Kj Physical Therapy Pllc

I’m so glad I found Dr. SJ again! I first worked with him at a different clinic and was thrilled to learn he was still within reach. I had recently gotten back into running and was dealing with a lot of shin and foot pain. From the very first visit, his priority was my safety and making sure I truly understood my body mechanics so I could avoid reinjury. He takes his time to listen, does a thorough exam, and always walks me through different options based on what I can realistically tolerate. What I appreciate most is how he makes me feel. As a middle aged woman navigating ongoing aches and pains while trying to get back into running, I never feel weak or incapable in his care. He is someone who genuinely cares and truly encouraging. Hes also given me hope that I can one day cross a marathon finish line. Thank you, Dr. SJ!

I first worked with Dr. SJ a few years back when I was in town dealing with a hamstring issue, and the experience stuck with me. He is thorough, patient, and genuinely takes the time to identify what is actually going on. As an ultrarunner, I know my body pretty well, but Dr. SJ consistently connects dots I would never have connected on my own. He not only identifies the issue but makes sure you understand why each exercise matters and sends you home with a plan you can actually do on your own. Recently, I had a race I couldn't finish. My legs felt heavy and my back was brutally tight. I figured rest and stretching would do the trick. Three weeks later, still grunting every time I tried to tie my shoes. We happened to be in New York visiting friends, and my wife had officially run out of patience with me. She convinced me to reach out to Dr. SJ on the off chance he had any availability. We had a packed schedule and only a few windows open, but he went out of his way to squeeze me in. I came in convinced my psoas were the culprit. Turns out it was my TFL the whole time. We spent a full hour together running through multiple tests to pinpoint the real issue. He did some pressure relief work and, in the best move of the entire visit, taught my wife how to massage me and help me stretch my back. I was genuinely bummed I couldn't get back in before flying home to California, but he sent me off with a solid set of exercises. A few days later he followed up just to check in on how I was doing. I am not 100% yet, but I am 100% better than I was walking in. I can tie my shoes again without my wife giving me the look. That says everything.