Physical Therapy in Pasadena, CA

Get back to the activities you love without unnecessary surgery or endless appointments. Our performance-focused physical therapy helps active adults and athletes in Pasadena move better, recover faster, and build lasting strength—so you can stay in the game for years to come.

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You're In Pain — And It's Stealing Your Identity

When you're injured, it's not just about the pain. You can't train the way you used to. You can't keep up with your kids. You're stuck on the sidelines watching life happen around you. The worst part? Your doctor probably told you to "take it easy" or "just rest"—but that's not who you are. You didn't build an active lifestyle just to give it up.

You've Been Told to Stop

Doctors suggest rest, injections, or even surgery—but no one's given you a real plan to get back to full function.

Traditional PT Isn't Working

You're juggling multiple patients with a PT who barely knows your name. Cookie-cutter exercises aren't addressing the root cause.

Your Active Life Is on Hold

Every day you wait is another day away from running, lifting, hiking, or playing with your family. Time is your most valuable asset.

Doctor of Physical Therapy performing hands-on manual therapy treatment for shoulder mobility at Pasadena clinic

Performance Physical Therapy Built for Your Lifestyle

At The Movement Clinic, we don't just treat your pain—we get you back to peak performance. Our Pasadena physical therapy practice was designed for people like you: active adults and athletes who refuse to settle for "good enough."

We use data-driven assessments, hands-on manual therapy, and customized programming to solve the root problem, not just mask symptoms.

  • True 1-on-1 care: Every session is 60 minutes with a Board Certified Doctor of Physical Therapy—no aides, no distractions.

  • Fast, measurable results: Most patients see significant improvement within 2-3 visits using force plate analysis and biomechanical testing.

  • Built for the long haul: We don't just fix the injury—we teach you how to stay strong, mobile, and injury-free for life.

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"I had been dealing with shin pain for about a year that would not go away. I finally decided to go to physical therapy at The Movement Clinic and it changed my life! I specifically picked The Movement Clinic because it's a sports medicine facility that allows me to continue and workout while doing 12 weeks of PT. I was gearing up for a half marathon and I am happy to say that I ran the whole thing with no shin pain and was able to shave an hour off of my previous half marathon time! Thank you so much to Dr. John! I would highly recommend The Movement Clinic for any sports related injuries."

Kristian Kotchik

Our Three Step Process

1. Book Your Discovery Call

Our first priority is to truly understand you. We want to know your goals, your lifestyle, and what’s been holding you back. We’ll take a dive deep on how your limitations have been affecting you to see how we can best help.

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3. Conquer The Problem

Your physical therapist will lay out a clear game plan to get you back to your active lifestyle. We work with you side by side throughout your entire plan to ensure you make a 100% recovery.

2. Get Your Assessment

We bring you into our Pasadena clinic for a one-hour in-depth assessment looking at your movement, strength, and flexibility to identify the source of your problem with data-driven assessments.

Physical therapist assessing knee mobility and strength for runner with knee pain in Pasadena

Conditions We Treat in Pasadena

Our physical therapists specialize in treating active adults and athletes dealing with acute injuries, chronic pain, and performance limitations.

Whether you're recovering from a sports injury or managing long-standing discomfort, we address the root cause—not just the symptoms—so you can get back to the activities that matter most.

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What Our Pasadena Patients Are Saying

  • "I sought physical therapy after an ankle break from a soccer match. The Movement Clinic offered an option for me with weekly visits and discounts for package deals. The package deals did help some of the high cost as it was out of network PT for me, but I wanted my functioning ankle back. I worked with Dylan and he did a great job of ensuring that there was slow but steady progress initially by focusing on stretching, active mobility and then eventually strength + mobility for the ankle. It was not always easy but I saw great progress and after around 4 months or so of treatment, the ankle feels great. Thanks for all of the help. Thanks!"

    Matt Glidden

  • "I had been dealing with shin pain for about a year that would not go away. I finally decided to go to physical therapy at The Movement Clinic and it changed my life! I specifically picked The Movement Clinic because it's a sports medicine facility that allows me to continue and workout while doing 12 weeks of PT. I was gearing up for a half marathon and I am happy to say that I ran the whole thing with no shin pain and was able to shave an hour off of my previous half marathon time! Thank you so much to Dr. John! I would highly recommend The Movement Clinic for any sports related injuries."

    Kristian Kotchik

  • "I was in a bad motorcycle crash that sent me to the ICU with multiple surgeries and when I left the hospital I had severely limited strength and range of motion in my shoulder and it was looking like another surgery was inevitable. My doctors gave me a referral and I was right to try physical therapy, I came to the Movement Clinic after coming highly recommended by one of my buddies. All the guys here are super knowledgeable and cool make the workouts feel like hanging out with a friend while also gaining strength. In just a few weeks, Chris has helped me make significant progress and I am going to be able to avoid another surgery. I was worried I would never be able to get back to normal, let alone would have imagined I would make the strides I have as quickly as I have. I can't say enough good things about this place!"

    Travis Tinoco

Meet Our Team

  • A smiling man wearing glasses and a white T-shirt with 'The Movement Clinic' logo, standing with arms crossed in a gym or physical therapy clinic, with weightlifting equipment and a fire extinguisher in the background.

    Dr. Chris Bostwick

    PHYSICAL THERAPIST

    Doctor of Physical Therapy

  • A person with short hair and a mustache, wearing a black "The Movement Clinic" shirt, stands confidently in a gym next to a Rogue fitness rack.

    Dr. John Gan PT, DPT

    PHYSICAL THERAPIST

    Doctor of Physical Therapy

  • Person in gym wearing "The Movement Clinic" t-shirt, standing with arms crossed.

    Dr. Jordan McCormack PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS

    PHYSICAL THERAPIST

    Doctor of Physical Therapy

    Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist

    Kaiser Permanente Spine Fellow

  • A smiling woman with curly hair wearing a 'The Movement Clinic' t-shirt standing in a gym with weightlifting equipment in the background.

    Amber Driggs-Shane

    PERSONAL TRAINER

  • Man smiling in gym wearing a "The Movement Clinic" t-shirt with barbells in the background.

    Shane Abbott

    CLIENT EXPERIENCE COORDINATOR

Visit Us in Pasadena

We're conveniently located in the heart of Pasadena, just minutes from South Pasadena, Eagle Rock, and Glendale. Whether you're coming from Old Town, the Rose Bowl area, or neighboring communities like Arcadia and San Marino, we're easy to reach and ready to help you move better.

We're located just off the 110 freeway near Old Pasadena, minutes from the Pasadena Public Library and Colorado Boulevard. If you're coming from Eagle Rock or Glendale, take the 2 freeway south to the 110. Free street parking is available nearby.

Hours
Monday–Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday–Sunday: Closed

Phone
(626) 669-3778

Address
1 W Mountain St, Unit 12
Pasadena, CA 91103

 

Have more questions?
We have answers!

  • The care you will receive from our providers is unparalleled to your typical in-network physical therapy experience in Pasadena.

    Your PT will never be seeing multiple patients at the same time, pass you off to a volunteer/aide, or have you work through the same ‘cookie-cutter’ exercises week in and week out.

    Your entire visit is spent 1:1 with one of our highly specialized Doctors of Physical Therapy where we will clearly outline the root factors contributing to your pain experience and lay out a game plan for a path to recovery.

  • Yes, as an out-of-network provider in Pasadena, we provide you with all the necessary paperwork (‘superbills’) that give you the opportunity to submit to your insurance for reimbursement.

  • We are problem solvers! You will receive 60 minutes of focused 1 on 1 care at our Pasadena clinic and each visit is with a highly specialized Doctor of Physical Therapy. We take you through our three step process where we listen and learn about your situation, assess your body, and develop a road map to getting you better than you were before your injury.

  • This depends on your specific situation, diagnosis, and goals. In most cases, we have you feeling significant improvement in a matter of 2-3 visits.

    We strive to minimize the number of sessions you need by providing you with the tools, education, and understanding of how to recover to be better than you were before needing PT.

    Recovering from an injury is never black and white; however, we look to provide you with a road map for your recovery through a customized, collaborative plan with one of our expert clinicians.

  • Physical therapy is a different approach than taking something like a pill or injection. We are looking to address your problem through bodily changes that take dedication, time, and consistency throughout each week.

    Between visits, you will be provided a list of exercises via custom video recordings and education on how you can best keep yourself active, moving, and exercising.

    All the while, you have the ability to maintain open communication with your PT for any questions or guidance you need between visits.

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