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Foothills Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine

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, Arizona

Therapist Category: Physical Therapy

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About Foothills Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine

Foothills Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine, Metro Center Physical Therapy, is a physical therapy clinic in Phoenix, Arizona, located at 11225 North 28th Drive, Suite F100 (85029). The clinic provides hands-on, individualized rehabilitation with the goal of helping people return to the activities they enjoy. Metro Center offers scheduling by requesting an appointment online, calling the clinic, or using chat scheduling, and the posted clinic hours are Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

Care at this location includes services focused on acute and chronic injury rehabilitation, sports physical therapy, and pre- and post-surgical rehabilitation. The clinic also lists specialized programs such as vestibular therapy for dizziness and balance-related concerns, temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMJ) care for jaw-related symptoms, and workers’ compensation support for injured workers with an emphasis on goals and safe return to work. Metro Center additionally provides pediatric therapy for patients under 18 and geriatric therapy for adults age 65+ with an emphasis on staying active and fall prevention. Treatment options referenced across the site include exercise-based programs and hands-on techniques such as manual work, trigger point dry needling, and instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization using the Graston Technique, along with cupping as a listed service. The clinic also emphasizes the importance of a home exercise program as part of a plan of care.

The Metro Center team includes Kevin, PT, DPT, TDN cert, whose listed interests include general orthopedics, sports therapy, and vestibular physical therapy, and who describes a holistic approach that considers how injury and healing can affect more than a single body area. Minor A. Santamaria-Alfaro (Auggie), PT, completed physical therapy training at Santa Paula University in Costa Rica and also holds a Master of Science in Geriatric Rehabilitation; his bio highlights a patient-centered approach, evidence-based care, manual therapy, hands-on techniques, and patient education.

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+1 602-866-0066

11225 N 28th Dr Suite F100, Phoenix, AZ 85029

Open Hours

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 07:00 – 19:00

Tuesday: 07:00 – 19:00

Wednesday: 07:00 – 19:00

Thursday: 07:00 – 19:00

Friday: 07:00 – 19:00

Saturday: Closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

A home exercise program is part of your treatment plan and is intended to support progress made in the clinic. The site notes it often takes about 10 to 15 minutes at home and generally requires little to no equipment, with items like an exercise band provided if needed.

The site asks patients to call the clinic to cancel or reschedule and states appointments must be changed at least 24 hours in advance. Missed appointments without 24-hour notice may result in a $50 fee charged to the patient (not insurance).

Yes. The clinic states it regularly communicates with your doctor, including sharing an initial evaluation and occasional progress notes, to help keep treatment consistent with physician recommendations and support continuity of care.

The FAQ recommends loose, comfortable clothing that is easy to move in and sneakers. It also advises planning for the therapist to access the area of concern; examples given include shorts, yoga pants or loose-fitting athletic pants, and a T-shirt.

The site recommends budgeting 40 to 60 minutes for a typical session. It notes the first visit can take about 20 minutes longer due to the evaluation and suggests arriving 10 to 15 minutes early for the first appointment to complete paperwork.

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