I had to have two knee replacements for the same knee! Unfortunately, my surgeon put the wrong knee in! This is not the reason for this review. I have been going to North Valley Physical Therapy since the first knee. Due to my many surgeries l have been to many physical therapy centers throughout the years. The other places were ok. They got the job done. But here at North Valley Physical Therapy, they have been so amazing! They go so far above and beyond any other place in my experience! The owner, Karla Kazimir, is very hands on! Her staff is very compassionate and patient making it their goal to get you up and moving with such dedication and skill! This is a wonderful business for sure but while l have been coming here for these last few months, it feels more like family! read more

I am beyond thrilled to have found this hidden gem of a Physical Therapy office so close to home! Over the past several decades I have gone to a handful of chain/corporate owned Physical Therapy offices which I never quite felt confident going to because I would initially be seen by a Physical Therapist & then be passed on to a PT Aide that didn't really have any formal training other than hands on in the clinic. I would be shown the exercise and then left to do it on my own while they were off helping other clients in between. I had no idea if I was doing the exercises properly. So when a friend suggested that I give North Valley PT a try - I decided to do just that. I am so happy that I took a chance because everyone at the clinic are very experienced, knowledgeable, kind, patient and helpful! They only have Physical Therapists and Physical Therapy Assistants working with the clients. They are hands on and it's very personalized care. I love that the office is small - yet they have all the equipment needed to provide quality care and teach the exercises needed for everyone. Jenny who works at the front desk was so helpful and friendly when I first came in. She took the time to answer my questions and made sure that my insurance was accepted there. Aiden also works the front desk and he is equally as nice! Carla & Julia are amazing! Carla is the owner and makes you feel welcome right from the start. I've been working with Julia and she is very patient with me and wants to make sure I do well with my exercise program. I highly recommend anyone in need of PT services to give them a try. read more

Hidden away in an older shopping center, I found a bustling, tidy, healing, haven. Having been referred physical therapy to help with a healing fracture, I was very impressed by the knowledge and attentiveness of my therapist, and really all the staff. Even the front desk. I honestly was impressed at the speed of my recovery. I came in with a significant amount of residual pain and pretty quickly found the therapeutic interventions were really making a difference. I would definitely recommend. read more

Have been a patient here for almost 30 week and can't express my satisfaction enough. Carla and her staff are superb. I have a chronic back problem and they have been just terrific with treatment and continued training in posture and exercise. Every week sees improvement. The pain may never go away, but it certainly is mitigated and that is relief. These folks are great. Friends for life. John V. read more

Carla, the owner and physical therapist, has been positively aggressive with my Mom's PT and I feel so good to know that my Mom is in good hands. She is good with communication and really cares about her patients. read more

I had a lot of pain in my hip area, neck, and legs. In 5 sessions I have noticed remarkable improvements. My therapist was Julia, and she based her recommendations on my unique physical complaints. She took time to ensure that I was executing the exercises properly and was patient when I had difficulties. She listens. Of course one must be compliant with the "homework" (specific exercises) to get the full benefit, but the actual sessions were so helpful and informative and gave me hope that I could feel better. Icing on the cake is her pleasant personality. Competent and kind--a winning combination! read more

Coming to North Valley from a different facility in the Los Angeles area has been a totally day and night experience the quality of the CNA is just great the physical therapy is awesome I experience a foot break and caring of the knee cartilager and just after a short while I was back on my feet and walking and I might add The dietitian at North Valley help me with my diet and I've lost over 80 lb I no longer weigh 512 lb . The office staff is great I received packages and a timely fashion if I need anything they're able to work on it and make it happen and not only that the administrator his name is Scott he's the guy you want to meet when you're here along with Monique and all the other fabulous people that work to make this place home too many of the patients here . So if you find yourself in need of a Skilled Nursing Facility come to North Valley you will love it and your loved ones will be glad they made the decision to bring us to North Valley . Thank you and God bless sincerely Lazaro Zuniga from Northern California . read more

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If you need physical therapy NvVPT is the place to go. They helped me rebuild my strength, range of motion, and balance after each knee replacement. The staff, led by owner Carla Kazimir, is the best. All are knowledgeable on the latest techniques, professional, friendly, patient, and caring. They provide one-on-one care, listen to your individual needs, and if one method isn't working they try another. Jenny at the front desk is professional, kind, and efficient. Thank you Carla, Julia, Kimmy, Jenny, Baran, and PT Interns! You are amazing! I highly recommend North Valley Physical Therapy! read more

It would be impossible to accurately express my gratitude to the wonderful Physical Therapists and Staff at NVPT. I got in touch with the proprietor, Carla, before my knee replacement surgery in May. I chose them based on their overall reviews and their ideal location close to my home. They worked hard to confirm that my insurance was in-network, a task that my carrier did not make easy. Once cleared, I began attending sessions just two weeks after my surgery. I observed from the outset that the facility, although compact, was very clean, orderly and kept almost pathologically sanitary. My knee was very badly damaged prior to surgery so my orthopedic surgeon warned me that my recovery might be longer and more complicated than average. He was right. But despite my slow progress, the pro's at NVPT stuck with me. Carla, Julia and Kim and all the interns, each brought various techniques and personal expertise to help me achieve ever increasing flex and extension. My Range of Motion was very slow in progressing and the swelling was, well, epic. Every time I felt I was stuck, there was always a new idea, a different method that they would try in an effort to help. Honestly, there was just no quit in any of them. I am, in general, beyond particular in choosing services especially in terms of healthcare. I was honestly prepared for the fact that it might have taken me two, three or even more Physical Therapy providers before I found one I could live with. Well, fortune smiled upon me because I could NOT imagine having better, more competent, more professional and more concerned Physical Therapists than these dedicated people. I absolutely give them the highest recommendation possible. You can't do better than this. read more

I was referred to North Valley Physical Therpy Center by Dr. Harpreet Bawa a highly respected joint replacement surgeon. The therapist are very professional, compassionate and highly skilled in physical therapy services. I highly recommend North Valley Physical Therpy Center read more

I was so impressed with North Valley P.T. They almost immediately were able to diagnose what was going on with me, and what I needed to do to fix it. Ive been in pain for months, and one session here and I am feeling so much better already. They were very attentive and professional and extremely helpful, and I'll be going back next time I injure myself. read more

NVPT is THE place you want to go to if you want to FEEL BETTER. I was hesitant at first because of the distance from my house, but the superior attention and treatment I received there was well worth the commute. The therapists at NVPT are enthusiastic, congenial, knowledgeable, and truly caring. The course of therapy and accompanying home exercises were "just what the doctor ordered" for my hip pain. Carla Kazimir, the owner, is clearly compassionate and an expert in her field. I would absolutely recommend NVPT for anyone's aches and pains. read more

I've had PT multiple times for various things, including post-op for rotator cuff & tendon repair. My PT has been at private practices, university Med centers & major Med centers. I've had DPTs & PTs & PTAs providing care. All that for background to compare & evaluate PTs & practices. I've been going to NVPT for a few weeks now & have the good fortune to receive care from all the practitioners. Every PT is excellent. The entire practice is compassionate & oh so competent. Without reservation I can say this is the best PT experience I've had, with the most rapid & consistent improvement. I recommend NVPT in Granada Hills without reservation. read more

I sustained a injury to my shoulder. The pain was extremely severe and use of my arm was limited. I must confess there was doubt in my mind that any one could help my shoulder. Yes, it looked like surgery would be the answer. However, I was wrong, once I started working with the skilled therapist at North Valley physical therapy, my entire mind set was changed. The results I'm very close to being 100% pain free and use of my arm is nearly in full swing. Very excited to be a patient/client of North Valley physical therapy. The work they perform on me meaning treatments are beyond excellent. I personally give them 10 stars, they are the greatest. Highly recommended. By the way I had a torn rotator cuff, if you ever had one of those you know the height of pain. So just saying. read more

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Jenni at the front desk, Carla, the owner, and the therapists were very helpful to me. They are friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. I highly recommend North Valley Physical Therapy. I broke my ankle and had surgery and now have a plate and screws in my ankle. They helped to put me on the road to recovery and I am continuing to do the exercises they gave me. Don't hesitate to call them! read more

There isn't enough stars to fill in for this AMAZING establishment , EVERY SINGLE THERAPIST here goes up and beyond the call of duty , I started going here for a bad back in which I've been in excruciating pain for quite some time , since going here I've been feeling so much better and decided to get my dad to come for his balance and he is also feeling much better and stronger and more optimistic for his future well being , I always had such a bad taste in my mouth for physical therapists because of bad therapists with absolutely no bed side manner, but this place has totally changed my mind it's unbelievable Care, it's one on one and everyone is so friendly and I've never been happier to find this little gem of a place , Love them all!!!!!! read more

I Drive 178 miles roundtrip this is how AWESOME North Valley PT is Carla is doing miracles with my planters fasciitis...this was my last hope I tried everything...the Shockwave is really working...forever grateful read more

North Valley Physical Therapy - Carla is Heaven Sent my planters fasciitis is getting so much better...Grateful - Physical Therapy Near Me - Granada Hills, California

I'm very Impressed with their friendly service and how well they help me recover from my surgery. I highly recommend them to anybody that needs physical therapy. Carla the owner is very nice and very helpful. read more

If you have Medicare and a supplemental insurance this is the place for you. Carla and her staff are great. Effectively relieved my pain, very nice and easy to schedule. Not cheap. $70 charge just to apply kinesiology tape. Now if you have a Ppo like the rest of us plebes your gonna have to deal with her insurance guy Todd. Todd is the rudest, nastiest person I have ever met working in customer service. First he doesn't return calls and when I finally got him to call me back he was hostile and told ME to "call him back when I was feeling better." It was truly amazing anyone in customer service could get away with being that rude. Not only did he have a disgusting mouth, He was also an idiot saying Carla was out of network which I knew was not true. He refused to call my insurance saying I was wrong not him and he wasn't going to waste his time. I got My insurance representative to call him who also mentioned how rude and unpleasant he was to deal with. Carla didn't have much to say either about him. He was so awful that I will not return to this business. I would have given her 5 stars if not for Todd, the rudest, most hateful insurance person working there. I have plenty of ongoing pain too. But I won't give my business to anyone who employs that kind of person. read more

DON'T JUDGE A BOOK BY ITS COVER OR A PHYSICAL THERAPY PLACE BY IT'S SIZE!! Ok as someone who has been getting physical therapy off and on for the last 16 years, I know a good physical therapy technician, and this place only has good ones!! This place may be small but it's for a GREAT reason, one on one attention. I have been at those state of the art, high tech, computerized therapy places and I am here to tell you.... IT'S A MIRAGE PEOPLE. Those high tech places are just eye candy to distract you from the FACT that you are not getting the therapy you ACTUALLY NEED OR WANT. North Valley Physical Therapy Inc. gives you good, global therapy that strengthens not only your body but your mind. NVPT gives you all the tools to build those weak areas without all the bells and whistles. The therapists give attention to each patient individually to be sure you are doing the right things, the correct way and to keep you honest, so you get better, quicker. I am really happy I found NVPT because getting my back stronger and staying out of a wheelchair is important to me. read more

I have been to other physical therapists and can say this has been my best experience. Carla and her staff are professional, very warm and friendly and do their best to make patients feel comfortable and cared for. It is a small office with a very personal feel and you will get the results that you need to heal your problems. I recommend this group without reservation. Andrea Kobliner read more

I am a client of North Valley Physical Therapy and want to say they are the best people to work with. You tell them your problem and they will get the job done. I have a bad hip, went to a specialist and was told i needed hip replacement surgery. I went and had a second opinion with another specialist and he suggested physical for 30 days to see if that will help. I am so glad that i took his suggestion. Carla is a miracle worker. She has the most up dated equipment and the best staff that is very concerned with whatever problem you have. I swear by their new "Jack Hammer Zapper" machine (thats my name for it). It worked on me. Trying physical therapy first beats surgery any time, and Carla along with her staff will get the job done. I am very happy with my experience there. read more

If you want a Physical Therapist who can address your problems from pain to weakness to recovery, Carla is your person! She and her staff are friendly and capable. They really care about your issues and truly want to help. And they do help. I am very glad to call Carla my PT after spinal surgery... read more

I am very pleased with the excellent care from Carla and all the staff \. Not only Carla but everyone is very professional and caring. My main therapist was Sophia and could'nt have asked for any better therapy it helped me so much and I now do not have any issues. read more

Just want to start off by saying that I'm very blessed to live around the corner from this place. Back in August of 2015 I hurt my back to the point that in Oct I had a major back surgery. I got the surgery in Hollywood so my doctor referred me to a physical therapy place out in Hollywood. I went once I felt so uncomfortable. As soon as I walked in the receptionist was not only was rude to me but also to my spouse . I won't get in to too much detail but it was a bad experience before I even got to my my therapist. I went there 2more times and just got worst . I'll leave it at that. So let's move to a couple months ago my spouse yelped this place and called .. she told me "hey I spoke to Carla over the phone and she was so nice I think you should give them a try" gave it a couple days and we made an appointment. We show up and we meet kimmy (receptionist) as soon as we walked in it felt totally different from what I had just went thru before she was so helpful and courteous. She made us feel right at home. Then I was told that Carla was on vacation and I was going to be taking care of by someone else. Just sitting there and watching all the staff taking care of patients and really involved with the therapy and being concerned with there patients. My first experience was great I don't remember the lady's name that filled in that day for Carla but she was on par with everyone around her. I made another appointment and finally got to meet Carla!! My spouse was right.. Carla is not only nice but she truly cares to help make your get better .. if your looking for and honest and carrying environment I highly recommend Carla and her staff!! Thank you guys !! read more

We tried 2 other PT places much nearer to home. I came away calling them "puppy mills"--just rushed people in and out...at NVPT the emphasis is on personal attention and disciplined treatment. Carla, the head therapist, has years of experience and is hands on doing the work to get you to feel better and make it lasting. The support staff is excellent. Phone answered efficiently, booking system solid, and follow up excellent. Everything is clean, up-to-date and state of the art. This is a well thought out business which functions exceptionally well for the benefit of the patient. When you are hurting NVPT is the place to go even if it takes a bit of driving to get there. We come over the hill from Brentwood all the way to Granada Hills--it is worth it! read more

I was injured about 7 months ago in a skydiving accident. I snapped my left femur in half and shattered my right ankle, and put a small chip in my L5. When I first started going here, about 6 weeks after impact, I was in a wheelchair. I couldn't walk or stand or do much of anything at that point. Carla worked with me on some exercises for my broken femur leg, while we waited for the ankle side to heal a bit (it was several weeks longer before I could get therapy on the ankle). That eventually progressed to more exercises when the muscles started working again, and eventually led to using crutches, and ditching the wheelchair. Before long I got the ok to bear weight on the ankle side, which was a whole new struggle for me. Between Carla and her staff always encouraging and training me, plus the fancy equipment designed to rehabilitate me, things started getting better pretty fast. After less than 5 months I was starting to get back to doing the normal things in life I do, such as vertical wind tunnel training, some hiking, walking my dog, etc. and after less than 6 months I was back in the sky jumping out of perfectly good airplanes. I honestly don't think I could have done it without NVPT, and certainly the friendly vibe I always got from everyone there made it easy and actually fun for me to push on. People always say physical therapy sucks, and is the hardest part of recovery, but in my case I disagree. I really always enjoyed every session, even when I was tired or being lazy I still went and always felt good about it. And truthfully, it didn't hurt as bad as everyone told me it would. Carla has a great way of understanding the mechanics of what's going on internally and translating that into multiple series of rehabilitation approaches that really work without forcing too much that you're not ready for. I was scared I might never get my normal life back, and although I still have a road ahead of me, I now know I can do anything I want with enough focus. Truly, I couldn't have done it without these awesome people! Carla for her expertise and personalized care (you'll never feel like a number here, they really care about each persons recovery), Linda always making sure I'm doing things safely, while engaging in my personal life often times (it feels good knowing these people really care), Kimmy the receptionist who really helped with scheduling and truly became a friend through the process, really I feel like these people are my friends now, more than just therapists! Even their interns were awesome, shane especially. I'd highly recommend physical therapy if you are injured and NORTH VALLEY PHYSICAL THERAPY should be your first choice! They won't kick you out if you're not done right on time, and they really take an interest in your life and your own personal recovery. I love all of them!!! Thanks NVPT! read more

I found them on Yelp and Google Maps and was not disappointed. Cheerful friendly caring staff. No waiting. It appears physical therapists can vary as much in their handlings as much as chiropractors do. I liked the last PT I went to but he was too far away. He did almost entirely physical manipulation and perhaps gave me some exercises I could do. Carla was the opposite. She gave me lots of stretches and exercises to do. It is the result that counts. The stretch/exercises immediately got rid of my backache and headache. AND I can do them at home and get a good result. I will be going back. read more

I am a recreational golfer and have played with an extremely sore back for several years. I have read numerous books and articles hoping to lessen the discomfort and finally my physician sent me to North Valley Therapy. Carla diagnosed my problem and prescribed several exercises all of which I have never seen before. The results are magical and after ten sessions I am now playing golf with a 90% improvement in my back. I highly recommend Carla and her staff. Don't let the small location fool you. They are not only well trained, but keep up with the latest, and are incredibly pleasant. read more

I received excellent care for my knee replacement surgery. Carla and her staff treated my knee and also my fears. Their upbeat and respectful attitude had me looking forward to my visits. Without a doubt, this is the place for anyone who needs physical therapy. read more

My husband fell and injured his shoulder, arm and hand. Luckily we found this wonderful place near us and it has made such a difference. Carla is very kind and took a personal interest in his recovery. She is a blessing. The entire staff is great to work with. read more

Carla is a wonderful PT you hardly find! she has a great smile, solid skill, and magic touch! if you need pain free ,Go Carla! read more

This is not the first time I injure my shoulder. I had therapy at other places before but the results were not that great. I met Carla at a health fair and immediately liked her. I decided to try her place. It has more equipment than the other places I used. The stuff is very nice and there is personal attention all the time. The results of my therapy are great. I no longer suffer pain and have great mobility and strength in my shoulder. I definitely recommend NVPT for therapy. read more

I was recommended to go to North Valley Physical Therapy by my podiatrist. I was dealing with Metatarsal pain and planters fasciitis and was diagnosed with a pinched nerve. During the months of treatment at my doctors, he gave me a cortisone shot that hit my nerve! I was in a ton of pain for months-finally my doctor recommended me going to physical therapy at North Valley P.T.on Balboa. The Lead physical therapist, Carla, is a god send. She was incredible from the first day - She took time to talk and ask me questions and then examined my foot and looked at it in a way my doctor never did. She also noticed a bump (a goose egg) she called it on the bottom of my foot. By the end of my first visit that "goose egg" was gone and I immediately felt some relief. Carla and her team there are amazing ! I have been to other physical therapy places in the area and this place is far superior! Carla has a unique way or talent (I call it) of really focusing in on a patients needs and knowing and zeroing in on the appropriate therapy needed. I am now almost pain free - I'm still going for a couple more weeks but I couldn't wait to review this place because it is the best !! I would highly recommend this place and luckily I am close to it but I would travel to go here because Carla and everyone are that good!! read more

My wife Ned physical therapy and sent her there on the Yelp reviews .she is very happy with quality and personal assistance she received . A hidden gem on n the valley read more

Carla is wonderful! One day after boxing class, she took me in last minute to look at my shoulder. I was recently diagnosed with a bursa/rotator cuff issue. Carla taped up my shoulder and advised regarding exercises to improve the condition. My shoulder has definitely improved and I am on the road to recovery. I would recommend North Valley Physical Therapy, as Carla is knowledgeable, helpful and kind. read more

I just want to say thank you to North Valley physical therapy. I have numerous problems from adhesion complex disorder, diabetes, gastroparies, chronic headaches and bulging disc in my neck and lower back. Carla, the head therapist treats all my pain issues. Since I have been attending my pain in my stomach as well as the motility is better, my range of motion in my neck is vastly improving. When I first attended I was not able to walk without a limp or drive distance as of today I am walking better Without a limp and able to drive myself to therapy. I have attended four other physical therapies and have been dishearten with the treatment I had received. At North Valley Carla the head therapist has taken the time to come up with the correct exercises and treatment plan to give me a better quality of life. I strongly recommend North Valley Physical Therapy read more

I was in terrible pain from a neck injury. An MRI revealed that I had bulging discs at C5-6 and C6-7. The doctor prescribed physical therapy and lucky for me, I found North Valley Physical Therapy! It's been my experience that people who love their work are generally really good at it. Carla asked a lot of questions and studied the way I was moving before putting me through a series of resistance and range of motion tests. She taught me a series of exercises which I practiced every day as prescribed. After only three visits I am practically pain free. And, of course, I am still doing the exercises! I HIGHLY recommend North Valley Physical Therapy! read more

Two weeks ago I threw out my back while bending over to get something. My whole lower back was in excruciating pain. I could barely walk. I was really worried because I am training for the Pasadena half-marathon in May. How would I ever be able to do 13.1 miles if I could barely walk around my apartment? I went that very day to North Valley Physical Therapy. They were able to see my on short notice, which was great. Carla gave me electro-stimulation therapy, while icing back. She then taped my back up and led me through a variety of back strengthening exercises. The next day I went in for another treatment and that same night I was able to walk a mile. I was shocked at how much better I felt after only two treatments. After a total of three treatments and continuing to do the exercises I had been shown, I was able to complete an 8 mile run/walk in preparation for my half-marathon this weekend. I am so grateful to North Valley Physical Therapy. I feel that my back is getting stronger each day! Thanks to everyone at NVPT!! read more