Ben and his team are the best PT team I've ever worked with. Through my rigorous triathlon training, I developed mild knee pain and Ben was able to alleviate a significant amount of the pain beginning with the first session. The exercises provided to you are very thorough and will make an impact right away. I will definitely return to LPI when I experience any pain or injuries in the future! read more

Dr. Benjamin Yu is by far the best physical therapist! I have gone to many physical therapist prior to him for a knee injury I had last year in April which left me with some residual nerve pain. I couldn't sleep, walk, drive or do anything without pain. I remember being at the verge of giving up and wishing to cut my leg off. When finally, (after seeing 6 different physical therapist for 8 months who could not identify the problem) I met Dr. Yu. At this point, I was just going through the motions because my pain was still very present. I thought this is what my life was going to be like forever. I really had given up. But, as soon as I started working with Dr. Yu on the FIRST DAY of physical therapy I felt a decrease in nerve sensation and pain. After, a few weeks of working with him I had already felt so much relief I was sleeping well again. Dr. Benjamin Yu is more than just a physical therapist. He is a true healer and genuinely cares about his clients. No other physical therapist asked the right questions like he did. He got right to the point and found what was causing my pain straight away. He actually cares about you as a person and will do everything he can to find a solution to get you back to 100. Thanks to him I am able to sleep, walk, and LIVE again! I will forever recommend Dr. Benjamin Yu because he truly is the best. read more

I found Ben through a coworker. I had a carpal tunnel release surgery about 6 years ago. It helped for a month or so and after I still felt pain. For years I've struggled with pain associated with carpal tunnel. I've tried pills, creams, etc but nothing helped as much as I would've liked. That all changed when I started working with Ben. From the moment we started, he was very organized and thorough, taking the time to understand his patient. After the first session I was given instructions on how to help strengthen my arm. Each session was worth it. Ben is very patient but does his best to motivate you! From his sessions I've learned many different techniques on how to cope with my injury. It works, for the first time in years, I was able to write, I could hold and handle without the pain I once had. It's not an end all cure but it is so much easier to handle knowing the techniques I know now. If you're looking for an alternative treatment that works, I highly recommend Ben! read more

There's no one I would trust more than Dr. Yu for any injuries. I've gone to Longevity & Performance Institute twice now to help me recover from injuries. The first time, I had pain in my foot that hurt me from running and walking. The second time I fell, resulting in a pinched nerve. In both instances, I decided to set up a virtual consultation with Dr. Yu. The consultation experience was extremely positive both times - not only was he extremely professional, he took the time to get to know me and fully understand my situation with a full Q&A assessment. In both instances, he was able to identify my injuries. From there, he delivered a full recovery plan including a series of stretches and exercises each which he demonstrated, practiced with me virtually and explained the importance of. With most PTs and doctors that I've gone to, they give me the plan and I never hear from them again, but Dr. Yu also took the time to regularly check in and provide adjustments based on my progress and improvement. Both cases were a success as I recovered after following his plan. If you have that injury that's been bugging you or you're looking for a PT, don't think twice- go to Longevity and Performance Inst. and you won't regret it for your own health and well-being. read more

Dr. Yu is the best! He solved a lower back issue I had been suffering from for five months, which did not respond to other modalities and practitioners. My lower back pain actually progressed into pain radiating down my right thigh, and it was interfering with work and my active lifestyle. While other therapists/specialists could not help me, Dr. Yu not only diagnosed me correctly, but also reduced my pain from 7, to 2 out of 10 on my very first visit. And after just one week of following his prescribed therapies, I was finally moving around pain-free! What sets him apart from the other practitioners is that he's extremely knowledgeable and comprehensive in his approach-- he has a deep understanding of the human anatomy and how all the body parts are interrelated/connected. I really appreciated him taking the time to explain to me in detail why I was having pain and what I could do every day to make it better. It was actually very eye-opening and insightful! I should also mention he's genuinely kind and caring. I just felt like my problems were important to him, and that meant a lot. If you're looking for a physical therapist, don't look any further! My experience with Dr. Yu was a 10/10 and I recommend him to all my friends and family! read more

Ben helped me SO much. I went in for back problems I was getting from sitting at work and driving all day. We broke down everything and tackled all my pain areas. I learned so much. He taught me exercises I can utilize for life. I'm so grateful to be 110% now read more

I visited Dr. Ben and his team at LPI after experiencing lower back pain. What sets this team apart is the time and thoroughness of each session. Spending one hour with Dr. Ben allowed both of us to understand the goal of each session and work through movements that would set me up for success. After working with him for a few months, learning proper form, and breathing the techniques, I feel confident that Dr. Ben has set me up for long term success. read more

I did PRP therapy on my knees and I did physical therapy with Ben and Briant. They really helped me a lot. They knew what they were doing and I noticed that after the physical therapy sessions my knees felt better. They give you personalized attention which I really liked. They also would follow up with emails with routines that I could do at home. I would recommend them to anyone that needs physical therapy. read more

Had such a great experience with Ben as my P.T. He puts all of his energy and spirit into making sure you are getting the most help possible for whatever your body may need. All of our meetings were through zoom but he always made sure to be as precise as possible in teaching me his exercises, and in correcting any posture/position issues I may have been showing. I went from barely being able to walk or sit because of sciatica to exercising daily and living a normal life. You cant put a price on that read more

Had a meniscus arthroscopy in 2019. Went through months of PT with 2 "famous" physical therapy joints. I got back 85% of my original capabilities, but never felt quit right. I couldn't run, do double-unders, box jumps, etc. I was told I never get back to 100%. But18 months after the surgery, I decided to give Dr. Ben Yu a try and didn't really have much hope. But man, was I wrong. Halfway through our set goal of 15 sessions, I was running with ease, jump roping being able to do double-unders ... feeling like my old self pre-injury again! Dr. Ben spends 1 hr with you on every session, analyzes your weekly condition, explains and shows you what you need to do next (unlike a lot of other PT joints that spend 3 minutes on you and then replace themselves with an intern that goes through exercises you can do at home yourself.) He provides details on every movement and clearly explains homework for you weekly. And when you do them, the improvement is substantial! read more

Such a great experience working with Ben. Had lingering pain in my shoulder and neck area for the past few years which hadn't improved until I visited LPI. Ben is knowledgeable and does an honest/thorough job of explaining the mechanics of why my pain hadn't subsided. I've been so used to the recommended cookie cutter stretches and exercises that it was really refreshing to see a PT that takes the extra step in personalizing a program for me. Highly recommend this place. read more

I been having ankle pain for years, do to the sports I been playing my whole life . I played football for more then 10 years ,played basketball and also i fight in MMA . I always roll/sprained my ankle and never let it healed properly. So when I started doing CrossFit the ankle pain was really bad I couldn't go into squat without it hurting. Then I saw Ben and he helped me out a lot not only with the ankle pain he showed me exercises the strengthen my ankles . I was doing his remote program which was great cause I have a busy life with work and all the training I do I couldn't always meet with him In person . So if u are having any pain I Highly recommend for sure 6 out of 5 stars read more

I had the best Physical Therapy experience with Ben. My experience was unique due to us doing only virtual meetings. I loved how Ben made me understand that I did not need to live with my back pain and I could get back to all the things I wanted. We were able to identify ALL the issues via telehealth only. When I was convinced that I would have to deal with my back pain for the rest of my life, Ben made me believe in myself every step of the way. I can't speak highly enough of the great work Ben has done to fix my back pain! My life is on track to being healthier than before. Thanks for your help Ben! read more

I pulled my glute muscle really badly and couldn't workout for months. I didn't know who to see that could help, and finally, someone I knew recommended Dr. Yu. I was so happy I went to see him. Within a few sessions, I was back to my old self and working out like nothing had happened. He really cares about his clients and is so in tune with what's going on with the body. I have gone back to see him many times and each time he is able to figure out why I'm hurting and gets me back to feeling normal. Would give him more than 5 stars if I could. read more

In order to prepare for my first triathlon back in 2019, I had completely changed my method of exercise that was primarily centered around weightlifting and CrossFit, to a more cardio/distance based regimen. My first injury was a result of over running without proper build up and mechanics. I used to only run 1-2 miles max a week but was now putting up about 15-20 miles a week. My foot would go in and out of blinding pain where I wouldn't be able to put any weight on at all. There was also bruising that formed which made me consult my primary care physician. She quickly looked at it and told me I most likely have tendonitis and that I should stop training for the time being and rest my foot. I knew I couldn't take too much time off and was worried about my performance during the race, so I got a free physical therapy phone consultation from Dr. Yu. We scheduled time to meet and I knew immediately I would get a proper evaluation and it came down to the simple things. After having a really good discussion with Dr. Yu around what I was training for, how I was training and then drilling down into the source of the pain, which at that point was about a 7 or 8 out of 10 when walking, Dr. Yu immediately went to work by getting his hand on my feet, which my primary care physician never did. He was able quickly identify the source of the pain point, which wasn't a result of tendonitis, but actually a dis-located joint in my foot, made the adjustment and like that, the pain had quickly subsided to about a 1 out of 10. After another session I was pain free and ready to compete in my tri. He walked me through the mechanics of what I was doing to my body and how I could course correct in the future. Without Dr. Yu and his physical therapy, I would have been out of commission for my triathlon and most likely nursing and tending to the pain and not actually addressing the source of the injury. Would highly recommend Dr. Yu! read more

I had been struggling with a knee problem for a couple months that significantly hampered my dancing career...and then I met Ben and Bryant, who with great care, support,and patience were able to get me back to a place that I hadn't been for a couple of years with my knee. The exercises were intense and slow which requires a lot of willpower and patience to get them right but man we're they rewarding and Ben's explanation of what was going on with my body particularly breath and how getting oxygen to the right parts of the body enables more mobility was eye-opening. Being able to work with them for months and feel my body getting stronger was well worth the time and effort. Ben and Bryant are extremely knowledgeable and able to answer any questions you may have with assertiveness and detailed explanation. It's been an honor to work with them. I understand the importance of body care and maintenance more now than ever and have developed a stronger awareness because of their guidance. If you are thinking about physical therapy or have already decided you need it, definitely check out LPI . You won't regret it. read more

Over the spring, I developed an Achilles' Tendon issue in my right foot, possibly due to a break I took from running and then ran too much too soon in minimalist shoes. The first time I went in to see Ben I wasn't sure what to expect. Being a runner who's very interested in optimizing the foot's function, I was worried that he would tell me to go back to wearing shoes that had a high drop and would squish my feet (because I have fairly wide feet). To my surprise and delight, Ben said that I could stay in the shoes I had (since I was more comfortable in them) and that we would work to get me strong enough to run in them. Though this would take longer (because my feet and legs would have to gain quite a bit of strength in different ways in order to run in the minimalist shoes), Ben didn't hesitate to work with me towards the goal I wanted to achieve (fix my Achilles' Tendinitis and make sure that it doesn't happen again while getting strong enough to run safely and comfortably in the minimalist shoes). At first, we went through a process of trying different exercises (within the realm of what was appropriate to the issue at hand) and seeing the response I had, making note of what worked for me and what didn't. We then settled into a routine where when I came in, I would explain how the previous week's runs were, describing how the pain was before, during, and after the runs, and if there was anything different. Then we would work on building up with specific exercises while also building strength in the muscles that would keep me from getting injured again. This way, Ben could see my progress over time and adjust as we went along depending on how my recovery was going. Of course, with Covid going on, there were many weeks where I'd feel far from ready to tackle the challenge of physical therapy or of running. Often I would just go ahead and tell Ben how I was feeling and he'd get me through it, again adapting to what I needed each day while still keeping in contact with the overall continuum of the recovery process. As a runner, I'm also pretty into getting my running form as good as I can. This was an early concern that I'd mentioned to Ben and he happily worked it into our recovery program, noting that improving this would help with my recovery anyway. Over the recovery process, Ben taught me the necessary tools needed for me to keep up my recovery and then continue on to getting back to running as normal, and start building up on that. I'm also a very technical person. I like to try to understand what's going on in different situations in as much detail as possible. Ben gladly explained to me the details of why we were doing a particular exercise and how that connected with everything else or what was going on with respect to some pain I was feeling on any given day and though I didn't always understand the details at first, I could always ask for clarification. Many times I would come in with a new theory of how to get myself to run properly and I would run it past Ben (no pun intended) and he would explain why I was on the right track or why my theory may not work quite as I had imagined it. Overall, working with Ben was great! I'm very happy and lucky that I was able to have him as my physical therapist, helping me to recover back to running every day. I would (and have) recommended him to anyone who's looking for a physical therapist. read more

I am a family medicine physician who runs a lot. Have done many marathons, triathlons, and run 7 days a week. Unfortunately, I ran too much and caused a chronic achilles tendinitis/tendinosis. I have seen sports medicine doctors, podiatrists and orthopedics. I also have seen four physical therapists. The tendonosis is almost fully resolved. One sports physician wanted to do needling, and I had significant deterioration/vacularization of the tendon. It took about seven months of physical therapy to get back to where I wanted to be in terms of running. I am not fully healed, but I am where I want to be. Ben (Dr. Yu) is meticulous, and has a good understanding of physiology. He was the last in a series of providers that actually fixed the problem after 7 months with him. Now I realize it's up to me to keep it up. Ben's (Dr. Yu's) office is in a gym, and he expects a lot out of his clients. There were many days that I had trouble with the exercises, but with time I now realize how important they were for my recovery. With other therapists, I was unable to acheive these results, because it wasn't specific enough. He is one of the more expensive therapists, but as usual, a person gets what they pay for. I would recommend him if you are motivated, want high functionality, and are prepared to do the exercises for the long term. His specialty is performance and longevity as seen in the business name. I know I will call him first if I need any more help in the future, when I get into full performance again. However, now I realize rest days, and certain strengthing regimens are necessary. I recommend him also for any person getting mild injuries that is learning to keep fit as they are aging or going to the next level of performance. read more