REVIEW ADVANCE Orthopedic and Sports Therapy…read more Looking for a rehabilitation program for an active life style? Look no further than ADVANCE Orthopedic and Sports Therapy in Lowell. Friendly staff and competent therapists greet and treat you. I was lucky enough to cross paths with Mitch Guttentag, a great therapist and a good listener. Unlike other therapists I have worked with, Mitch is a hands on kind of guy who stays in the exam room with you as you do the exercises and uses his own strength against you to help strengthen your muscles. I had developed a significant limp and severe pain in my right hip. I was diagnosed with bursitis and tendonitis by the Orthopedic Surgeon I saw. Mitch put me through a complex series of exercises and concluded that I must have a tear in one of my gluteus tendons. He suggested that an MRI be done to check his hypothesis. Sure enough he was right. I had a full thickness tear of the gluteus medius tendon, making it difficult for me to walk correctly. Mitch felt that all the rehabilitation in the world would not fix this problem, so therapy was discontinued. I am now scheduled for a surgical repair. You can be sure I will return to Mitch at ADVANCE Orthopedic and Sports Therapy after surgery for my rehabilitation. S. Willey

I highly recommend this place. I had severe shoulder pain and after being treated by Becca for a…read morefew months, I am now 95% pain free. She listens carefully, diagnoses the problem, and is patient in her approach to healing. If you're looking for a physical therapist who is very knowledgeable and genuinely cares about helping people, Becca is the one!

I'm so happy & hopeful to return to Bay State Physical Therapy in Chelmsford. Mike & his team truly…read morecare about your health care more than any other medical professional in any field that I've encountered!!! I have dealt with chronic pain including myofascial pain & a connective tissue disorder, among other symptoms & accidents, for over 13 years now. I was going to another location that completely(!) dropped the ball, and did not provide the level of care & support needed for a more complex case, or even a basic one. I was lucky enough to get into Mike's schedule again, and even the hour drive there, and back, is completely worth it. I'd rather drive an hour to and from Chelmsford twice a week to receive quality care that I know will help me get stronger & manage my symptoms, rather than drive 5 minutes to a place that honestly made me hopeless (again) and feel like I was never going to get better, and that they did not care in the least. The experience here with this team is nothing short of extraordinary. They also will help with providing any resistance bands you need for home exercises without giving you a hard time about "what insurance covers." They provide cupping, dry needling, etc. and are flexible with allowing you to use the space for your exercises as long as you need. Mike has an extensive education in sports medicine and how the body actually works from an experienced perspective, not just from reading books exclusively. He has a very hands-on approach, which is necessary for certain ailments to be able to handle certain exercises. He's said he has had the same training as any other physical therapist, so it goes to show that other pts at other locations don't apply what they learned in school. Any question you have about your body, or exercises to do or not do, he has the answer based on your personal situation. Not only that, I've worked with others at this location who are trained with Mike so you're in good hands no matter who you see here, or at their location in Billerica. Special shoutout to Lisa, Caroline, Snowy, Dante, & Bella who've all been super helpful & supportive. Caroline & Snowy have been helping me with dry needling, and they are extremely caring and compassionate. Lisa is an absolute angel at the front desk. If you want to be taken seriously and given the opportunity for real results that improve your daily life, this is the place to go. I would put anything on it. Thank you Mike & team, the work you do to genuinely help others heal is priceless. You are so important & inspiring. I truly can't thank you enough for providing the care and compassion the world desperately needs.

I'm a regular at Bay State I've been coming here on and off since around 2017 due to a chronic…read moreback injury and have only ever benefited from Bay State's physical therapy approach. Their method has helped me build the mind-muscle connection that is hard to maintain with a spinal injury. Jesse is a knowledgeable therapist and helps push me through every appointment.

I recommend the surgeons at Orthopedic Associated of North Chelmsford, MA. As a retired RN with…read moreO.R. experience, I tend to be very critical of surgeons. Since 2019, I've had several procedures to alleviate the pain of osteoarthritis. First, a left rotator cuff repair then, in the fall, a left knee replacement, by Dr. Scott Sigman. High praise for him and his team. I had minimal post op pain and was walking the day of surgery. Several years later I had the pleasure of bilateral hip replacements, 1 yr apart, by Dr. Stephen Designa. Again, minimal post op discomfort and, with physical therapy, return to normal with no more pain. And such tiny incisions--I can barely see them! Thank you and bless you, Dr. Designa. Now, in 2026 I'm back for more magic, seeing Dr. Howard Wu for bilateral shoulder arthritis . He is urging me to have the surgeries, first the left which is giving me the most discomfort and limited range of motion, then, after a time, the right. But, since I'm elderly and also caring for my disabled husband, I've been putting it off. He's right,of course, I need them ,and I'm not afraid but he listens to me and, I think, understands. It's comforting to know that, when I'm ready, he'll do his best to give me real golden years. We baby boomers are lucky. Modern technology and talented surgeons. Replace the old, worn out joints and we'll feel better. Maria S, Lowell, MA August 2026

Dr. Steven Alter never denied my requests for out-of-work notes, and I appreciate that. I did not…read morehave surgery with him, so I can't comment on his surgical skills or outcomes. From my experience, I felt his bedside manner could be better. I often left feeling like my injury and concerns were being minimized and that I wasn't being fully heard. My impression is that he has a very direct, surgeon-focused approach, which may work well for some patients but wasn't the best fit for me. I can't say he's a bad doctor. However, beyond providing me with time off from work, I don't feel much was done to fully evaluate all of my complaints. For example, I never received comprehensive strength testing for the various issues I reported. One thing that also concerned me was that the office seemed to use a standard template in the medical notes. Some of the statements about my care did not accurately reflect what occurred during my visits, which I found frustrating. I've also spoken with three other people who were not particularly happy with their experiences when I mentioned Dr. Alter. Of course, that's anecdotal, and it doesn't mean he isn't an excellent surgeon. This review is simply my personal experience as a patient. I will say Amanda the medical receptionist was great, every request I asked for, she promptly responded to me with the information I needed.

Dr. T best chiropractor I have to. He will be missed when he moves back to New York, their gain…read moreour loss.

Very through and educated in chiropractic but also sport injury. Whole family agrees but…read moreadjustments they have ever had.

I've been a patient of Orthopedic Surgical Associates for approximately 15 years; specifically of…read moreDr. Samuel Gerber. I began seeing Dr. Gerber after I had a snowmobile mishap and had a hairline fracture on my hip, resulting later in a torn meniscus because of how I favored my leg. I continue to see Dr. Gerber for Patellofemoral Syndrome a.k.a. runners knee. Dr. Gerber has worked with me on pain management, which doesn't resolve taking pain medications. He's provided me with at-home stretch exercises, as well as physical therapy. I also get bilateral knee injections to help relieve bone-on-bone degeneration. Dr. Gerber has always "listened" to how I was feeling to come up with the best treatment plan for me - no two patients are the same. When I have my office visits, Dr. Gerber always asks not just about me, but also about my son (he had a health scare 5 years ago). He also talks about his family and grandchildren (one of his daughters has twins on the way) and has another grandchild. He's an MD first of course, but also a great human who cares about his patients and overall well-being. In 2022, I moved an hour and a half away from his office. Because he is such a great MD and human, I drive an hour and a half for a 20-minute appointment which speaks volumes in itself. My husband is also a patient who has had bilateral rotor cuff/bicep tear surgery. I've always been greeted pleasantly from my arrival to the nurse escorting me, to the x-ray techs, his secretary, his PA, and so forth. Everyone makes me feel welcome, and I see the same care and respect for other patients. I will continue to be a patient of Orthopedic Surgical Associates and recommend them and Dr. Gerber for the best care. I know you won't be disappointed. Christine Mousseau Lakes Region - New Hampshire

Kevin Malone not to be confused w/ the actor that starts in the sitcom Office did an awesome job w/…read moremy knee replacement Would recommend him highly. The receptionists seemed to get annoyed & knowing they're only human it's a great bunch

Horrible!! I usually see dr Malone but I injured both knees badly from a fall 2 weeks ago. I have a…read morehistory of a right meniscus tear and tibeal plateau fracture. My right knee feels exactly like that. Last time my fracture didn't show up on X-ray but on MRI. anyways I got X-rays that showed no fractures yesterday at my primary care doctor. Dr Roman didn't even touch my knees or do any type of exam. It was a 10 second appointment of him saying "no fractures k bye". Thanks so much. I can barely walk and in so much pain. What a joke

Dr Gerber is always there for me. I feel comfortable when I come to his office and he treats me…read morewith the compassion and respect. His surgical skills are incredible!!!

This is the most compassionate and caring doctor I have ever met. He has an outstanding bedside…read moremanner and has alway been there for me and my family. He is a skilled surgeon and wonderful person

Small, client centered PT program run by a husband and wife. Love Connie, she's talented,…read moreexperienced and LISTENS to me, then moves forward with thoughtful ways to help me heal. I highly recommend them!

From the owner: We are a privately owned physical therapy clinic. Our clinicians have a combined 65 years of…read moreexperience. We provide one on one treatments. Our clinicians are specialists in orthopedics, geriatrics and neurological treatments. Our WorkFit program specializes in the physical therapy management of acute work-related injuries, work conditioning, and functional capacity evaluation.

Dr. Wachtel started taking care of my grandmother's podiatry needs a few months ago and we have…read morebeen so pleased. We left a different podiatry practice bc of poor care and bedside manner. My grandmother is so happy that we made the switch! Dr. Wachtel always makes us smile at every visit and is thorough in his assessments. We appreciate you, Dr. Wachtel!

Dr Wachtel is in my eyes THE BEST FOOT DOCTOR. I had a problem on the bottom of my big toe for…read moreover a year. from going to my pcp and another podiatrists they just couldn't figure it out, the day the podiatrist says we need to do surgery and shave the bone so the big toe bends was the day I decided to find another podiatrist. I thank the higher power that I found Dr wachtel. From the first visit to the last he was amazing. He assured me that he will fix my pain and after a few visits he did. I can't believe how professional and knowledgeable he is. I beyond recommend Dr Mitchell Watche. 100%

They are great especially Kelly. She is more knowledgeable than past PTs, plus she's attentive and…read morekind. The support staff is great also.

I had a great experience at Bay State with Keith O'Hara. He is an excellent…read more Physical therapist who is very thorough and explained procedures during my visit. I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone desiring pt services. I'd also like to commend Judy, their receptionist, for her friendliness and follow through. The entire staff that I dealt with during my visits were very accommodating and friendly also.