A Message From Dr. Graig Gubello, PT, Owner of Gubello Physical Therapy
Dr. Graig Gubello, PT, Owner and Founder
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❓Are you worried about knee pain & stiffness that doesn’t go away no matter how long you rest?
❓Are you frustrated that other (medication, stretching, self massage, foam rolling) haven’t worked? ❓Are you having trouble keeping up with Friends & Family and are missing out on outdoor activities? ❓Are you still looking for a long-term solution so you can get healthy, happy and active? If you answered “Yes” to any of these questions, you are in the right place!
Many people with in San Diego suffer unnecessarily with knee pain and stiffness because they’re told…
⚠️ Just “rest it” and it’ll be fine (then months later they’re still suffering…) ⚠️ It’s “normal” with aging, sports, or a sedentary job ⚠️ If you take some pills everything will be fine ⚠️ Surgery and injections are the only option. The truth is: ✅ Resting is only the first step and most people do it for too long. You might get a small temporary relief, but then when you get active again you may still be suffering from knee pain and stiffness and decreased activity (I bet you’ve already experienced it!) ✅ It’s not normal to have persistent knee pain and stiffness as you get older! ✅ Certain pain pills can be addicting, dangerous, and can cause a lot of other problems with your body. ✅ Surgery and injections are not the only options. They're just the only options your surgeon can offer you after all conservative management is exhausted. At Gubello Physical Therapy, we specialize in helping active adults return to the activities they love and get back to living pain-freeIt can be very confusing to decide exactly what you should do if you have knee pain and stiffness. You’ve likely heard a lot of options such as…
❓ A family member tells you to try stretching or massage ❓ A colleague mentions going to a Chiro ❓ The “experts” on YouTube recommend doing a certain exercise ❓ A friend suggests going to a yoga class ❓ All while the Doctor tells you to rest It’s overwhelming to try to make a decision with all these choices…what will happen if you don’t make the right one? Most people get stuck trying to make a decision about what to do next. They go days, weeks, months (even years!) without taking action. When It Comes To Solving Something Serious Like Knee Pain and Stiffness…You must choose the right provider for your health. If you don’t, you could end up getting dangerous surgery (when it was unnecessary) or being dependent on addicting painkillers the rest of your life.
Getting the “least-invasive”, most conservative treatment is VITAL to you stopping your knee pain and stiffness and keeping it from ever coming back. To do that, you have to not just treat the pain, but have a provider who is willing to figure out WHY the pain happened in the first place. That’s when you’ll get a PERMANENT solution to your problems. At Gubello Physical Therapy we’ve created a 3 step process to get rid of your pain AND make sure it doesn’t come back again.Step #1 - We Want To Listen To Your StoryOur medical system is frustrating. You wait weeks, sometimes months, for an appointment, only to get to talk to the doctors for 10 minutes before they have to run to the next patient and you’re left sitting there wondering, “What just happened?”
Even most physical therapy clinics operate this way. They’re not attentive, they’re fast-paced, and your therapist doesn’t have time to actually touch where you hurt. This is why our first step is to listen to you story. After working with lots of people with knee pain and stiffness, we know that no two people are alike. Each person has a different body, a different history, and different types of pain. That is why our first step is to give you time to tell your story. That way we get a deep understanding of what’s going on not just with your body, but also how it’s impacting your life. Step #2 - Find Out WHY Knee Pain StartedMany people have a diagnosis, or medical term for what’s going on with their body. Maybe their doctor gave it to them, maybe tests showed the diagnosis, or maybe you found it online.
You could have been told that your only choice was to test, take meds, or get injections. Sometimes, those things bring temporarily relief and are necessary, but they’re not addressing what the WHOLE person in pain. Every person’s cause of knee pain and stiffness is different. No one has the exact same problem caused by the exact same thing as another person. Our goal at Gubello Physical Therapy is to find that original cause of your pain, so not only does your knee pain go away, it STAYS AWAY! We understand that you still might be skeptical or unsure if physical therapy is right for you. That’s why we created a free phone consultation (Yes! That means the first session is ON US!). Our free phone consultations are meant specifically for those people who are skeptical, unsure, or have even been let down in the past. During the free phone consultation you’ll find out what’s wrong, how long it’s going to take to fix it, and give you peace of mind that your problem can be fixed naturally! Step #3 - Get Rid Of The Pain & Keep It From Coming BackThis is when the big transformations occur. We develop a personalized plan that allows you to…
…Get back to exercising without fear of the knee pain and stiffness coming back …Get back to your pre-injury lifestyle you love ….Play sports, travel and playing with your kids without pain, with more energy and muscle strength. …. Get back to yoga, weight training, running and/or fitness classes now to stay healthy without pain and multiple medical visits. …. Be outside hiking, surfing, climbing, biking in the perfect San Diego weather to de-stress without pain and stiffness. Our best clients are those who are motivated and ready to win back their previously active lifestyle. (Even if they feel stuck right now!) Want to know more about our availability and costs before making any commitment to coming in? You don’t have to sacrifice the activities you love over problems that can be fixed.
Sincerely, Dr. Graig Gubello, PT |
What Other People Just Like You Are Saying About Gubello PT...
Lene M."A hearty well done and kudos to my physical therapist, Dr. Graig Gubello. What he has done for me with regards to my knees and lower back ailments in a few short weeks of PT goes without saying. He displayed superb innate knowledge of my condition and knew exactly what I needed. In the few weeks of PT my range of motion of my knees increased by 30% in my really bad knee (torn ACL) and 15% in my other no so bad knee. I can even touch my toes and do squats which I haven't been able to do for the longest time, all with little effort or pain. My golf game has even improved and I can turn better on the ball. He has the perfect demeanor to relate with clients in his profession and is a skilled and knowledgeable physical therapist. " READ MORE>>
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Justin G."After having experienced a very inconvenient, painful, and disabling injury to the MCL of my right knee while hiking, I engaged Graig for solutions to recovery that had not been mapped out by the physicians who had initially treated me. Since beginning the physical therapy regimen that Graig provided me, I have regained movement, strength, and flexibility with my knee. I no longer struggle to negotiate the three flights of stairs up to my family’s apartment, have gently resumed jogging, and am fully confident I am fast approaching a full return to my two fitness passions of distance hiking and Crossfit. I pride myself on being a self-starter, however, I could not have recovered without Graig’s meticulous and science-forward approach!" READ MORE>> |