Business Details
Expert Physical Therapy Services in San Diego, CA
San Diego Physical Therapy was founded to provide a comprehensive, whole-body approach to physical rehabilitation and wellness. Our clinic prioritizes one-to-one patient care, utilizing Applied Functional Science to address environmental, biological, and psychological factors affecting mobility and quality of life. With a focus on individualized treatment plans, we integrate therapeutic activities that mimic daily tasks and sports to restore function and prevent future injuries. Our team, led by Dr. Alison Harper, combines decades of clinical expertise with a passion for holistic healing. We emphasize patient education, prescribing home exercise programs to empower long-term recovery.Our commitment to personalized care ensures every session is tailored to the unique needs and goals of each patient. By incorporating manual therapy, dynamic stretching, and advanced techniques like cupping and Functional Manual Reaction, we address pain from multiple angles. Our mission extends beyond rehabilitation to promoting overall wellness and injury prevention. With flexible scheduling and direct access to therapists, we eliminate barriers to effective care. San Diego Physical Therapy stands as a trusted leader in physical therapy, dedicated to helping patients achieve pain-free, active lifestyles.
Services
Physical Therapy Evaluation
PT Treatment Session
Manual Therapy Session
Injury Screening
Therapeutic Exercises
Cupping Therapy
Gua Sha Treatment
Functional Manual Reaction
Prevention Programs
Wellness Consultations
Highlights and features
- We provide one-to-one patient care tailored to individual needs.
- Our treatments incorporate Applied Functional Science for holistic healing.
- We offer manual therapy techniques like cupping and Functional Manual Reaction.
- Our team includes certified physical therapists with advanced clinical expertise.
- We focus on injury prevention and long-term wellness education.
What people say
Sensitive, caring & extremely knowledgeable
Opened my eyes to proper stretching
Non-traditional whole-body approach
Devote completely to my appointment
Networked for additional therapies
Services
Physical Therapy Evaluation
Our 60-minute evaluations begin with a comprehensive injury or pain assessment and goal-setting discussion. Patients receive a personalized home exercise program to support progress outside sessions. The evaluation identifies movement imbalances and creates a roadmap for recovery, integrating Applied Functional Science principles to address root causes of dysfunction.
PT Treatment Session
45-minute sessions combine manual therapy, therapeutic exercises, and patient education. Techniques include soft tissue mobilization, joint mobilization, and functional movement training. Each session reviews home exercises while progressing treatment intensity. We incorporate cupping, gua sha, and Functional Manual Reaction to enhance pain relief and mobility improvements.
Manual Therapy Session
30-minute focused sessions emphasize hands-on techniques for pain relief. Therapists use deep tissue massage, joint mobilization, and neuromuscular re-education to improve tissue extensibility and joint mechanics. This service targets specific areas of restriction while preparing tissues for functional movement patterns during subsequent sessions.
Injury Screening
15-minute consultations provide a whole-body assessment of acute injuries. Therapists evaluate movement patterns, prescribe preliminary exercises, and determine if further physical therapy or physician referral is needed. This service offers immediate guidance for injury management and prevention strategies.
Prevention Programs
Customized programs focus on injury prevention through movement analysis and corrective exercises. We educate patients on proper biomechanics for sports, work, and daily activities. Programs include dynamic warm-ups, mobility drills, and strength training tailored to individual risk factors and lifestyle demands.
People
Alison Harper
PT, DPT, CAFS
Dr. Alison Harper, a San Diego State University Kinesiology graduate and Mount St. Mary's University Doctor of Physical Therapy, specializes in Applied Functional Science. With over 8 years of clinical experience, she combines holistic care with evidence-based practice. Her teaching at SDSU and personal athletic background inform her patient-centered approach to rehabilitation and wellness.
Questions
What is Applied Functional Science?
Applied Functional Science integrates movement mechanics, anatomy, and physiology to create individualized treatment plans that address how your body functions in real-life activities.
Do I need a referral for physical therapy?
No referral is necessary. California allows direct access to physical therapists for evaluation and treatment.
What should I wear to sessions?
Wear comfortable clothing that allows movement. Athletic shoes are recommended for functional activity training.
How long are treatment sessions?
Evaluation sessions last 60 minutes. PT treatment sessions are 45 minutes, manual therapy sessions 30 minutes, and injury screens 15 minutes.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept cash, credit cards, and health savings account (HSA) payments. Payment is due at the time of service.
Can you help with post-surgical rehabilitation?
Yes, we specialize in post-surgical recovery, creating progressive rehabilitation programs to restore mobility and strength after procedures like tendon repairs or joint replacements.
