Restore Stability. Relieve Pain. Reclaim Movement.

From acute injuries to chronic neck and back pain, ESPT provides comprehensive spine care tailored to your needs — with options for insurance-based therapy or premium cash-pay PT.

Overview

Spinal pain can develop suddenly from injury, build gradually through repetitive stress, or persist for years as a chronic condition. At ESPT, our spine care programs are designed to:

  • Strengthen and optimize the spine’s stabilizing systems
  • Improve posture, mechanics, and alignment
  • Apply spine-protection strategies and safe loading techniques
  • Restore confidence in movement and long-term function

Common Conditions We Treat

  • Acute or chronic neck, mid-back, or low-back pain
  • Degenerative disc disease or herniated disc
  • Cervical or lumbar strain
  • Radiculopathy and sciatica
  • Spondylolisthesis and stenosis
  • Whiplash and post-traumatic spine injuries
  • Sacroiliac (SI) joint dysfunction or pain

Two Pathways for Spine Care at ESPT

Insurance-Based Physical Therapy

For patients who qualify under medical necessity

Who provides care:

  • Licensed Physical Therapists (PTs)
  • Licensed Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs), supervised by PTs
  • Doctor of Physical Therapy students (in terminal internship) under direct PT supervision

Focus of care:

  • Pain reduction and management
  • Restoring mobility, flexibility, and functional capacity
  • Medically necessary treatment for acute and chronic conditions

Limitations:

  • Visit caps, pre-authorizations, and plan restrictions apply

Care is limited to interventions deemed “medically necessary” by insurance

 

Cash-Pay Physical Therapy (Exclusive Spine Experience)

Cash-Pay Physical Therapy (Exclusive Spine Experience)

For patients seeking unrestricted, premium, 1-on-1 care

Who provides care:

  • ESPT Licensed Physical Therapists (private sessions)
  • Senior PTs with advanced manual therapy and spine training
  • Dr. Kim, DPT, OCS — Board-Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist with 10+ years of spine expertise

Focus of care:

  • Extended evaluations and advanced manual therapy
  • Comprehensive core stabilization and postural re-training
  • Whole-body strengthening to offload and protect the spine
  • Lifestyle coaching and individualized exercise programming

Advantages:

  • No visit caps or insurance restrictions
  • Extended 40–60 minute uninterrupted sessions
  • Customized care for complex or long-standing conditions
  • Flexible scheduling, including evenings and weekends

⚠️ Note: Cash-pay sessions are not billed to insurance and are offered as an out-of-pocket service.

Why Athletes Choose ESPT

  • Board-Certified Expertise – Led by Dr. Kim, DPT, OCS, with advanced orthopedic spine training
  • Full-Spectrum Options – Insurance-based rehab and premium cash-pay pathways
  • Criteria-Based Progression – Care guided by objective readiness and clinical safety
  • Private, Focused Sessions – Dedicated 1-on-1 time for faster, more complete progress

Pricing & Pathways

Cash-Pay PT (Rehabilitation)
  • 40-minute: $200 (Staff PT) / $250 (Senior PT)
  • 60-minute: $225 (Staff PT) / $275 (Senior PT)
  • Packages available for extended care (see Cash-Pay PT page)
Sports Performance Training
  • Return to Sport Assessment (Required): $275 (60 min with ESPT clinician)
  • Premier Training (Licensed PT): $175 / 40 min (single sessions only)
  • Performance Specialist Packages:
    • Single Session: $110 / hr
    • Intro Package: 3 sessions for $285 ($95/session)
    • 5-Session Package: $475 ($95/session)
    • 10-Session Package: $900 ($90/session) – Best Value

Take Control of Your Spine Health Today.

Whether you prefer insurance-based therapy or a premium cash-pay experience, ESPT offers the right pathway for your spine care needs.