Physical Therapy in Santa Monica, CA

Drug-free treatment for pain, injury and stiffness, from a clinic that has looked after Westside athletes and families for close to 25 years.

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24-48h

Most patients seen within two days

25 yrs

Serving Santa Monica

4.8★

Rated by patients on Google

Expert physical therapy for Santa Monica and the Westside

Physical therapy works as a first-line treatment for most muscle and joint problems. It is clinically proven to reduce pain and dysfunction, and it usually costs less than the imaging-and-surgery route people expect to end up on.

Only qualified, licensed physical therapists can provide it. At our Ocean Park Blvd clinic every session is one-to-one with a Doctor of Physical Therapy, and you leave your first visit with treatment already underway and a plan to work on at home.

Dr. Amy Fee, DPT, OCS, ATC, CSCS has been helping Santa Monica athletes and families move, recover and perform at their best for close to 25 years, including 24 years as Team Physiotherapist for Santa Monica Rugby Club. Alongside orthopedic physical therapy, the clinic offers sports rehabilitation, dry needling, concussion therapy and vestibular rehabilitation, so your care can evolve with you from injury and recovery through return to sport and long-term performance.

Who we treat

We work with people of all ages and activity levels, from athletes chasing peak performance to people who simply want to move and feel better.

Runners and cyclists along the beach path
Rugby, soccer, volleyball and other athletes looking to recover, perform and stay healthy
Office professionals dealing with neck, back and postural pain
Patients recovering from orthopedic surgery or injury
Pregnant and postnatal patients navigating the physical changes of pregnancy and recovery
Weekend warriors and active adults who want to keep doing what they love
Anyone whose body has stopped doing what it used to do and wants to get back to moving with strength, confidence and longevity

    
 
 
         
   Will Taylor 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Works miracles, can’t recommend enough
  
 
        
   Jaime 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I've never felt more comfortable working through my concussion recovery with Amy. The length that Amy is willing to go to make sure that I am 100% ready to return back to my rugby training is something I fully appreciate. I've also worked with Kim on body-specific rehabilitation and Kim is truly an expert in what she does and truly care about the long term strengthening and development of my body! Thank you WWR for keeping me in one piece!
  
 
        
   Alexander Ellessy 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Super knowledgeable and caring!
  
 
        
   Adonnis Johnson 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. After working with Amy for over three years, I can confidently say she is an exceptional professional. Her consistent reliability and outstanding support have made every experience seamless—I’ve never once had a complaint. If you’re considering working with Amy, rest assured you’re making a great decision. She’s absolutely the best!
  
 
        
   Victor Woo 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My fav PT!
  
 
        
   Evan Williams 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Amy is awesome!
  
 
        
   Stephen Stagg 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Amy has has been fantastic and always assisted with solutions to my sporting injuries
  
 
        
   Zak Wall 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Amy is awesome! Super helpful and knows what she’s talking about, would highly recommend!
  
 
        
   Rory Maddocks 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I went there with a hamstring issue and The team there are great. Very knowledgeable and consultative in their approach. I left feeling great both with pain management and getting back to playing earlier.
  
 
        
   Steven Johnson 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Amy has been the team physio for Santa Monica Rugby Club for 20 years, treating a raft of injuries and working to achieve players' rehabilitation goals while emphasizing prevention. I am retired now, and Amy is also our go-to therapist for me and my non-rugby playing family members because of her skilled and healing approach. Her Sunset Park neighborhood practice is well-equipped, and the staff are fabulous.

Request an appointment

Tell us what hurts. We reply the same working day.

We confirm times by phone and answer insurance and referral questions then.

What happens next

What happens at your first appointment

Three steps from first contact to first treatment. Nobody hands you a photocopied exercise sheet and walks off.

STEP 1

You send the form

Or call, email or text the clinic directly. We ask what is going on and roughly how long it has been happening.

STEP 2

We book you in

We make every effort to get you in within 24 to 48 hours, especially if your problem is acute. We review insurance and cost before you arrive.

STEP 3

Assessment and treatment

A full movement assessment and treatment on your first visit, and a plan you can follow at home from day one.

Physical therapy and wellness studio - Westside Wellness and Rehabilitation Santa Monica

Physical therapy treatment room at Westside Wellness and Rehabilitation Santa Monica

Physical therapy hands-on treatment at Westside Wellness and Rehabilitation

Conditions we treat

Conditions we treat at our Santa Monica clinic

If it limits how you move, bring it to us.

Tendon and ligament injuries

Sprains, tendon ruptures, tendonosis.

Muscle injuries

Strains, contusions, contractures, ruptures, spasms, myositis.

Spine and nerve problems

Disc injuries, nerve injuries and impingements, scoliosis, stenosis, crush injuries, neuritis.

Pain management

Headaches, myofascial pain, neck pain, low back pain, arm and leg pain.

Inflammatory conditions

Rheumatoid arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, tennis and golfer's elbow, plantar fasciitis, bursitis, myalgias.

Joint injuries and disorders

Osteoarthritis, dislocations and subluxations, ligament instability, fractures, stress fractures, osteoporosis.

Vestibular disorders

BPPV, concussion-induced vertigo, gait instability.

Post-surgical rehabilitation

Orthopedic and sports surgery recovery, guided week by week.

Pre and postnatal care

Support through pregnancy and the return to activity afterwards.

Concussion

Evaluation, treatment, return-to-play guidance and baseline testing for athletes.

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How we work

Physical therapy that treats the cause, not just the sore spot

The knee that hurts is often not the thing that's wrong. We look at how you move, then fix what's driving the pain.

A full assessment first

Every course of treatment starts with a proper evaluation. We look at how the joint moves, what the surrounding muscles are doing, your strength, your balance, and how the problem area behaves when you load it. Pain in one place frequently traces back to weakness or stiffness somewhere else, and treating only the sore spot is how injuries keep coming back.

Exercise that fits your week

The home program is short and specific. A handful of movements that target what your assessment found, not a generic list. Most patients spend a few minutes a day on it, and we adjust it every visit as you get stronger, so you are never grinding through exercises that stopped being useful three weeks ago.

Hands-on treatment, not a photocopied sheet

Treatment combines manual therapy with a plan you actually follow. Depending on the injury that can mean soft tissue work, joint mobilization, dry needling for stubborn muscle tension, or cupping. The passive work gets you comfortable enough to move. The active work is what makes the result stick.

Built for getting back to activity

For athletes and active patients, getting out of pain is only half the job. The clinic's sports rehabilitation and performance training take you from moving without pain to moving well under load, with return-to-play criteria rather than a vague sense that you probably feel fine now. For recovery between sessions, patients can use NormaTec compression and biofeedback.

Finding us

Getting to the clinic

The clinic is at 3435 Ocean Park Blvd, Suite 111, in the Sunset Park neighborhood of Santa Monica, between Centinela Ave and Cloverfield Blvd.

Parking information: Park in any non-reserved spot in the lot and pay through the parking app, using the QR code posted in the parking lot. There is also free 2-hour street parking and metered parking nearby. The clinic is on the inner side of the building, at the southeast corner of the parking lot, street level next to the elevator. If it is your first appointment, allow a few extra minutes to park and find us.

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Drive times

Venice

10 min

Mar Vista

10 min

Brentwood

15-20 min

Culver City

15-20 min

Pacific Palisades

20 min

Approximate, outside peak traffic.

Visit the clinic

3435 Ocean Park Blvd #111
Santa Monica, CA 90405

(310) 393-1703
hello@wwrehab.com

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Opening hours

Mon 7am – 8pm
Tue 8am – 8pm
Wed 7am – 8pm
Thu 9am – 8pm
Fri 8am – 2pm
Sat By appointment

Before you book

Common questions about physical therapy in Santa Monica

A few things worth knowing before your first visit. Anything not covered here, call (310) 393-1703 and ask.

Do I need a referral for physical therapy in California?

In most cases, no. California's direct access law lets you start physical therapy with a licensed physical therapist without a physician's referral, for up to 12 visits or 45 calendar days, whichever comes first. Beyond that, a physician, surgeon or podiatrist needs to examine you and sign off on your plan of care before treatment continues. That appointment can be in person or by telehealth.

So you don't need to wait for a doctor's appointment before getting your injury or movement problem evaluated. We can carry out an initial evaluation, identify what's going on within our scope of practice, build you a plan, and tell you whether physical therapy is the right fit for your condition.

We're also trained to recognize what falls outside physical therapy. During your evaluation we screen for signs and symptoms that may need further medical assessment, and if anything raises concern we'll refer you or coordinate with the right provider. Knowing what we can treat, what we can't, and when you need another set of expert eyes is part of good care.

Two exceptions on referrals. Medicare requires a formal physician referral before you start. Some private PPO policies have their own rules and may still require one for reimbursement. We check this with you when you call.

How soon can I get an appointment?

Most patients get an appointment within 24 to 48 hours of getting in touch.

What happens in the first session?

An initial evaluation runs 55 to 60 minutes. We assess how you move, where the pain sits and what triggers it. You always leave with something to work on, whether that's an exercise, a stretch, a posture change or a modification, plus treatment on the day where it's appropriate. Follow-up visits run 40 to 55 minutes.

How many sessions will I need?

Anywhere from 6 to 24 or more, depending on how severe the problem is, how you respond to treatment, any other conditions involved, and whether surgery was part of the picture. Neck pain from a bad desk setup might need a workstation change, some postural work and manual therapy. An ACL reconstruction runs through a full return-to-sport protocol with milestones at each phase. We give you an honest estimate after your first assessment.

Where is the clinic located?

3435 Ocean Park Blvd #111, Santa Monica, CA 90405, in Sunset Park. We're on the inner side of the building at the southeast corner of the parking lot, street level next to the elevator. Parking details are above.

What should I wear?

Comfortable clothing that lets us get to the area we're treating. Tennis shoes are the best option.

Is the clinic accessible?

Yes. The clinic is street level and accessible for patients with mobility difficulties.

Related services

Other ways we help you recover

Physical therapy is often one part of a wider plan. These services work alongside it.

Sports rehabilitation

Return-to-play rehab for football, soccer, rugby, running and more, built around getting you back to full load safely.

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Concussion therapy

The Complete Concussions program, with evaluation, baseline testing and structured return-to-play guidance.

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Sports performance training

Strength, movement and conditioning work for athletes who are past rehab and want to come back better than before the injury.

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Contact Westside Wellness and Rehabilitation

You can contact us directly by phone and email. We look forward to hearing from you!

Request an appointment Call (310) 393-1703