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Dr. Adam Babcock
Sustain Physical Therapy and Performance
Dr. Zachary Schwarz
Physical Therapist, Performance Coach
Dr. Adam Liptak
Physical Therapist, Performance Coach
What Other People Just Like You Are Saying About Sustain Physical Therapy and Performance In Boston’s Back Bay, MA
EXCELLENTTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. After suffering a back injury that left me in constant pain and discomfort, a coworker suggested Zach at Sustain. I am an ICU nurse and live a very active lifestyle, and I was desperate to get back to my normal self. The first PT office I tried before seeing Zach focused on exercises that made me constantly brace my core. This made my neck, back, and hip pain so much worse. Zach's exercise plan focused on more fluid, strategic movements, and he has calmed my anxiety about re-injury every step of the way. Within a month I was back in the gym moving more and more each day. I definitely recommend Zach at Sustain. I know would still be miserable and in pain without his help the past few months!!Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Sustain Physical Therapy is great. The first thing you notice when you enter is that it's very clean, the environment is very relaxed, and all the staff is friendly and personable. I worked with Zach Schwarz and after a consult was impressed that he performed a hands-on assessment (most consults are only verbal) and seemed to completely understand what was going on with my shoulder, could explain it well, and already showed me some movements to help relieve the tension. I bought a package of 10 sessions and every week Zach would re-assess, perform soft tissue work (ART/graston/cupping/etc.) which was immediately relieving, then show me some stretches and movements to first open the space and then move through the space created in my shoulder. He prescribed daily breathing exercises, stretches, and movements using a smartphone app that we communicated through, and he made changes on the fly based on my feedback. He also worked with my weight-lifting coach to help modify and change my weekly workout routine in a way that still allowed progress but didn't further aggravate my shoulder, allowing it to recover. I went from having shoulder pain and tightness nearly every day to it occurring less than once per week and having tools to calm it down when it does occur. After our last session, he even took the time to write a word document with all the tools we went over and how to prescribe/apply them myself in the future. I'm very grateful for Zach and Sustain as they care about the patient experience, take an individual approach, and do it out of passion. This is the first place I come next time I have a need for physical therapy.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I started working with Adam Liptak earlier this year to address hip pain at the start of a marathon training block. My hip pain was gone after a couple of weeks, but I decided to continue working with Adam for the remainder of the training block. With his expert guidance and custom training plans, I was finally incorporating strength and mobility into my running in a meaningful way. It resulted in my best marathon training block to date, with a strong finish in Boston, and I can't thank Adam enough for that. Would definitely recommend!Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I started at Sustain with physical therapy and have stayed on for personal training with Adam L. I’m not a gym-loving person naturally, but I like the results for my health. Sustain is uniquely positioned for people who have injuries or specific deficits but are otherwise somewhat athletic (though of course they can work with clients at any level of fitness!). I especially like that now that I’m back to a baseline, we do the usual weight lifting/strength training exercises but the form and focus is tailored to my specific issues and weaknesses. It’s targeted in a way that even my best experiences with regular gym trainers couldn’t get to, which I attribute to the medical and therapeutic background of the staff, who are all extremely pleasant and supportive.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Training at Sustain brings me so much joy. Prior to working with them my exercise experience had been on and off, more off than on. My experience with Sustain is that I started with them to fix a problem, graduated to exercising and then adding independent workouts that complement my Sustain sessions. I found Sustain when looking for physical therapy for an injury I got while bicycling. I received personalized treatment that supported my recovery and allowed me to get back to the activities I enjoy. My experience is that the trainers do an excellent job of asking questions, listening, and then aligning exercises with my needs. As I healed I transitioned from therapy to training with goals of strengthening my body and reducing future injuries. Working with a trainer gives me confidence in my exercise program and provides me with continuous feedback that allows me to do my best. As a result of working with a Sustained Fitness trainer my strength and flexibility has improved, I feel better about myself, and I feel more confident in my other activities.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I ended up at sustain physical therapy and performance after a fall from my electric scooter (I can hear the snickers from here). I worked with Zach due to his experience with injuries similar to mine. Zach was great with… his knowledge coupled with his ability to put me on the road to recovery while navigating the pain and discomfort and simultaneously pushing me a bit (when appropriate) made for a tremendous overall experience. If ever I’m plagued with another injury that would benefit from PT, I wouldn’t hesitate to go back to Zach and SPTP.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Zach did an awesome job as my physical therapist. He was clearly knowledgeable and after a thorough one on one evaluation he created a customized plan that we adjusted as I progressed. I saw him for two different issues (foot and hip) and saw significant progress with both injuries. Highly recommend!Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I took the once-a-week plan at Sustained Fitness (SF) for 3 months. For a quick background I am 32 years old and generally more interested in activities such as running (2 to 10 miles), swimming (500m to 2000m), climbing (v4-v6, 10a-11c), hiking and have a very skinny/underweight body type. 6-7 years ago I had a disc bulge in my lower neck and back which caused a whole host of issues that led to muscle loss and significant lifestyle changes, which were also exacerbated by my desk work. I did resume some normalcy but could not continue any of my favourite activities the way I wanted. In the 3 months with Sustained Fitness I went from thinking "I can never run again" to "I can work back up to running 10 miles". My workouts included a combination of calisthenics, resistance bands, weight lifting, isolation, and compound exercises. But most importantly I was given the how and why to do those exercises. This was important since I have done weight lifting and resistance training before, but for my body type (hypermobile joints, lanky, don't gain weight) performing them the way everyone did was not helping. I highly recommend getting the extra $100/month addon for 'pre-planned workouts for the week' as I could focus on doing the exercises rather than brainstorming what is best for me. You can also tell SF what you're looking to improve and they will cater the workouts accordingly, such as better weight lifting, better endurance, shoulder strength, stability, etc. Post 3 months, most of my issues are under control. Resolving them completely would take quite a while as I have to consistently apply what I have learned but with the knowledge I have received I am now confident it will happen. Price wise it seems expensive however being out-of-network for any insurance has an advantage. It gives them the freedom to treat the issues and muscle imbalances that plague the body as a whole, rather than stick to only one body part at a time; the latter being a requirement for most insurance. They were also diligent in giving the paperwork required for out-of-network providers for my health insurance. As a side note my original correspondence was with Ryan almost a year before I actually joined. He remembered our conversation from then and seamlessly setup the initial assessment. I also worked for a session with Adam and it was great. I am sure all the physical therapists/trainers at SF will provide the same quality of service. A heartfelt thank you to the Sustained Fitness team!Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I highly recommend Sustain PT! Dr. Adam Liptak treated me for a shoulder injury and I couldn’t be happier with the results. When I started, I was really in a lot of pain and my limited mobility was impacting my ability to exercise and do daily tasks. Throughout my treatment, my pain levels and range of motion consistently improved until my shoulder was back to normal. Adam is highly knowledgeable and his passion for his work is clear from the very first session. He is also one of the kindest people you will ever meet and is a true professional. I really value the personalized care I received at Sustain. Each session and home workout was tailored to the stage I was at. The workouts included a wide variety of exercises and were continually updated to progress my strength and mobility. Adam also worked with me to build my general fitness to prevent reinjury. I recommend Sustain PT to anyone who has pain or who is looking to maximize their fitness routine. I can’t imagine that you will be able to find this level of expertise and personalized care anywhere else!Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I used Sustain Physical Therapy and Performance for a case of tennis elbow. I chose the 10 appointment package and used Zach for the therapy. He was professional easy going. My elbow is healed and I would recommend Zach and this company to anyone who either needs therapy or performance work.