I have had physical therapy a number of times through the past 30 years and SPTA is by far the best…read morePT clinic I have been treated at. The PT's and PTA's are knowledgeable, friendly and help you through the whole process from beginning to end. It's a fun place to be if you're going to be spending a lot of time on a weekly basis for a number of months. I look forward to my appointments and always feel like I've accomplished something when I leave.

i've been going to see carl gustafson and his coworkers at sports & physical therapy associates in…read morewellesley for just about 15 months now. i showed up as a patient somewhat desperate, having 'failed' two physical therapy attempts at improving my dominant-arm rotator cuff injury and bilateral patello-femoral syndrome (chondromalacia.) i'm a 50+ year-old physician, very active and determined to get better from my injuries, and the almost 18 months of chronic pain and dysfunction with which i presented to carl was starting to depress me. carl began by sitting with me, asking questions, listening, and then gave me a thorough exam. he began with exercises FULLY explained to me. i mean, he literally walked me through each and every machine, commenting on my posture and technique. we started out in baby steps - one-pound weights, or sometimes no weights at all. i was scared. i'd already been living in chronic pain, was unable to dress with two arms, or make my bed, or wash my hair, or walk even a mile without pain ... this didn't dissuade him. i listened to what he said and, literally, followed him to the "t" - i still to this day recall his words from the very beginning. that was 15 months ago, and i am sooo much better. i've wondered .... what did he do that was different?? the other physical therapists i saw seemed to be fine therapists. but, BUT, carl has both the anatomic expertise AND facilities of a fully equipped gym. it's not just a bunch of weights and stretch bands. when you show up at his facility, you begin with a 10- to 15-minute warm up with heating pads and a massage. then, someone walks you through your entire routine, where you are taught - over and over, however long it takes to 'get' it - how to position yourself properly for each and every machine. you are gradually progressed, and taught how and what to do if you do well on your own, or what to do if you don't do well and you have pain. then you end by electrical stimulation of the injured parts, and someone makes sure that if you have more questions, they'll be answered. i can't convey how indebted i am to carl and his co-workers. i've recovered my strength, my function, and my peace of mind. seriously. i love this place - i don't want to stop going until i can hike the appalachian trail and cycle another century ride! i can't say enough about how fabulous this therapy business is - i don't even know how i could offer to improve the service you get here. it's just superb. don't waste your time elsewhere, this is the place to be.

I have used several physical therapists over the years. Some better than others. I discovered…read moreConnections recently when recovering from a car accident. I was very impressed with the therapist and the personal attention. Connections takes an approach that i found to be different from others. They listen carefully to the patient and how they are dealing with the injury emotionally and physically. Always supportive and encouraging even when the inevitable setbacks occur. They are especially good at explaining the specific exercises and how to do them properly as well as the purpose of the exercise towards your physical rehabilitation. If you have a Connections facility nearby it is worth investigating them for any physical therapy needs. Highly recommended

Michele is an absolutely amazing physical therapist. Smart, thoughtful and compassionate. She…read morepicked up on my sources of pain that were overlooked by two physicians. Her treatment has been positively life altering. I'm so grateful I found her.

Top notch care , I'm very satisfied with the staff, the physicians are very attentive and convey to…read morethe patient in plain language. And never felt rushed. Answered all my questions. The staff , intake and patient care. Very friendly and professional.

I may appreciate the staff and treatment at Newton Wellesley Hospital so well because of the…read morehorrible treatment at the hands of my PCP. He sent me to at PRO SPORTS in Cambridge. I was referred to a doctor named Miegel which might as well have been Mengele. He ordered a deep tissue cortisone shot that are supposed to last for six months. When I came back two weeks later as if I had never gotten the shot at all, I told him and he simply said "well, your not getting another shot so you may as well take two Advil a day and come back when your 50," I was too taken aback to say anything. So my dad and a number of people mentioned Newton Wellesley. From the moment I walked in the door I felt like their number one priority. Dr Laurie Katz was my first Doc who asked me what was up, I told her severe arthritis. She kind of said "okay" with some apropos sarcasm. She came back with her X-rays and turned ghost white "I thought you were kidding or got something from webMD, but this is bad. I haven't seen arthritis this bad in a long time. She immediately put me in touch with a surgeon in her group, Dr Hanmer. They decided to try another cortisone shot-because these hips don't last forever-one more time being SO young for a hip. Well, 6 days later and the pain was back. The shot did work for few days and I psyched, going up stairs without a railing or run out into the street to get a child out of danger but alas, 6 days instead months, they scheduled my surgery a moth later. It was a four hour procedure, I was out the WHOLE time. I don't want to get people's hopes up, and part of it is because I'm 34, the surgery was Wed June 3, they had me on a walker the morning of Thurs June 4th. Later that day, they gave me crutches to walk with, at the end of the walk she had me going up and down stairs! I was out of their the next morning. A lot of follow up visits, but I feel great and would recommend it to Newton Wellesley orthopedics to anyone: from beside manner; to food. Just an all around well oiled machine, good luck to you if need surgery, but at Newton Wellesley you couldn't be in better hand

I went in at the recommendation of my doctor. They focused their attention on my knees. They…read moregave me a variety of exercises to strengthen and stretch the muscles in my legs. I went a couple times a week for a couple of months. I was looking for some additional exercisers for my knees. Advanced Sports Therapy is conveniently located right off the highway. If I ever need any physical therapy, I would return.

I have recently switched PT's (90 days post op) after a total knee replacement by the urging of my…read moretrusted doctor and quite pleased that I did. I have steadily progressed under Matt's care gaining 30 degrees ROM in a month - eliminating any need for a MUA. Matt is experienced, highly skilled, honest, and wants as positive an outcome as his patients do. He listens, understands patients goals and is hands on with corrective adjustments while explaining what to expect every step of the way. From my first meeting I knew I could trust Matt with my health in this critical phase of rehab. The staff is kind, friendly, and supportive.

Beware that they will pressure you into booking many appointments up front and then hold you to a…read morestrict 48 hour cancellation policy or else charge you. If you have a last minute childcare issue or emergency pop-up, and even if you give 24 hours notice, they will show you no grace period, and you will still get charged.

I cannot speak highly enough of Katelyn Cloutier, who I saw for pelvic floor therapy for over 6…read moremonths. The combination of her depth of knowledge and her gentle, patient, empowering and healing demeanor made me feel safe and ready to enter into my own pt healing journey. I so appreciated how she explained everything to me and made connections between the psychological nature of birth and my own experiences with trauma and the ways this influenced my pelvic floor muscles and functioning. She was connecting dots I so needed to connect. She was also very understanding and sensitive to the journey of a relatively new mom whose life - and body - feels erratic and unpredictable at times. I will most definitely seek Katelyn out for pelvic floor therapy again! I would recommend here to any mother reconnecting with her body and healing her pelvic floor.

The staff is incredibly nice, BUT they are understaffed and overworked. I clearly "graduated" to…read moremake more room for new patients, gotta get the quota. I didn't have the support I felt I needed to make sure I was doing my exercises right. I was really never pushed passed simple stretches and was not actually taught proper technique or positioning so I am now back to square one laying on my hot pad nightly and not able to perform essential daily tasks. Will find an alternative provider.

This place is amazing! The team of staff is great! They all go above and beyond for their patients!read more

Amazing place for PT. Very clean - friendly and professional. I love that they focus on the whole…read morebody and getting you back into shape after a surgery - not just focusing on one part of you. Great atmosphere - never crazy crowded. Just the perfect amount of friendly support and therapy. I highly recommend Train Boston for knee recovery after replacement.

I have seen Joe, Chris and Jesse for personal training and I have been very impressed and pleased…read morewith each of them. The facility is clean and the entire staff is professional. The trainers are very knowledgable, understanding of my goals and ability & encourage me to push myself. The trainers make me feel confident and, most importantly, safe that I'm not going to injure myself as I know they are focusing on my form and technique. I would highly recommend Train Boston!

I have greatly benefited from Raquel's expertise and her kind, compassionate demeanor. She is truly…read morean angel. If everyone in healthcare was like her, we would have a much better system! Just being in her presence makes me feel better. Raquel doesn't just treat the "problem." She treats the whole person and makes a point of getting to know you and helping you have faith in the healing process. She gives you exercises to do at home, so be prepared to put in work between visits to get the most out of each session. You also have to continue these exercises to maintain your gains. The office is clean and decorated with positive affirmations, which I love. Her office manager who answers the phone is extremely friendly and helpful and gets back to you right away. Raquel books several months out, but if you get on the cancellation list they will fit you in to ensure regular appointments. When I first came to see Raquel, I was unable to have sex at all due to severe vaginismus and vulvodynia. She gave me hope and was a bright ray of light during a very bleak time in my life. Now, thanks to Raquel, I have regular pain free sex with my boyfriend, which at one point I didn't think would ever be possible. I highly recommend her services and would give her more than 5 stars if I could do that on Yelp.

Raquel is warm, kind, gentle and understanding. She listens carefully and creates a plan to…read moresupport a variety of issues in pelvic control. She is thoughtfully intentional. Raquel has training and experience to help with a variety of issues. Her technique is to teach and then give support through training her clients/patients to help themselves. She is fun, in a very professional confident way. I too have addressed some of these issues with another PT for pelvic floor without the results Raquel gets. Sometimes convenience of location does not measure with the care one can get. For me it is/was worth the drive to receive her care. She has such a strong compassion for 'her people'. She is a strong woman who enjoys her clients and easily finds the best way to help. Her receptionist is caring as well. It may take time for you to get an appointment, but it is well worth the wait. They try to get a series of appointments booked but it seems there are always clients waiting for any cancellations if you are feeling better sooner. I will be forever grateful for the help and support for my experience with Raquel (even while I needed to return after years of hiatus from her support), and recommend her to anyone who is in need of this type of therapy. She is a gem, a true gift to yourself!

Susan and Sue are exceptional . They are miracle workers who really know how to work on and with…read morethe body. I had a treatment with Susan after my back had kind of collapsed and I was suffering unimaginable pain. Crazily, 2 days after she treated me I was normal. THANK YOU !!!

As a health care provider for over 40 years, who is also a patient with a traumatic injury to my…read morepelvis, I am so grateful for the excellence of care and expertise of Sue and Susan. My previous physical therapy experiences had not come close to the improvements and mobility experienced through Theraspring. Ironically, it was one of my own patients who told me about Sue and Susan, who provides techniques that I didn't know about, but am thrilled they do!