I landed here after I broke my ankle and stretched out my ligaments, tendons, and whatever else is in there. I don't recommend breaking yourself, but if you do, I HIGHLY recommend 3DPT. Allow me to explain:
- Patient people: Let's just say I'm not the brightest when it comes to understanding insurance but Grady (owner) was so sweet to explain it multiple ways so patiently. I never felt bad for asking all my questions and I always got answers that made sense.
- Awesome staff: I've probably talked to everyone there at some point. They're always friendly and encouraging - just all-around nice people. Nadia (coordinator) is super sweet, has all the answers, and makes scheduling easy. Marcos Lopez (PT, DPT, OCS) is as determined as I am to get me back on the soccer field. He's knowledgeable, always has a plan for my time which is usually 60-75 minutes, and always provides one-on-one time to everyone for extra pain (er, I mean healing). ;) He also puts up with my $h!t and sometimes I even get it back. Legit going to be sad to go because I feel like I'm losing friends!
- Good range of equipment: In June, I limped in for my evaluation fresh out of a sexy medical boot with zero muscle from not using my foot and leg for months. It's now July and there may be some pieces of equipment that I don't love (ha), BUT I've gained plenty of muscle (and movement) back, and I'm already running again! On most of my weight at least.**
**They have an Alter G (anti-gravity treadmill) - I don't know how many of those are out there, but it allows you to walk and run on a percentage of your weight so whatever your issue is (feet, ankles, knees, hips, etc.) you're not bearing the full load on impact. Neat right? Yes.
- Always prompt: I've never waited past my appointment time to start. They'll even get you going early sometimes. WHAAAT? Yes - that's happened.
- Long hours: Do you work a 9-5? No problem! They're open 7-7!! That's right, I get to rehab my ankle AND receive a paycheck to pay for said rehab. Double bonus. But seriously though - it's so great not to have to skip out on work for something you truly need to do.
- Free, ample parking: Parking a big truck in Uptown can be a challenge, but not here. They've got a visitor's garage with plenty of parking. And sometimes the toweringly tall, sweetest security guard in the cowboy hat is out there. We're best friends now (according to me).
Finally -- shout out to Dr. Bruce Markman and the staff at Alpha Orthopedics and Sports Medicine. If you or someone you love chooses to break themselves, start here! Great people and a conservative approach. I have a feeling I'll be back at some point in my life. read more