Spine & Sport Physical Therapy - Encinitas South

At our physical therapy office, we treat you for a wide variety of injuries resulting from sports, work, and even the consequences of invasive medical procedures. After a thorough assessment, one of our trained physical therapy specialists will provide a custom treatment plan to get you back on your feet as safely and as quickly as possible. You’ll meet regularly to train and strengthen your body so you can return to living pain-free!

If you’d like to know more about what we do or have a question for a physical therapist, don’t hesitate to reach out.

Reception: (760) 274-1671

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Spine & Sport Physical Therapy - Encinitas South

205 S El Camino Real
Suite D
Encinitas, CA 92024

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Hours

Monday 7:00a.m. - 7:00p.m.
Tuesday 7:00a.m. - 7:00p.m.
Wednesday 7:00a.m. - 7:00p.m.
Thursday 7:00a.m. - 7:00p.m.
Friday 7:00a.m. - 7:00p.m.
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Languages

English

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4.8

22 Reviews

sheila carter

2 months ago

I will begin physical therapy next week and it was refreshing to see great reviews! I just had a knee replacement November 20th and I'm looking forward to getting back to work! It was nice having my first 5 and 1/2 weeks home health care to start me off so I'm looking forward to getting that last bit of range of motion so that I can walk and hike again! ðŸ™ðŸ™ðŸ™ðŸ™

Compras Usa Brasil

6 months ago

Spine & Sport is the best place. They will certainly help you get back to your normal activities in no time. I thank the team with all my heart for their professionalism and great attitude! Thank so much

Trinna Fletcher

8 months ago

This place is so amazing, I don't even know where to start! I guess I'll first point out that while another reviewer gave only 1 star, that particular user has submitted mostly 1 star reviews so they apparently don't have anything nice to say about anyone lol It seems like everyone else loves it here, and you can add me to that list! Why do I love it here? You get to work with different PTs each time so its easier to find what works for you, plus you have more ears listening to you, and more eyes noticing things that doctors don't have the time for, which is what finally made the difference for me. I have been suffering from seemingly unrelated symptoms and pain my whole life (40 years), but recently had developed nerve pain in my left foot, and a frozen right shoulder. I have been back and forth to different doctors for decades with no answers, but after a couple months of PT working with me and listening to my complaints each day, they started to point out some other things I never noticed, like the way my left foot drops. Once I noticed my foot drop I discussed it with my doctor again, which led to a discussion about the way I sit. I mentioned w-sitting as a child, which led to discussion about my hyperflexibility, and then here's where the clouds in the sky parted and the angels came singing from the heavens... she asked if I had ever heard about Ehlers Danlos Syndrome! After a quick google search, and then an even more thorough one, I finally had a name for something that could finally explain all my seemingly unrelated symptoms. At my next PT appointment I passed the Beighton test, so the doctor referred me to a geneticist to get me tested for all the different types of EDS. As soon as I get tested and get results I will update this review. But even if that isn't it, it is still wonderful to have so many people who want to see me get better, and I am already seeing improvement on my frozen shoulder! On top of that, it is such a positive and fun environment to be around, the PTs seem like they're having fun and love what they do. Patrick has probably worked on me the most, but I have also worked with Steve, Eliza, Carly, Brett, Brendan, and another wonderful person whose name just doesn't want to come to my foggy brain at the moment, but everyone is truly amazing. I couldn't imagine anyone giving this place 1 star. Thank you guys for listening to me and working with me and helping me get closer to my answer!

Carlos Avina

a year ago

Took me forever to write a review but just wanted to say that after attending for 2 months-ish, my tendinitis problem has healed. The staff is incredibly knowledgable, patient and caring... I will be forever grateful to Spine & Sport Encinitas for their care and knowledge. Thanks again!

Cecile Roullet Renoleau

2 years ago

Prior to switching to Spine & Sport I had been in physical therapy for well over 2 years with 2 other providers who barely helped, and I was almost resigned to live with the pain and physical limitations. I am so happy that I made the switch. First of all, Marissa the receptionist is a treasure of personability (is that even a word?) and competence. I never had any problems making appointments that worked for my schedule, and she was always prompt to communicate on any relevant matters. Everyone there is super friendly and fun. I always felt welcome and I was actually excited to go to physical therapy. It was literally the highlight of my day. As far as the PT itself, I was blown away. Dr. Eric Schleicher is extremely knowledgeable and he explained things very clearly and effectively. I learned a lot about the area around my shoulder injury and the whys and wherefores of the exercise regimen he designed for me. When you really understand the mechanics of the things you are doing, you can do them far better. It allowed me to achieve *full recovery* with pain-free workouts, in only about 3 months after nearly 3 years of suffering. He gave me very clear "maintenance" techniques for positioning my shoulder properly for day-to-day tasks to avoid re-injuring myself, and as long as I am diligent with it I have no problem at all. On the rare occasion that I start feeling some familiar discomfort, I know exactly what exercises to do to fix that. I know it may seem hyperbolic, but he really changed my life. Chronic pain can really affect your mental health and I had been in a pretty dark place for a while before going to Spine & Sport. I cannot say enough good things about that place and its staff (clearly). Two thumbs way up. Go there; you won't regret it.

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Accepted Insurance

We proudly accept health plans from most insurance carriers. Prior to your first visit, our coverage verification process will ensure everything is taken care of for you.

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We’re committed to ensuring the billing process is as pain-free as possible. Our team will work with you to ensure your care is affordable so you can return to doing the things you love.

Commonly Asked Questions & What to Expect During Your PT Treatment

Thanks to direct access, we can see any patient without a referral from a doctor for an initial evaluation. If our therapists believe that physical therapy is a good option for your needs, we can work with you and your physician to obtain a prescription for continued care. If your diagnosis requires additional expertise, we can also refer you to a specialist to handle your care.

For your first visit, be sure to bring the following items:

Prescription for physical therapy from your referring physician (if applicable)
Government issued photo ID (such as a driver’s license)
Insurance card(s)
Patient forms, which can be downloaded from this site in PDF format. Print and fill out the forms completely and bring them during your first visit.
Patients who are minors (under 18 years of age) must be accompanied by a parent or guardian for their first visit.

During your first visit, your therapist will perform a thorough examination, in which he or she will review your physician’s recommendations, examine the problem area, ask questions about your injury or pain, develop an effective treatment plan for rehabilitation, discuss their findings with you and answer any questions you may have. Your treatment plan may include hands-on, manual therapy, a customized exercise program, stretching and physical agents such as heat, ice, ultrasound and electrical stimulation. Your physical therapist may also recommend a home program to further assist in your treatment.

Your first appointment will typically last from 45 minutes to an hour and a half, depending on your injury. Following appointments usually last between 30 minutes and an hour, depending on the treatment. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your appointment for check-in and paperwork. You can also download our patient forms, which can be filled out beforehand and brought with to your appointment.

The frequency of your treatment will depend on your physician’s prescription and the plan of care developed by your physical therapist. Most patients require treatment two to three times per week. The duration of treatment will depend on your injury and personal progress. Your physical therapist will discuss this with you following your initial exam and subsequently as you progress.

We accept most major insurances including Medicare, Tricare and workers’ compensation plans. Before your initial visit, we will verify in and out of network benefits with your insurance company. The cost of therapy is determined by the benefits of your insurance plan, including the deductible and co-pay, or patient percentage. We are happy to check with your insurance company to determine the terms of your coverage. Payment for patient responsibility is due at the time of service.

We are proud to offer complimentary injury screenings with one of our certified licensed specialists who will discuss your area of discomfort and offer suggestions for next steps in care, if appropriate. For your convenience, consultations will last no longer than 15 minutes and are available over the phone or in person. To request a complimentary screening, after entering your ZIP code in the location look up, simply select 'Free Consultation' and proceed to fill out your information.

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