running (a little too aggressively). Running daily for a non-runner mixed with hours of sitting on work zooms is a horrible combination for someone without a natural tendency to stretch, ice, rehab, etc. I found myself hardly able to walk, sit, or turn over in bed because the pain in my hip was so bad. I was unsure about physical therapy via zoom because it seems like such an in-person service, but my view on that changed when I was back running stronger than I started within my first 5 sessions. Each session, we spent time going over mini circuits of stretches and exercises that not only alleviated my immediate pain but conditioned me for a better performance/less injury long term. Lindy was amazingly innovative in helping me figure out how to execute everything with what was available to me at home, making the entire situation less daunting. She even took a look at my work set up and helped me figure out how to adjust a few things to make my hours of sitting and staring at a computer easier on my body! I can't recommend Innovative PT & working with Lindy enough. The emphasis on educating you about your injury and making sure you understand each step taken in your recovery make it stand out from so many other facilities. You'll walk away from your treatment with confidence in your healing and your ability to maintain it because you've been equipped to do so. It has been my best PT experience yet, and I've had a lot! :) read more

I had been experiencing mild knee pain after playing soccer and volleyball for months, and when it started getting sharp out on a run, I looked for a physical therapy recommendation. I'm so glad my friend's colleague recommended Innovative Physical Therapy! Justin figured out what the problem was right away, came up with a game plan to address it and was super encouraging the entire time. He challenged me in each session and mixed it up each week by trying different techniques and exercises. He even helped me fine-tune my cutting and jumping form to make sure my muscles were all doing their jobs. I like the emphasis on manual work on the muscles as well, which was really important to me. He gave me a lot of homework to do that really helped me take ownership in the healing process and make time to take care of my body. He also encouraged me to get out there and try some activities when I was ready to see what my knee could handle. He really knows sports and the body well, and I would highly recommend both Justin and Innovative Physical Therapy. read more

I had sprained an ankle over a year prior, so much so that the other one was injured also from compensation. My Doctor asked me to try PT before surgery, so reluctantly I did. However, I am glad I did! Adam was assigned as my Physical Therapist, and he has been great. He made sure to develop a program that was at my level of ability at the time, and progressed the program at a great pace for me. He has been a godsend. The whole staff has been great! Other Therapists Melissa and Maya have been awesome; the PT aids Fernanda, Christine, Julia,Bryce, Jared, and Eric have been incredible to work with each session. I apologize for anyone I have missed but the whole place is great! read more

My grandfather saw Marilyn for a problem with his hip, and I have been so impressed by his treatment and results! Marilyn is a real expert, and thinks out of the box, coming up with really great workarounds and modifications. She's friendly, patient, thorough and a great communicator. My grandfather has had PT before, but never had anything like the results he's had with Innovative. All of the other staff is great too. No issues with parking, which I think is very important for a PT place. And they did a good job with the administrative side too, which was a pleasant surprise. Making appointments was easy, billing was clear and quick. My grandfather is so pleased, he's staying on to workout in their supervised gym. What a great idea that is! Overall, when I need PT I'm going here, and I can't recommend them enough. read more

I've been a loyal customer of Innovative Physical Therapy for over a year now (joy of joys...). I'm sure they're pretty sick of me by now ;P I started seeing Lindy for my TMJ problems last January. She is a wizard. So skilled and knowledgeable about anatomy and the connection between the different parts of the body. With Lindy's manipulation, her advice on the what-not-to-dos and workplace ergonomics, the guidance for jaw/neck/back/pec exercises, and modalities, I significantly reduced my jaw issues. I can eat big sandwiches without my jaw dislocating! I don't get headaches. My shoulders aren't ridiculously lopsided like they used to be. Inevitably every few months I don't keep up with my exercises and stretching like I'm supposed to (and because I'm always stressed and slouching), and Lindy fixes my jaw alignment back again and checks if my mouthguard is working like it's supposed to. I had a patellar subluxation in May when rock climbing thanks to a muscle imbalance from a similar injury in high school. I saw Jen this summer and she wow'd me by her knowledge of taping and patellar tracking. The physical therapists I saw when traveling for work didn't even know how to tape my knee... just said to strengthen my quad. With Jen's guidance on McConnell taping and how to ease back into activity, hands-on strengthening, modalities, and the intense exercises at Innovative and the takehome exercises, I went from being hardly able to walk to hiking again. I hiked the High Sierra Trail in early September- 72 miles up and down some steep terrain from Sequoia National Park over to Mount Whitney. I had a 40+ pound pack. Crossing logs over a sketchy river...? No problem after all those balance exercises at Innovative. Rock scrambling up the ridge to Mount Whitney? No problem after all those step exercises and power tower and squats. Innovative is different from other PT offices I've been to. The therapists know personally what's up (Lindy has had her own TMJ issues, and Jen once had a patellar subluxation from swimming breaststroke). They are TOTAL NERDS about anatomy, in the best way. (Lindy went to a conference in Chile(!!!) to learn from PTs who work directly with orthodontists there for TMJ). You get really solid hands-on treatment every appointment- whether it's getting your face painfully prodded for TMJ or applying hands-on resistance and massage to the legs for knee problems. And they don't just send you home! You get the fuuuuull workout with help from aides. You could go home early and just do your at-home exercises, but why wouldn't you make the most of all the machines and therabands and balance contraptions? The full set of knee exercises often went up to 2 hours for me with all the reps- I really get my money's worth out of my copay! And they let me use the equipment for the other troublesome body part while I'm there too. And you get modalities (for TMJ, a wonderful spa-like heat and stim :) ice and stim for my knee) at the end of every appointment if they think it's appropriate. Since they expanded their office, Innovative now has really fun small group exercise classes run by Katie and Rachel (which is amazing, because Rachel is the most bubbly and joyous person I've ever met and always made me feel a little brighter when struggling through the toughest parts of my treatment). It is really amazing to have structure to keep active, keep up with exercises, and do a group exercise class with the confidence you're not going to reinjure yourself because it's run by trained professionals and you can always ask your physical therapist in the next room if a certain position or exercise is okay. I can't recommend Innovative Physical Therapy enough. Extremely skilled, knowledgeable, and friendly staff who will get you active and healthy again :) read more

Innovative Physical Therapy - Jennifer helped me go from hobbling and barely able to walk from a patellar subluxation in late May, to hiking 72 miles with a 40+lb pack! - Fitness & Instruction Near Me - San Diego, California

I can't say enough amazing things about Innovative PT and their new partnership with the incredibly skilled and talented Katie St. Louis for a range of fitness classes for all strength and mobility levels! I've been battling a range of autoimmune disorders for the past 5 years and seen my share of physical therapists along the way to treat different muscle weaknesses, pain, and balance issues that come along with the illnesses. Between the high quality physical therapy I've been receiving the past many months (Monique is awesome! But everyone there seems to be equally amazing!) and the new fusion strengthening classes based in yoga, pilates, and barre (the higher intensity classes are a no-go for me, but they offer those too!) I am feeling stronger every day and seeing less and less of my debilitating weakness and balance symptom days. And when they do creep up, I have a whole list of exercises, stretches, and trigger point therapies I can try at home now. THE SESSIONS: Each session starts with manual manipulation of the injured area, trigger point release if needed, and a discussion about your progression. Then you do a range of strengthing exercises under the supervision of aides with the option to ask your therapist if you need any clarification or help as well. At the end of sessions, you receive ice or heat, TENS (mild electric stimulation), or traction if you need or want it. My sessions last about an hour (including the 20 mins of ice/heat at the end), but it's dependant on how long you take with your exercises. THE CLASSES: The classes Katie offers are perfect for full body strengthing which is crucial for those with dysautonomia like me. They're intense enough to leave me feeling accomplished and energized, but not so intense that they cause my autoimmune issues to flare or leave me feeling like I've been hit by a truck for the following days. I'm even able to schedule my PT session directly before or after the classes without getting too worn out to do both. She's able to easily suggest modifications for individual needs that help you stay in the flow without stressing any injuries or causing a disruption in the class. My hands-down favorite class is Tuesday morning's/Thursday evening's Yoga/Pilates/Barre fusion class which is both relaxing and invigorating (and way less intimidating than it may sound!), but she tends to blend a few yoga and pilates movements into every class which is great. THE OFFICE: One thing I was pleasantly surprised with at this office my first time in was the range of ages of patients receiving PT. My first ever PT session was at age 25 and, up until coming to IPT, I was always the youngest in the office by at least 40 years which always reinforced in my mind how poorly I was doing for my age. At IPT there are tons of different levels and types of treatment going on from college athletes working on injuries, to elderly keeping up with their mobility or working on post-surgery strengthening, to even children once in a while. It adds a great energy to the treatment space. The entire office was just redone and is fresh, bright, clean, and spacious with every piece of equipment one could need for treatment. Parking is also super easy with a huge parking lot and parking structure in a quiet office building. I can't recommend enough that you ask your doctor to refer you here for PT! I have Tricare prime and it's 100% covered, but even while on standard, the cost was negligible. Also, if you suffer from autoimmune issues, mobility issues, or a prior injury that holds you back from a typical fitness routine or just want to mix it up with some fusion workouts, I highly recommend checking out the classes here! First class is free to check out, just call the front desk And if you sign up for a monthly membership, you'll get a cute fitness diary notebook and water bottle. read more

Innovative Physical Therapy - Fitness class swag! See my review for why I love IPT! - Fitness & Instruction Near Me - San Diego, California

I had a broken heel. Never thought I could walk or run correctly again. I walked into Lindy's facility and from day one they were ready to help me run. I spent 2+ months in a very well run Clinic who taught me everything to get my body back on mend. Today I ran 10 miles and with barely any pain. I owe 2 people to getting my life back, my Surgeon and Lindy and her people. If you don't go here, you are a fool. read more

My experience at and with the facility and staff at Innovative Physical therapy shenomenal.The staff, Ms Brianna, Mr. Lenore, Ms Nicole. Mr Earl and Everyone who is taking good care of me. They all are very knowledgeable and sensitive to your individual needs.No cookie cutter approach. They care that I'm receiving is high level . read more

I started physical therapy here with Joe in September for an acute back issue that was keeping me out of work and barely able to stand on my feet for more than 20 minutes. He was knowledgeable, professional but personable, and always ready to answer my questions. Within a month, I was feeling significantly better, and within two months, I'm 90% better and back to all of my usual work. I've been to several physical therapy places over the years, and I feel like my recovery has never been quicker. The office also takes COVID precautions seriously and everyone wears a mask at all times but the environment is still casual and friendly and an overall great place to get your body back on track. read more

I came into IPT for neck and back pain, I was referred by my dr. I highly recommend Joseph Wong, he really listened to me and made me comfortable. After 8 weeks, I walked out feeling so much better than my first visit. I continue to use the stretches and tips given me by Joe. Thank you!!! read more

These guys are awesome. I have had multiple sports-related injuries (knee, ankle, foot, shoulder) and each time they get me "back on the field" and "in the game" in no time. Their staff is super friendly and they make you feel like family. They really care about the patients and the recovery process is made fun not just clinical. read more

Started going to Innovative Physical Therapy from a recommendation from my podiatrist to treat my plantar fasciitis. Justin was awesome, he's super nice and really knows his stuff! After a few weeks, I feel a lot stronger and my feet are doing much better!! Everyone at Innovative PT are super nice, helpful and knowledgeable. Anthony and Roxanne are aids that helped me out a lot and they are awesome. With the pandemic they are extra good about taking temperature before entering, cleaning everything really well and requiring everyone to wash their hands before starting their session. 10/10 would recommended! read more

I am in San Diego just during the summer months. I hadn't made any measurable progress back home with my balance issues. After a little research I found Innovative Physical Therapy and Dr. Justin LaLonde. From my first day I could see that the approach and techniques used by Justin were different and focused on ways that could lead me down a path to improve my balance detriments. It is now 10 weeks later and I am seeing results. I attribute this to Justin and Innovate Physical Therapy - Thank you! read more

SO grateful for my physical therapist, Lindy First who is the best PT ever! My shoulder has improved significantly after surgery better than I expected. Lindy is thoughtful, caring and excellent at what she does. I highly recommend her . The staff is incredibly friendly and accommodating. Alyssa the massage therapist takes me to another place. Today I told her that I was feeling as if I was riding a magic carpet and the table electronically lowered, I felt as if I wanted to ask her, Where are we going next? Perhaps this sounds dramatic I don't care it's the truth! Barbara Finan read more

My 10 year old son needed some PT because he has a slight case of scoliosis and I noticed he was walking and running a little off. Monique treated him and she was amazing with him! My son loved going to see her weekly so much that when he no longer needed to come, he was disappointed and sad to go. She was able to rehabilitate his muscles and taught him great strength building exercises. The whole staff was friendly with my son and I. If my son ever needs a "tune up" or more work, I'll be going back to see Monique. read more

Innovative Physical Therapy has got to be the best PT clinic in the world! I suffer from chronic pain and TMJ Syndrome. There are many areas of my body I have needed help with and Marilyn has been an absolute Godsend for me. My strength and posture is better than it has been in 20 years. I finally see a light at the end of the tunnel, much of which is thanks to Innovative! My wife has had several successful encounters with them too as well as a coworker of mine. This is no fluke. Thanks Innovative! read more

Love this place. Come here 3x a week for my herniated discs. My sciatica would kick my butt and every time left feeling a little better. My therapist Jen is so awesome. I would recommend her to anyone. one of the reasons I picked this center was because they have a traction machine to help people with herniated discs. I feel the traction machine has contributed tremendously with my healing process read more

I have been receiving care from Innovative for 6+ years, on and off, as my body needed it. I really can't say enough amazing things about this place. Out of everything I've done- acupuncture, chiropractic work, massage, etc., this by far has been the most effective. I love that their goal is to get you back on your feet, and on your way. It's not to keep you going to their clinic indefinitely. I've needed to come on and off because of changes in my body be it awful studying posture through nursing school, with pregnancy (now on my third!), and before/after back surgery (microdiscectomy L4-L5). I honestly don't know how I would have gotten through all of that and managing the pain, without receiving care from from Lindy. I'm now beginning my first pregnancy after having my back surgery 2.5 years ago, and I'm so much less anxious about navigating this knowing that Lindy will help take care of my back. Not only will she massage, align, provide great therapy, but she will recommend exercise routines that will help me have a great pregnancy and postpartum. She has also given me great tools of combating pain at home with stretching and foam rolling techniques. If you're in pain, or debating on which PT clinic to visit, please don't hesitate to come here. They have a wealth of knowledge and are so amazingly helpful. read more

I had chronic low-grade back and neck pain for years. My internist told me it was a natural part of aging. But after three massages I noticed that the pain is gone. Overall, my body is also more limber. I plan to continue with these very effective and helpful therapeutic massages. read more

Ms Lindy, Sarah, Jarrod, Jen, Adam, Everyone else, And Especially The Reception Are EXCELLENT In Customer Care And Professionalism. Very Knowledgeable. read more

Dr.Rodney Alford, PT, DPT, has been an extremely knowledgeable person crucial in my recovery from a debilitating pelvic floor tear that occurred during my daughter's child birth. Scar tissue pulling on sciatic nerve, made every day things like: sleeping, picking up my daughter, cleaning, to mention a few, become chronically painful tasks. Dr "Rod" has extensive knowledge not only in pelvic injuries, but professional athlete's injuries, having been an athlete himself suffered some injuries of his own, which has given him immense compassion and deep understanding of the struggles patients face when injured. He tailors your care to the very core of your issue, paying attention to your feedback, and guiding you with fun and effective exercises both at your office visit, and exercises he sends you via a secure portal for you to upkeep your regimen on your spare time. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND DR ROD to anyone who wants thorough and personable attention; not to mention the wonderful staff at IPT!!! Every single person there is caring, mindful of your situation, pleasing, and attentive. THANK YOU IPT for helping me on my way to recovery; love the place, the people there, and very importantly, my progressive improvement . read more

Had an excellent experience with Innovative Physical Therapy after an ACL repair surgery. Maya was great and I am back to all of the sports I played prior to my ACL injury. Highly recommend! read more

In 2006, I took a spill down some stairs and had arthroscopic surgery on my right knee. (Yeah, years of sports and I have to have surgery because of my accident-proneness ;-)) I found Innovative in a list or authorized facilities. Honestly, their name is working for them. I thought what better place to go for rehab than a place that obviously is on the cutting-edge. They really are! I was paired with Keith one of the co-owners of the facility. Keith a former competitive and current volleyball player and cyclist was a task master which I always need. He didn't let me slack off but he did work hard with me and for me. He knew how much I wanted to start playing volleyball again and helped me get back the range-of-motion in my knee and the necessary motions for playing. It didn't take long either since I decided to be a good patient and do my home exercises, too. That is the only way to get back to where you were. read more

I started going to Innovative Physical Therapy over 10 years ago for two other issues. When I had diastasis recti in 2019, I was referred to a different physical therapist by my OB/GYN's office. I didn't have the best experience so I was skeptical about going back to physical therapy when I got diastasis recti again after giving birth to my fourth child. I thought I could do the exercises I learned previously and bring my ab muscles back together myself (they were four finger lengths apart this time) or that it was so bad, my primary doctor would recommend a tummy tuck. Ten months postpartum and I had not even started any exercises. I finally told my primary doctor about it, she said no tummy tuck needed and sent me to Innovative Physical Therapy. I've had success with them in the past and decided to give it a chance. Upon my first assessment with Maya, I felt confident about the treatment plan she laid out. Maya is amazing and I can't say enough great things about her!!! She listens, observes (when you don't think anyone is watching) and pinpoints all my issues. She is very knowledgeable and a true expert in the field and that helped push and motivate me to do my part. I just finished physical therapy; my ab muscles have come back together, my stomach has flattened and I don't look like I am still pregnant. I still need to put in the work on my own but Maya played a huge role and is the main reason for my success! She literally put me back together. She is passionate about her job, truly enjoys what she does and really cares about helping people. I know this because it shows through her work, with the way she's made me feel and I trust her completely. I will definitely be returning for any future needs, and refer my family and friends. I highly recommend Maya and Innovative Physical Therapy! read more

I never write reviews but I feel like I need to let people know about this place!!! I had been suffering with debilitating TMJ. I could barely Chew even the softest food and sometimes it was so bad I couldn't talk. My doctor just prescribed me some ibuprofen and muscle relaxers which did absolutely nothing. From the first time I visited Marilyn she put me at ease and it was obvious that she has a tremendous skill and expertise.It's difficult to find someone that specializes in TMJ.I'm so glad that I found innovative physical therapy and Marilyn! My jaw symptoms have improved immensely. I would recommend her to anyone and ESPECIALLY anyone in pain. I've been to many practitioners and she is a GEM. read more

my friend has been treated by Lindy at innovative physical therapy for about 1 year. I decided to make an appointment with Lindy since he had such good improvement. I met Lindy and I was impressed with her knowledge and professionalism. I have knee pain which stopped me from playing soccer, but after few sessions im feeling so much better and I can do things that I couldn't do before and even ready to play soccer again! read more

My husband has been under the care of Joseph Wong for 3 months. He has made considerable progress on his range of motion, stability, strength and confidence. The entire staff has been encouraging to him, celebrating his progress and most of all has been more that gracious to me as we navigate this challenge. I cannot possibly wrote enough words of gratitude for this group of therapists!! read more

I have never had a physical therapy experience like I had at IPT. They are true professionals and actually spent time treating me. Not just treating me by sending me on the bike or exercise machine, but hands-on manual therapy. My hands-on therapy was complemented by an attentive staff, top notch healing technology, and a great exercise and rehab program. Hopefully, I won't need therapy again but if I do, this is the first and only place I would visit. read more

Terrific staff. Physical Therapist Justin LaLonde is very knowledgeable, professional, does expert manipulation, listens to client issues and assesses needs, treatments, and exercises. I saw another therapist Brandon Brynn who moved and he was terrific. I think the bar for staff here is set very high. The aides (Nicole, Kim, Andrea, and Anthony) are attentive and helpful. Always ready to demonstrate a movement or anticipate when we patients are ready for exercises. Terrific office staff (Annika and Alyssa) who are friendly, efficient, and (like the rest of the staff) adhere to covid-19 safety practices. They insure everyone's safe on entering. Innovative PT is one few places I go during the pandemic because I trust it. The owners do great job at hiring and training their staff and maintaining a clean, organized, and pleasant facility. I've made so much progress with my injury due to the outstanding professionals at Innovative Physical Therapy. read more

I have been treated at Innovative Physical Therapy over the past 6 ytimes for 5 different issues: heel pain, shoulder discomfort, post hip surgery, L4-L5 bulging disc and hip flexor tendinitis. I am very happy to report that each time I came away in much better shape. Most recently, I was diagnosed by my Orthopedic surgeon with hip flexor tendinitis. This was brought on by my spin classes. After 7 sessions with Brandon, I am 100% better. The care and knowledge from everyone who works there is superb! read more

Justin LaLonde at Innovative Physical Therapy was a fantastic therapist who helped me get back to an active lifestyle. I had a herniated my L4-L5 disk and for two years was re-injuring it. Justin took the time to help relieve tension and stress built up for two years. My flexibility is back and now I am back to running everyday, lifting weights (in my yard) and biking multiple times a week and it all thanks to Justin and the amazing Innovative Physical Therapy team! read more

I had a bad pinched nerve. I tried a chiropractor first, then acupuncture then my doctor referred me to Innovative Physical Therapy. Jan gave me a routine and I can happily say that the problem is gone! Plus she and her team are wonderful people. Thank You!!! read more

Let me preface this review with a quick rundown of my life up until the day I entered the office of Innovative Physical Therapy (we'll call it my "awakening"). I spent the first half of my life strapping myself to various planks and boards, some with wheels, some designed with the sole purpose of literally riding atop the elements. The second half of my life, up until this point, consisted of twelve hour days spent sitting in various chairs, some with wheels, some designed with the sole purpose of draining the life-essence from your body as you stared endlessly at infinite rows of digital data until you were but a husk of your former, once-vibrant self. Suffice to say, 28 years of such activity had left me resembling less of an actual person, and resembling more of a character of the fictional variety; usually employed as cock-eyed, hunchbacked servants running demeaning errands for clinically insane scientists - for far less than minimum wage, I might add. Where once stood a proud and obscenely erect spinal column, now stood a withered crankshaft, eroded and disfigured by the sands of time and the effects of a million bunny-hops, kick flips, and aborted landings. 'Twas a balmy Wednesday afternoon that fate brought my hobbled host into the pristine, austere lobby of Innovative Physical Therapy. 'Twas destiny herself that draped my forlorn and twisted frame across the massage table belonging to an angel of the highest order. An angel that would cause me to burst into white-hot flames, would cause my scorched visage to tumble to the floor into a heap of ashes, and cause my new being to rise from these ashes like a glorious pheonix, screaming and soaring and free from the bonds that had held me in the blackest darkness for eternities! I was born anew! When once I had been torn asunder in the black by the chains of humanity, I now gnashed and tore into my newfound life like a demon possessed! If there is anything negative to be said about Alyssa or Innovative Physical Therapy as a whole, it is that they have ruined all future masseuses for me. I've flown too close to the sun. I tasted the flesh of the dragon, and I have ridden the white horse. Staff is polite; office smells nice. Clean bathrooms. read more