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I have heard good and bad stories about different places for Physical Therapy. (I have a torn PCL and MCL problems, and needed a place to go!)
I looked at other places people recommended, but MGH was right next door to work - so I hoped I could go there (for convenience as well as reputation)
Once I confirmed with my insurance I could, and scheduled up a few appointments, I started on my way BACK to a strong leg and knee!
Asyou walk in, you see all the framed jerseys from Athletes, from David Ortiz to Ray Bourque and more... Yes, a lot of Boston Pro athletes (and pro athletes form elsewhere) go here, so you know it MUST be top notch.
The equipment and facilities are top notch, as you would expect, from the locker room with showers, to the machines and therapeutic equipment.
My therapist, Kailin, is GREAT. She has the patience to deal with a difficult and stubborn patient like me (yes, I said it, and will admit it!), and the knowledge and experience to help me out. I have pushed aside my imaginary knowledge, stubbornness and desire to do things my way and put myself in her hands 100%, and could not be happier.
So far after a month, I can tell positive change, and as long as I keep listening to her versus ignoring her, I have no problem I will keep improving!
The other staff around has always been helpful (they are busy, so people help out on some things), and they have always been accommodating on every aspect. I ave never been afraid to ask another therapist a question or for something if Kailin was not in the immediate vicinity.
The front desk staff of Vicki and Harry is also top notch. Very helpful, friendly, and work to help you get in when you can versus the entitled nature you find at some offices. (in other words, they put you, the patient first all the time)
Understand before you go, MGH is BIG. You have to register with the hospital, get your MGH ID card/number, and it might take an extra week or two to get an appointment. But in my case, where i suffered a traumatic injury nd had to heal, I would RATHER go to teh best, instead of the quickest.
I hope you never have an injury or a need to go here, but if you do, and you need PT for a joint or tendon (or anything), then This IS THE place to go in Boston...
who knows, you may find yourself on a table next to one of Bostons finest athletes.. sharing in the best PT and rehab in the city!