Check out what’s happening at Atlantis Physical Therapy: It’s that time of year again to vote for Best Physical Therapy Center and Best Knee Center in the South Bay. The Reader’s Choice Awards is celebrating 32 years and is sponsored by the Daily Breeze and Beach Reporter. Voting is open through Sunday April 23rd. We […]

The science equating colder weather affecting joint pain is inconclusive. Some studies find no correlation, yet others add validity to what is termed “weather sensitivity” – when your arthritis feels worse in the colder weather, especially when it’s about to rain or snow. Fortunately, Torrance and the South Bay communities don’t see snow, but it […]

Watch Craig's inspiring story of hope facing mild cognitive impairment (MCI at our Brain Health and Fitness Center at Atlantis Physical and Occupational Therapy. See how his life has been enhanced by our exercised-based innovative and personalized approach in a specialized program for neurocognitive rehabilitation including MCI, Dementia, Stroke, TBI, Parkinson's Disease, and Neuromuscular Disorders. […]

Exercise is important for people with arthritis because it increases their muscular strength and flexibility, improves their mobility, and helps them feel less pain and fatigue. People with arthritis may have trouble exercising, but they can overcome it. Persistence is important. Exercise can help you reduce the symptoms of arthritis and the good news is […]

Check out what’s happening at Atlantis Physical & Occupational Therapy: ATLANTIS Physical and Occupational Therapy is moving to a new and bigger location in the Rolling Hills Plaza located at PCH and Crenshaw Blvds on Monday, March 4. We will be in the brick office building between CPK and AMC Theater. Our main entrance will […]

At Atlantis PT, several factors are considered when working with a patient who comes to us as a fall risk. We test the status of the individual for three important areas: STRENGTH:  stomach, back, and legs BALANCE: standing still and moving COORDINATION:  quickness, accuracy, and cognition Other factors such as posture and joint flexibility are […]

If you suffer from knee pain it can affect your quality of life and every day activities. In 2018, a study in American Family Physician found approximately 25% of U.S. adults suffer from knee pain, with the prevalence of the condition skyrocketing 65% over the past 20 years alone. Many people are surprised to learn that knee […]

Osteoporosis and Bone Health Newsletter September, 2020 Check out our newsletter that includes articles on: Test Your Osteoporosis Knowledge with this 10 Question Quiz Patient Story: I Wanted to Live – Garrett’s Story Staff Spotlight: Kai Yamamoto: Occupational Therapist specializing in Hand, Wrist & Upper Extremity Click on Image to View Newsletter

Senior Fitness & Balance Newsletter Click on Image to View Newsletter October, 2019 Check out our newsletter that includes articles on: Fall Prevention: Know the Risks How Physical Therapy Can Help with Fall Prevention & Balance Patient Spotlight: Meet Dorothy: Nearing 100 and Back on her Feet after a Fall        

Atlantis Physical Therapy is highly regarded for its osteoporosis program that is headed by Sharon Kato, who was trained in the nationally recognized Sara Meeks Method.  There is a lot to know about osteoporosis and the benefits of physical therapy. Take this quick quiz and maybe surprise yourself. True or False? 1) Osteoporosis is a […]