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Get Your Health Back On Track With Physical Therapy

The Many Faces of PT: Why We Love What We Do

By Carina Mahserejian PT, DPT & Jose Alaniz PT, DPT

One of the most rewarding aspects of working at PerformaX Physical Therapy is the opportunity to help people with such a wide range of conditions and goals. While our clinic specializes in outpatient orthopedics, such as post surgical rehabilitation, joint pain, and sports injuries, we are also privileged to work with patients navigating neurological conditions. The diversity of cases we encounter keeps our work dynamic, purposeful, and deeply fulfilling.

As an orthopedic clinic, we frequently guide patients through recovery after surgery. It is incredibly moving to witness someone go from needing assistance to walk or bend their knee, to jogging, jumping, and moving with confidence as if they were never injured. Seeing their proud smiles and hearing them say, “It feels better, stronger!” reminds us exactly why we chose this profession.

With the right physical therapist guiding and coaching you, it is possible to return to the activities you enWe are also honored to work with individuals living with Parkinson’s disease, a group that holds a special place in many of our hearts. For some of us, our journey into physical therapy began after watching loved ones receive the kind of care that helped them stay mobile and independent despite their diagnosis. Today, we have the chance to be on the other side, offering not just therapy, but compassion, education, and encouragement.

Physical therapy offers incredible variety, not only in the diagnoses we treat, but also in the people we meet and the lives we impact. Whether we are helping someone recover from surgery, manage a neurological condition, or simply return to the activities they love, we have the privilege of making a difference every single day.

This Physical Therapy Month, we celebrate not only the power of PT, but also the people behind it; our patients, our teammates, and the profession we are proud to be a part of.

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Happy Birthday, Mariana!

Please join us in wishing our PT Aide Mariana a very happy birthday this month!

Get Your Health Back On Track With Physical Therapy

Have you struggled with pain? Are you dealing with an injury affecting your ability to do your usual routine? Our highly skilled physical therapists can guide you back to health and back to doing what you love!

Whether you have recently had surgery or are recovering from a new injury, physical therapy at PerformaX Elite Physical Therapy can help.

October is National Physical Therapy Month. PerformaX Elite Physical Therapy wants to make sure that you have a reliable source to help you resolve whatever physical condition you face. Our physical therapists are highly trained and experienced in treating musculoskeletal disorders. We understand how important it is to get to the root of the problem and provide solutions that work.

Our team of physical therapists is devoted to helping our patients recover from injuries and pain that are interfering with everyday activities and making life way harder than it should be.

Request an appointment with PerformaX Elite Physical Therapy today, so we can help you get back to the life you deserve!

Why Should I Choose Physical Therapy?

There are several reasons to choose physical therapy over costly surgeries and medications. Physical therapy has been shown to not only help resolve pain and improve function, but it is also effective at enhancing your overall health and well-being.

One of the most significant benefits of physical therapy is that it can uncover the underlying reasons for your injuries and/or pain. Some of the impairments your physical therapist can help you correct include:

  • Unhealthy lifestyle behaviors (i.e., poor sleep habits, improper nutrition, lack of exercise, etc.).
  • Loss of motion
  • Weakness
  • Poor posture and faulty movement patterns
  • Gait abnormalities
  • Loss of balance
  • Coordination deficits
  • Neurological impairment

Celebrating National Physical Therapy Month!

October is National Physical Therapy Month, and there’s no better time to highlight the incredible stories of our patients. At PerformaX Elite, we’re proud to help people move better, feel stronger, and achieve their goals every day. Here’s what some of our amazing patients have to say about their journeys with us.

“I have the best therapist! Getting an appointment was easy and the team there is very knowledgeable! My therapist knows how to explain my exercises clearly and makes sure I understand what to do so I can’t injure myself. I started feeling better after my 2nd visit!” -S.K.

“Cannot sing the praises any louder for the staff at PerformaX. I interviewed six PT facilities for rehab on my total knee replacement in June. I knew immediately PerformaX was to be my rehab home for the next few months. Everyone is fantastic, knowledgeable, professional, and exhibits great care. Chris Robles has been my rehab Sherpa, managing my expectations, guiding me, providing honest feedback and boosting confidence at every session. I recommend PerformaX for anyone that wants results – with honest conversation that helps you understand the commitment and process to get the job done.” -C.C.

“The team at Performax is wonderful all around. They listen, are knowledgeable, kind, respectful, and personable. I’d like to give a special shout-out to Dr. Alex Luu and his assistant, Jason. Between them, I went from living in constant pain (in April) to feeling back to normal (in August). I’m incredibly grateful for all of their help and support.” -S.M.

“This was my first experience with physical therapy as well. I had very painful bursitis in both hips that kept me from sleeping at night or finding any way to get comfortable. Alex and his team worked their magic on me, and after six weeks, the bursitis was gone. The team was caring and attentive and genuinely happy to help me and see my progress. I want to thank Alex, Anna, Jeremy, and Andrew for your guidance and care; it was a great experience and I will recommend your services anytime! All the best to you all.” -C.K.C

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Recipe of the Month: Easy Grilled Veggie Portabella Pizzas

Ingredients:

  • 2 large Portabella Mushroom Caps
  • 3 cloves garlic chopped (or minced)
  • 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil 
  • 4 wedges Laughing Cow – Light Garlic & Herb Cheese
  • 1 cup Red Peppers Chopped
  • 1 cup Green Peppers Chopped
  • ½ cup Onion Chopped
  • 1 cup baby kale chopped

Instructions:

  1. In a saucepan on your stove, heat the olive oil on low.
  2. Pop your portabella mushrooms in there and saute for 1-2 minutes. Flip them over and saute the other side for about 1-2 minutes, or just until they are slightly softened. Remove the mushrooms to a baking pan lined with tin foil.
  3. Add the garlic, onions, kale and both peppers to the oil
  4. Saute for a few minutes or until onions are translucent. Stir around frequently.
  5. Remove from heat when done.
  6. Add two wedges of laughing cow light garlic and herb cheese to each Portabella cap.
  7. Divide the veggies from the saucepan between the two portabella mushrooms.
  8. Broil the mushrooms for about 2-3 minutes.
  9. Remove, eat & enjoy!

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4 Benefits of Physical Therapy

A physical therapist can educate you about ways to move safer, use your energy more efficiently, reduce the risk of re-injury, and enhance the overall effects of your care. The benefits of physical therapy treatments include easing pain, reducing spasms, increasing circulation, and promoting healing.

  1. Physical therapy can help improve your joint range of motion and overall mobility: Our ability to move depends on how individual joints move and how the body’s joints move in concert with one another. Increasing joint range of motion and mobility of the connective tissues around your joints (including the tendons, muscles, fascia, and joint capsules) will help your joints feel better and move better. This will also help you improve overall functional mobility and activity tolerance, essential for work, leisure, and simple daily functions.
  2. Physical therapy can help strengthen weaknesses and compensation patterns: Through injury or surgery, muscles become weak and impact your ability to move and function normally. For some, an old injury or abnormal movement pattern has led to weakness due to compensations. Physical therapists are skilled at assessing the whole body, identifying weaknesses, and teaching how to restore strength and function.
  3. Physical therapy can improve your overall health and well-being: When you see a physical therapist for pain and injuries, you will receive rehabilitation benefits to resolve the condition and a total body approach to health. Physical therapists can recommend nutrition to improve pain, reduce inflammation, and improve overall health. In addition, physical therapists are movement experts and trained to help you move/exercise more, no matter your limitations or restrictions. More activity equals improved health!
  4. Physical therapy can help you reduce the risk of injury: By implementing a holistic approach, we can improve and restore your function and prevent injuries. This may include all components of typical physical therapy and include gait modifications and coordination exercises to stimulate the nervous system and help ensure your mechanics are ideal to avoid an injury.

Upcoming Events in Burbank, CA

  • SoCal Etsy Guild Market: October 3–5 | Discover unique handmade goods and one-of-a-kind creations from local artists at this three-day market. Perfect for finding special gifts or treating yourself!
  • Burbank Bluegrass Jam: October 12 at George Izay Park | Enjoy an afternoon of live bluegrass music in a beautiful park setting. Bring a blanket, relax, and tap your toes to the rhythm!
  • GameSoundCon 2025: October 28–29 | Calling all gamers and music enthusiasts! Learn from top video game composers, attend panels, and explore the art of game sound design.

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The mission of our physical therapy clinic is to use compassion, encouragement, and motivation in the treatment of our patients and clients. We provide outstanding and personalized skills as movement and rehabilitation physical therapists through exceedingly high customer service and results!

Our goal is to positively impact people’s lives and improve their quality of life. Your therapy will be centered around helping you get back to doing the things you love without pain. We understand that no two pain conditions are alike, and no two treatment plans should be either.

Contact PerformaX Elite Physical Therapy to learn more about National Physical Therapy Month and the benefits of physical therapy. If you’re struggling with a painful condition or experiencing a physical limitation, our therapists will work with you to ensure your success!

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Refer A Friend & Get A $25 Gift Card!

Do you know someone who could benefit from physical therapy? Tell them about PerformaX and if they become a patient, we’ll send you a $25 Visa Gift Card! It pays to refer friends and family to PerformaX!

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