Pondera Rehabilitation & Fitness PC - Roseville, California

L B.

Avoided Surgery Thanks to Kirsten's Expert Care

After struggling with heel pain for over a year, I was desperate for relief. Every step was painful, and surgery was the only option my podiatrist presented. When I mentioned I wanted to try physical therapy he did not see that as an option. Determined to explore non-surgical solutions, I found Kirsten and I am beyond grateful that I did.

Kirsten's advanced training in foot health was evident from the start. She diagnosed that the root cause of my heel pain was from my achilles tendon. She developed a personalized program specifically tailored to my needs. The program was not only easy to follow, but also adaptable to my busy schedule.

What truly impressed me was the benefits I experienced. Not only did Kirsten's program help my heel pain, but it also addressed my bunions and helped strengthen my feet to the point where I no longer need custom orthotics. I now walk pain- free, which is something I thought was impossible a few months ago.

Without Kirsten's expertise and personalized approach, I would have almost certainly undergone surgery. If you are struggling with foot pain, and/or seeking non-surgical options, I cannot recommend Kirsten highly enough. She is truly exceptional!

Ashley B.

Working with Kirsten has changed my life.
After seeing her for an injury it was apparent I needed to build muscle and my strength.
She not only helped steer me in the right direction for my treatment and recovery but she has been instrumental in helping me become my strongest and best self.
Our personal training sessions have given me the tools and confidence I needed to reach my goals. I was barely able to lift 5 pound weights when I started seeing her and now I’m working with 30 pound kettlebells and curling 12 pounds weights. I wish everyone had someone like her.

Melissa S.

Kirsten is absolutely wonderful! We were referred to her by a friend and since then my family has seen her for a few different injuries. Each time she has provided excellent one-on-one attention, a thorough evaluation and a personalized therapy plan. She takes the time to fully listen and is genuinely invested in helping her patients recover. She is extremely knowledgeable and is great at explaining complex issues in a straightforward way. She is also great at working with athletes, not only to recover but in creating a program that helps prevent future injuries. She is kind, compassionate, personable and always starts sessions on time. I am so grateful for her excellent care. We recommend her to our family and friends at every opportunity.

Kristen F.

I’ve gone through Kaiser PT for plantar fasciitis and hamstring tendinitis. I wasn’t getting relief until I saw Kirsten at Pondera. She’s been so amazing with getting me back to running. I recommend her to everyone I know 🙂

Jenny B.

I can't say enough about Kirsten at Pondera. I have been training Brazilian jiu jitsu for over 20 years and been an active in the gym weight lifting and cross training for my sport for just about the same time. Normal injuries occur and when they pop up, I know just who to see!

Kirsten not only has been able to clearly assess where my pain/injury is coming from but has helped me rehab foot pain and shoulder pain and pretty much everything in between. She understands athletes and our dedication to our sport and always creates a plan to help us return to what we love as soon as possible!

In addition, when I was diagnosed with a torn labrum in my hip, Kirsten was the only PT I would trust to help me progress and return to the mat within 6 months after surgery! Working together she gave me a progressive plan that built my strength and agility back to a place where I not only felt comfortable training again, but I felt confident in my hip's ability.

If you're an athlete who loves your sport but you're injured or dealing with a chronic injury that is keeping you from doing what you love, schedule an appointment ASAP! You won't regret it!

Teryn E.

So glad I found Pondera during my third pregnancy. I have experienced pelvic pain with all of my pregnancies, but this was the first time I went to physical therapy to help alleviate my discomfort. Totally worth it! I was so happy to work with Stephanie, she really took the time to understand what I was experiencing and was a wealth of knowledge and support. She helped to make my pain was much more manageable, and I was able to enjoy the last weeks of pregnancy all while preparing my body for labor and delivery. We were able to work together to come up with a plan for delivery, which went really smoothly, and I can’t wait to work with her postpartum to start putting my body back together after pregnancy.

Christie H.

I went for neck pain after three visits to a chiropractor and multiple massages. Nothing helped and the pain was moving down my arms. After one visit and a list of exercises, I was on the road to healing. After two visits, I have no pain. I am continuing for a few more visits to strengthen to avoid future issues.

Sue M.

Stephanie worked with me to resolve bladder issues. I was impressed with her deep knowledge and understanding of the pelvic floor. She was personable and concerned throughout the course of treatment. I would definitely recommend Stephanie particularly prior to seeking surgical relief to bladder control issues!