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Best PT I’ve been to in SD! Whole facility is next level and team goes above and beyond
Highly recommend!
Aaron Owen
Best PT experience I have ever had. Dr. Nick was able to fix my shoulder after I separated it playing football. You won’t be disappointed if you go here - they will get you right!
Bryce Moreno
Highly recommend Dr. Gabi Perez at SDSPT! Very knowledgeable and skilled.
Drew Overturf
Dr. Matt and the team are amazing! Never have I ever seen such a hands-on approach to PT. The results have been significant and I will always be on the calendar with my “body mechanic” to keep tuned up.
Mick Barber
My daughter has been in physical therapy with Nick Barin for about a month now. We are amazed with the high quality of care! He does a wonderful job listening to her concerns and struggles at dance each week. He does fantastic body work with her and then progressive resistance exercises. Each week he works to improve the way she feels and increase her strength. They are working together to get her back full strength and speed to the dance floor. Thank you so much!!
Ruth Arner
SD Sports PT is the best in the business!!! 10/10!! Derek’s body work sessions have eliminated the pain in my knees and my hip mobility has never been better. The facility is state of the art and they treat people ranging from professional athletes to hobbyists such as my wife and myself. I am very grateful to have found such an awesome place with such cool people!
Ian Feichtmeir
Derek has been great in my recovery from a shoulder injury. He has done a great job restoring my confidence and getting me healthy to return to pitching in college. I 100% recommend coming for top notch care and quality.
Glen Huggins
I can’t recommend SD Sports Physical Therapy enough! If you want to finally feel better, this is your place to go.
With Derek’s help, I have seen more progress with my knee in a matter of weeks compared to working with other clinics for months. Him and his team are so knowledgable, helpful and really take the time to personalize the care to you.
Not to mention the facility is 10/10. Super clean, open and has all the different machines / gadgets to get you back to where you want to be. The cold plunge is legit!
I feel so lucky to have found this place when I did or else I would have not seen the progress I have made.
Kenna Clark –
SDSPT is truly the best. From the first day I walked in November, I knew I was in the right place to get fixed. Everyone on the team is professional, kind, and highly skilled. I’ve been going to Derek since day 1, and he knows exactly what he is doing. I came to Derek with a swollen left knee, knee clicking, difficulty walking, and symptoms of a meniscus tear. After just my first session with Derek, I could walk, do a bodyweight squat, and my knee discomfort had significantly decreased. I continued to see Derek once a week, and each time my knee felt extremely better.
Derek cares about his clients and does everything in his power to ensure his clients feel their best so they can heal, recover, progress, and return to their favorite activities.
It is now June, and I’m back in the gym doing leg days, and I couldn’t be happier, thanks to Derek’s help. My knee no longer clicks or locks, and the inflammation has decreased immensely.
I am very sad to be moving from San Diego because Derek is a one of a kind. I am so happy I found SDSPT, and I highly recommend everyone to go to SDSPT!
Ariela Fux
I can't thank Dr. Barin enough for the amazing care I've received. After hurting my shoulder, I was struggling to get back to doing the things I love. Dr. Barin has been incredible throughout my recovery journey. His expertise and dedication have made all the difference. I'm now on the path to full recovery, and it's all thanks to him. Highly recommend Dr. Barin to anyone in need of top-notch care!
Eric Sigdestad
In 2022, I was an avid runner and Dr. Derek was able to pinpoint an issue I was having with my stride. A year later I “tweaked” something, ended up in severe pain, and went to the my general heath care provider for help. After a few months, I still didn’t have a true diagnosis from the medical group and I decided to go to SDSPT to see if Dr. Derek could help. Immediately, Derek suspected I tore my meniscus, and ultimately that is what the MRI revealed. I chose to work with SDSPT to avoid surgery. After 6 months of rehabilitation with SDSPT, I’m back to running three days a week. MANY THANKS to Dr. Derek and SDSPT!
Nathan Schmidt
Dr D knows his stuff! Top quality care, they really take the time to explain everything. Awesome work, always available to answer any questions or concerns. Dr D puts you on a plan to make sure you recover from your injury as fast and as effectively as possible!
Came in with a hip injury that was so painful I couldn't even walk without pain sometimes, but after a handful of sessions with Dr D I'm back to running and playing my fav sports! Don't think twice about booking!!
Jawéd M.
Derek cured my chronic back problem. He found me on the golf course and said he could help me after witnessing me injure my back on the 6th hole. I was barely playing once per week, going to a chiropractor every few days and was reinjuring my back often. Now I am playing 3 times per week, have never had a setback and I am pain free for the first time in over a year. He is simply the best.
Brad Kates
Referred to this Sabre springs location by a friend and I must say…this place is top notch! Extremely knowledgeable trainers and an A1 facility! Workout equipment top of the line, and can’t forget the extra amenities. Icy cold cold plunge and infrared sauna for that post workout recovery! Will be telling all my friends.
Geno Amanonce
Can’t thank Nick and Derek enough for getting me back to running. Dealt with meniscus pain and plantar fasciitis for over a year and they were able to get me right. This place goes above and beyond for their patients!
Wyatt Champlin
I've seen two other physical therapists for my chronic shoulder pain, but nothing compares to Dr. Nick Barin. Referred to his office, I was immediately impressed. As a fellow Crossfitter, Nick understood my issues right away and quickly diagnosed the problem. After just two sessions and doing my nightly homework, I feel like a new person. The improvement is unbelievable!
If you're serious about your recovery, Nick is the one to see. It's not cheap, but the results are worth every penny. He's in a class of his own. If you don't do your homework, don't even bother going, but if you do, you'll experience a transformation. Highly recommended!
Eric S.
I can't recommend SD Sports Physical Therapy enough! If you want to finally feel better, this is your place to go.
With Derek's help, I have seen more progress with my knee in a matter of weeks compared to working with other clinics for months. Him and his team are so knowledgable, helpful and really take the time to personalize the care to you.
Not to mention the facility is 10/10. Super clean, open and has all the different machines / gadgets to get you back to where you want to be.
I feel so lucky to have found this place when I did or else I would have not seen the progress I have made!
Mckenna C.
Over a year ago, I was looking for a miracle. My job and lifestyle makes my body extremely stiff and I came upon an Instagram ad for SD sports physical therapy. I booked with Derek and the rest is history. Derek has gotten me through multiple injuries, a stingray sting to the ankle, 3 torn discs in my back, and a chronic neck ache. When my back was injured, I went to him bent over because I couldn’t stand straight, after an hour I was able to walk out fully standing. Every week I have seen that my body responds so well to the treatment. I highly highly recommend every therapist in their clinic!
Stephanie Orr
Nick is an angel and extraordinarily gifted at what he does! I can’t thank him enough for helping me get back on the field and most importantly, I can use my right arm once again. In Feb 2024, I broke my elbow, resulting in surgery, ending my semi professional soccer season. When I first met Nick in March 2024, I couldn’t make a fist or even lift my arm. I felt terrified adjusting to a metal plate with 5 screws in my elbow, but Nick’s been incredibly encouraging and helpful. Fast forward to May 2024, I was cleared for soccer with no weight restrictions. Shout out to Nick!! I’m always learning something new with him and I look forward to each session; SDSPT has the best team, hands down.
Alexandra Aguilar
I have been coming to SDSPT for over a year and my experience with Derek has been instrumental for my lifting/fitness/health endeavors. In my first appointment with Derek, I had met him with many questions and skepticism (due to failed attempts at other PT’s) and a decent understanding of what my issues were and why I needed PT (i.e. lower back pain/spasms/anterior pelvic tilt/hip flexor issues) that was limiting my progress towards my goals. I plateaued on my own research and prehab “exercises” that I thought would pose beneficial. Derek supplemented my understanding with further insight and deeper understandings of various forms of treatment and was compassionate with my frustrations.
As a former collegiate swimmer, I just wanted to be able to workout and be functionally fit, while regretfully admitting to myself I will never be as strong as I was in college.
Long story short I’m the strongest and fittest I’ve ever been and that is a testament to Derek and his incredible work to keeping my body right, injury free, and expanding my horizon of potential. What’s he’s built with his team at SDSPT has echoed across SD County and has been and will continue to be a favorite for various professional athletes. I’m so proud of what he and his team have been able to accomplish and the new facility/equipment at Sabre Springs is incredible. Thank you Derek and the rest of SDSPT!!
Jack Galvan
I have been living with chronic pain for years due to myofascial pain disease and a skull fracture. As a very active person and a competitive athlete from the age of five through post-college, these diagnoses and my accident completely turned my world upside down. Over the years, I have visited countless physical therapists, chiropractors, massage therapists, and osteopaths. I have purchased every gizmo and gadget that promised pain relief, and I've undergone pain point shots and epidurals. Each of these treatments provided some relief, but none addressed the root cause of my pain.
That all changed when I started working with Dr. Matt Hemphill at San Diego Sports Physical Therapy. Dr. Matt has not only provided me with significant pain relief but has also worked on fixing the problem from within. His approach is holistic and targeted, helping to ensure that I won't have to continue living in pain. Although my journey is not over, the light at the end of the tunnel is now much brighter and hopefully pain-free.
Dr. Matt's expertise and dedication have made a profound difference in my life. For anyone suffering from chronic pain, or any pain that needs fixin' - I highly recommend San Diego Sports Physical Therapy and Dr. Matt Hemphill!
Paola Ivette Monroy
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“I’m sure you watched Harry Potter as a kid and wonder where Hogwarts was… well I found it. SDSPT is full of wizards 🧙♂️ It doesn’t matter what the inquiry is, they know how to fix it. I wanted to keep this place to myself but I know that’s greedy, so you all are welcome that I’m letting the secret out!”
William Routt
“Gabby and Derek are both fantastic. Always on time and very professional. I went in with a surgical plan for a foot issue after undergoing injections and months of PT. After a few months I no longer have a need for surgery and feeling great. They have saved me not only from going under the knife, but a 6-12 month rehab”
Lauren H
“Could not be more thankful for Nick and his expertise to get my shoulder back to 100%. The team at SDSPT is incredible and could not recommend them more. I know if i ever have any issues with my body I can go to Nick and SDSPT and they’ll get me right”
Scott Stransky
“I can't express enough gratitude for Derek's incredible support during my recovery from not one, but two torn Achilles tendon injuries. Dealing with these setbacks within a mere six weeks was overwhelming. His positive, and personalized care made all the difference; he didn't just see me as another patient, but as a person with unique needs..
I not only regained strength in my Achilles but also regained confidence in myself. Derek's positive attitude and unwavering support has been truly transformative, turning what seemed like a hopeless situation into a journey of growth and resilience. Without hesitation,
I highly recommend Derek and his all-star team to anyone seeking world-class care with a personal touch”
Cristo Briceño
“The team at SDSPT is elite! I’ve been working with them for about a year now and can definitely say their relentless dedication to helping me has contributed to me reaching my goal of reaching the NFL. The team at SDSPT conduct themselves professionally, genuinely and challenge you to become the best version of yourself!”
Re-al Mitchell
“Derek is the man. He will get your body right, whatever your problem might be”
Josh Heverly
“The Team at SDSPT provided an amazing experience with their knowledge and experience. The sessions I have attended have improved my recovery and helped me return to my sport quickly. They are great at listening and are quickly able to assess what will be needed for your rehab/recovery process, as well as provide an accurate timeline for your full recovery and return to sport or normal life. 15/10, will be going again”
Kellan Quinley
“Derek has been an incredible solution for my previous shoulder injury! I've tried everything, including X-rays, separate MRIs, two different injections months apart, physical therapy (both doctor-administered and private) for over six months, stem cell therapy, a few dozen sessions of cupping and micro needling, and I'm sure I've forgotten something. Regarding the diagnosis, I have been told anything and everything. Nothing worked to relieve my pain. Derek did shoulder work on a patient in a video that appeared on my Instagram feed, so I figured it wouldn't hurt to try him. Three sessions later, I'm pain-free and back on track at the gym. Now, I schedule monthly sessions to help me feel my best again!”
Joe Valadao
“I've been to many different physical therapists from my time playing sports all the way up to the collegiate level, none of them had the amount of knowledge & skill that Derek has! He's a true master of his craft and overall good person who cares about people & truly making a difference in his patient's lives. Highly recommend Derek & the SDSPT team to anyone looking to gain better physical performance, pain relief, injury recovery etc. the office is very clean, organized & ready to meet whatever needs the patient comes in with!”
Conner Jones
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“I had a great 3 visits to SD sports physical therapy! I wanted to pre-hab my hamstring, and found the extended hours and up-front pricing to be very helpful. The online scheduling was great, too!
The business model of having 60 min with a PT worked well for me, as I was able to make great progress with Gabrielle in only a few visits. The location worked out great, too. I hope this practice continues to succeed!”
— Lauren K, September 2023
“Dr. Derek Rustich is truly blessed and gifted! As a former professional soccer player with a long track record of numerous injuries accumulated, I was searching relentlessly to find help and move pain free. I have been going to see Derek for the last 3 weeks and I have made the most progress since retirement. In the first session, he was able to sense and feel what needed to be done. He worked on those areas and released so much stress that made my eyes watery of being pain free in a long time. I can sense that he not only loves what he does but is very passionate about getting his client feeling healthier after every session. Derek is very knowledgeable, professional, open minded, and most importantly a great person to work with! He welcomes all questions and is able to precisely explain and educate his client on their bodies. I definitely recommend Dr. Derek to anyone whether you are an athlete or someone who is trying to get out of pain and move better”
— Sujinda Dangvan, June 2023
“Best customized wellness service I have ever experienced. There are no words that justify the ongoing positive results of Dr. Perez's expertise. I'm so happy with my health breakthrough”
— Dana Neuman, December 2023
“When I first started working with Derek my body was in pretty bad shape. I’ve been dealing with sciatica, lower back pain, ankle injury, shoulder and neck aches and pinched from calisthenics and from tournament paintball. Throughout the past few months we’ve been making huge progress and improvements. It went from barely being able to get out of bed with serious pinching in the lower back(door hinges) to being able to compete in tournaments again along with free styling on the pull up bars. Throughout the recovery process and performing in between I did get a few minor aches, knots, tightness, and pinches through my ankles, back, neck, and shoulders(separate occasions) Derek was able to relieve those some issues and helped taught on how to work on strengthen certain areas to prevent further juries. From using this machine called ARP, heated metal scrapes, cupping, to giving out homework, seeing Derek has helped me get better and healthier. Being an athlete demands a lot of self care and Derek has helped with that in tremendous ways and it’s been a great pleasure working with him these past few months, I still plan to continue on working with Derek on a daily basis to keep up with my performance on the field and with being better and healthier in my everyday life. He’s also a very funny cool dude.”
— daicacharco1904, November 2023
“Dr. Perez is amazing! Very professional, friendly, responsive and knowledgeable. I went to SD Sports Physical Therapy with neck and shoulder pain. Dr. Perez was able to provide body work to loosen up the muscles and recommend daily stretches. I started feeling better after only 2 sessions! Staff would check in days before to inform me of my appointment so I wouldn't forget. They accept superbill payments if you are out of network. If you have any pain, injuries, or muscle issues I highly recommend coming in.”
— Chris B., July 2023
“Dr. Derek has a genuine commitment to understanding and comforting his patients. And unlike other experiences where I felt rushed, he takes the time to explain every aspect of my treatment plan and answer all my questions. I found it easy to trust Dr. Derek because his expertise is evident in every interaction and session. He clearly knows what he is doing and it shows in the performances of every single one of his patients/ athletes.
I had persistent pain for months while running and sprinting after a quad injury, but Dr. Derek’s personalized approach to my recovery made a world of difference. And I credit his knowledge for my ability to return to running, sprinting, and hurdling so quickly and pain-free. I have gone to several physical therapists all over and Dr. Derek is the best. Even if you are not dealing with an injury, I highly recommend booking a bodywork session with him.
I couldn’t thank Dr. Derek enough. If you're debating where to go for physical therapy, do yourself a huge favor and make an appointment with Dr. Derek”
— Rasha Badrani, October 2023
“I’ve had chronic pain in my t-spine / thoracic area for years. I’ve probably been to almost every single PT and massage therapist in the San Diego county area. That is until I found Derek. I’ve had a few sessions with him and I can honestly say that now my shoulders sit in place, the pain is pretty much gone. I now go to him for maintenance and it’s so beneficial to my life. I even breathe easier. If you’re in the fence because you’ve gone to so many other places in hope of relief, go to Derek. He sees with his hands and he takes care of the cause of pain, not just the symptoms of the pain.”
— Benjamin Erickson, Aug 2023
