Simply Physio

Very professional and fully attentive to my issues. Gave exercises to perform at home as well as provided video's of other exercises to do on my own, all of which were very helpful to my healing.

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I have suffered with back pain for several years and tried physical therapy at other places. They were able to help some, but my pain would come back. I was recommended to “Simply Physio” by my fitness trainer at “Fitness Together”. I was amazed at Dr. John-Mark’s approach to therapy. His approach seems to be, “What things do you want to do that you can’t do because of pain? Let’s work on those things to make life better.” He combines exercise, massage, and hands on stretching. His treatments are on a one on one basis for an hour. I was used to being started on one exercise and then the therapist moving on to another person. Dr. John-Mark was there with me during each exercise making sure I did everything correctly. Since I “graduated” I haven’t had any back pain. Remember the Doctor can only do so much; a lot depends on you continuing the exercise program he gives you, so keep it up.I must also mention Ashley at the front desk. She always welcomes you with a smile and your name on a “Welcome” sign on the desk. She schedules your appointments, and emails reminders that you have an appointment due. Did I mention she smiles?G. Mount More...

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Dr Chesney thinks outside the box and works with you 100% of the time. He customizes what is best for you. Not your typical therapy. Looking forward to feeling the best I ever have. More...

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I highly recommend Dr. John Mark. I have been having neck problems for years and went to him with very limited mobility. Through his techniques I am now moving better than I have in a long time and I'm off all pain medications. It was a great experience and his staff was fabulous. More...

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I'd been to PT after crushing my L3. But that only got me partway to recovery. I still had balance and strength issues, but I was functioning at "normal" levels for my age group. Dr. Chesney and SimplyPhysio took me back to 90% of my prior above age-norm level. I am still working on it, but the one-on-one dedicated time and direction has definitely provided a better foundation for continuing to improve. Thanks to Dr. Chesney, I know I can get back to my prior fitness level. More...

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I had a great experience with Simply Physio. Dr John-Mark Chesney is very professional and thorough. His assistant, Ashley, is also superb. Dr. Chesney took a lot of time in diagnosing the real issues around my hip pain, back pain, and my tennis elbow. He addressed each issue individually, using a variety of techniques, including dry needling. I was pain free within a few weeks of treatment. He did a great job of talking me through the treatments and explaining everything. Dr Chesney was very good about following up as well to see if their were any lingering issues or if I had additional question. I would definitely recommend Simply Physio. He really delivers true pain free results. More...

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Had a really great visit with Dr. Chesney and left with some very helpful solutions to my ongoing issue. Communication with his office was very clear, efficient, and helpful during every step of the process. The visit was impactful and I felt at home discussing my needs with him. More...

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Dr. Chesney is a professional and knowledgeable. He diagnosed the issues with my knee and gave me some great exercises and stretches to help alleviate the pain. I noticed a positive change within days. He is very helpful and his office staff were great! More...

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I was dealing with chronic foot pain. The conservative treatment from my primary care doc was not working, so I stopped by. I finally am able to run again! I highly recommend stopping in to have Dr Chesney to take a look! He recommended some insoles to remedy the constant pressue I was putting on my toe. He additionally set me up with some exercises to do at home. For awhile there I was beginning to worry it would be a long term problem, but not anymore. Go stop in and let him have a look!10/10 More...

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Dr. John-Mark is very personable and takes time to understand what problems you are having. He was very professional in his assessment and provided me with a plan to correct my injury. I highly recommend Simply Physio.

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I had a great experience visiting Simply Physio. Dr Chesney was great, we spent a some time initially with him asking questions diagnosing the problem, he was very thorough. He did a great job of talking me through the treatments and explaining everything. He really gives 5 star care and service. Dr Chesney was very good about following up as well to see if their were any lingering issues or if I had additional question. I would definitely recommend Simply Physio. More...

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Dr. John-Mark was very professional and helpful. He was able to diagnose the root cause of my back and hip pain and the exercises he prescribed have helped tremendously.

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Over all experience was great! I appreciate a Physical Therapist who gives you 100% of his undivided attention! Treatment was very precise and beneficial! I highly recommend!

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I am so thankful I received help from John-Mark. He is very knowledgeable, he obviously loves his profession, and he strives to relieve you of your pain through a series of procedures and exercises to continue at home. I felt like he really listened to me, and you won't find someone more caring, genuine, or dedicated to helping his patients. I'm grateful he is in Knoxville. D. Knapp More...

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John-Mark really listened, worked hard to find the real cause of my pain, developed a plan to address the issue including dry needling, manipulation, and exercises to strengthen muscles and improve movement without pain. He’s knowledgeable, patient, caring, and personable. I highly recommend him. More...

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Thanks to you Dr. John Mark, I am on the way to a new and youthful body that is pain free. Not only were you able to give me simple exercises that relieved my hip and knee pain, but your patience and individualized treatment protocol really worked for me. Many doctors are knowledgable but you combine a brilliantly analytical mind with empathetic listening and spirituality, traits that are truly lacking in the profession. I have to say that I had no idea there were so many muscles behind muscles. Now my body can work to support me. I constantly recommend you to anyone who wants to stay young and active forever. Bless you Dr. John MarkJudy Robinson, Knoxville, TN. More...

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Dr. Chesney's professional one-on-one care and friendliness, as well as the accountability that it induces in his patients, makes his practice a must for patients needing physical therapy.

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John Mark is wonderful! For the past month, he has been treating my son for major lower back pain which has been debilitating for years. He is finally feeling better and we are so thankful to have found him. For starters, John Mark is one of the most personable doctors I know. From the initial soapbox introduction video to the frequent phone calls updating me on my son's progress, he has been over the top friendly, caring and professional. We have been told more often than not that our son's issues are quite challenging. Thank goodness John Mark was up for the challenge! His one on one attention and expertise was exactly what the doctor ordered! Thanks a million John Mark!!! More...

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See the Simply Physio Face Book page for my full review. Due to the character limit in Google I have to be brief. I’m 34 years old, have 3 kids under 7-years old, and have struggled with lower back pain for the last 5 years. My pain flares up from time to time and is always coupled with muscle spasms that leave me in bed for days. It’s difficult to walk, use the restroom, and be with my family when the spasms hit. The spasms last for several days but the residual pain can last for months. I needed help and took Dr. John Mark up on his free Discovery Visit. From there he walked me through treatment that will last a lifetime. He gave me tools to self treat and knowledge to help prevent my problems from ever reoccurring. I would highly recommend the services of Dr. John Mark to anyone who is suffering with known or unknown sources of pain. I finally found the help I was in such desperate need of. Thank you Dr. John Mark. More...

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Dr. John Mark is INCREDIBLE! I was in pain and unable to walk for MONTHS...I found him after a slip- and-fall incident that knocked my knee cap out of proper tracking~ I went from a super active young person whose life changed DRASTICALLY after this injury. Never having an injury before I wasn't sure what to do. I tried traditional PT for the first time and knew I needed something more. We looked for a better way and found him! I am not 100% yet, but in the weeks I have been working with him, he has taught me so much about how pain works, how the body responds to injury, while providing various techniques/ways to assist in healing/ strengthening such as dry needling and one-to-one care with HUGE GAINS!!! HE IS AMAZING- there are no words. He approaches patients with a holistic and focused approach. When you are in pain and CAN'T WALK (or do the things you did before your injury) STOP- GO TO DR JM! He knows how to help and will work with you in such a personal and professional way you will not find anywhere else. I am closer than I was last week! I WILL get back to my full life! THANK YOU, Lord for Dr. JM's compassionate heart and brilliant mind!!! More...

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After 6 weeks of PT for plantar fasciitis, my heel pain is essentially gone and I have been able to resume fun activities with my family, like hiking. I highly recommend SimplyPhysio!

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My name is Vamuyan Sheriff (MJ) and I have had the opportunity to shadow with Dr. John-Mark Chesney for the past month. Before this experience I would have never thought I would enjoy shadowing as much as I did. Being a Biology Pre-Med major at Lincoln Memorial University, I struggled trying to figure out if I should go become a PA or if I should become a PT. I have spent time shadowing a PA and a PT. After my time shadowing Dr. Chesney for a month, I am 100% certain that I want to go into PT. Dr. Chesney has set a great example of what a means to be a PT, by putting in all his time and passion in treating all his patient. Since I started shadowing with him, every patient that came in, had a pain issue in there lower back, upper back, knee, shoulder, neck, etc. This has delayed them from living a normal healthy lives. After a week or two working with Dr. Chesney, I could see the difference in how the patients were feeling. The patients were coming in with less pain. I could also see the joy and happiness on their faces, talking about how great they felt and how they were gradually able to start living without pain. Watching him enjoy what he does and while putting joy on his patients’ faces, sets a great example for what I want to do with my career. Thank you Dr. John-Mark Chesney for giving me the opportunity to shadow you. This has motivated and set me up for success. This have motivation and set me on the right path for me. More...

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Great customer service! John-Mark helped me resolve a nagging calf issue days before an event! Worth every dollar!

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My name is Glynn Corkern, I am a Helicopter Instructor Pilot with the Tennessee Army National Guard with over 35 years of Military service. Over the many years of wear and tear on my body due to my Military service I developed a very debilitating issue with my hands that was incredibly painful. I was constantly experiencing pain in both of my hands, I could not make a fist, and even something as simple as removing a cap from a bottle was extremely difficult. Along with the extreme pain and difficulty moving my fingers, the fingers in both my hands started going numb almost daily. I had been to a hand specialist and was told it was a combination of nerve damage, carpal tunnel and arthritis, along with just being old. Ok, good information, but no fix unless I chose to have surgery. Through my chiropractor I had heard of Dr. John-Mark Chesney of Simply Physio, who specializes in Dry Needling to promote healing. I dropped by to see what my options were, and it was the best choice I had ever made. Dr. Chesney approaches therapy on a whole new level. Your sessions are one on one, rather than the typical 12 patients being treated all at once being monitored by one to two technicians. He conducts a thorough examination/assessment on the first visit just to ensure that your condition is something he can heal so you won't be wasting money on a treatment that might not work for your condition. He tailors the treatment to your schedule and is extremely flexible to meet your needs.Within the first few sessions I was experiencing almost complete relief from the pain. Within 10 sessions I was done. Dr. Chesney had healed both my hands. I am now able to go back to a normal life with hands that once again work as they were designed thanks to Dr. Chesney.If you have aches, pains, joint issues or numbness or otherwise have some body part that is not functioning properly, do yourself a favor and go see Dr. Jon-Mark Chesney of Simply Physio. Don’t settle for old age, or “this is as good as it gets”, instead go get it fixed. His Dry Needling techniques work, I can attest to that. I am glad I did it, and now I know where to go if it ever comes back. More...

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John-Mark is a great Physical Therapist who has helped me with chronic shoulder pain and the ability to get back to activities that I enjoy.

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After struggling with Vertigo and Vestibular issues ( BPPV) for some time, I met with John-Mark at Simply Physio for a consultation. After listening to me describe what I had been experiencing, John-Mark said that he was confident that he could help. After 3 visits my BPPV symptoms were very much improved and my daily routine was almost back to normal. We are now working on some balance and stability issues. John-Mark listens and is very easy to communicate with. I highly recommend John-Mark and Simply-Physio. More...

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I am 57-year-old grandmother of two young, very active little girls and I work part-time. After having a back and hip injury that I needed some help with, I had heard about Simply Physio and liked the idea of the one-on-one, more private type of sessions to work on my injury and decided that I wanted to give that a try. When I started my treatments at Simply Physio, I was unable to move very well. We worked on different stretches and treatments, and I learned ways that I could help myself at home to recover and avoid future injuries. My goals were to be able to get back to my normal daily routine, to be able to move freely and comfortably, and to be able to pick up and play with my grandchildren. I also needed to be able to sit in a chair and work for a few hours a day at my job. I was not able to do those things prior to receiving care. Now, I have achieved those goals and I can do all those things! I am very thankful for the excellent care that I received by Dr. John-Mark Chesney at Simply Physio and would highly recommend him for physical therapy needs. More...

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Doctor John-Mark Chesney is one of the best physical therapists I have ever met. I had the privilege to intern under him when I was finishing up my Doctorate in Physical Therapy myself and I learned more from him in 3 months time than I had in all of my previous course of study. He is one of the most knowledgeable and skilled manual therapists I know, and I have watched him positively impact the lives of hundreds of patients. If you are in the Western Knoxville area and are looking for the best, you've come to the right place! John-Mark will bring value to your life and get you moving better, with less pain! Keep up the great work Simply Physio!!!

-Dr. James Stout, PT, DPT, MTC More...

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I was referred to Dr. John-Mark Chesney this past January after three months of increasing pain from a shoulder injury that turned into Frozen Shoulder, even though I had a cortisone shot and was doing exercises at home with bands soon after the initial injury. Physical therapy sessions with Dr. Chesney in his new SIMPLY PHYSIO Knoxville office were very comprehensive, with Dr. Chesney spending the entire hour providing hands-on treatment. Dr. Chesney incorporated Dry Needling, which produced nearly instantaneous positive results. I actually started asking for Dry Needling a few sessions in. After eight sessions I had regained a significant percentage of my range of motion, and no longer had constant pain, enabling me to sleep once again, as predicted by Dr. Chesney during my initial visit.

I highly recommend Dr. John-Mark Chesney, who is both an outstanding Physical Therapist and person. More...

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Would definitely recommend Doctor Chesney. He is very knowledgeable and does a great job showing you how to do the exercises that are required and how they will help you get better. I don't have a single complaint and would highly recommend seeing him if you are in pain and looking for relief. More...

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I would highly recommend Dr. Chesney! I love how he uses a variety of treatments to get you the best results. I am now (after seeing him for a few months) able to move and use my wrist more than I have in 4 years (even with surgery). He also gives you exercises to do at home to continue the benefits. More...

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John Mark is wonderful! For the past month, he has been treating my son for major lower back pain which has been debilitating for years. He is finally feeling better and we are so thankful to have found him. For starters, John Mark is one of the most personable doctors I know. From the initial soapbox introduction video to the frequent phone calls updating me on my son's progress, he has been over the top friendly, caring and professional. We have been told more often than not that our son's issues are quite challenging. Thank goodness John Mark was up for the challenge! His one on one attention and expertise was exactly what the doctor ordered! Thanks a million John Mark!!! More...

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Highly Recommended!!! This year my TMJ started making popping noises with movement and then degraded until pain made it quite challenging to eat. I was fortunately referred to Dr. Chesney. His knowledge and therapy got the improper stresses on the joint relieved, and his instruction helped me to both understand and also correct my habits to prevent future issues . I have to agree with another reviewer who described Dr. Chesney as over-the-top friendly, caring and professional. Thank you, John-Mark for working so knowledgeably and personable to get me pain-free and active again! I'll be seeing you for my next injury! More...

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John-Mark is a master at his craft. Two separate time, he was able to treat me with no medication and a simple, experience-based background that brought me from a world of pain and immobility to one of free movement. A twisted ankle I couldn’t walk on, and some excruciating muscle tension in my neck that limited my range of motion to 0, were treated effectively and compassionately. I was able to avoid a costly hospitalization and orthopedic referrals to treat my symptoms and pain. My neck was so sore, I wasn’t able to go to work or even sleep in a bed. Chesney was able to restore my mobility and ROM without medication quickly and effectively. I couldn’t recommend anyone higher. I can sincerely say I hope I never have to see him again, but I know he’s exactly the person I would want my family to be under his care. More...

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I’m 34 years old, have 3 kids under 7-years old, and have struggled with lower back pain for the last 5 years. My pain flares up from time to time and is always coupled with muscle spasms that leave me in bed for days. It’s difficult to walk, use the restroom, and be with my family when the spasms hit. The spasms last for several days but the residual pain can last for months. I want to be free to go hiking, play golf, do yard work, go to work, and run and play with my young children without thinking, “is this going to hurt my back”. I found myself avoiding movement that could potentially result in pain. I have tried chiropractic doctors and even saw a neck and spine specialist. They all said the same thing, avoid major movement, take pain pills, and come see each week for treatment (more $$$). Treatment involved a back adjustment and 5 minutes of a hot pad and electric pulsing on my back. It felt good, but by the next day my back would tense back up. They weren’t diagnosing me, but rather treating my symptoms of pain. I was discouraged and wanted help but didn’t know where to go. After all, I’ve only lived in Knoxville for 2 years and don’t know any doctors.

I came across Dr. John Mark through an email and started to read the testimonies of others that were experiencing the same issues as me. For so long I thought I was the only one because I didn’t have any friends or family dealing with these same issues. I read in one of Dr. John Mark’s emails that he does a free first visit called a “Discovery Visit”. I had nothing to lose and possibly something to gain by going and talking to him. I signed up online for an appointment and he took a personal interest in my recovery from that moment forward. He called me within a few hours of my online request and we spoke on the phone for nearly 20 minutes. I have never had a medical professional call me personally, much less spend that amount of time with me on the phone. From there, he sent me a video tour of the office to show me around before I even arrived. The video wasn’t something he sent everyone, rather he made it for me that day. It calmed a lot of my nerves to see the office before I arrived. My Discovery visit was a great time to get to know each other and find out if I was someone he could help. Once completed, the pricing was made clear to me and I had a no obligation choice to continue with further appointments. I chose to continue because I felt that I could finally get the help I needed.

My first appointment was great. I had his complete attention because he only sees one patient at a time. I have been to other PT’s who do this sort or round robin style of seeing patients. You get 5 minutes of help and then they send you off to exercise while they go help someone else. I immediately felt like I was getting what I was paying for.

That first appointment was all about seeing where my lower back pain came from. Funny thing is, my pain was in my back but the catalysts for my pain ended up being my foot and knee. The doctor checked my foot arches, knee flexibility, hamstrings, quads, pelvic joints, and lower back. It was the most thorough and comprehensive exam I have ever been through. It gave me confidence that he knew what he was doing and was serious about prevention and treatment. After my first appointment, my state of mind changed from fear to confidence because I felt Dr. John Mark was truly there to help me.

The remaining appointments were fantastic. Each time I arrived I was early and he was ready for me. My hour long appointment would go until I had to leave for work or his next patient arrived. I would always get an extra 10 to 20 minutes. My total therapy experience included a comprehensive exam, stretching and exercise, dry needling (which I shouldn’t have been worried about because it wasn’t bad at all and brought incredible relief), lots of personalized communication, fitting for an insole to help my arch which will ultimately help my back, and direct contact to the doctor from here on out if I need him.

The last thing I want to mention is my therapy involved me pushing myself beyond what I was comfortable to see how my back would respond. Obviously I wasn’t going rock climbing or skydiving just yet, but I did need to test my back in an environment where if it did flare up I could get in to the doctor right away. I decided to take my kids bowling. It was one of the best days as a father to do a physical activity with my children without fear of injury. My back did great and continues to get better each day.

I would highly recommend the services of Dr. John Mark to anyone who is suffering with known or unknown sources of pain. I finally found the help I was in such desperate need of. Thank you Dr. John Mark. More...

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Dr. Chesney is great at what he does! I have been to several PT and he is the best! He uses a variety of treatments and gives you exercises to do at home to continue the benefits. After a few months of seeing him I am moving and using my wrist more than I have in 4 years! I would highly recommend him! More...

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I was suffering from nagging lower back issues. Dr. Chesney provided instantaneous relief with dry needling and then gave me exercises to help me in the long term. I would highly recommend him!

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See the Simply Physio Face Book page for my full review. Due to the character limit in Google I have to be brief.

I’m 34 years old, have 3 kids under 7-years old, and have struggled with lower back pain for the last 5 years. My pain flares up from time to time and is always coupled with muscle spasms that leave me in bed for days. It’s difficult to walk, use the restroom, and be with my family when the spasms hit. The spasms last for several days but the residual pain can last for months. I needed help and took Dr. John Mark up on his free Discovery Visit. From there he walked me through treatment that will last a lifetime. He gave me tools to self treat and knowledge to help prevent my problems from ever reoccurring. I would highly recommend the services of Dr. John Mark to anyone who is suffering with known or unknown sources of pain. I finally found the help I was in such desperate need of. Thank you Dr. John Mark. More...

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Highly Recommended...!!! Being in pain is not fun and caused me unnecessary anxiety. Dr John-Mark's calm demeanor made me feel real comfortable and helped me relax. ..I have no doubt that this was a catalyst to a quick recovery. Thank you....! More...

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Doctor John-Mark Chesney is one of the best physical therapists I have ever met. I had the privilege to intern under him when I was finishing up my Doctorate in Physical Therapy myself and I learned more from him in 3 months time than I had in all of my previous course of study. He is one of the most knowledgeable and skilled manual therapists I know, and I have watched him positively impact the lives of hundreds of patients. If you are in the Western Knoxville area and are looking for the best, you've come to the right place! John-Mark will bring value to your life and get you moving better, with less pain! Keep up the great work Simply Physio!!! More...

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John Mark is a skilled manual physical therapist and is a board certified orthopedic specialist. He takes time to educate the patient on their impairments. The needs and goals of his patient's are a priority to him. He uses an individualized approach when treating each of his patients. More...

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John Mark is a wonderful physical therapist, he helped my back and even helped my vertigo. I was able to avoid steroid shots as well as surgery. I would recommend him to anyone that needs physical therapy. More...

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As a Doctor of Physical therapy student under the direction of John-Mark as my clinical instructor, I was able to develop my manual therapy skills, apply current evidence-based practices and learn multiple approaches to healing orthopedic injuries, including: mobilizations, mobs with movement, dry needling, instrument assisted softTissue mobilization, running analysis, pain education and exercise progression. I improved my clinical expertise under his guidance and am grateful for learning through his dedication to the profession and desire to improve his patients! More...

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John-Mark was fantastic! He was professional, kind, and always had a smile on his face. I can lift my arm properly now and this is very important as I am a hair stylist. I can't thank him enough!! I definitely recommend him! More...

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Excellent physical therapist. I was able to continue the exercises at home that I was given to greatly improve function in my neck. Could not recommend anyone over John Mark. He is the BEST!!!!!!! I have been treated by him, my husband has been treated by him (neck one time and sciatic nerve the next time) and John Mark kept him from having to have surgery and relieved his pain completely. John Mark has also treated other family members and I was SO disappointed when I sent my son to him and they told my son that John Mark had moved out of our area!!!!! He is the BEST of the BEST!!!!!!!! More...

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