Accelerated Physical Therapy

I had R shoulder pain/​burning after swimming or doing pull ups for several years. I came in for an evaluation a year ago and am happy with the assessment and recommendation I got.

I injured my thigh while warming up for a soccer game back in June. I was hoping that the one week gap between games would be enough recovery time, but it wasn’t. I knew that I needed to get help or I’d have to quit my league for the season. The Cambridge Athletic Club location is down the street from where I work, so I thought I’d give it a try.
When I showed up at the gym and asked to see Ara, I was directed to a door that led to a racquetball court with several massage/​therapy tables, three or four other patients and the physical therapy staff. It was a bit chaotic and, as noted in other reviews, there wasn’t any privacy, but everyone was friendly and the staff were efficient and helpful. Ara spoke with me briefly and then handed me off to one of the other therapists for ultrasound treatment. When that was finished, Ara used (administered?) the Graston technique on my thigh and then I switched off to another therapist for stretches and exercises. When I was wrapping up, Ara recommended a thigh compression sleeve and said that when I came for my second appointment I could try out a medical-​grade one. I ended up ordering a consumer-​grade one so that I’d be sure to have it before my next game. After my second visit, which was pretty similar to the first, I was able to play without any issues.
tl;dr
I’m not sure if any of the individual aspects (treatments, stretches/​exercises, or thigh sleeve) were what did the trick, but the three together have allowed me to play several games, including one last night in which my team had no subs and I had to play the entire time.

I hurt my shoulder doing CrossFit, and Accelerated Physical Therapy was the closest to me, so I picked the place based on convenience.
My shoulder had been injured for 5months, I couldn’t feel my thumb and index finger, and it hurt to turn my head, so by the time I went to see him, I was pretty worried that I had permanently damaged my shoulder.
I loved the atmosphere of the place, and I loved the overall friendliness of Ara, the owner of the practice. I liked the personableness of everyone there.
Most importantly, Ara fixed my shoulder pain. He did something called the Graston technique, then did something that involved electrical stimulation, and also gave my shoulder an ultrasound.
There were also basic exercises which his interns gave me instruction on.
I’m not sure if it was the combination of all these procedures or if it was one specific procedures that resulted in my shoulder being fixed, but after the first session, I felt much better, and by the 6 session, I was 90% pain free.
I feel bad about the negative reviewer who posted that they wouldn’t recommend anyone seeing Ara. I feel that Ara is an extremely knowledgable PT who really knows how the body functions, and I’ve already recommended him to some of my friends.
I can’t speak for everyone, but I am very confident that if you have a shoulder injury from CrossFit, Ara will be able to get you fixed.
David Lee

I would recommend anyone with lower extremity injuries to Ara. I’ve been to him three times now, and been able to bounce back to Triathlon each time.
The most recent injury was Achilles tendonitis. I was worried because I’ve hear bad things about how long that injury takes to recover. The ultrasound and Graston worked wonders! I went through with the exercises and was able to gauge my recover every week. After most appointments, I could noticeable tell improvement.
I’ve found that Ara is best when you’re very vocal about your injury, recovery, and treatments. Injuries are a confusing thing and having an open discussion about my injury helped to make sure we (patient and practitioner) go about the recovery in the best way possible.
Cheers to a bulletproof body!

I am currently seeing him for «frozen toe» of my big toe after bunion surgery. With Ara the treatment has been a success. From what I’ve read this issue is hard to cure, possibly permanent, but at Accelerated PT. It took some time, but my toe has very noticeably improved and my range of motion is coming back when initially my toe was stiff as an iron rod. Of all my ROM (range of motion) issues I’ve had to date this has been worst. Honestly, I’m surprised how much Ara has improved my foot. I am happy I came here.
Ara’s treatments are in the style of small group personal training. He has 3 benches inside his office. In addition a couple people may be outside doing some stretching, icing, or routine exercises with a PT student. If you value privacy over whatever problem is ailing you then by all means don’t go to Ara. However know that you’ll be missing out on some of the best treatment you can get. His walls say it all (many thanks from professional athletes/​entertainers up there).
He will attend to other patients but he will get to you and work on your injury personally when it is you turn. He will attend to all of your questions /​concerns if you need a little more time. He has never once rushed me out of his office, as other PTs will to keep their tight 1 on 1 schedules. This is a relaxed setting where you can get all the help you need. Go see Ara. You’ll be glad you did.

I went to accelerated pt to treat my shoulder. I was diagnosed with rotator cuff tendonitis from too much weight training exercises, and my doctor referred me to here. I must say Ara is awesome, he knows exactly what he is talking about and gave me the best care possible. The whole atmosphere is great, really fun and sports oriented. I was done treatment in a matter of 4 visits. I highly recommend him to anyone seeking physical therapy!