Was directed here for my primary doctor who is currently overseen my physical therapy. Is anybody who lives on the West side knows, any movement at all in this hideous modern day Los Angeles traffic has to plan ahead to navigate appointments, meetings, and damn near everything else. Lol I was instantly greeted by friendly staff as I entered this particular office which is located on the 4th floor of a well-maintained rather chic building. Instead of the usual fill out this fill out that paperwork, Dr David Pakozdi approached me and proceeded to inform me to come into the patient room as he was ready to rock and roll-and would have me fill out the requested paperwork on the fly, which was fine with me. I proceeded to have the scheduled procedure, which basically consisted of being hooked up to some electrodes in my lower calves and leg regions. And while the procedure itself wasn't the most comfortable thing in the world, the doctor and the staff handled everything as professional as one could. I was in and out in under an hour. Happy to recommend Dr Pakozdi and staff. read more

This is top of the line when it comes to physical therapy. David and his team really care about the patients. There are usually two therapists on the floor and two aids so the ratio of patients to therapists and aids is good. It is not an assembly line. David is like a surgeon as he is extremely knowledgeable and hands on in every facet and almost all body parts. When he's not working w/you, he has eyes behind his head and is watching you and offers help when needed. The other therapist Josh is also excellent and knowledgeable. Their aids are excellent and involved. read more

David and his team are beyond experts. This is the only place you should go if you are having any sort of muscular or skeletal pain from life/accidents/whatever. I thought I would never be healed and I am steadily on my way to recovery. I tried everything...chiropractic, ozone, craniosacral, massage, needles, TENS...the list goes on. Go see David and his team now! And the jokes, you'll learn...better than the comedy shop. read more

Kinetic Orthopedics is the best physical therapy clinic in Los Angeles. David Pakozzi is an excellent therapist with an extensive knowledge of the human body and how it works. My entire family has been treated, over the years, for recovery from shoulder surgery, knee replacement , and spine fusions. I have considerable experience with the quality of treatment at Kinetic Orthopedics, and it is excellent. I highly recommend David and Kinetic Orthopedics, Conveniently located in West Los Angeles. read more

Dr. Pakodzi is so wonderful, he's patient and takes his time to study your body and communicate what could be wrong. He spent almost two hours at my first appt truly taking his time to understand where I had wrist pain and walking me through stretches read more

There are phenomenal. You can 1:1 attention the whole time and they don't just show you a few exercises each session and then go and check in on you every 15 minutes. They're with you the whole time, observing, correcting, etc. The one drawback is they don't take insurance so it can be pricey. If it's a sprained ankle, I'd go to your run of the mill. If it's a hard to treat or chronic injury come here. read more

David is great at what he does. I highly recommend him for your physical therapy needs

I cannot recommend Kinetic Orthopedic and David Packozdi more highly for back problems. I was diagnosed, based on an MRI, with severe stenosis and was having significant pain in my lower back and legs. I couldn't walk more than a block or so or stand for more than 5 minutes without triggering the pain. The only way to relieve it was to sit down. I saw a surgeon, who suggested scheduling me immediately for a laminectomy. I tried epidurals instead -- 3 of them over a period of a couple months. They had no effect. So I tried physical therapy with KO, which my primary care doc had recommended. It was obvious from the get-go that David understood the back and was extremely experienced in dealing with spinal problems. I had personal attention from David or his assistant Zaldi throughout my 50-minute workouts. They are both very dedicated to their clients' success. David also gave me a regime of exercises to do at home on days I didn't have appointments with him. The best thing I can say about KO is that, after several months of treatments and home exercise, my back and leg pain "disappeared." And I mean the quoted word literally: After roughly 10 months of severe and physically limiting pain in my lower back and legs, it was gone. I now walk several miles with no hint of pain or discomfort. It's been almost exactly a year since a very highly regarded spinal surgeon told me I needed back surgery. Due to David and Zaldi, that's become a distant memory. Thank you! read more

David Pakodzi is a capable physical therapist but that make him a quality healthcare provider. He is a petty man for whom the idiosyncrasies of his practice are more important than his patients. In terrific pain I made a therapy appointment with his assistant. On the day of the appointment - in too much pain to drive - I Uber'd to his office. Upon my arrival both he and said assistant stated I did not have an appointment. This even though I had received a text reminder. When I protested both lied to me. Pakodzi refused to perform a brief manual adjustment of my lumbar spine that as it had in the past would have resolved the pain - this even though I had been a loyal patient for going on 30 years. After stared pie faced at me and refused treatment I had to Uber back home. I've recommended him to many friends. I herewith rescind my recommendation. I have lost all respect for him. No matter how skilled a PT is if he has lost compassion he should close his shop. David Pakodzi has lost compassion. read more

I was so impressed with my treatment the first time I came, that I have been back several times for other treatment. David is very knowledgeable and personable . He had a routine that I would do, increasing it or decreasing it when needed. I was also given a home routine. read more

David is the real deal. His diagnosis and treatment is thorough and comprehensive. I wouldn't be walking if it wasn't because of him. His establishment is sate of the art and his staff outstanding. Recommend Kinetic Orthopaedic and David Pakozdi highly. FIVE STARS all the way. read more

20 years ago I had a very serious back problem and was told that I needed a spinal fusion, but that I could try some physical therapy to delay the inevitable. I went to Kinetic Orthopaedic and David was confident that I could avoid the surgery. Since then I have walked in two marathons (L.A. and Chicago!) and birthed two babies (Charlie and Kate!). I was in my late forties for both of my pregnancies and I had no back issues at all throughout the pregnancies nor during the subsequent intense lugging involved in toting toddlers. Back problems are really common in pregnancy at any age, and I sailed through both with no issues! A year and a half after the birth of my second child, I did have one set back and I returned to KO and am now pain free again! David is the best! Since then, both my kids have had their own experiences with David and Kinetic Orthopaedic...both suffering from Osgood-Schlatter (knee problems) and he is great with kids too! I've recommended KO to many of my friends...all of whom have had excellent experiences! Highly recommend!! read more

This is an absolutely splendid place for physical therapy. Its owner, David Pakozdi, is extraordinarily competent, experienced and well-informed. He's also "hands-on" to ensure that you will get the best possible treatment from him and his staff. I went to him after having my left knee replaced, and he was terrific. He is VERY knowledgeable on all matters relating to muscular-skeletal questions. And he's also just a very nice, very caring and very patient human being. He gets my highest possible recommendation. Alan S. read more

This is a truly deserved 5* review for David & his team at Kinetic. I was referred to David a few months ago with a damaged nerve & a bulging disc in my neck. I had previously seen another PT who was successful in worsening my issues, and I was in a substantial amount of ongoing pain. My treatment plan was customized for my injury, my range of motion progress has been monitored bi-weekly & the strength gains that I've experienced have been remarkable. I have gone from laying on the couch with an ice pack around my neck with near constant muscle spasms to being back at full strength & living normally. As a patient you will work with David closely & directly, and you will understand exactly what each exercise is & why you are doing it. You will be able to ask questions & you will receive comprehensive answers. Overall the standard of care is extremely high, the attention to detail is impressive & the results are exactly what you want as a PT patient. read more

With two hip replacements in one year, I searched for the best physical therapist I could find, because I do tap and jazz and want to keep dancing. When I found David Pakozdi, I knew I was home. He is smart, informed, curious, and practical. He finds every case interesting, and he can think on his his feet. He doesn't miss the smallest movement (clue) in a client. He answers questions with unusual thoroughness. He has a sense of humor that establishes a tone for the whole office. It took a while to find this help, but it stands in a different category from the other treatments I received. I'm dancing, so thanks, David and crew. Rhoda H. read more

After tweaking both my wrist and shoulder, I thought it best to see a doctor for a professional opinion. Simply put, my experience with David Pakozdi exceeded my expectations. He's clearly the authority when it comes to the body; he simply knows his stuff inside and out. His acumen when it comes to medicine/the anatomy, coupled with his years of experience just makes him the final word when it comes to physical therapy. He is EXTREMELY thorough, and will take his time with you, like a relentless detective getting to the cause of an issue; and he will find that cause. While doing so, he will make sure your questions and concerns are addressed, constantly. All this leads to feeling like he cares, which is refreshing. Is he expensive? I suppose that's somewhat subjective. In this case, I truly call it - you get what you pay for. His office is very upfront about the costs. Don't expect to walk in there just paying your copay amount. I understand that for some this might make it cost prohibitive. Personally speaking, I too would love to just pay the copay on my insurance plan, but have no problem justifying their rate, clearly based on my positive experience. The bottom line: If you're in a real need to get to the heart of an underlying muscular issue, and are more concerned with the results/understanding the problem as opposed to saving $150/200, then you're going to want David Pakozdi on your team. read more

Rarely, if ever, have I posted a review, but when the experience exceeds expectation it must be acknowledged. David is extremely thorough from start to finish, starting with a super detailed consultation to determine the proper treatment/s which are phased in at the appropriate times as ones condition improves. There is nothing haphazard about the approach as range of motions are measured during treatment sessions to gauge progress. Exercises supervised on site, or given for home work, provide a great roadmap to recovery. If you need physical therapy in Los Angeles, this is the place. Steve S read more

David and his crew are thoughtful, knowledgeable and caring--and they throw in plenty of good humor and lively discussions of current affairs with the workouts. A back injury had laid me low when I started sessions with David in fall 2019. PT (along with medications, supplements, acupuncture and an epidural steroid injection) got me over the hump and back on the hiking trail. Once COVID loosens its grip, I'll be eager to return for a tuneup. The studio has multiple machines that look like instruments of torture but are actually helpful. The office limits the number of people in the studio at any one time, and that makes for more one-on-one care and less stress. Go for it! read more

I would highly recommend Kinetic Orthopaedic. David and his staff are extremely professional and kind. David takes pride in his work and I felt that he truly cares about his patients. The office is well run and most importantly, my physical therapy was successful! read more

David is simply the physical therapist I have ever been to. He sat and went over my MRI results and explained everything in detail, which my orthopedic Dr. didn't do. He has a great sense of humor that makes the workouts more enjoyable and really knows his craft. read more

Nobody better, period. Love David and all his associates. Super attentive and caring, knowledgeable and thorough. Highly recommended. I've been 4 times for numerous sports injuries, and would not consider going anywhere else... read more

This is gold standard of what physical therapy should be. Professional and focused, clearly and specifically customized to your malady -- in my case an L4/L5 issue that became more that just problematic, especially after several visits to a previous PT. It's work, so I suggest going in knowing that. But David and his team keep the atmosphere loose and make it enjoyable. Over the course of the last four months, they have carefully monitored me, both the work we do on premises and the home program I am supposed to be doing. If you do the work, you get better. It's that simple. Yet as logical as that sounds, that rarely happens with any other physical therapists. I am not yet where I want to be, but I'm confident I'm going to get there because the results up to this point are undeniable. And for that, I cannot recommend David highly enough. read more

Its all about results and mine are terrific. After 3 sessions with an incredibly stiff neck , my neck went from 60' to 90 degree bend.They are right down to business , very detailed very focused thoughtful personal attention like I have never had at Physical therapy - Real pros read more

First rate. Best physical therapist, hands down. I have a history of tearing muscles and spraining ankles and David is by far the best physical therapist I have seen. In December, I slipped/fell and could not walk without crutches and a mutual friend recommended that I see David. After a very thorough examination, he was able to diagnose my injury (a torn hamstring and pinched L4/L5). David and his wonderful team guided me through my recovery in a caring, thoughtful, and personalized way. Plus, they made it fun! I give David my highest endorsement. read more

Years ago I was in a very bad car accident. My cousin sent me to one of the best orthopaedic surgeons in Los Angeles, who recommended David Pakozdi at Kinetic Orthopaedic Physical Therapy. The care and attention I was given was far beyond anything I have ever seen at any other physical therapy clinic. David and his therapists have a deep knowledge of their field and give you the time and attention you need to get on the road to wellness. They are really invested in your care. I would highly recommend this clinic. read more

I have been going to Kinetic on off for many years. Hey injuries happen! I'm happy and relieved to know that I can always depend on David and his team to provide both a great recovery routine and high level information related to my injury. These guys rock!! read more

I turned to David in desperation over long lasting pains in my right upper shoulder. For almost a year I was convinced that I had torn some muscles in my upper back and the pain was now moving up my neck as well. I have never had such a thoughtful and time-consuming review of my problem, lots of tests and hands-on examination. What impressed me the most was he told me to immediately go to a neurologist and have an MRI of my neck which as it turned out was the right thing to do. read more

I have seen a lot of physical therapists in my life, and David Pakozdi is by far the best I have seen in Los Angeles. After spending years without knowing what was causing many of my physical ailments, David was able to quickly diagnose me and direct me to excellent orthopedic doctors. I have now rehabbed 3 separate injuries at this clinic and each time I was given quality care and was quickly back to my everyday tasks and athletic hobbies. His associate TJ Nathan and the whole staff are all very friendly and try to make each appointment as pleasant as possible. My whole family has been a patient here at some time and we see no reason to go anywhere else should any other injuries arise. read more