Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Physical Therapy Partner in Los Angeles
Founded in 1972 by Felix Canout, Wilshire Physical Therapy has established itself as a leader in innovative rehabilitation services. Our team of Doctors of Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapists, Certified Hand Therapists, and Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialists prioritize personalized care through collaborative partnerships with patients. With over five decades of experience, we combine evidence-based practices with compassionate treatment to address orthopedic, sports, neurological, and vestibular conditions. Our mission focuses on restoring mobility and enhancing quality of life through individualized therapy programs.As a patient-centered practice, we emphasize movement science, manual therapy techniques, and functional rehabilitation to help clients achieve optimal outcomes. Our vision drives us to maintain excellence in outpatient care while expanding our expertise in sports rehabilitation and specialized therapies. The current leadership team of Dr. James Aquino and Sandy Canout continues this legacy through advanced clinical training and community engagement.
Services
Physical Therapy
Occupational Therapy
Hand Therapy
Strength & Conditioning
Manual Therapy
Therapeutic Exercise
Feldenkrais Method
Custom Splints
Vestibular Rehab
Work Conditioning
Details
- Year established: 1972
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of combined clinical expertise in physical rehabilitation
- Our team includes certified specialists in hand therapy and strength conditioning
- We implement evidence-based manual therapy techniques for musculoskeletal conditions
- Our therapists hold advanced training in vestibular rehabilitation and sports medicine
- We provide individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient's specific needs
What people say
Amazing therapist
Great staff
Knowledgeable team
Friendly professionals
Helped me recover
Services
Physical Therapy
Our physical therapy services address musculoskeletal and neurological conditions through customized treatment plans. Using manual therapy techniques and therapeutic exercises, we help patients recover from injuries, surgeries, and chronic pain. Our experienced therapists specialize in sports rehabilitation and vestibular disorder treatment.
Occupational Therapy
We provide occupational therapy to restore daily living abilities after injury or illness. Our certified therapists focus on upper extremity rehabilitation, work conditioning, and adaptive techniques for patients with physical or cognitive impairments.
Hand Therapy
Specialized hand therapy services include custom splint fabrication and post-surgical rehabilitation for hand and wrist injuries. Our certified hand therapists treat conditions ranging from carpal tunnel syndrome to complex fractures.
Manual Therapy
Our manual therapy techniques include joint mobilization, soft tissue work, and neuromuscular re-education. These hands-on approaches effectively treat spinal conditions, sports injuries, and movement dysfunctions.
Vestibular Rehab
We offer specialized vestibular rehabilitation programs to address dizziness, vertigo, and balance disorders. Our evidence-based exercises improve gaze stability and reduce fall risk through targeted neurological retraining.
People
James Aquino
Owner
Dr. James Aquino earned his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Evidence In Motion Institute. He specializes in manual therapy, treating orthopedic and sports injuries with a focus on functional recovery.
Sandy Canout
Owner
Sandy Canout holds dual certifications in physical and occupational therapy. With expertise in hand therapy and Feldenkrais method, she specializes in orthopedic rehabilitation and sports medicine.
James Larsien
Physical Therapist
James Larsien has 25+ years of outpatient orthopedic experience. He specializes in sports injury rehabilitation with particular expertise in gait analysis for runners and golfers.
Nadine Valerio
Physical Therapist
Nadine Valerio brings extensive sports medicine experience to her physical therapy practice. She focuses on individualized treatment plans and communicates effectively with patients in English and Filipino.
Felix Canout
Founder
Felix Canout established the practice in 1972 as a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist. His foundational approach to physical therapy continues to influence the clinic's patient-centered philosophy.
Questions
What insurance plans do you accept?
We accept Medicare, Workers Compensation, Triwest, and most HMO/PPO plans. Our staff will verify your specific coverage benefits.
Do I need a referral for physical therapy?
California allows direct access to physical therapy without physician referral since 2014, though some insurance plans may require one.
What should I bring to my first appointment?
Bring your prescription for therapy, photo ID, insurance information, and any required co-payment for your initial evaluation.
How long are therapy sessions?
Initial visits last 30-60 minutes, with follow-up sessions typically 45-60 minutes depending on treatment complexity.
What types of conditions do you treat?
We treat orthopedic injuries, sports medicine conditions, neurological disorders, vestibular issues, and post-surgical rehabilitation needs.
Are your therapists specially certified?
Our team includes Certified Hand Therapists, Strength & Conditioning Specialists, and therapists with advanced manual therapy training.
