RECENT 5 STAR REVIEWS
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RECENT 5 STAR REVIEWS 〰️
“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 - May, 2024
“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 - April, 2024
“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 - April, 2024
“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 – March, 2024
“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 – April, 2024
“Derek is the man. He will get your body right, whatever your problem might be”
Josh Heverly -April, 2024
“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 -April, 2024
“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 - March, 2024
“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 – February 2024
RECENT 5 STAR REVIEWS
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RECENT 5 STAR REVIEWS 〰️
“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
“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. 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
RECENT 5 STAR REVIEWS
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RECENT 5 STAR REVIEWS 〰️
“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
“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 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
