Physical Therapy

Physical Therapy Testimonial

I am so happy to have Ortho Bethesda PT available to me. I actually look forward to getting up earlier than usual, because my physical therapist is Pooja. She is kind, professional, friendly, patient, and encouraging. She gives the best massages on my problematic and arthritic lower back, which are very helpful and relieving. The exercises she has me doing at home are equally helpful and goal-oriented for an improved outlook with walking, exercising, and sleeping. Highly, highly, highly recommended for your physical therapy needs.

J.C. - J.C.  

Physical Therapy Testimonial

They are just great – Knowable, kind, very responsible and by your side through the healing process. You could not find any better.

S.U. - S.U.  

Physical Therapy Testimonial

My post op PT for a total knee replacement has been excellent. My physical therapist has put together a targeted plan that works with each stage of the healing process. Highly recommended.

C.B. - C.B.  

Physical Therapy Testimonial

A short report and note of thanks to you, and to the rest of the OrthoBethesda team, for
your excellent repair of my left elbow, which I fractured while out walking in early June. It was a
great relief that OrthB triage was able to get me in to see Dr M. Durbhakula when I called the
day after the injury and that he was ready and able to do the recommended surgery, in a
convenient outpatient center, a week later. When post-op therapy was scheduled, I was
delighted to learn that I was assigned to Christine Zammett, my favorite therapist. My recovery
and therapy went well. I was comfortable with the covid precautions OthoB has implemented,
and very confident and pleased with the care and information that Christine and Dr. D.
provided. My last visit with Dr D was Aug. 15; PT with Christine concluded on Aug. 27. I’ve
continued exercises as they recommended.

N.G. - N.G.  

Physical Therapy Testimonial

I’m on 3rd week of PT. Helen introduced passive range of shoulder external rotation, While lying on my back I succeeded in raising my surgical arm overhead w/the aid of my left arm, 3 sets 10 reps – slow, gentle passive movement. For warm-up I do isometric exercises to improve my wrist, elbow and grip strength. Relax, Relax, Relax is my PT’s mantra!

A big ice pack on my right shoulder is my reward after each session.

Yes, there is pain in every visit and I’m determined to get my surgical arm to doing normal daily chores

YAY to OrthoBethesda!

T.H. - T.H.  

Hand Therapy Testimonial

I would like to extend my compliments to the staff at OrthoBethesda.
I am a patient of Dr. Bieber (have been for over 30 years…). at the end of June, I fell on my right hand and repeated it in a much more dramatic way at the end of July.
In both cases and with the guidance of Dr. Bieber I had the good fortune to be treated by the hand therapy department. I feel my good fortune is my personal OT, Ali Damico. Not only is Ali very knowledgeable, as I expected, she also shows much caring and dedicated, and much more. She shares a sense of humor and she shows personal attention to what my reports of my progress, needs, or pains.
Whenever I walk in, I am greeted with a cheerful welcome by all the staff at the therapy department on the 5th floor. It is obvious that they share an amicable comradery between themselves and the good vibes between the therapists and support staff flow over to the patients. Every time I come in for therapy the atmosphere has a positive effect on, and I am sure about others, too.
In addition, Mayet is a magician at making sure the scheduling process smooth and easy – and all with a smile. She knows the process, and every time I need to either make an appointment or change, she tries to accommodate my schedule as best as possible.
Please convey my compliments to all the staff on the fifth floor. The support, the smile, and the welcome go a long way when you come in, usually with pains and concerns.

R.E. - R.E.  

Physical Therapy Testimonial

Service was great Zed is terrific PT. My second time using him.

W. H. - W. H.  

Physical Therapy Testimonial

“My wife is near the last phases of her Physical Therapy with OrthoBethesda. She broke her left humerus in October 2016, had a total shoulder arthroplasty with Dr. Bieber, and started her therapy with you almost immediately. She has done exceptionally well in her recovery and this is due to orthoBethesda’s fine care and wonderful caring people in all aspects of the PT operation.

Being in a hospital-based department, one sees all levels of patient care on a daily basis. The care and caring at OrthoBethesda is really exceptional. I have accompanied my wife to her PT appointments for the last 8 months, to provide her support and transportation (in the early going). As the front desk people well know, I sit with my computer and work during the hour+ she is receiving therapy from Rob and his staff. Everyone, to a person, is exceptionally well-trained, kind, and is so nice to patients. All problems are handled immediately with grace and good feelings. The atmosphere in the office is very caring, understanding, and warm. Everyone, every day, goes out of his/her way to help the patients. It’s an amazing culture. Your patients seem very happy to be there and genuinely like relating to everyone. For me, I’ll miss being a part of the office environment when she cuts back on her therapy.

Thanks for providing this exceptionally warm and caring place for patients to recover function and feel better about themselves. It is very appreciated by everyone.”

D.M. - D.M.