Welcome to Change Sports Physical Therapy, your premier destination for cutting-edge rehabilitation techniques in Huntington Beach, CA. Today, we’re thrilled to shine a spotlight on Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM), a game-changing approach to physical therapy that can propel your recovery to new heights. Understanding Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization: IASTM is a revolutionary method that utilizes specialized tools to target soft tissue structures, such as muscles, tendons, and ligaments. At Change Sports Physical Therapy, we harness the power of IASTM to break ..read more

Do you live in Huntington Beach, CA? Have you been thinking about starting physical therapy for that shoulder, knee or back pain? Maybe a foot, elbow or neck issue? Are you not yet convinced to start physical therapy? Of course, there are all the scientific and logical reasons to start physical therapy, blah, blah blah. But, do you need an extra nudge to get you going? Well, fear not, because I’m here to share with you the five hilarious benefits of physical therapy!  1. You’ll finally have an excuse to wear sweatpants all day! Who wants to wear jeans or fancy clothes anyway ..read more

Did you know balance training is done in physical therapy? Sometimes our focus in physical therapy is returning patients back to sports. Sometimes it is helping patients return to walking without fear of falling. Both of these patients will benefit from the same physical therapy approach– an approach focused on return of optimal function for that patient.  Here at Change Sports Physical Therapy we focus on returning patients back to their optimal functional level. One great addition to our clinic has been the Hydroworx EVO Underwater Treadmill.  Balance Training in Water At the ..read more

Here at Change Sports Physical Therapy in Huntington Beach, CA we know the decision to get a total knee replacement is a big decision. Consequently, there can be a lot of fear and worry about the whole process. The decision of which surgeon to do the knee replacement surgery is probably the most important one. The skill of the surgeon will determine a lot about your outcome. After the decision of the surgeon, we believe the second more important decision is where to do your knee replacement therapy. Choosing a physical therapist near you which has the experience to guide you through this pro ..read more

Ankle sprains are the most common sports injuries. In physical therapy we help people recover from this often. If you are dealing with an ankle sprain sports injury you know the pain it can cause! So what can you do to take care of the ankle sprain right when it happens? What to do with an ankle sprain? How we handle an ankle sprain in the hours immediately following the injury is very important. There are some things we can do which will either prolong the recovery process, or help it speed along. If you need help getting back in the game after an ankle injury, physical therapy can help yo ..read more

What is the best shoulder stretch to do? In our fast-paced lives, it’s easy to neglect the importance of stretching and maintaining proper mobility. Many of us spend long hours sitting at desks, hunching over our phones, or engaging in repetitive motions that can lead to tightness and imbalances in our bodies. One area that often suffers from these habits is the shoulder complex. To combat this issue and promote healthy shoulder mobility, it is great to do some daily stretching. But what stretch should we do? There are many different shoulder stretches you could do. There are many ..read more

Looking to revitalize your recovery with aquatic therapy in Huntington Beach, CA? As a physical therapy clinic that specializes in sports rehabilitation, we at Change Sports Physical Therapy in Huntington Beach, understand the importance of providing our patients with a wide range of treatments to help them recover from injuries and improve their performance. One of the treatments we offer that has proven to be highly effective is Aquatic Therapy, particularly with the use of our state-of-the-art Hydroworx EVO Underwater treadmill. Aquatic therapy involves performing exercises in a pool, oft ..read more

Are you one of the many people who suffer from knee pain? Whether you’re an athlete or someone who simply wants to walk comfortably without pain, knee pain can be frustrating and limit your ability to do the things you love. But before you consider surgery, you might want to explore the benefits of physical therapy for non-surgical knee pain treatment near you.  Physical therapy is a great option for those who want a non-invasive approach to treating knee pain. It can be an effective treatment for a variety of knee conditions, including knee osteoarthritis, patellofemoral pain syndrome ..read more

Lower back pain is a common issue that many people face, whether it be from sitting at a desk for too long, lifting heavy objects improperly, or even just from poor posture. While there are many ways to alleviate lower back pain, physical therapy exercises can be a highly effective option for many people. If you are suffering from low back pain, there are sometimes a few simple exercises that can help you. These aren’t for everyone, and you should not do anything that causes pain, but here are five common exercises to relieve lower back pain: Pelvic Tilt: Lie on your back with your knees b ..read more

What can physical therapy do? You might be aware of the benefits physical therapy can bring in regards to recovering from injuries and surgeries. We have helped people over the past 12 years at Change Sports PT overcome many orthopedic issues. From back pain, to hips, knees and shoulders, neck issues, foot and ankle, or elbow and wrist pain. We also occasionally work with people recovering from stroke or other neurological conditions. These are the well known ways physical therapy can help.  Definition of Physical therapists   “Physical therapists are movement experts who improv ..read more