Testimonials
"First let me say that SMI is bar-none the only physical therapy facility I would go to for rehab/physical therapy for several reasons. Pete, Joan, Kelli, Joe and their interns have been fabulous to me, and are awesome in their professions, truly gifted! Through all my trials and tribulations, painful and not so painful, their kindness and abundance of patience has been tremendous in paving my road to recovery.
Unfortunately I have had 5 knee/quadriceps surgeries in the past 6 years and yet another is looming in the near future. Each surgery has required post-op physical therapy sometimes for 6 weeks and sometimes for 6 months. With a generous amount of trust with the capabilities of the staff and modalities, I have always returned to SMI.
My therapist, Pete Morris has been through many tears with me, yet is so gentle and forever encouraging at the times I need it most. He is truly a saint and I am deeply grateful to him.
SMI is also well equipped (even has a pitchers mound) with everything from the smallest dumbbell to Pilates table to squat benches and all those in between. The atmosphere is comfortable, relaxed, open, and yet very professional.
The staff at SMI works together as a team, more like a family actually and is uplifting to all patients. They have smiles on their faces even though they realize that to get better, you have to go through a few obstacles first. Ugh!
Pete Morris (my therapist) has worked just about as hard as I have to help me achieve the goals that were set and many thanks to him and all the staff at SMI. These individuals are genuinely caring people with an honesty in seeing their patients improve and recover. In addition, they are dedicated, knowledgeable, resourceful and professional physical therapists with hearts of gold.
I, without question, recommend (and have) to any athlete, middle-aged or in their 'golden years' patients that seek treatment, rehab or physical therapy to SMI."
LD
Personal Trainer & Cardiac Nurse
"SMI and their professional staff allowed me to get back on the softball field soon after my shoulder surgery. Their knowledge of my specific injury and sport allowed me to recover quicker and more efficiently. I looked forward to going to SMI for treatment because the staff at SMI made my rehab enjoyable. Thanks SMI for your positive attitude and friendship it really helped me through a difficult time. You ALL are sooo wonderful !!"
Natalie Mickelson
Azusa Pacific University Softball
2005
"While rehabbing a torn ACL at SMI, I found the atmosphere and therapists to be friendly, passionate, caring and insightful. Every day I went in for rehab, I learned about my injury and what steps I needed to take to get back to my old self. From Joan and Pete, to Kelly and Joe and to some of the interns they have on board, everyone's goal was to get me back to the athlete and player I was before getting hurt. I truly looked forward to going into SMI not only for rehab but to visit with the friends I had so well come to know over my 6 month stay at the facility. The facilities had everything needed in one place, from machines to ice to other treatment and technology to a weight room. I honestly can say that without rehabbing at the best place in not only Southern California, but probably across the nation, I would not have come back as strong as I have. I recommend anyone in the greater Orange County area to make completing their rehab at SMI a number one priority."
Matt Ricatto
MBA Student & Baseball Player at Chapman University
"Greatest Physical Therapists Around!
Everyone at SMI-LA does a great job of getting you back to your feet. They have all dealt with many people including celebrities. Chris will work you but for your own good. I recovered faster with the staff at SMI than I did with a previous physical therapy office. They are a wonderful group of people. Everyone in my immediate family has had injuries and each of them have gone there. I can't say enough about Chris and the other therapists. They're a great support group and I plan on going back to SMI the next time I have surgery.
They spend a lot of time with each person and give you a lot of attention. I would highly recommend them."
"Lil
"Best Physical Therapist in Los Angeles
If you want someone who cares about your recovery & takes that time to make sure it is done right, do not go anywhere else. I went to him after three knee surgeries and ended up getting back on my feet faster than anyone predicted & my leg was stronger than before my injuries. I would highly recommend them."
Chris S.
"The employees at SMI are the consumate professionals. I had 2 knees replaced (at the same time) and got to the golf course in 5 months and three days because of the dedicated and hard working people at SMI. Special kudos to Pete, Kelly, and Joan...it should also be noted, I tore my right rotator cuff and right bicep muscle. But, because of the therapy, I had at SMI, I was able to continue playing golf and avoid surgery completely! SMI is second to none!
Respectfully, and with deep thanks."
Roy Gerber
"We have four people in our family. Mom and dad are in our mid-forties, our daughter is 17 and our son is 15. We have all been patients at SMI over the past six years for a variety of reasons.
Our daughter has earned a five-year full ride scholarship to the University of Illinois-Champaign for softball... partially due to the care she has received at SMI. From sprained ankles to tendonitis, from torn ligaments to muscle strains, the physical therapists at SMI have helped her to heal quickly and become stronger in the process.
Our son plays travel ice hockey at the Tier I level. His team has placed first place once and second place twice in the last three years. Needless to say, hockey is a tough sport…especially at this level. The physical therapists at SMI have kept his injuries to a minimum by keeping his core muscle groups strong and his techniques correct.
The staff at SMI is professional, knowledgeable, and accommodating. They are never to busy to help. They are caring and truly work their hardest to keep their patients "in the game". The physical therapists are well-educated and up-to-date in the newest programs/techniques. The most important aspect to the success of SMI patients: The therapists educate the patients to help prevent future injuries. It is a winning combination!"
Wedel Family
