AXIS PT

I had a really great first session. Knowledgeable and professional therapist. Highly recommend.

Steve and his staff are awesome! The place is clean in that they take care of cleaning their work area and equipment after each treatment, and their bathroom is clean too. Cynthia is great in scheduling me in and pleasant to speak with when I have questions. But let’s face it, a clean environment and a friendly staff is not all we’re looking for in a PT place — BUT IT’S A PLUS.
I have been coming to Steve for eight years for a herniated disc that the surgeon insisted I needed surgery for — it’s no surprise coming from a surgeon as they’re in the business to do surgery. I opted for physical therapy which takes time and patience — luckily, Steve has patience! He’s helped me tremendously and I continue to come see him with any flare-​ups. I’ve recommended Axis PT to coworkers and friends because Steve and his colleagues have helped me greatly with my treatment, exercises and advise to minimize my flare ups.
And another plus, they don’t try to sell me any expensive medical equipment. In fact, I once complained about an achy foot and rather than spend money on some equipment, Steve suggested using a frozen orange or a frozen water bottle for my foot.

Steve at Axis PT is as good as it gets! He is thorough, knows his stuff, nice guy, and he really cares about his patients.
Cynthia at Axis PT is also super helpful. She helped me schedule my appointments and is a really nice person.
I recently had back surgery, and Steve helped me. Steve customized the rehab plan, helped me strengthen my core, and tailored the exercises to help me get back on my feet.
All in all, Axis PT is a wonderful place to obtain physical therapy. It is not a mill. Steve truly cares about the patients and gives them one-​on-​one attention. I would not be where I am today if it were not for Steve and Cynthia.
I was not asked to post this review. I sincerely believe that Axis PT is the place to go to obtain physical therapy. I have also recommended Steve to my own family.

This was my first time doing PT. I went because of a herniated disc in my lower back. Let’s just say it’s been the most physically painful event of my life and Axis fixed me in just one visit! I’ve had sessions with Megan and Steven and they were both fantastic. Within a day I was able to walk and move around without wanting to pass out. The second session really got me back on my feet permanently. I can’t say enough positive things about Axis. I really felt well informed and educated on what was happening to my back and what activities and movements I needed to do to reverse the damage.
Cheers to Axis PT.
Thank you!

Terrible customer service… I just went in to make an appointment and they did not seem very interested in my business. I won’t go back.

Damn… back again with a shoulder injury. So glad Steve and the crew at Axis are still available to help me through.

This is THE BEST PT rehab center! I would give it a million stars if I could. The staff is amazing and my therapist Steve is a miracle worker! I broke my ankle and literally forgot how to walk. My first day at Axis was the first time I had set my right foot on the floor after my injury. I was terrified learning to walk again. Learning to walk straight and normal like before. Thank god for Steve! I’m back to normal! He even pointed out that I had to strengthen my hips and knees and helped me with that too! This is the only PT place I trust and I highly recommend it! I hope you’re all doing well at Axis!

After trying another physical therapy in LA, I found Axis PT. I am so grateful for having found them. Adam is really knowledgeable and patient. The exercises during the appointments and those that he gave me to do at home were great. Thanks!

I’m back at Axis PT for back rehab, and I have to say I’m continually impressed by the depth of knowledge every therapist has to treat patients. Thank you!

I began seeing Adam soon after I suffered an accident back in January. I broke both of my legs as well as my left wrist and shoulder. I’ve been through lots of rehab before and Adam is simply the best therapist I’ve encountered. His knowledge of the human body is outstanding and the one-​on-​one time Adam and the other therapists at Axis devote to their patients is what sets them apart from the rest.

No one likes getting injured, and rehab is no fun either. But if you do need physical therapy, this is the place to go.
I’ve been coming to Axis PT for a year and a half now for two ACL reconstruction surgeries, and they are just top notch. I can’t speak about the other therapists (though they seem quite knowledgeable too), but Steve is fantastic. He is very experienced and knowledgeable, friendly, funny, personable, and most of all, he is dedicated to helping you improve.
Steve has been helping me not only regain my knee stability but also prevent further injuries and in some ways has made me stronger than ever. His patience and encouragement supported me through the early stages of my injury, and he keeps the exercises and routines functional yet interesting. Everything has a reason and your regimen here will be purposeful and progressive.
He’s also extremely friendly and willing to help out. You can tell he really cares about his patients, and he’ll often give me advice or answer my questions about dealing with shoulder issues, back posture, and other non-​knee related questions. Being a «weekend warrior» and a former amateur boxer, he also was able to tailor my workouts to get me back to where I wanted to be physically. You see patients here old and young, with all types of problems, and the therapists here are educated and experienced enough to help you with it all.
Cynthia, the office manager, is also incredible. She handles everything with efficiency and ease, and a smile on her face. I’ve had insurance issues, went through an insurance change, etc., but she’s taken care of everything. Cynthia turns one of the most frustrating parts of seeking medical care into a mere afterthought, because you barely have to worry about it at all.
The space is a bit small but the equipment is kept in very good condition. Steve keeps the place spanking clean, which is very reassuring. Garage parking is also validated for an hour. It can fill up quickly so be sure to call early to book your appointments.
I’ve already recommended a couple of friends in the past year and they also think very highly of Axis PT. You won’t find a more friendly, professional, and effective place for physical therapy!
The biggest factor in successful rehabilitation is your self-​will. If you don’t force yourself to work hard and frequently, you just won’t get better. Going to a great PT place like this one gives you the tools you need to get better, so you won’t have any excuses!

This is my third time experiencing physical therapy, and not only was this by far the best PT I’ve received, it was easily the best experience I’ve had with any type of medical office, ever. Everyone here is amazing, contributing to an environment that is welcoming yet professional.
I found Axis through Unilocal (thanks y’all) and called after verifying they were in my insurance provider’s network. Cynthia picked up the phone, scheduled an appointment, took my insurance information, and said she’d follow up with an email including paperwork.
When I received the email a few minutes later, not only was there paperwork that I could fill out ahead of time, there was also a detailed explanation of what my insurance covered and my anticipated out-​of-​pocket costs. Plus appointment-​related information like where to park, etc. My mind was blown.
Now, it’s all for shit if the actual therapy isn’t helpful, but there again Axis came through. And looking at other reviews that seems to be true no matter whom you work with.
Megan was my therapist, helping me with hamstring issues lingering after a tear several months prior. That’s probably one of the less severe injuries they deal with, but Megan was just as thorough as if I was recovering from a ligament tear or worse. She was careful in her diagnosis and throughout my several (10+) visits was very perceptive, determining how I was progressing and which exercises would be most helpful.
Within the first few weeks I noticed improvements in how my leg felt, and over time with Megan’s help I was able to get back up to speed. Throughout it all, she was a pleasure to work with and I get the impression that all of the therapists here are just as helpful and friendly as Megan. They all work together incredibly well, which is one of the reasons this operation runs so smoothly.
I feel obligated to come up with some kind of complaints, so I guess the space is somewhat cramped and if three or four people are being treated at the same time, it feels pretty crowded. Give yourself extra time for parking, especially the first time you visit.
On the plus side, there are cubbies for storage, space for changing, and an easily accessible water machine. The equipment used is high quality and in great shape, unlike some other PT offices I’ve been to.
If Axis is an option for you in terms of coverage/​price and convenience, stop researching and schedule an appointment. You won’t regret it, the average review is 5 stars for good reason.

Great PT. To bad you have to been in pain to come here.

I’ve gone to Axis PT for a number of different injuries over the years. Steve is, hands down, the best PT in Los ANgeles. I’ve seen other PT’s at different places that have actually made my injury worse, but even when I’m in the worst pain, somehow Steve gets me back on track. He also gives me exercises and suggestions on how I can participate in my healing so that I don’t have to keep seeing him forever! (not that I’d mind, because he’s hysterical and fun!) Cynthia books all the appts and takes care of the billing, and she’s fantastic as well. They have convenient parking just below and the facility is comfortable and intimate. Axis PT really cares about getting you better. You get one-​on-​one focused attention and you don’t feel like they’re just trying to get on to their next client. Steve also has the magic touch when it comes to massage.
Thank god for healers and physical therapists like Steve and for businesses in the health care profession that really are in it to get you better! Thanks AXIS PT!

There’s so much amazingness that goes on inside Axis PT, I don’t know where to begin.
Firstly, Cynthia is the epitome of «going above and beyond.» Often times, office managers are overlooked, mainly because patients don’t have to deal with them directly. I know she spends hours on the phone dealing with disgruntled insurance companies, just for the sake of the patients getting more PT sessions approved, paying less out of pocket, etc. This is not common, regardless of the office you walk into. Cynthia will go above and beyond to make sure your insurance, Axis PT, and you are on the same page BEFORE you do anything. She always has a smile on her face and you can feel her genuine desire to be there. If Steve is busy working with a patient, she is there to help him in a drop of a hat. Let’s be honest… it is rare to see anyone do anything «outside of his or her job description,» but she does so because she likes to help, not because she is getting paid to help.
Steve, the owner of Axis PT, is awesome. Firstly, he’s extremely educated (and you can tell), knowledgeable about what he is doing, and enthusiastic about doing it. Fortunately for me, I was able to fit in his rather busy schedule. My rehabilitation was for two hip surgeries (left and right), which was for bone spurs, labral tears, fluid in the joint, etc. Let’s just say the surgery was pretty nasty, but the PT following it made my recovery THAT much easier. Under his care and instruction, you cannot fail. Steve has made it a point to take it back to the basics. Far too often you see PTs try to rush the recovery process, skipping what is necessary: correct muscle firing and reawakening the muscle memory that is affected after surgery or an injury.
Nestled in Downtown LA, Steve’s office is on the smaller side, but it’s full of PTs who know their stuff and mirror his poise, professionalism, and energy. He keeps his staff small for a reason. The intimate setting you have at Axis makes you feel like you’re genuinely important. Additionally, you’re not being shuffled off from student to PT… because he doesn’t hire students. You have individualized one hour sessions with your licensed PT, who is monitoring what you’re doing, explaining why you are doing it, and advancing the motion/​exercise as you get better. Nothing beats going to a PT that tracks your progress, acknowledges the advancements you’re making, and can tangibly show you.
I recommend Axis PT to anyone looking to fix an old injury, rehabilitate after a surgery, or looking for preventive maintenance on quickly-​aging bodies. Steve and his PT staff works with patients as young as myself, and as old as 85 or 90. I wouldn’t have been able to walk without crutches one week after my second hip surgery if it weren’t for him. Nor, would I be able to do the things I could never do before my two surgeries. My flexibility has increased, my walk has changed (out of necessity), and I now know the «right» things to do and look for in my own personal workouts. Without his attention to detail, positive suggestions, and ability to thoroughly explain «why» we do the things we do, I would not be in the position I am today… healthier than ever before.
If you’re looking for a physical therapy office where the staff is polite, well-​versed in PT, and an overall great experience, go to Axis PT. You will not be disappointed.

Axis is conveniently located downtown which is an easy stop before my morning commute — which is why I chose it off the list my doctor at Good Samaritan gave me. I was prescribed PT for a terrible case of sciatica and Adam has helped me regain strength and coordination with easy to do exercises and stretches as well as worked through my crazy tight, over-​compensating muscles with massage. All the staff at Axis are professional and extremely nice and I really like that they validate parking. I would highly recommend Axis PT if you live or work near downtown LA.

Axis PT had become my family. Steve has seen me thru a meniscus repair and two back surgeries. His compassion, empathy, yet making sure I did what was needed for recovery of the very complex situation I found myself. Axis saw me thru some very delicate situations and after moving from downtown, called Steve to get his feedback on what type of PT I should be looking for. This is a great organization and would recommend it highly. I’m not easily impressed or satisfied, but Steve knew his trade. I have gone thru many PT’s over the course of my injures but this one was the best– hands on, became like family but worked me, guiding me thru the process to rehabiliation despite worker’s compensation denials. You can’t go wrong, they go the extra step.

Steve is a total pro, and a super nice person to boot. Both he and Adam are passionate about their work, professional, and effective. They’re also willing to work with crazy schedules, so I was able to maintain my demanding job and also do physical therapy 3x/​week (often at 6:30 a.m.).
I could not possibly recommend them with any more enthusiasm.

These guys helped me with my bad back. The doctors could not do anything for me. Great work, thanks

Adam was a life saver. After an accident, I was really laid up with injuries to ACL, MCL, Meniscus and more. It led to a knee reconstruction surgery, and I spent nearly 10 weeks with these guys. If I hadn’t moved, I would still be seeing Adam on a weekly basis. He is very thorough, and we did a lot of rehab starting from days after my surgery and he helped me get through critical stages of my recovery. One great thing is that you get to spend valuable time with a trained PT, and not handed off to an assistant. He did manual work on me, we used E-​stimulation to trigger contractions as well as to treat pain. He was cautious, but he got me walking and biking quickly, and pushed me when it was needed. I highly recommend their group and especially if you have an ACL injury.
Parking here is a bit of an issue, there is a lot under the center, but it costs money. There are a few meters, and those can be tough to come by at times. If you can walk or get dropped off, it makes it a little easier.