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Senior physical Therapist IN SAN JOSE

Meet Sandhya Patel

Sandhya specializes in post-operative rehabilitation and functional movement-based care, with 9 years of experience. She has advanced training in Applied Functional Science and focuses on helping patients recover from surgeries and regain mobility. Her approach combines structured rehab with patient education for long-term success. She works best with motivated, goal-oriented individuals.

    SPECIALTIES

● Recovery after joint replacement or spine surgery● Hip, knee, ankle, and shoulder conditions● Rotator cuff injuries and shoulder dysfunction● Acute and chronic low back pain● Neck pain, postural concerns, and movement difficulties

    CONDITIONS TREATED

● Post-operative rehabilitation for the upper extremity, lower extremity, and spine● Joint replacement recovery, including hip, knee, ankle, and shoulder● Rotator cuff injuries and shoulder conditions● Acute and chronic back pain● Neck pain and stiffness● Mobility, strength, and functional movement limitations

    BODY REGIONS TREATED

I particularly enjoy treating hip, knee, ankle, shoulder, and spine conditions, with a focus on restoring mobility, strength, movement, and function.

    PATIENTS TREATED

Teenagers to older adults, including:● Youth athletes● High school athletes● Active adults● Older adults● Post operative patients● People with chronic pain● Women's health/pelvic health

ABOUT Sandhya Patel

Frequently Asked Questions

  • I Love Helping Patients Get Back To… ● Doing what they love without limitations● Moving, exercising, and staying active with confidence● Returning to work, sports, and recreational activities meaningful time with family

  • Individualized, hands on, and evidence based and patient education to support sustainable recovery.

  • Assessment, hands-on treatment, targeted exercises, and clear guidance to support your progress between visits.

  • I excel at identifying movement dysfunction, providing hands on care, prescribing individualized exercises, and empowering patients through education to return confidently to the activities they enjoy.

  • Patients appreciate feeling heard, understood, given the time and attention to be treated as an individual.

  • ● Manual therapy● Joint mobilization/manipulation● Strength and conditioning● Cupping

  • ● How long will it take for me to feel better?● What can I do at home to help my recovery?● When can I get back to the activities I enjoy?

  • ● Healing takes time: Tissue healing follows a biological timeline that can't be rushed.● Consistency matters.● The body is connected: One area can affect another's movement and function.

  • I became a physical therapist because I've always been fascinated by how the body moves and enjoyed helping people. What I love most about physical therapy is building a connection with each patient and helping them rebuild their strength, confidence, and function so they can get back to the activities they enjoy.

  • Outside of work, I enjoy spending quality of time with my family, hiking, yoga, gardening, and enjoying outdoors.

MEMORABLE PATIENT SUCCESSES

SUCCESS STORIES

Regaining Function After Persistent Back Pain

Living with persistent back pain made it difficult for this patient to sit or stand for long periods, work at a desk, and manage everyday activities. Together, we focused on improving mobility and strength, practicing supportive body mechanics, and building practical strategies to help them manage symptoms independently. With consistent rehabilitation, the patient was able to sit longer during their workday, return to daily activities, and experience less discomfort.

Returning to Daily Activities After Knee Replacement

After knee replacement surgery, the patient had difficulty walking, using stairs, and performing daily activities, We focused on improving mobility, strength, balance, and confidence. They were ultimately able to walk more comfortably, manage stairs independently, and return to their daily activities.

The PRO Performance Therapy Group is a group of physical therapist owned rehabilitation centers. We are backed by a first class team of highly trained physical therapists and athletic trainers with specializations in sports rehabilitation and strength and conditioning.

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The PRO Performance Therapy Group is a group of physical therapist owned rehabilitation centers. We are backed by a first class team of highly trained physical therapists and athletic trainers with specializations in sports rehabilitation and strength and conditioning.

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